Belize for Chocolate Lovers, Tanager Rainforest Lodge
Buy Now: $3,500
Retail: $5,650
Belize is a hidden gem in Central America. Sparsely populated and ethnically diverse, the country is rich in natural wonders from the barrier reef and coastal cayes to the Maya Mountains and inland rain -forest. Tanager Rainforest Lodge is located in the southern district of Toledo, the Mayan heartland of Belize, and is the ideal base from which to explore this most unspoiled area of Central America. The lodge is situated on 30 acres comprised of manicured grounds and mature forest surrounding the main lodge, and the eight private guest cottages on the banks of the Rio Grande. Enjoy a rum cocktail, take a dip in the pool, or grab an inner tube and float down the Rio Grande that runs around the Lodge and relax in the natural hot springs that feed into the river. The Lodge offers Mayan culture, an abundance of tropical nature, with an intimate luxury experience. Winning bidders will enjoy 6 days/5 nights accommodations inclusive of all meals (international and local cuisine, expertly prepared). Two chocolate making experiences form the central theme of the program activities. The one is a local Mayan farmer and his wife who have created Ixcacao, an artisanal chocolate manufacturer. The other, a boutique chocolate maker managing the entire process from farm to bean to bar. Winners will also visit a spice farm growing vanilla, cardamom and black pepper and a host of other spices. Learn the traditional Mayan way of life with a local family, tour the Mayan ruins, and more.
