This place could be described as heaven in more ways than one. The location is stunning, the accommodation is authentic and homely, the food was marvellous and the people were so warm and welcoming we didnt want to leave!

They took care of everything for us, from airport transfers to our trips making sure we were ok and always had a smile on their face.

We are a family with two teenage daughters. We did the Jungle and Sea package, and had a blast. The Tut family and the guides they employ were incredible. We learned so much about Mayan culture, the rainforests, and the country of Belize. We also had a ton of fun! Horseback riding, caving, canoeing, hiking, and splashing in the local rivers. The Tuts made sure that everything happened just as planned, with genuine smiles on their faces.

We just returned from a week at Crystal Paradise and are already planning to return as soon as possible. We have travelled to Belize twice before and Crystal Paradise is our favorite spot. The Tut family is so gracious and welcoming, you feel relaxed and part of the family from the first minute you meet them at the airport.

The Tut brothers were terrific birdwatching guides, each with a friendly and unique personality. We really enjoyed meeting the other guests and felt like we'd all become part of the extended family by the time we left.

If you are looking for authentic and delicious food, exciting tours and a jungle home away from home, you'll love it as much as we did.

My husband and I just completed a 9-day stay at the Crystal Paradise Resort, and we would strongly recommend this jungle lodge to anyone interested in a truly authentic experience!

From the very beginning, we were very impressed with the beautifully maintained grounds and the laid back atmosphere at this family-run resort. The self-service bar and family-style meals added to the relaxed atmosphere, and we found every member of the Tut family to be extremely gracious and accommodating. The generous home-cooked meals served every day were absolutely delicious -- and the family diligently prepared or arranged lunches for us for each of our excursions.

Crystal Paradise offers a wide variety of excursions and packages, all expertly organized and tailored to the interests of each visiting family / group of guests. We signed up for the Active Jungle Adventure package and loved every minute of it! The highlights for us were our 2-day trip to Tikal, our trip to the Chechem Hah cave (guided by one of the men who discovered it), and our adventure trip to the Crystal Cave (a last-minute substitution for ATM after two days of heavy rain caused ATM to temporarily close.) We came away with some amazing pictures -- and memories that we will cherish for a lifetime!

We particularly enjoyed meeting and mingling with the guests, all of whom were so fascinating and fun that we ended up exchanging contact information with many of them before we left!

Just one word of caution: If you're looking for a 5-star resort with an on-site spa, a variety of gourmet restaurants, a swimming pool and/or a private sandy beach -- this isn't your place! While Crystal Paradise describes itself as a "resort", those expecting to find themselves in a Club Med-like atmosphere will be very disappointed. For that type of experience, you would probably be better off at Chaa Creek. But what Crystal Paradise lacks in 5-star amenities -- it more than makes up for in true Belizean hospitality, excellent value, and a rustic charm that will likely bring us back again and again!

Thank you, Tut family, for an amazing vacation experience!