OUR CULTURE
impact & stewardship
Jaguar Creek nurtures Belize, serving as a sanctuary where communities flourish and nature thrives, inspiring visitors to engage and contribute.
We are dedicated to protecting the Belizean rainforest through sustainable practices and educating our guests about the importance of conservation, ensuring that the beauty of the rainforest is preserved for future generations.
Our environmental stewardship
reduced footprint
We practice managing resources efficiently, including reducing plastic and water use, to reduce our environmental footprint.
conservation
We actively participate in local conservation efforts, such as reforestation projects and wildlife protection.
Protected lands
Jaguar Creek sits on 700 acres (and owns another 1,200 in a conservation trust across the street) of protected rainforest.
Caring for the community we love
We work to make a difference by fostering strong partnerships within our community. This means keeping a close eye on the well-being of our people, the environment, and our staff, ensuring that every action we take benefits those around us.
Our community engagement
Supporting education
We are proud to partner with PathLight Belize, giving at-risk children in rural Belize the tools, support and encouragement they need to excel in school and in life. We donate a percentage of our net profit to PathLight to help change the future for children in our local community.
caring for our community
At Jaguar Creek, our team is driven by a deep passion and a clear vision—not just to earn a salary, but to make a real difference in our communities. We’re committed to support during critical times, such as providing water to the community during the dry season.
partnering with local business
We actively support local entrepreneurship by fostering a network of businesses that meet the operational needs of Jaguar Creek. By sourcing goods and services from local vendors, we help stimulate the local economy and strengthen our community ties.
By staying with us you’re helping give a family hope for a better future.
BY THE NUMBERS
1,900
acres of protected rainforest
600+
species of birds we care for
30+
years of serving the nearby communities
3,000+
Lunches provided for hungry students through stays at Jaguar Creek
WHY WE DO IT
Belize is a small country of great beauty and in the rural areas, a country of tremendous poverty. Likewise, many travelers who come to Belize bring with them poverties of their own. Into the intersection of these needs Jaguar Creek, a Belize Eco Lodge, stands as a place where God creates a special place where people come to rejuvinate, learn and serve.
We are proud members of Pack for a Purpose, an initiative that allows travelers like you to make a lasting impact in the community at your travel destination. If you save just a few kilos of space in your suitcase and take supplies for the projects we support in need, you’ll make a priceless impact in the lives of our local children and families. Please click here to see what supplies are needed for our project/projects.
