Frommer's Review
This family-run lodge is situated overlooking the Macal River, with jungle-covered limestone cliffs opposite. duPlooy's has everything from clean budget rooms with shared bathrooms to luxurious new bungalows and a two-story casita with a large Jacuzzi and wraparound balcony. This, combined with the stunning location and personalized attention, make duPlooy's one of Cayo's most popular jungle lodges. My favorite rooms here are the spacious bungalows, which come with a king-size bed, futon couch, and large wooden veranda. The older lodge rooms are housed in three stone-and-stucco buildings with tile roofs, and have aged well. Each has two queen beds and a screened porch area. Another option is the Belize River House, two separate multiroom suites that can be rented separately, or as one huge unit sleeping up to 14 people.
The lodge's open-air bar features a spacious deck overlooking the river. There's a beach on the river, as well as several trails through the forest. Horses and canoes are available for rent. One of the nicest features here, though, is an elevated walkway running at the level of the forest canopy, which connects much of the complex and also juts out into the forest, offering up wonderful opportunities for bird-watching. Neighboring Belize Botanic Gardens provides even greater bird-watching opportunities, in addition to an abundance of tropical flora.
To get here, head out of town on the road to Benque Viejo; the turnoff for duPlooy's is the same as that for Chaa Creek, and it is well marked. DuPlooy's is a bit farther on the same dirt road, but be sure to take the right fork and follow the signs.
Facilities:
Restaurant; bar; lounge; small spa; tour desk; laundry service
Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without
notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before
planning your trip.
