Nestled in the mountains of the South, Maya King Waterfall is one of the most photographed in Belize. Made of two cascading falls, Maya King is a beauty to behold, especially in the ‘rainy’ season when the water gushes over the rocks, nature’s best shower-head! The wondrous site is an hour drive from Placencia, and the journey from the entrance of the site to the actual waterfall is an experience in itself. You will pass beautiful rows of orange trees before you arrive at a bamboo canopy, dubbed as the ‘Bamboo Cathedral,’ which hangs over a small creek. As if the ride isn’t dreamy enough, the road to the waterfall winds on the side of the mountain, with the tall trees reaching above you intersecting and creating much needed shade.

There is no hiking or climbing involved. You simply take transportation directly to the waterfall.

Once you arrive at the waterfall site, there are changing rooms/bathrooms and sitting areas. The falls themselves are perfect backdrops for a great photoshoot.