To manage perception, Belize must follow the lead of places like Palau or the Galapagos. It should consider limiting cruise ship berths per week. While economically painful, the long-term perception (and thus premium pricing) relies on exclusivity . Currently, a tourist paying $500 a night for a jungle lodge does not want to share a waterfall with 200 cruise passengers on a day pass.
Despite these challenges, there are significant opportunities for eco-tourism development in Belize, including:
