Hamanasi Adventure & Dive Resort, Belize
The Best of Belize, On & Offshore
Hamanasi Resort Eco Statement
Hamanasi believes in responsible, natural and cultural based eco-tourism. We understand the importance of preserving our environment and indigenous communities. Hamanasi is committed to regenerating our ecosystems and their biodiversity by taking continual steps to be more environmentally friendly and aware. We actively encourage all employees and visitors to participate in these endeavors. Together we can make a difference!
Our Regenerative Initiatives
Hamanasi believes in responsible nature and cultural based eco-tourism. So what? Sadly, each day our world becomes a little less green. At Hamanasi, we are taking steps to minimize our negative impact on and actually regenerate our environment while increasing awareness and appreciation for nature and diverse cultures. Our goal is to regenerate our environment and communities. We wish to improve vs. merely sustain.
Our overall policy is to reduce, reuse and recycle keeping in mind the triple bottom line: people, planet, profit. We have developed an Environmental Management Policy that we strive to carry out daily. On our journey we became Green Globe gold certified. We are proud to boast that we were recognized by the Belize Tourism Board for being the first beach resort in Belize to be Green Globe Certified. Additionally, we earned Sustainable Travel International’s STEP (Sustainable Tourism Education Program) Bronze Certification and TripAdvisor’s Green Leader, Gold level.
Along the way, we have received many awards. This includes the Belize Tourism Board’s Sustainability Award, Green Globe’s Sustainable Leader Award and the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s (CTO) Sustainable Accommodation Award. Additionally, we accepted the Travel Mole/CTO Caribbean Excellence in Sustainable Tourism Award at the State of the Industry Conference in St. Thomas. In 2018, the Caribbean Hospitality Industry Exchange Forum (CHIEF) in Miami, Hamanasi was recognized for our sustainable practices and we were presented with the Environmental Sustainability Best Practice Award. Twice we have won NCW’s Eco Excellence Award for Best Eco-hotel. In 2019, we received the Caribbean Journal’s Green Resort of the Year award.
In 2017, Hamanasi became one of the founding members of Regenerative Resorts. It is a collective of independently owned, environmentally focused luxury hotels and resorts which aim to regenerate the environment and communities. The collective’s second annual convening was held at Hamanasi in 2019. Hamanasi currently serves on the Advisory Board of Regenerative Travel.
And yes! We welcome any ideas and feedback that you have. This is a process that we all must do together!
Our Packages
Make Your Sunscreen #ReefFriendly
What Can You Do?
You can make a lasting impact in our local community through our partnership with Pack for a Purpose. When planning for your trip save just a few kilos of space in your suitcase and take a few supplies thatt can make a priceless impact in the lives of our local children and families. Items that are always helpful are Backpacks and school supplies to be distributed to the school children of Hopkins and the nearby villages, medical supplies for the Hopkins clinic, and Pet supplies to be donated to the Hopkins Belize Humane Society. See a more detailed list at our Pack for a Purpose page and learn more about our work in the community. Thank you for your contributions!
Sustainability tips for your stay at Hamanasi:
Attend the weekly green hour while at Hamanasi to find the latest info on what our Green Team is up to and how you can help. Some tried and true tips are:
- Refill your water bottle for excursions to cut down on waste.
- Reuse your towels to help reduce water and chemical use.
- Have respect for local cultures and customs. Don’t judge. Listen and learn.
- Dispose of all trash responsibly.
- Ensure people’s enjoyment of nature in solitude by traveling quietly.
- When diving and snorkeling never touch plant and animal life. Minimize fin movement, which stirs up sand that can choke the reef.
- Never chase an animal – while hiking, diving or snorkeling.
- Stay on trails.
- Do not take souvenirs from nature or archeological sites.
- Turn off lights, water and air conditioners when you leave your room.
- Minimize water use. Turn off taps when shaving or brushing teeth.
- Join environmental groups and support environmental causes.
- Contribute to the local community by donating time, talent or treasure.
- Learn more and teach others about ways to reduce negative impacts on the environment!
Together we can preserve our world for future generations! Thank you for helping us to protect our environment. Again, we welcome your ideas feedback and suggestions.
Together we can make a difference!
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Hamanasi Resort Eco Statement
Hamanasi Resort Eco Statement
Hamanasi believes in responsible, natural and cultural based eco-tourism. We understand the importance of preserving our environment and indigenous communities. Hamanasi is committed to regenerating our ecosystems and their biodiversity by taking continual steps to be more environmentally friendly and aware. We actively encourage all employees and visitors to participate in these endeavors. Together we can make a difference!
Our Regenerative Initiatives
Hamanasi believes in responsible nature and cultural based eco-tourism. So what? Sadly, each day our world becomes a little less green. At Hamanasi, we are taking steps to minimize our negative impact on and actually regenerate our environment while increasing awareness and appreciation for nature and diverse cultures. Our goal is to regenerate our environment and communities. We wish to improve vs. merely sustain.
Our overall policy is to reduce, reuse and recycle keeping in mind the triple bottom line: people, planet, profit. We have developed an Environmental Management Policy that we strive to carry out daily. On our journey we became Green Globe gold certified. We are proud to boast that we were recognized by the Belize Tourism Board for being the first beach resort in Belize to be Green Globe Certified. Additionally, we earned Sustainable Travel International’s STEP (Sustainable Tourism Education Program) Bronze Certification and TripAdvisor’s Green Leader, Gold level.
Along the way, we have received many awards. This includes the Belize Tourism Board’s Sustainability Award, Green Globe’s Sustainable Leader Award and the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s (CTO) Sustainable Accommodation Award. Additionally, we accepted the Travel Mole/CTO Caribbean Excellence in Sustainable Tourism Award at the State of the Industry Conference in St. Thomas. In 2018, the Caribbean Hospitality Industry Exchange Forum (CHIEF) in Miami, Hamanasi was recognized for our sustainable practices and we were presented with the Environmental Sustainability Best Practice Award. Twice we have won NCW’s Eco Excellence Award for Best Eco-hotel. In 2019, we received the Caribbean Journal’s Green Resort of the Year award.
In 2017, Hamanasi became one of the founding members of Regenerative Resorts. It is a collective of independently owned, environmentally focused luxury hotels and resorts which aim to regenerate the environment and communities. The collective’s second annual convening was held at Hamanasi in 2019. Hamanasi currently serves on the Advisory Board of Regenerative Travel.
And yes! We welcome any ideas and feedback that you have. This is a process that we all must do together!
Our Packages
Make Your Sunscreen #ReefFriendly
What Can You Do?
You can make a lasting impact in our local community through our partnership with Pack for a Purpose. When planning for your trip save just a few kilos of space in your suitcase and take a few supplies thatt can make a priceless impact in the lives of our local children and families. Items that are always helpful are Backpacks and school supplies to be distributed to the school children of Hopkins and the nearby villages, medical supplies for the Hopkins clinic, and Pet supplies to be donated to the Hopkins Belize Humane Society. See a more detailed list at our Pack for a Purpose page and learn more about our work in the community. Thank you for your contributions!
Sustainability tips for your stay at Hamanasi:
Attend the weekly green hour while at Hamanasi to find the latest info on what our Green Team is up to and how you can help. Some tried and true tips are:
- Refill your water bottle for excursions to cut down on waste.
- Reuse your towels to help reduce water and chemical use.
- Have respect for local cultures and customs. Don’t judge. Listen and learn.
- Dispose of all trash responsibly.
- Ensure people’s enjoyment of nature in solitude by traveling quietly.
- When diving and snorkeling never touch plant and animal life. Minimize fin movement, which stirs up sand that can choke the reef.
- Never chase an animal – while hiking, diving or snorkeling.
- Stay on trails.
- Do not take souvenirs from nature or archeological sites.
- Turn off lights, water and air conditioners when you leave your room.
- Minimize water use. Turn off taps when shaving or brushing teeth.
- Join environmental groups and support environmental causes.
- Contribute to the local community by donating time, talent or treasure.
- Learn more and teach others about ways to reduce negative impacts on the environment!
Together we can preserve our world for future generations! Thank you for helping us to protect our environment. Again, we welcome your ideas feedback and suggestions.
Together we can make a difference!