Natural History Center & Butterfly Farm

Since the beginning, founders Mick and Lucy Fleming have sought to instill a sense of wonder and environmental responsibility in guests through unique experiences that bring Belize’s unique ecology, history, and culture alive in a natural atmosphere, sparking intrigue and curiosity.

Chaa Creek’s commitment to sustainable tourism and responsible travel is reflected in its tailored tours that enrich your vacations while the property’s authenticity lies in its growth alongside the Belizean community.

This harmony has become its signature mark.

Natural History Center & Butterfly Farm: Education & Conservation

The Chaa Creek Natural History Center provides a holistic introduction to Belize’s history and geography. It also displays archeological artifacts, butterflies, moths, insects, and amphibians that capture the curiosity of young children, international and local students, and visitors.

Butterfly Farm Tours

The Chaa Creek Reserve encourages learning about our environment while having fun!

The Butterfly Farm continues to be a major attraction as people marvel at these magnificent butterflies’ splendid, iridescent wings. Observe the “Belizean Blue” life cycle from the beginning as a pale green egg that resembles a dewdrop, then as a hungry caterpillar that envelopes itself into a dormant pupa to finally transform into a butterfly.

Butterfly Species you will encounter:

• Blue Morpho Butterfly
• Owl Butterfly
• Malachite Butterfly