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ROOM RATES ACCOMMODATION All Hamanasi
rooms are spacious, beautifully appointed and boast private porches,
air conditioning, ceiling fans, bottled water and en
suite, colorfully tiled
bathrooms. Rates are per
room, per night based on double occupancy. Please add $25 per each additional person in the
room. Continental
breakfast, hotel tax and service charge are included in
room rates. DELUXE TREEHOUSE - 1 UNIT. A unique treehouse with the amenities of a honeymoon
suite! Has
living room with a futon that can be made into a bed. Separate
bedroom with king bed.
Room also has
kitchenette,
coffee maker,
minibar,
bathrobes,
CD player,
iron ironing board, wraparound porch with
jacuzzi. HONEYMOON
SUITES - 2 UNITS. Spacious, beachfront location. Boasts romantically draped king bed and a large sitting area.
Room has
coffee maker,
bathrobes,
CD player,
iron and
ironing board. TREEHOUSES - 8 UNITS. One king plus a full size futon (6 units) or 2 queens, plus a full-size futon (2 units). Our tree houses offer the utmost in privacy. Each freestanding cabana is raised 12 feet, nestled in the coastal forest.
Bathroom has double vanities and skylights above the
shower and each
room has
bathrobes. BEACHFRONT DELUXE - 2 UNITS. One king plus two twins. These beachfront units comprise
two rooms. The main
room has a king bed, table and chairs. The
adjoining room has two twin beds. Each
room has access to the
shared bathroom. These
rooms are ideal for family or friends traveling together. BEACHFRONT
ROOMS - 8 UNITS. One king plus a full size futon (5 units) or 2 queens, plus a full-size futon (3 units). Our spacious beachfront
rooms boast magnificent sea views. These
rooms are excellent for stargazing or watching the sea. 15 December 2007 4 January 2008, 16 February 4 April 2008. 5 January 15 February 2008, 5 April 23 May 2008, 22-30 November 2008. 24 May 19 December 2008, excluding 22-30 November 2008. 3 nights Low Season; 4 nights Shoulder Season and 5 nights High Season. Rates are per
room, per night based on double occupancy. Please add $25 for each additional person in the
room. Continental
breakfast, hotel tax and service charge are included in
room rates. PREPAID MEAL PACKAGES Hamanasi serves excellent Belizean and regional
cuisine with some international influences. Hamanasi uses the best available ingredients combining fresh produce, seafood and items from the surrounding area producing a tantalizing variety of meal choices. Hamanasi is flexible and tries to cater to special dietary requirements. Vegetarian options are available for all meals (due to our remote location, please notify Hamanasi of special dietary requirements at time of booking).
Breakfast is served from 6:30 9:30 AM. Continental
breakfast is included in
room rates. Continental
breakfast comprises home baked breads, fresh fruit, hard boiled eggs, granola, yogurt, cheese, juice,
coffee and hot
tea. An a la carte menu is available for an additional charge. Prepaid
breakfast includes the Continental
buffet and one dish off the menu.
Lunch is served from 11:30 AM 2: 30 PM. The
lunch menu offers a variety of Belizean and regional favorites. The prepaid
lunch package includes one appetizer or entree.
Dinner is served from 6:30 8:30 PM.
Dinner boasts a choice of appetizers, several main courses and dessert accompanied by home baked bread. Each menu includes a seafood, vegetarian and meat dish. Prepaid
dinner packages include bread, soup or salad, one main course, dessert,
coffee and hot
tea. Appetizers beyond soup or salad are available for an additional charge. Prepaid Meal Packages. Rates are per person per meal. A service charge and sales tax are included in rates.
TRANSFERS After landing at the Belize International
Airport, most of our guests fly to the Dangriga airstrip, a 20-minute flight. Hamanasi can reserve the local flight. From Dangriga, Hamanasi can provide a ground
transfer to the resort, roughly a 35 minute drive on mostly paved roads. This is the fastest and simplest method for coming and going to Hamanasi. Should a guest choose to drive from the Belize International
airport it takes 2.5 to 3 hours. Hamanasi does not recommend driving as the roads are not well marked and contain many speed bumps and dangerous one-lane bridges. Furthermore, fuel is extremely expensive.
Transfers from other parts of Belize can be arranged upon request. Ground
Transfers from/to Dangriga to/from Hamanasi. One Way for 1-2 People. Each Additional Person over 2 in Same Vehicle. Please note:
transfers are included in our Reef Rainforest package. RAINFOREST ADVENTURES Everyday, Hamanasi offers an inland excursion based on a preset schedule. All
tours are accompanied by a licensed Belizean
tour guide and include park entry fees, cookies and juice. Full day
tours include
lunch. Please note Hamanasi can arrange special
tours upon request. Mayflower Jungle Waterfall Hike* Departs: Monday, 8:00 AM, Full day
tour Intensity: Very Rigorous Bring: Sturdy shoes, bathing suit, towel, camera, repellant, sun
screen, binoculars, field guide. Cave Jungle Adventure Departs: Tuesday, 8:00 AM, Full day
tour Intensity: Very Rigorous Bring: Sturdy shoes, bathing suit, towel, camera, repellant, sun
screen, binoculars, field guide. Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary Jaguar Preserve* Departs: Wednesday, 8:00 AM, Full day
tour Intensity: Easy to Rigorous Bring: Sturdy shoes, bathing suit, towel, camera, repellant, sun
screen, binoculars, field guide. Tropical Birding* Departs: Thursday, 6:00 AM, Half day
tour Intensity: Moderate to Rigorous Bring: Sturdy shoes, camera, repellant, sun
screen, binoculars, field guide Jungle River Kayaking Canoeing* Departs: Tuesday Thursday, 2:00 PM, Half day
tour Intensity: Easy to Moderate Bring: Water shoes, repellant, towel, sun
screen, binoculars Magical Mayan History
Tour Departs: Friday, 7:30 AM, Full day
tour Intensity: Easy Bring: Sturdy shoes, camera, extra film, repellant, sun
screen, binoculars. *Hamanasi may do one of these
tours on Saturday and Sunday based upon guest interest. Please note we can only do one inland
tour per day. RAINFOREST ADVENTURES PRICES. Mayflower Jungle Waterfall Hike. Cave Jungle Adventure. Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary Jaguar Preserve. Jungle River Kayaking Canoeing. Magical Mayan History
Tour. A service charge and sales tax are included in rates. REEF ADVENTURES Belize boasts the Western Hemispheres largest Barrier Reef and 3 of the Caribbeans 4 atolls. Hamanasi is a PADI 5 Star Gold Palm Resort. Hamanasis goal is to provide a fun diving, snorkeling or fishing experience in a
safe atmosphere. A licensed Belizean
Tour Guide accompanies all reef adventures. A PADI professional accompanies all dive
trips. Sales tax and a service charge are included in our rates. Below are some notes on our Reef Adventures: Tanks, weights, belts, entry fees, juice and cookies are included in rates.
Lunch is included on atoll
trips. Pleasure riding on boats is not permitted. Non-diving or non-snorkeling passengers traveling to a nearby island will be charged the snorkeling rate. All divers must present their dive cards. All major certifications are accepted. No one may dive without a valid certification card unless he participates in a Discover Scuba or Open Water Course. Some dive
trips are appropriate only for experienced divers. It is at the sole discretion of Hamanasis dive staff management to determine if the person is qualified to do the dive
trip. All divers will be required to sign Hamanasis liability release waiver before diving. Gear storage is free of charge. The staff carries all gear to and from the boats. While we take precautions to ensure the
safety of all gear, Hamanasi is not responsible for lost or damaged items. Water temperature is ~78-85 F degrees all year. A 3-mm short or full wetsuit is recommended. The nearest recompression chamber is on Ambergris...
Thank you for making our honeymoon experience wonderful. We plan to come back. Petr Lindsay Herrera, Texas, USA. Beautiful and elegant. Susan Sandfield, USA. Our
wedding was beautifully staged and organized, stress free absolutely perfect. We'll never forget Hamanasi! Thanks for a wonderful stay! Bianca Tom Bellavia, Texas, USA. Are you dreaming of that perfect, hassle-free
wedding with the azure Caribbean as your backdrop? Are you looking for simple, natural, barefoot nuptials? Is your preferred music the sea lapping against the water;s edge? Hamanasi is the ideal choice for your dream beach
wedding! Chose the perfect location for your ceremony: by the water, on our private South Beach or perhaps in the
garden. Walk down a conch shell aisle with the sand between your toes, gracing a gorgeous bouquet of colorful tropical flowers. Toast your union with fine Champagne under a traditional Belizean
wedding arch. We know that your special day is important, so our
wedding coordinator will take care of the all details for you! All photos on this page are of actual
weddings at Hamanasi. Getting married in Belize is easy. Here are some basic guidelines: Requirements for Getting Married in Belize REQUIREMENTS FOR A CIVIL or CHURCH
WEDDING IN BELIZE. IF NEITHER OF THE
PARTIES HAS BEEN PREVIOUSLY MARRIED: Fully completed marriage license application form - Notarized by a Justice of the Peace.
Photocopy of front 2 pages of passport and page showing arrival date into Belize. Both
parties must be in the country 3
business days prior to filing the petition of the license. The day of arrival does not count. IF EITHER
PARTIES OR BOTH HAVE BEEN PREVIOUSLY MARRIED: Both
parties must be in the country 3
business days prior to filing the petition of the license. The day of arrival does not count. A copy of the final divorce decrees. IF EITHER OR BOTH
PARTIES IS A WIDOW OR WIDOWER. Copy of death certificate. If you are over the age of eighteen (18), no blood test is required and no parental consent is required. Proof of age on your passport or birth certificate is required. Notes: Services are conducted by an ordained Minister or Justice of the Peace. You must have two witnesses, either family, friends, hotel guests or staff. Our standard package provides a daytime ceremony, in your area of choice on property. The Government of Belize requires that you reside in Belize 3
business days and can submit your marriage application on the fourth
business day. The day of arrival does not count. The completed paperwork is ready the following
business day. We can facilitate the paperwork for you. Ministers and Justices of the Peace may conduct ceremonies in their respective churches or any other location you choose, traditional or otherwise. Many Ministers will officiate non-sectarian ceremonies and allow you to write your own vows. Registry working days are Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM; 5:00 PM. The Registry is not open on statutory holidays. Considerations for Planning Your
Wedding. Time of Day for Ceremony. What will you wear? - Remember this is the tropics. Light clothing, simple make-up, insect repellent and non high heel shoes can make your day much more comfortable. Type of Ceremony - Religious or Non Denominational. Number of guests - Do you have witnesses, or do you require Hamanasi to provide? Cake; will you want to do a ceremonial cake cutting after the ceremony and what type of cake will you want? Where would you like the cake set up? Photographer; Do you want professional photographer services? Champagne; Would you like a ceremonial toast after the ceremony? Meals; Will you be having a reception after the ceremony or will you require a private
dinner set up? Do you require a private rehearsal
dinner? Do you have any special meal requests or requirements that you need to inform Hamanasi of prior to your arrival. Extras - Do you want to add any of our special additions to the ceremony or your stay with Hamanasi? Payment - Hamanasi requires an advance deposit of 50% of anticipated revenue at the time of booking your
wedding with full pre-payment due no later than 30 days prior to arrival. We do not offer refunds for cancellations made less than 30 days prior to arrival. Please remember you need to be in the Country at least 3
business days, not including your arrival day, prior to applying for a marriage license so it;s best to plan your stay in Belize for at least a week. HAMANASI
WEDDING PACKAGES*. BAREFOOT BREEZE For those who have dreamed of tying the knot with bare feet in the sand and few details to worry about. Champagne, Flowers and Chocolate-Dipped Tropical Fruits in your
room upon arrival. Personal
Wedding Coordinator. Private
Wedding Beach Location. Tropical Flower Archway. Tropical Flower Bridal Bouquet.
Wedding Ceremony conducted by Minister or Justice of the Peace. Marriage License including all filing, handling, courier and government fees.
Wedding Cake decorated with fresh flowers. Champagne for
wedding toast. Floral
turn-down on the night of your
wedding. One-hour
massage each for Bride and Groom. Private beach
dinner set up on the night of your choice (food and
drinks not included). Professional photographer including CD of pictures. Two Witnesses as required (if bridal
party does not have own). *Prices in USD subject to 9% sales tax and 8% gratuity. Don;t see it in a package? Additional items and options are available (additional charge), just let us know! Hamanasi
Wedding Additions*. In your
room offering a serene backdrop and the ultimate in privacy. On your porch or
balcony romantic, cool and private This set up for two is and ideal way to enjoy
dinner after your ceremony. Order off the standard menu if on a package, or have the chef custom create a menu for you (additional cost). When you return to your
room after
dinner, what better way to treat your bride than to soft flower petals highlighting your freshly turned down plush cotton linens. Delicious ethnic and standard favorite canapes (6 pcs per person) and our famous Rum Punch passed by our friendly staff to you and your guests for 1 hour, beach or
pool side. Hair Styling Services. Walkway of Fresh Tropical Flower Petals. Hors' douerves/ Canapes. Fruit or Rum Punches. Traditional Garifuna Drummers.
Microphone Service/Sound System. Private Reception or Rehearsal
dinner for
Wedding Party. *All prices are in USD and subject to 9% sales tax and 8% gratuity