Belize by land

[1BryNelson]

I was hoping that someone out there has made the overland trip south to Belize?

If so I'd appreciate some tales of the trip (s).

[valhalla360]

I suggest moving this to the Central/South America section for better responses that have more realistic expectations on what to find in Mexico (rather than the doom & gloom crowd).

[Goldencrazy]

Learn Spanish. Take cash for payments of fines. Some would consider these bribes.tough roads especially when meeting a bus.

[PortWentworthSa]

Bry,

You really need to think about planning a trip that far into Mexico. 10 years ago I would have probably followed you down there. Today is another story.

You have several things going against a safe trip. The main concern is that you currently have a M/H that is 15 years old and subject to a major breakdown on a trip of that nature. Finding a qualified mechanic, let alone parts, will be difficult.

I've driven all over Mexico and I can tell you that roads are not their priority outside large cities. Your route will take you through some rough travels on the roads.

Today, Mexico's economy is in the tank. People struggle just to eat. If you leave your rig for just a minute you can plan on getting something stolen. You will look like a rich American and a target for a possible robbery or your life will be in danger.

You can't trust the Police either anymore. Corruption runs through the ranks.

Then comes the drug cartel's. They ARE REAL and DANGEROUS. If they want something you have they will just take it right in front of without batting an eye.

Mexico IS NOT SAFE ANYMORE. DON'T DO IT.

It's so bad that I have 2 friends that lived in Mexico for years as American Nationals. They bought homes in communities where other Nationals live. It got so bad where they were that they just packed up and headed back to the states leaving their property behind. From what they have told me others have followed.

[Teacher_s_Pet]

Had friends do it a few years back. Ended up making a mad dash back to South Texas when their dog was attacked by guard dogs in the campground shortly after their arrival in Belize and no "good" vets to be found.

[Tom_and_Gloria]

We have been to Belize 3 times on a cruise ship. Last 2 times we opted to stay behind the fence in the cruise terminal. Just sayin'..............

[msmith1199]

Belize is all the way on the other side of Mexico. That's a Country that has a huge corruption issue in their government and law enforcement, not to mention the drug cartels killing people all over the place. I'd much rather take my chances with the criminals in the US versus going through the criminals in Mexico.

I can say if I ever did get brave enough to make a trip like that, I wouldn't do it unless I was with a trusted guide that was very familiar with Mexico and spoke the language. No way would I just head out on my own.

[1BryNelson]

Trying to figure out just how brave I want to be.

[msmith1199]

If you're planning on doing it than you are a far braver person than me!