by Arie Hoogerbrugge | Nov 13, 2025 | Jungle Lifestyle, Life in Belize, My Blog
Setting up a home in the Belize jungle is a unique challenge that blends practicality with respect for nature. Unlike city living, every system — from water to power — requires planning, maintenance, and adaptation. This guide explores how to set up your home in the...
by Arie Hoogerbrugge | Nov 9, 2025 | Jungle Lifestyle, My Blog
Key Takeaways Raising chickens and ducks in Belize requires patience — what works for others might not work for you. Local chickens and ducks have pros and cons, but for me, layers and broilers are the most efficient. Ducks may look fun, but they can threaten wildlife...
by Arie Hoogerbrugge | Oct 15, 2025 | Jungle Lifestyle, Life in Belize, My Blog
Living in the Belize jungle full-time is a unique experience that blends simplicity, discipline, and connection to nature. Each day unfolds with its own rhythm — guided not by alarm clocks or city traffic, but by the sounds of howler monkeys, tropical birds, and the...
by Arie Hoogerbrugge | Oct 6, 2025 | Belize - Flora & Fauna, Jungle Lifestyle, Life in Belize, My Blog
Living in the jungles of Belize means sharing your space with some of the most fascinating—and sometimes dangerous—venomous snakes in Belize. Among them is the Fer-de-Lance snake (Bothrops asper), also known locally as Yellow-jaw Tommygoff, or the barba amarilla. This...
by Arie Hoogerbrugge | Oct 6, 2025 | Jungle Lifestyle, My Blog
Living in the jungle of Belize is a dream for many people who imagine tropical wildlife, quiet villages, and a slower pace of life. But the reality of living in the Belize jungle full-time comes with surprises that most visitors never experience. I had visited Belize...
by Arie Hoogerbrugge | Oct 5, 2025 | Jungle Lifestyle, Life in Belize
Living in the Belize jungle sounds like a dream—lush greenery, the calls of howler monkeys, and the freedom of an off-grid lifestyle in Belize. But along with its beauty comes a reality that every newcomer should understand: jungle living safety in Belize requires...