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Copal Tree Farm
Farm-To-Table Dining
At the heart of the lodge is Copal Tree Farm, Belize's first certified organic farm. We cultivate indigenous crops such as coffee, cacao, sugarcane, and vanilla, reflecting our commitment to sustainable agriculture and economic prosperity in Southern Belize.
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Rooted in the Rainforest
Belize’s First Certified Organic Farm
Inside the Farm
At Copal Tree, nature and wellness are deeply intertwined. Our certified organic farm and lodge garden grow most of the ingredients served in our restaurant, nurtured in nutrient-rich, chemical-free soil.
From sugarcane and cacao to fruit orchards and sustainably raised livestock, our vibrant farm and garden inspire our seasonal cuisine year-round. Join our agricultural guide for an intimate tour and discover the origins of the ingredients that bring each dish to life.
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We harvest 140-150 pounds of fresh lettuce each year
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Our hens produce 50-75 eggs daily
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Our signature hot sauce is crafted from garden-grown habaneros
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We nourish our soil with organic fertilizers, like compost & on-site manure
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Our natural insect spray is a homemade blend of neem oil, water, garlic, & Jack-Ass Bitters
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Belize’s Largest Criollo Plantation
Cacao Nursery
Nestled behind the main vegetable garden under a thatched-roof palapa, our Cacao Nursery is home to thousands of grafted cacao plants, carefully cultivated before being transplanted into the jungle understory surrounding the lodge.
In 2013, we planted 83 acres of organic Criollo cacao, making Copal Tree one of Belize's largest cacao plantations. The nursery also grows aromatic spices like cardamom, nutmeg, vanilla, and allspice, enriching the farm’s diversity.
Produces Award-Winning Copalli Rum
Sugarcane Fields
Copal Tree Farm's sugarcane fields grow black and red heirloom cane, the key to Copalli Rum’s award-winning flavor. These organic, non-GMO sugarcane varieties are prized for their rich, flavourful juice.
Cultivated with a light touch, our sugarcane farming minimizes disruption to the surrounding ecosystem, allowing jungle wildlife like jaguars, monkeys, and birds to thrive. Our regenerative practices work with nature, supporting biodiversity and letting the land flourish.
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“Copal Tree is the perfect crossroads of luxury, adventure, health & sustainability. It was wonderful walking through the farm & learning about plant history & life cycle. We learned about their coffee, rum, & chocolate-making process from seeds to sipping. The farm is one of our major highlights: the food! Every meal was the best meal of my life. Farm-to-table doesn’t do it justice, everything was incredibly fresh & flavorful.”
Kevin Donn
