Frequently Asked Questions

What are your reservation procedures and terms and conditions?

• Once you have provided us with contact information, reservation dates and availability have been verified, we will send you a confirmation email with a deposit invoice.
  
  
• A 50% deposit of total cabin fees is due within 14 days of receiving our confirmation of reservation email.
  
  
• The reservation deposit is non-refundable
  
  
• Reservation deposits are made via www.PayPal.com (LowerDoverBelize@gmail.com is our account number). For those not wanting to use PayPal, you can mail a personal check to our American bookkeeper for an additional USD $10 fee. Make check payable to: Madeline Reynolds. Mail check to R. Anderson 1041 Fairview Drive Fox Lake, Illinois 60020, telephone: 224-225-1150 (that’s our PayPal phone number too)
  
  
• Once confirmation reservation has been emailed, there will be a USD$10 fee for each reservation change.
  
  
• The balance of all outstanding charges associated with your stay is due by noon on the day before check out to avoid rush situations the morning of departure.
  
  
• We do not accept credit cards to keep prices low and to avoid sending credit card numbers over the Internet. Cash or PayPal payments are preferred. ATMs are located in Belmopan, Spanish Lookout and San Ignacio.
  
  
• Rates are subject to change and may vary for events beyond our control, such as changes in taxes.
  
  
• Lower Dover Field Station will not be responsible for any loss of or damage to personal property during your stay or during your adventures.
  
  
• Lower Dover Field Station will not accept responsibility for any delays, additional expenses or inconveniences which may be caused directly or indirectly by events outside our control such as late arrival of flights, severe weather, acts of God, acts of government, illness, or the failure of any machinery or equipment. Travel insurance issued at the time of booking from your travel agent or via services on the Internet can offer you protection from most unanticipated problems.
  
  
  

What are my transportation options from the Belize International Airport (BZE)?

• Door to Door Service: Our driver can pick you up and deliver you safely to us. Please reserve our shuttle service in advance of your arrival.
• Public Transportation: Take a taxi to Belize City’s bus terminal, then a public bus on the Western Hwy to Unitedville, Cayo District. Catch the bus indicating CAYO or BENQUE . The bus will stop in Belmopan en route. See map for detailed directions once in Unitedville. Call or email us in advance so we can pick you up at Unitedville’s bus stop, saving you a walk down our ½ mile driveway. The folks at Unitedville’s Hardware Store or the U-Store-It office will help you if you have questions when you get off the bus.

How far away are you from the BZE airport?
59 miles / 95 km
Lower Dover Shuttle: 1½ hour drive.
Public Bus: About a 2 hour bus ride.



How far away are you from San Ignacio?
13 miles / 21 km
Lower Dover Shuttle: 20 minutes
Public Bus: About 30-40 minutes



What should I bring in addition to my Passport?

Clothing:

• Bathing suits and shorts (we provide all towels).
• A tropical “clothing barrier” is recommended for insect and sunburn protection. Light weight long pants, a light weight long sleeve shirt and tube socks will be your best friend. Polyester blends are better than 100% cotton as polyester dries faster, is cooler and is lighter weight.

Protective Footwear:

• Hiking boots or tennis shoes for the jungle is a must. No open toe flip-flops.
• Water socks: River & beach friendly shoes that you can swim in (secure elastic straps)
• Soccer type, slipper slip-on sandals or crocks are perfect for lounging.

Sun Protection:

• Clothing barriers are best (see above), plus a hat, sunscreen and sunglasses

Insect Repellent: (Weather conditions dictate the type and number of insect visitors)

• Clothing barriers are best (see above). But if you prefer to use a chemical repellant use a low percentage Deep-Woods Off with DEET; Avon’s Skin-So-Soft is a milder alternative and recommended for children.
• Bed netting in the cabins is available upon request

Water Bottle/Canteen

• Large enough to keep you hydrated on your daily trekking adventures
• LDFS has potable, filtered drinking water for ice or canteen fill-ups
• Bottled water is available for sale.

Binoculars:

• Small binoculars are best. Too many accessories detract from enjoying the experience. Many parrots and toucans can been seen at LDFS at sunup and at sundown. Bird guides are available.

Headlamps: (bring fresh batteries)

• Handy for cave tubing and walking around the compound at night. Re-use your headlamp in your home emergency kit.

Biodegradable toiletries:

Earth friendly soaps and shampoos are appreciated. Bathing is magical in our 4 freshwater pools. Our rainwater cabin showers are heavenly.

Can you arrange tours and transportation to nearby attractions for us?
Yes. Ask us for a list of adventure options and tour packages.

What tours are offered by Lower Dover Field Station?
Tours fall into day and half day packages. We can send you basic rate sheets and follow up with customized tours based upon your interest.

For reservations, brochures, or rate sheet contact us at:
Lower Dover Field Station LTD
Madeline or Bill Reynolds
011-501-614-4100 or 011-501-666-1756
Our SKYPE identification is: LowerDoverBelize
e-mail: LowerDoverBelize@gmail.com