Meeting the last of the traditional Mennonites

Explore one of the most traditional and isolated communities in the Americas. Tucked away in the heart of Belize, these traditional Mennonite colonies have long maintained a way of life defined by horse-drawn carriages, a long-standing educational system, and a profound religious faith.

However, as modern influences begin to reach these quiet settlements, many traditionalist families are facing a life-altering decision. In an effort to preserve their heritage, language, and ancestral way of life, dozens of families are embarking on a large-scale relocation—leaving Belize behind to establish an entirely new, self-sufficient settlement deep within the Amazon rainforest of Peru.