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Ambergris Caye

WHAT CAN I EXPECT?

Perched at the northeastern tip of Belize, Ambergris Caye is the largest island of Belize, renowned for its stunning natural beauty and vibrant marine life. This captivating island, surrounded by the sparkling turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea, is a treasure trove of serene beaches, lush landscapes, and rich cultural history.

WHY AMERGRIS CAYE?

Imagine waking up to the sound of waves gently lapping against the shore, spending your days exploring hidden underwater worlds or learning about the rich Mayan heritage, and ending your evenings with stunning Caribbean sunsets. This is the essence of Ambergris Caye—a place where adventure and tranquility coexist in perfect harmony.

TOURIST ATTRACTIONS IN BELIZE

FRIENDLY TIPS FOR TRAVEL TO AMBERGRIS CAYE

Airport VIP Service

There is no airport VIP Service in the Belize airport, but it’s so small that you really don’t need any. If you are heading off to San Pedro or Caye Caulker, you’ll probably be flying Tropic Air. They make it easy and will work with your arrival time to ensure you don’t wait too long to reach your destination.

Car Rentals

Don’t worry about renting a car for San Pedro; grab a golf cart! There’s only one road in San Pedro, so it’s very easy to drive your cart around to where you need to be.

Currency

The official currency for Belize is the Belizian dollar. It’s about a 2-1 conversion, so it’s easy to calculate! If it’s $4 BZE, it’s $2 American Dollars. We found most places there accepted US Dollars, so we didn’t need to exchange any money.

Drinking Water

Technically you can drink the water in Belize, but most hotels and restaurants will provide bottled water. The Mahogany Bay provided us with a large bottle with a spout. We used this to refill our bottles, and it worked perfectly.

Electricity

Belize uses the same plug and voltage as those in the United States and Canada; therefore, North Americans will not need to bring a converter on their trip.

It's Illegal To...

Wear Camo in Belize unless you are a member of their Army, so make sure to leave the Camo print at home. Oh, and the drone too. Unfortunately, only those with permission from the government can fly a drone.

Language

English is the official language of Belize, making it an accessible travel destination! Belizians are usually multi-lingual, too, so you should make communication easy.

National Dish

The Belizian national dish usually consists of stewed chicken, rice, beans, and a potato salad or coleslaw. Ya’ll; I could have eaten this every single day. It was so good!

Time Zone

Belize is located in Central Standard Time (CST). They do not observe Daylight Savings Time, so you don’t have to worry about switching your clocks.

When to Visit

The best time to visit Belize is January through May, although we visited in early November, and it was perfect weather.

Ambergris Caye Map

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Sunset over the ocean
Sunset in Grand Cayman