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Ambergris Caye
Spend 3–4 days on Ambergris Caye for reef snorkeling, diving and relaxed beach time; longer only for a deep‑sea fishing charter.
Ambergris Caye is Belize's largest cay, known for its barrier‑reef access, laid‑back town of San Pedro and golf‑cart transport. A 3‑day stay covers the main marine reserves, town sights and a couple of day trips; add a night for a fishing charter or extra diving.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- BZD
- Best months
- Feb–May
- avoid Jun–Oct (rainy season, occasional storms)
- Airport
- SPR
- Nights
- 3–4
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Rules in force · 6Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras and Nicaragua (CA-4) giv…
- Central America ↗Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras and Nicaragua (CA-4) give one shared entry allowance, usually 90 days in total; leaving for Belize, Costa Rica or Mexico and coming back does not always reset it — check with immigration before a long stay.
- Central America ↗Cross land borders in daylight and early in the day; many posts close or empty of transport by late afternoon, and the approaches are where robberies happen.
- Central America ↗Several borders charge entry, exit or municipal fees in US dollars (Belize exit, Nicaragua entry and exit, Honduras entry); carry small, clean US notes and ask for a receipt.
- Belize ↗Check entry rules for your passport with Belize's Immigration Department or a Belizean embassy before booking.
- Belize ↗Snorkel and dive in the marine reserves only with licensed guides; do not touch coral or feed marine life.
- Belize ↗Leaving by land or sea costs BZ$40 (US$20) in cash at the border or dock; the air departure tax is in your ticket.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Ambergris Caye, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Belize dollar (BZD, $), fixed at 2 to 1 US dollar; US dollars are accepted almost everywhere.Belize-wide
- SIM or eSIMDigi (Belize Telemedia) and Smart sell SIMs at the airport and in towns; bring your passport.Belize-wide
- Tap waterTreated water in Belize City and San Pedro; most visitors drink bottled or filtered.Belize-wide
- TippingRestaurants: 10–15% if no service charge.Belize-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B/G. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): fits · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 110 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Belize-wide
- SafetyAmbergris Caye is generally safe; keep an eye on belongings on beaches and use licensed golf‑cart rentals.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets; bring paper for bus stops.Belize-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police · 911 fire and ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysMany businesses close on Sundays in small towns and on Good Friday.Belize-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportSPR John Greif II Airport (Small airfield near San Pedro town, 20‑min flight from Belize City.).
- Getting aroundcheckGolf carts dominate; rent US$15 for 4 h or US$25 per day (prices check).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee (café)BZ$3–5
- Street or quick mealFish tacoveg: yesBZ$8–12
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Water taxi (San Pedro ↔ Belize City)US$15 one‑wayBZ$30
A day, not counting the bed: Budget BZ$50–80 · Mid BZ$80–130 · High BZ$130+
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- SPR John Greif II Airport (Small airfield near San Pedro town, 20‑min flight from Belize City.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Feb
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Mar
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Apr
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
May
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Jun
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jul
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Aug
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Sep
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Oct
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Nov
not flagged
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Dec
not flagged
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Best: Feb–May. Avoid: Jun–Oct. Month by month →
Warmest Jun (32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)), coolest Jan (20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C) low), wettest Jul (13 rain days), driest Jan (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Ambergris Caye: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
2 rd
Feb
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
2 rd
Mar
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
3 rd
Apr
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
5 rd
May
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
7 rd
Jun
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
12 rd
Jul
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
13 rd
Aug
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
13 rd
Sep
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
12 rd
Oct
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
8 rd
Nov
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
4 rd
Dec
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
2 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Golf carts dominate; rent US$15 for 4 h or US$25 per day (prices check). Bikes are also available. Walking works in town. A BZ$5 bridge toll north of San Pedro applies.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Hol Chan Marine Reserve
goDoor to door: ≈30 min round trip
Water taxi from San Pedro dock, about 15 min
Snorkel the reef; best mid‑week to avoid crowds.
Turneffe Atoll
cautionDoor to door: ≈8 h total
Full‑day dive charter from San Pedro, 1‑h boat ride
Requires group of 8‑10 divers; book in advance.
Caye Caulker (Lobsterfest)
goDoor to door: ≈1 h
Water taxi, 30 min
Early July only; enjoy lobster fest.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
San Pedro town centre
Walkable to restaurants, bars and dive shops; many hotels and guesthouses.
North‑side beachfront resorts
Quiet, closer to the bridge and dive operators.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- BZ$50–80 excl. bed
- Mid
- BZ$80–130 excl. bed
- High
- BZ$130+ excl. bed
Trip budget
Prices of common things
| Coffee (café) | BZ$3–5 |
| Fish tacoveg: yes | BZ$8–12 |
| Water taxi (San Pedro ↔ Belize City) | US$15 one‑way / BZ$30 |
| Golf‑cart rental (4 h)veg: ask | US$15 (check) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Cart rates can be inflated for tourists; haggle politely.
- Bridge toll is unattended late at night.
- Rain can make unpaved roads pothole‑filled; drive slowly.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 911
- Fire and ambulance
- 911
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Emergency
- Police911
- Medical911
Embassy
US consulate in Belize City (check address).
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Water taxi San Pedro ↔ Belize City: US$15 one‑way, about 20 min flight to Belize City then 20‑min boat
- Golf‑cart day rental: US$25 per day (check)
Say or show
- ¿Cuánto cuesta? — How much is it?
- ¿Dónde está el taxi acuático? — Where is the water taxi?
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Ambergris Caye. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Feb–May · avoid Jun–Oct (rainy season, occasional storms) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
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