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Ambergris Caye
BIG ATTRACTIONS. SMALL CROWDS.
Ambergris Caye, Belize is our largest island and is well-known for its beautiful Caribbean beaches and warm white sand. Located next to one of the largest barrier reefs in the world, this island is a prime spot for aquatic exploration.
The island is home to some of the best fishing spots in the Caribbean, and several tour companies offer fishing trips to the renowned fly-fishing paradise like the Turneffe Atoll.
It is also the perfect day trip, with water taxis available from Belize City to San Pedro. From the cobblestone streets of bustling San Pedro Town outward to the northern and southern ends of the island, Ambergris Caye offers many award-winning resorts, restaurants, beach bars and shops to explore.
Whether you’re in the mood to rest in a hammock on the beach, feel the thrill of swimming with sharks in the coral reef, or indulge in tasty meals on a food tour, Ambergris Caye offers top-tier experiences for travellers to have an unforgettable time!
Attractions in Ambergris Caye
Turneffe Atoll
Close to Belize City, Lighthouse and Glover’s Reef, Turneffe Atoll is a great base for exploring all of the atolls….
Mexico Rocks
Mexico Rock is a range of 10 to 12 foot rocks in Ambergris Caye. It is filled with starfish, elkhorn…
Marco Gonzales
The Marco Gonzalez Maya Site is located in Ambergris Caye. It was once a Maya trading post with 20,000 inhabitants,…
Bacalar Chico
Bacalar Chico is a hidden treasure with a pristine environment teeming with wildlife and a brilliant array of coral. By…
Shark Ray Alley
Shark Ray Alley is located just one mile south of the Hol Chan cut and is listed as “Zone D” of…
Hol Chan Marine Reserve
As translated in Maya as “Little Channel,” the Hol Chan Marine Reserve refers to the deep cut or “quebrada” in the barrier…
