Caye Caulker Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Caye Caulker which includes a coastal town and signage
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Caye Caulker featuring a coastal town as well as an individual male
Caye Caulker which includes general coastal views, boating and bird life
Watch clouds and listen to waves while lying in a hammock, go snorkeling in crystal-clear water and dance all night to feel-good reggae beats on this tropical island.

Take a deep breath, kick off your shoes and embrace the “Go slow” motto of beautiful Caye Caulker. Just off mainland Belize, Caye Caulker is a dream destination for backpackers and ecotourism enthusiasts. Spend your days swaying in a beachfront hammock, diving at pristine Caribbean Sea barrier reefs and sharing travel adventures at the welcoming bars.

Caye Caulker is a long, narrow sandbar island bisected by a channel. To the south, visit the tourist center, where lodgings, shops and tour operators line the car-free streets and waterfront. The northern island is largely underdeveloped and swathed in a mangrove forest teeming with birdlife. The Split, a thin canal, separates the two portions and has popular spots for swimming and sunsets.

Sign up for snorkeling and diving excursions with outfitters such as Ragamuffin Tours and Frenchie’s Diving. A short boat ride away is Belize Barrier Reef, part of the Caye Caulker Marine Reserve. Spot pristine coral reefs, orange-hued starfish and fish of every color of the rainbow. Explore underwater caves and swim in blue-green lagoons.

Get close to sharks, sea turtles and rays at Hol Chan Marine Reserve. Observe surfacing manatees at Swallow Caye Wildlife Sanctuary. Windsurf, kayak or fish for barracuda, bonefish and tarpon. Back on dry land, see saltwater crocodiles and some of over 100 native bird species as you traverse nature trails.

Relax at the island’s bars and restaurants. Many have ocean-facing terraces that feature the rhythmic sounds of reggae. Feast on plates of fresh seafood, lobster and coconut-infused desserts. Sip a cold beer or cocktail, mingle with likeminded vacationers and exchange stories as you watch the sun drift down.

Reach Caye Caulker by catching a low-cost ferry from Belize City or fly from Belize City Municipal Airport. The island is small enough to get around on foot, although bikes and golf carts are available to rent. Fall into a blissful sleep at guesthouses or luxury resorts.

BluZen
BluZen
3.5 out of 5
1512 North Caye Caulker, Caye Caulker, Belize District
The price is AU$635 per night from 19 Dec to 20 Dec
AU$635
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Caye Caulker. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (187 reviews)
"The stay here was absolutely memorable. We definitely plan to come back to Blue Zen on our next trip back to Belize. There isn't much to do on the island itself, but it was a nice break from the huslte and bustle of the tourist and outside world in general. The resort has 2 restaurants and bar and ..."

Reviewed on 11 Dec. 2024

BluZen
El Ben Cabañas
El Ben Cabañas
3 out of 5
North End, Caye Caulker
The price is AU$409 per night from 19 Dec to 20 Dec
AU$409
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Caye Caulker. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 beach bars. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (139 reviews)
"Spent the most wonderful week at El Ben where we celebrated our 50th wedding anniversary. We definitely picked the best place to stay on Caye Caulker with the best people. Just felt like family. Thank you so much for making our 50th so special. Xoxo Frank & Lynn"

Reviewed on 11 Dec. 2024

El Ben Cabañas
Jan's Hotel
Jan's Hotel
2.5 out of 5
52 Avenida Hicaco, Playa Asuncion, Caye Caulker
The price is AU$413 per night from 1 Jan to 2 Jan
AU$413
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2025
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Caye Caulker. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (427 reviews)
"Jans hotel was great. Before we arrived they were super responsive for any questions we had. They arranged transportation from the airport, ferry tickets and picked us up at the ferry dock. Room was cleaned daily, AC was great and the mini fridge was stocked daily with water and coke. Hotel had great ..."

Reviewed on 14 Dec. 2024

Jan's Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Coral Cottage at Low Caye Cottages 1 of 4 great cottages
Coral Cottage at Low Caye Cottages 1 of 4 great cottages
Caye Caulker
Stay at this cottage in Caye Caulker. Enjoy private pools, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Caye Caulker Sand Volleyball Court and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (38 reviews)
"The property owner and property manager were both very welcoming and very helpful for our stay on Caye Caulker. We would definitely come back!"

Reviewed on 6 Nov. 2024

Coral Cottage at Low Caye Cottages 1 of 4 great cottages
Bay Towers Hotel
Bay Towers Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Lot 999 North West Caye Caulker, Caye Caulker, Belize District
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Caye Caulker. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (48 reviews)
"It was a bit off the beaten path and costly with the ferry back and forth every time you want to go across the split to dine or meet up with tour companies. Come before this side is all built out with resorts!"

Reviewed on 27 Nov. 2024

Bay Towers Hotel
Tranquil romantic getaway
Tranquil romantic getaway
Belize
Stay at this cottage in Caye Caulker. Enjoy free WiFi, balconies, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Caye Caulker Sand Volleyball Court and Playa ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
Awesome accommodations
"Moody blue cottage was the perfect fit for us. If we come back to caye caulker, this is where we want to stay. Every thing about this property was great. Be sure to arrange snorkeling trip with Francis and wish we had known that we could arrange fishing with him before booking through a local company. ..."

Reviewed on 25 Apr. 2024

Tranquil romantic getaway
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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