Belize Travel Guide 🇧🇿
Everything a traveler should know before visiting Belize — barrier reef, Mayan ruins, wildlife, beaches & Caribbean culture
🌤 Live Weather — Belize City
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📌 Quick Facts
🏙 Capital Belmopan
🌴 Highlights Barrier Reef · Cayes · Rainforests · Mayan ruins
💱 Currency Belize Dollar (BZD)
🗣 Languages English (official) · Spanish · Creole
⏱ Time Zone GMT−6
🔌 Plug Type Type A · B — 110V
Famous for: Great Blue Hole · diving & snorkeling · island life · eco-lodges · wildlife sanctuaries
🛂 Visa & Entry Rules
Visa-free for many nationalities Return ticket required Hotel booking or address- Passport valid at least 6 months
- Travel insurance recommended
- Entry duration depends on nationality
Always verify rules with official immigration before travel.
🗓 Best Time to Visit
🌤 Dec–Apr Dry season (best weather)
🌧 Jun–Nov Rainy season & hurricanes possible
🐠 Feb–May Best for diving & snorkeling
💸 Shoulder Season Lower hotel prices
Some islands have limited access during storms.
💰 Average Trip Budget
- 🎒 Budget — $45–65 / ₹3,700–₹5,500 per day
- 🏨 Mid-Range — $90–150 / ₹7,500–₹12,500 per day
- 👑 Luxury — $220+ / ₹18,000+ per day
Island stays & marine tours increase costs.
🗺 Top Places to Visit
Ambergris Caye Caye Caulker Great Blue Hole Belize Barrier Reef San Ignacio Caracol Mayan Ruins🚇 Transport & Getting Around
- Water taxis between islands
- Domestic flights to cayes
- Buses between mainland towns
- Taxis widely available
Inter-island travel depends on weather & sea conditions.
📶 Mobile SIM & Internet
- Main providers — DigiCell · Smart
- Tourist SIMs available at airports
- Good coverage in cities & islands
- Slower speeds in jungle areas
Download offline maps for remote reserves.
💵 Money & Payments
- USD accepted almost everywhere
- Cards accepted in resorts & cities
- Cash preferred in islands & villages
- ATMs limited in remote areas
Fixed rate: 1 USD = 2 BZD (commonly used).
🍽 Food & Local Cuisine
- Rice & Beans with Stew Chicken
- Fry Jacks
- Seafood & lobster
- Garnaches & tamales
- Caribbean & Creole flavors
🎊 Festivals & Events
- Lobster Festival (June–July)
- Carnival in Belize City
- Garifuna Settlement Day
- Chocolate Festival of Belize
🛡 Safety & Travel Awareness
- Tourist areas generally safe
- Avoid isolated areas at night
- Use licensed water taxi & tour operators
- Follow marine safety rules
Keep valuables secure in Belize City.
🎒 What to Pack
- Light tropical clothing
- Reef-safe sunscreen
- Water shoes & snorkel gear
- Bug spray & rain jacket
🌡 Weather & Climate
- Tropical Caribbean climate
- Warm year-round
- High humidity near coast
- Hurricane risk Jun–Nov
🧳 Suggested 5-Day Itinerary
- Day 1 — Belize City & museum
- Day 2 — Caye Caulker snorkeling
- Day 3 — Ambergris Caye & reef tour
- Day 4 — San Ignacio & Mayan ruins
- Day 5 — ATM Cave or jungle wildlife tour
❓ FAQs
Is Belize good for snorkeling & diving?
Yes — one of the best marine destinations in the world.
Is English widely spoken?
Yes — English is the official language.
Do I need cash?
Useful for islands, tours & small shops.
🚨 Emergency Numbers
🚑 Ambulance 90
👮 Police 911
🔥 Fire 90
🩺 Medical Assistance Local Hospitals
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