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Travel requirements

A valid passport is required to enter Belize.

U.S. and Canadian citizens do not need a visa.

There is a $35 departure fee charge at Belize Airport.

U.S. citizens are allowed to bring back $400 worth of merchandise duty-free.

language English is the official language of Belize.

gold coin

Currency

Belizean dollar trades at a rate of $2BZ to $1US.

US currency is accepted everywhere in Belize.

24-hour ATMs are currently not available in San Pedro.

time zone Central Standard Time U.S. and Canada.

climate Subtropical, with a brisk breeze from the Caribbean. Annual temps average 80º.

Tradewinds blow along the coast and cayes throughout the year, keeping temps comfortable, even in the hottest months.

Electricity 120 volts / 60 cycles, same as the U.S.

Health / Safety Bring sunblock, drink plenty of water in the tropical heat.

Mosquito repellent is good to apply inland and at dusk.

Mayan king on a throne graphic

transportation from Belize International Airport:

Tropic Air or Maya Island Air both fly to Ambergris Caye.

Our staff can book your flight.

Flights run every hour from 6 AM - 5 PM daily.

Island ferry and water taxis run from Belize City, no reservation needed.

NOTE: Use land taxis from International Airport to Belize City Marine terminal.

transportation on Ambergris Caye:

Water taxi, golf cart, bicycle, and walking are the transportation modes.

Golf carts can be rented in and about San Pedro.

Land taxis also available. Negotiate rates in advance.

two Belizean boys