Island in Belize District, Belize
Getting around Ambergris Caye
How to get around Ambergris Caye
Walk or cycle in town; golf carts and taxis serve the long island. Water taxis and small planes link San Pedro to Belize City.
Ways to get around Ambergris Caye
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Water taxi to Belize City | About 45–60 BZD one way | 75 min; San Pedro Belize Express |
| Golf-cart taxi | 10–25 BZD | Standard for the island; agree fare first |
| Small plane from Belize City | From about 200 BZD one way | 15 min; Tropic Air and Maya Island |
Taxis in Ambergris Caye
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. No ride apps; use golf-cart taxis, bikes or your own feet. Agree fares first and tip drivers for luggage.
Arriving in Ambergris Caye
San Pedro Airport (flights from BZE) (SPR)
Fly Tropic Air or Maya Island from Belize airport in 15 min; walk or golf-cart taxi to town in 5–15 min.
Philip Goldson International (BZE)
Taxi to Belize City terminal 35–60 BZD for the water taxi, or connect straight onto a flight.
Driving and onward travel
- Driving: on the right. Foreign licences are valid for up to 3 months; longer stays need a Belize permit. An IDP is recommended.
- Onward travel in Belize: Water taxis link Belize City with Caye Caulker and San Pedro; small planes reach the cayes, Placencia and Punta Gorda. Cheap, slow buses run the main highways.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Ambergris Caye?
No ride-hailing apps work here. No ride apps; use golf-cart taxis, bikes or your own feet. Agree fares first and tip drivers for luggage.
What's the best way to get around Ambergris Caye?
Walk or cycle in town; golf carts and taxis serve the long island. Water taxis and small planes link San Pedro to Belize City.
How do I get from the airport to Ambergris Caye?
Fly Tropic Air or Maya Island from Belize airport in 15 min; walk or golf-cart taxi to town in 5–15 min.
Is Ambergris Caye walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
- Tropic Air (domestic flights)
- Maya Island Air (domestic flights)
- San Pedro Belize Express (water taxi)
- Belize Tourism Board
- Maya Island Air
Fares are typical 2026 prices; check the operator for today's fares. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.