Caye Caulker Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Caye Caulker showing signage and a coastal town
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Caye Caulker featuring a coastal town as well as an individual male
Caye Caulker showing boating, general coastal views 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.

Jan's Hotel

Jan's Hotel

2.5 out of 5
52 Avenida Hicaco, Playa Asuncion, Caye Caulker
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹10,179 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
₹10,179
₹11,095 total
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Caye Caulker. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (536 reviews)
"Beautiful and clean. Lovely rooftop."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Jan's Hotel
BluZen

BluZen

3.5 out of 5
1512 North Caye Caulker, Caye Caulker, Belize District
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Caye Caulker. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (281 reviews)
"N/a"

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2025

BluZen
Tropical Paradise Hotel

Tropical Paradise Hotel

3 out of 5
1 Luciano Reyes St, Caye Caulker
The price is ₹6,817 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
₹6,817
₹7,431 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Caye Caulker. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (420 reviews)
Quiet stay in Caye caulker
"Quiet little hotel at the end of Caye caulker. The beds were comfortable and the room was perfectly decent. The air conditioning could have worked a little better but I would stay again if I returned"

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Tropical Paradise 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.
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 Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (69 reviews)
"Loved it all"

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

Bay Towers Hotel
Ashton Court Belize

Ashton Court Belize

2.5 out of 5
Playa Asuncion, Caye Caulker
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Caye Caulker. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a private beach and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Caye Caulker Sand Volleyball Court ...
8/10 Very Good! (2 reviews)
"Our stay at Ashton Court over Spring Break was wonderful. We rented a three bedroom condominium that faced the water. Had a balcony with beautiful views, condo was updated and very nice. Nice pool and bar that we used on the days we weren't at the beach or on the water. The staff was excellent, always ..."

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2025

Ashton Court Belize
ZNA Beach House

ZNA Beach House

3 out of 5
Calle Almendro, Caye Caulker
Stay at this 3-star beach apartment in Caye Caulker. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a private beach and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions The Split and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5 reviews)
"Loved the location, such an amazing place in the most convenient area right across from the beach. I could not of been happier with my stay in this little guest house. Everyone in the area was friendly and helpful as well, I have to note that I appreciated the cleanliness of the linen and the amount ..."

Reviewed on 21 Apr 2025

ZNA Beach House
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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