Travel Information

Getting to Belize

For most international visitors, a trip to Belize begins at Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport (PGIA), located just outside Belize City.

From PGIA, you can choose to stay locally on the mainland or continue out to the cayes. If you're staying on Ambergris Caye or Caye Caulker, the two main options are a short domestic flight or water taxi.

Travelling to the Cayes

The quickest option is to fly. Belize has two local airlines, Tropic Air and Maya Island Air, operating short domestic flights from PGIA. The flight to San Pedro on Ambergris Caye is around 15 minutes and offers some incredible views of the coastline, cayes and Caribbean along the way.

For a more economical option, water taxis operate from Belize City to Caye Caulker and San Pedro. This involves travelling from PGIA to the water taxi terminal in Belize City before continuing your journey by boat.

Whichever option works best for you, we're happy to talk you through it before your trip.

Transfers & Meeting Your Guide

If you're staying locally on the mainland, we can meet you at PGIA and take you directly to your accommodation. If you're continuing to the cayes by water taxi, we can meet you at the airport and take you to the water taxi terminal in Belize City.

If you're staying on one of the cayes, there's no need to travel back to an airport or central meeting point for your charter. We can pick you up directly from the closest suitable dock to your accommodation.

At the end of your fishing day, we'll return you to your dock or mainland accommodation, making getting to and from your charter as simple as possible.

Where to Stay

Where you choose to stay depends on the kind of Belize experience you're looking for, and each location offers something a little different.

The Mainland

Staying on the mainland gives you easy access to PGIA and puts you in a great position for fishing both the coastal fishery and our mainland rivers, creeks and lagoons.

It's also a great choice if you want to experience more of Belize beyond the fishing. Maya ruins, cave tubing, rafting and plenty more are within reach, making the mainland a great base for combining several days on the water with time exploring the rest of the country.

Ambergris Caye

Ambergris Caye offers a completely different experience, with a much larger selection of resorts, restaurants and nightlife around San Pedro, while putting you right in the heart of some outstanding flats fishing.

For anglers wanting to spend most of their trip fishing the northern flats and cayes while enjoying the amenities and atmosphere of San Pedro between fishing days, Ambergris Caye makes an excellent base.

Caye Caulker

Caye Caulker offers a smaller, more relaxed island atmosphere while occupying something of a sweet spot between the two.

Its location makes it a great hybrid destination for anglers who want the experience of staying on a Caribbean caye while retaining greater accessibility to our mainland lagoons and southern fishery.

You don't need to choose your accommodation solely around where you think the best fishing will be. Our extensive guiding range gives us access to an enormous variety of water, and we'll plan each fishing day around the conditions, your target species and the opportunities available.

Entry Requirements & Documentation

Before travelling, make sure your passport and any required travel documentation meet Belize's current entry requirements.

Requirements can vary depending on your nationality and may change, so we recommend checking the latest official Belize immigration and travel information before departure rather than relying on older travel advice.

Currency & Payments

The official currency is the Belize Dollar (BZD), which is fixed at BZD $2 to USD $1. US dollars are also widely accepted throughout Belize, particularly in tourism areas.

Credit cards are accepted by many hotels, restaurants and larger businesses, although carrying some cash is useful, particularly when travelling outside the main tourism areas.

Weather & What to Pack

Belize is tropical, so lightweight, breathable clothing and good sun protection are important throughout the year.

For fishing, polarized sunglasses, a hat, sun protection and suitable clothing for long days on the water should be at the top of your list. A lightweight rain jacket is also worth carrying, particularly during the wetter months.

If you're bringing your own fishing equipment, we're happy to work with you before you travel to make sure you have everything you need and avoid bringing unnecessary gear.

For a much more detailed breakdown, see our FAQ for our complete packing list covering clothing, tackle, flies, lures and other considerations for your trip.