Ambergris Caye (San Pedro), Belize
Ambergris Caye puts the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef a few minutes offshore from a golf-cart island where everyone speaks English, with the Blue Hole and Maya ruins reachable in a day.
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When to go
| Month | Season |
|---|---|
| January | best |
| February | best |
| March | best |
| April | best |
| May | best |
| June | fine |
| July | fine |
| August | fine |
| September | avoid |
| October | avoid |
| November | best |
| December | best |
- June, July, August: Lobster season opens in mid-June with festivals on the cayes.
- April, May, June: Whale sharks visit Gladden Spit near Placencia around the full moons.
September, October: Peak hurricane season and the rainiest weeks of the year.
Where to stay in Ambergris Caye (San Pedro)
- San Pedro Town: The island's only town, with golf-cart streets, dive shops and most restaurants.
- North Ambergris: Boutique resorts and villas across the bridge, quieter and closer to the reef.
- South Ambergris: Mid-range condos and resorts on the beach south of town.
- Secret Beach: West-side lagoon with swim-up bars and the island's calmest water.
- Caye Caulker: The smaller, cheaper island 30 minutes by water taxi, with a backpacker vibe.
What to do in Ambergris Caye (San Pedro)
- Snorkel with nurse sharks at Hol Chan and Shark Ray Alley
- Dive the Great Blue Hole
- Boat up the New River to the Lamanai Maya ruins
- Golf-cart to Secret Beach for a swim-up bar afternoon
- Fly-fish the flats for bonefish and permit
- Watch the sunset at the Caye Caulker Split
Good to know
| Airports | Belize City Philip S. W. Goldson International (BZE) |
|---|---|
| Passport from United States | Passport needed |
| Price level | upscale |
| Time zone | America/Belize |
| Kind of trip | island, beach, adventure, nature, romantic |
Questions about Ambergris Caye (San Pedro)
When is the best time to visit Ambergris Caye (San Pedro)?
November, December, January, February, March, April and May. September, October: Peak hurricane season and the rainiest weeks of the year.
Do I need a passport for Ambergris Caye (San Pedro)?
Passport needed: travellers from the United States need a valid passport for Ambergris Caye (San Pedro); check the expiry rule of the country before you book.
How expensive is Ambergris Caye (San Pedro) on the ground?
Ambergris Caye (San Pedro) is upscale by US standards: plan about £98 per person per day for food, getting around and tickets.
Prices converted from US dollars at the rate of 15 Oct 2026.