Belize Island Vacation Destinations
BelizeBelize is home to some of the best islands in Central America. A range of cayes such as Ambergris Caye and Caye Caulker stud its Caribbean coastline, and many of them are just a short boat ride off the mainland. These islands will offer you the postcard-perfect holiday you've always dreamed of. Attractive beaches line the shoreline and bountiful reefs, including Glover's Reef Atoll (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), offer up wonderful snorkeling and scuba opportunities.
At every turn, you will enjoy comfortable hotels and fresh seafood on these islands — as well as ample hammock and ocean time. Even if you plan on hiking or zip lining through the jungle, a stay on an island practically guarantees that you'll spend at least part of your vacation relaxing. Return to work refreshed when you book a Belize island vacation, and let your memories of golden sunlight, warm sand, and vivid blue waters carry you through the cold months.
Belize Highlights
A curated look at the best Belize has to offer. These are the destinations that consistently stand out — places with real character, great experiences, and something worth going out of your way for.
Ambergris Caye
Ambergris Caye is Belize’s largest island and the most well known destination in Belize. Located at the northern end of Belize’s waters, a small channel dug by the Maya separates Ambergris Caye from Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula. The narrow, 25-mile (40-km) long island is surrounded by the Caribbean’s aquamarine waters and consists of mangroves, lagoons, and the laid back town of San Pedro, which sits upon a low sandy plateau near the southern end of the island.
Explore DestinationCaye Caulker
Caye Caulker is a sleepy, 5-mile (8-mile) long island with 1,300 residents. It’s just 21 miles (34 km) northeast of Belize City and is directly south of Ambergris Caye. With no cars or paved roads, the quiet sandy streets on Caye Caulker are only occupied by golf carts, beach cruisers, and pedestrians. Travelers come here to relax and enjoy the slow pace of island life, whether that be swaying in an ocean-front hammock, kayaking around the island’s calm waters and mangroves, or sunbathing at the popular hangout called the Split, a channel that separates the northern and southern half of the island. Like Ambergris Caye, the island sits just one mile west of the Belize Barrier Reef, offering easy access to the area’s best snorkeling and scuba activities.
Explore DestinationSouth Water Caye Marine Reserve
Covering nearly 118,000 acres (47,750 ha), the South Water Caye Marine Reserve is the the largest marine reserve in Belize. It is also one of the most accessible from the mainland, with the western edge located just 10 miles (16 km) from the mainland. With lagoons, palm fringed islands, and mangroves, the reserve is home to a wide range of species. Visitors encounter beautiful reef fish, stingrays, and seabirds. Less common but still possible are sightings of sharks, manatees, and crocodiles.
Explore DestinationTurneffe Islands
Located 30 miles (48 km) east of Belize City are an expansive group of mangroves and tropical sandy island atolls where there is nothing more than a handful of private resorts and a very small population of resident fishermen. The waters surrounding the Turneffe Islands are home to the largest coral reef atoll in all of Belize and were set aside as a protected marine reserve in 2012.
Explore DestinationGlover's Reef Atoll
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Glover’s Reef Atoll consists of 5 tiny tranquil islands and an expansive coral reef that measures 18 miles (29 km) long by 6 miles (10 km) wide. It is the southernmost coral atoll in Belize, sitting approximately 28 miles (45 km) east of Dangriga and Hopkins on the mainland.
Explore DestinationTobacco Caye
A truly unique tropical experience, The island of Tobacco Caye is a place to come unplug, relax and be surrounded by the beaches and waters of Belize.
Explore DestinationLittle Frenchman Caye
Little Frenchman Caye is a small island a short distance south of Ambergris Caye and a quick boat ride from Belize City. It has been privately owned since 2007, and is currently the location of just one option for accommodation – the luxurious Royal Palm Island Resort. This resort gives vacationers the chance to experience their very own private island paradise.
Explore DestinationFeatured Belize Trips
Browse our handpicked selection of Belize itineraries, each crafted by local experts who know the country inside out. Whether you're after adventure, relaxation, or cultural immersion, we have a trip tailored for you.
Island Relaxation Vacation
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A Laid-Back Belize Vacation
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Jungle Wildlife Adventures
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Beaches to Mayan Ruins
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An Above & Beyond Birthday
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We Traveled All Over Belize
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An Unforgettable Belize Honeymoon
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Mother and Son's Belize Adventure
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We had an UnBelizable Time
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A Grand Family Anniversary Trip
Belize is beautiful and completely exceeded our expectations. This special 50th wedding anniversary celebration trip for the 10 of us went flawlessly, and we all couldn’t wait to come back!
Insider-led Belize Design & Concierge
Your insider team designs the trip around what you care about, then supports you in-country with private logistics, vetted partners, and concierge help when plans change.
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Insider-led Belize Design & Concierge
Your insider team designs the trip around what you care about, then supports you in-country with private logistics, vetted partners, and concierge help when plans change.
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