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Belize Transportation Guide & Booking Service

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Belize Transportation Guide & Booking Service

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Belize is a small country, but you'll still need to use various forms of transportation to get around. A number of options exist, including shared shuttles, private transfers, domestic flights, boats, and public buses. When considering what transportation to choose, it's important to think about what destinations you want to visit and how close they are to one another. Oftentimes it's possible to combine several modes of transportation during your trip. While planning, keep in mind your timeframe, budget, and travel route. And as always, don't hesitate to ask us if you want some help.

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What Destinations in Belize Offer Domestic Flights?

In Belize, the domestic flight industry runs a bit like buses might in larger countries. You'll find flights between most destinations. The dozen airports/strips in Belize typically run flights at the same times each day, and prices rarely go up.All international flights land at Phillip Goldson International Airport (BZE), just outside Belize City. The two domestic airlines, Maya Island Air and Tropic Air, also have hubs there. Furthermore, 12 miles from here and even closer to Belize City is Belize Municipal Airstrip (TZA), the major hub connecting domestic flights.

Domestic flights are also offered on most of the islands in Belize, including Ambergris Caye, Caye Caulker, and Caye Chapel.

Most of Belize's major cities have small airports, including Placencia Village, Dangriga, Corozal, Orange Walk, Cayo, and Punta Gorda. Besides the airport in Punta Gorda, there is another airport in the Toledo District called the Independence Airport (also known as the Savannah or Mango Creek Airport).

What Are The Roads Like in Belize?

Roads in Belize are usually not very well maintained. Don’t be surprised if your ride gets a little bit bumpy. In addition to the potholes and cracks in the pavement, speed bumps are the most common form of speed limit enforcement.Other drivers are by far the biggest hazard on Belize’s roads. Drive defensively and be prepared for other cars to make sudden moves.

What Are the Driving Times Between destinations in Belize?

When driving in Belize, remember that roads here are not in the prime condition of roads in first world countries – coastal roads or highways are unpaved – and thus, driving may take longer than the distance would normally indicate.The following lists general travel times between Belize City/the International Airport and popular destinations: Belmopan (1.5 hrs.); Placencia (3.5 hrs.); San Ignacio (1 hr. 45 minutes); Punta Gorda (4.5 hrs.); Corozal (2 hrs.); Orange Walk (1.5 hrs.); Dangriga (2.5 hrs.); Hopkins (3 hrs.); Hattieville (1 hr.); and Amatique Bay, Guatemala(6.5 hrs.).

The following lists general travel times between Belmopan and popular destinations: Belize City (1.5 hrs.); Placencia (2.5 hrs.); San Ignacio (1 hrs.); Punta Gorda (3 hrs, 20 minutes); Corozal (2 hrs, 45 minutes); Orange Walk (2 hrs, 10 minutes); Dangriga (1.5 hrs.); Hopkins (1 hr, 45 minutes); Hattieville (1 hr, 15 minutes); and Amatique Bay (5.5 hrs.).

The following lists general travel times between Placencia and popular destinations: Belize City (3.5 hrs.); Belmopan (2.5 hrs.); San Ignacio (3 hrs.); Punta Gorda (2 hrs, 45 minutes); Corozal (5 hrs.); Orange Walk (4 hrs, 20 minutes); Dangriga (1 hr, 45 minutes); Hopkins (1.5 hrs.); Hattieville (3 hrs, 10 minutes); and Amatique Bay (6 hrs, 45 minutes).

The following lists general travel times between San Ignacio and popular destinations: Belize City (3.5 hrs.); Belmopan (2.5 hrs.); Placencia (3 hrs.); Punta Gorda (2 hrs, 45 minutes); Corozal (5 hrs.); Orange Walk (4 hrs, 20 minutes); Dangriga (1 hr, 45 minutes); Hopkins (1.5 hrs.); Hattieville (3 hrs, 10 minutes); and Amatique Bay (6 hrs, 45 minutes).

The following lists general travel times between Punta Gorda and popular destinations: Belize City (2 hrs.); Belmopan (2 hrs, 45 minutes); Placencia (5 hrs.); San Ignacio (3 hrs); Corozal (5 hrs, 45 minutes); Orange Walk (6 hrs.); Dangriga (2.5 hrs.); Hopkins (2 hrs, 10 minutes); Hattieville (4 hrs.); and Amatique Bay (4 hrs, 45 minutes).

The following lists general travel times between Corozal and popular destinations: Belize City (4 hrs, 20 minutes); Belmopan (3 hrs, 15 minutes); Placencia (2 hrs, 45 minutes); San Ignacio (4 hrs); Punta Gorda (5 hrs, 35 minutes); Orange Walk (45 minutes); Dangriga (3 hrs, 45 minutes); Hopkins (4 hrs.); Hattieville (2 hrs.); and Amatique Bay (8 hrs).

Can I Take Public Buses Around Belize?

There are some drawbacks to taking buses in Belize. Belize does not have a significant budget to spend on its public transportation system, and the buses are not always in good condition. But buses are still one of the best ways to travel between towns, as they allow you to enjoy the scenery along the route.

Is Belize Bike Friendly?

City drivers in Belize do not follow the same rules as they do in North America. It is inadvisable to bike in the city, as many drivers drive without much regard to traffic laws. On the cayes (Belize’s northern islands) biking is a common way to get around, and bikes share the road with go-carts more often than cars.

Belize Shuttle Service & Booking
Belize Shuttle Service & Booking

Shared shuttles are a comfortable, convenient, and economical way to travel around Belize.

These shuttles typically use minibuses that can hold 8 to 16 people. The shuttles provide door-to-door service, picking you up from a hotel in your original destination and dropping you off at a hotel in your final destination. If you're staying somewhere outside the main part of town, however, you may have to take a taxi to your hotel; this can be arranged beforehand.

Belize Private Ground Transportation
Belize Private Ground Transportation

If you want the flexibility to determine your travel route and timeline, private transport shuttles are your best bet.

These shuttles will transport you to all mainland destinations in Belize, and do it on your schedule.

Domestic Flights in Belize
Domestic Flights in Belize

Belize is well connected by domestic flights, and these can be a quick and convenient way to get around the country.

Domestic flights allow you to comfortably travel from one destination to another, as well as see a good bit of scenery along the way. These small airplanes often fly low, and passengers will enjoy awesome views of the coast, jungle, and Belize Barrier Reef during a flight.

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