Dive deep into this complete San Pedro, Belize travel guide. You’ll learn how to get to San Pedro, where to stay, what to do, and so much more. Basically, we will teach you all of the in’s and out’s of this paradise so that you can make the most of your trip.

From swimming and snorkeling in the crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean Sea, to exploring the nearby lush jungles and ancient Mayan ruins, there is something for everyone. And with its friendly locals, delicious cuisine, and endless for fun and relaxation, San Pedro really is a must-visit destination for any traveler. So pack your bags and let us help you start planning your trip to this tropical paradise today!

Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE) is located 30 minutes outside of Belize City. This is where you will want to fly into for your vacation to San Pedro on Ambergris Caye.

Belize City is a cruise stop for some lines, so you may take an excursion to San Pedro, Belize while in port.

There are two options to get to San Pedro from the Belize City Airport. The more costly, but quicker, option is via a flight with Maya Air. With about 11 daily flights to San Pedro, and clocking in at about 15 minutes, they can have you in Ambergris Caye in no time.

The second and most popular option is via water taxi. You will take a taxi from the airport to the water taxi terminal (about $25 and 25 mins) and then get a ticket for the water taxi to San Pedro (about $27.50 round trip and 1 hr 15 mins).

Adventure awaits you in San Pedro, Belize! Checkout these exciting excursions from snorkeling in Shark Alley, to cave tubing and zip lining, to sailing the second largest barrier reef in the world on a beautiful yacht.

The second largest live barrier reef in the world runs along the coast of Belize and San Pedro is the perfect city to explore it from. The reef off San Pedro is protected as part of the Hol Chan Marine Reserve. This area is spectacular for snorkeling, sailing, and just enjoying the vibrant ocean life in the area.

Explore the mangroves of Bonita Isla in search of crocodiles. Join ACES, the local crocodile sanctuary, as they conduct their nightly research finding and documenting the local crocs. Hear the lagoon come to life each night, and learn about their conservation efforts up close.

Also referred to as Belize’s worst kept secret, the Secret Beach is still a fun excursion just north of San Pedro. You’ll want to rent a golf cart for the day to make the 5+ mile journey, and don’t forget your swimsuit. Lined with fun bars (Secret Paradise is my personal favorite), water sport rentals, and crystal clear water, you’ll want to plan to spend a full day here.

I usually don’t include restaurants in this section, but Iguana Juan’s is more of an experience. Yes, they have amazing food and drinks at great prices. But I love the second floor rooftop view you get, and they have great live music. Also come for their special karaoke nights, comedy nights, tamale making classes, and other fun activities they come up with. I’m just bummed I found them on my last night on the island.

Located behind House of Culture on Back St, you will find this small marketplace. It is a great spot to get your souvenirs and browse the local art. Each cabana is packed full to the brim with art, jewelry, and other locally made pieces.

San Pedro is the main city on Belize’s largest island, the Ambergris Caye. However, the island and city itself is still pretty small and the city is very walkable. So staying anywhere in the city is ideal. Although, it is an added bonus is if  your stay is near the San Pedro Express boat stop, this way you don’t need to hire a driver. But once you start heading north towards the Secret Beach, you will want to make sure you rent a golf cart to help get you around during your trip.

Staying on the western shoreline, you will get sandy beaches, beautiful waves and ocean views. But the drawback in if you are visiting in the warmer Spring and Summer months, the smelly sargassum plants wash ashore along the beach.

Staying on the eastern shoreline of San Pedro, you will have views of the lagoon. I found the western shoreline to be more beautiful, but the eastern side is nice as well. Plus, you don’t need to deal with the sight or smell of the sargassum.

Winter and Spring are Belize’s dry season, and a great time to visit San Pedro. This is also the peak tourist season, so be sure to book in advance if you want to secure a trip with the ideal weather.

You will want to avoid April and May, as they are the most humid months and temperatures often reach 100+ degrees. From June through November you will need to plan on some rainfall and strong winds, but can still be worth a visit.

San Pedro is very walkable, with most of the attractions within a mile of the water taxi terminal that you will arrive at. To get the most out of the entire caye, you will want to consider renting a golf cart for a day or two to explore the northern parts (Secret Beach and the Truck Stop), as well as the southern end (Mahogany Bay resort has a great cafe called Rum+Bean to stop at while exploring).

Taxi and car rentals are really unnecessary and not as convenient as a golf cart. Golf carts can be rented at rental shops, or you can get discounts (and less paperwork) by renting directly from locals. A nearby liquor store had a sign in the window to rent their personal golf cart for the day and we saved a lot of money renting through them.

A majority of countries do not need to a travel visa to visit Belize. The United States, Canada, Australian and EU citizens do not need a visa for entry. To check if you need a Visa to travel to Belize, checkout iVisa.