Caye Caulker

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Caye Caulker

Island · Belize

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Bohemian island for diving, snorkeling, wildlife, and relaxing  

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Our Readers' Favorite Islands in Mexico and Central and South America of 2025

"A laid-back Belizean island popular with backpackers and SCUBA enthusiasts, praised for its abundant nature activities and lively dining scene. Readers call it a treasure for seafood offerings—lobster, shrimp, conch, snapper, and ceviche feature heavily—and for its celebrated local rum. It’s part of the Caribbean stretch beloved for budget-friendly beach vacations and world-class snorkeling and diving along the nearby Mesoamerican Reef." - Hannah Walhout Hannah Walhout Hannah Walhout is a senior editor at Travel + Leisure, where she edits the Discoveries section of the print magazine and develops longer stories focusing on food, wine, and spirits. She has previously worked at Food & Wine and in the writing program at NYU Abu Dhabi. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

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9 Best Islands in the Caribbean to Retire

"Belize consists of a mainland area and about 450 islands, with Ambergris Caye and Caye Caulker being popular for retirement. Ambergris Caye is a hot tourist destination and one of the more expensive places to live in Belize. Caye Caulker is considered a laid-back, smaller version of Ambergris Caye. The government offers various programs for acquiring residency or retirement status. The official language is English, and the currency is both U.S. and Belizean dollars." - Pat Doherty

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How to Visit Belize’s Great Blue Hole

"Caye Caulker also has dive shops available for trips to the Great Blue Hole, such as Scuba Sensation and Frenchie's Diving. Prices for diving trips are similar to those in Ambergris Caye." - Travel + Leisure Editors

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Explore Mexico & Central & South America's Best Islands in 2021

"Second and third place were both seized by Belizean islands this year: Caye Caulker (No. 2) and Ambergris Caye (No. 3). The tropical havens, located on the second largest carrier reef in the world, are particularly beloved by the global diving community, but they offer a range of diversions. Of Caye Caulker, one reader said, 'We could dive right off the beach — so neat. Food and drinks were great and the people were so friendly!'" - Travel + Leisure Editors

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Arch S

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Stopped by Caye Caulker as part of island hopping and had a good time walking around. Got to have a relaxing breakfast before heading on to the next island.

April W

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Completely overrated. Huge tourist trap. You even have to pay to use every bathroom on the island. The island is probably much better if you are already staying on the island. But we paid to go to the island for the day. $88 USD for ferry and then $50 USD to rent a golf cart for the day. Only worth it for the tarpon feeding. That was pretty cool. We left after 4 hours on the island-unfortunately we didn’t even feel like hanging around another 3 hours to watch the stingray feeding. The food at The Split was not good and the drinks were just okay. Service was terrible. If I had realized that the island was so overrated, maybe I would have planned more to do from that island such as snorkeling. As it was, I just felt like it was a waste of time and money.

Alicia “alicia 318” O

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Caye Caulker was so awesome! We made this our first stop on our 14day trip to Belize. The only thing I would change is that it was our last stop. It was by far our favorite place between the mainland and San Pedro. We stayed in the Birdhouse (AirBNB). This is a very small island with no cars. Only some necessary trucks. Golf carts and bikes are the main mode of transportation. The first night and the last night we ate at the Pelican Sunset bar. Great place for viewing the sunset (get there early for the best seats). We did a sunset cruise with Pontiki cruises. Very enjoyable and only 6 people so not crowded, with free flowing rum punch. We also rented a kayak one afternoon from a place at the split that was fun. Our AirBNB host warned us about mosquitos as did the travel guides but we did not experience any trouble. We were there early March (so maybe it depends on the time of year?). What we loved most about this island is the laid back vibe, you can walk or bike anyway you want to go, and it is not overrun with tourist type hotels, most everything is locally run and owned. If you like adventure and are willing to sacrifice on the luxury side to experience island life then Caye Caulker is the place to visit.

Christie Mazzeo

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Not what we expected! Not much to do here but maybe that’s the point? Ice cold coconut water and BBQ lunch at Ester’s made it worth the choppy boat ride from Mahogany Bay. Otherwise not sure it’s worth it even for a partial day trip?

Dave FitzGerald

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Excellent place to relax. People are all very friendly. The weather is always good. There are lots of bars and restaurants. Easy to get around. There are no cars on the island so it is very safe to wander on foot. I would recommend a visit.

James Janaszek

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Caye Caulker Island North & South and BluZen is amazing. The moto is go slow and enjoy! Carlos Tours is the Best for snorkeling,etc. Tell him Jim sent you!

Michael Perkins

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This is a beautiful island off Belize. Very clean, friendly, and safe. Excellent restaurants, and lots of snorkeling, fishing etc.

Nathaniel Smith

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The best island experience. The main strip is so much fun. So many restaurants. Good beaches. Great vibes. A good place for a couple or family. Bella's hostel is suited for a wilder crowd. Sea N Sun is a perfect guest house for a quieter, comfortable time.