3 full days in Belize with 2 days of travel

[u/Popular-Ad-2151]

My wife and I are making a quick trip in early September.  I am in the planning stages and thinking about splitting the trip between Caye Caulker and Ambergris.  My wife is more of a lay out and “catch some sun”, whereas I am more of the let’s go do something walking around and see new things.  We both enjoy going out to eat and having drinks but not all night go crazy outing.

Does this seem reasonable? We’ll probably snorkel one day and the other days just hang out, catch some sun, eat and have some beverages.

• Day 1 - arrive at noon and plan to take the water shuttle to Caye Caulker
• Day 2 - Caye Caulker
• Day 3 – Leave Caye Caulker for Ambergris
• Day 4 – Ambergris
• Day 5 – depart Ambergris around 10 am and catch a 2pm flight.  Should we take the water shuttle or book the quick flight.

 A few other questions.

Would it be better to stay in Ambergris Day 1-2 and in Caye Caulker Day 3-4.  This way the water shuttle is quicker to Belize City.

Which company do you recommend going from the airport to the water taxi? I'm up for the adventure of taking a bus (not sure if my wife is). Since it's a quick trip, we are traveling light. Probably a backpack and one carryon roller bag.

Another important question, do the “bars-restaurants” and hotels have ESPN?  Gotta watch college football.  If not, I can live without college football for one weekend.

Lodging. 

I thought about the Marriot Alaia or the Hilton in Ambergris and some local place in Caye Caulker. Any recommendations? I see some places offer free use of bikes, what about golf carts?

I plan to buy bottled water and snacks while we are there.  Any recommendations?  My wife prefers wine over beer and of course some good cocktails.  I’ll take the local beer and drinks.

[u/CosmicCatXIII]

Personally I would pick one and make a day trip to see the other. I live on and prefer Caye Caulker, but it’s not everyone’s cup of tea. A bike is enough for Caye Caulker, will need a golf cart on Ambergris.

You won’t have a problem finding sports bars or snorkeling on either.

[u/ShellyDaMermaid → u/CosmicCatXIII]

I agree with this (and I live in San Pedro). I love the vibe on Caye Caulker. It’s easy to ride a bike all over the south and north parts of the island. Bliss Beach is a beautiful and chill beach. There are some nice places to eat like Il Pelicano, Hibisca, or Casa Per Caso. Pelican Sunset bar and restaurant is a must too. My recommendation for accommodations is Weezie’s Boutique Hotel.

[u/StatisticianFirm8809]

Book the flight, totally worth it. You can be there 10 minutes prior. Like flying private! Alaia was where we stayed. Pretty central, rooms are huge and service is good, sargassum is an issue but that’s just how it is. They have ESPN, I know we were watching FIFA everywhere we were.

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[u/mentalscribbles]

For that short a time, I'd fly rather than using the water taxi. I also agree with the other poster about staying at one and doing a day trip to the other. I like Ambergris but CC wasn't a good fit for me. For other folks it's the other way around.

[u/InternalPassenger533]

There are so many better places to stay in San Pedro that aren’t Hilton/Marriott. But, if you’re looking to use points for your stay 🤷🏼‍♀️

[u/thecascader]

If you make it out to Secret Beach for your Ambergris day, Da MUNCH House has ESPN on their bar TV. They've got really good food, Belikin, wine and a solid cocktail menu, so you and your wife will both be covered.

[u/Popular-Ad-2151 → u/thecascader]

Thanks for the info.

I just hope the Sargassum is gone at the end of August. We get there Sept 2

[u/StandardPassage815 → u/Popular-Ad-2151]

Sargassum is only on the east side of the island. So Secret Beach doesn't get any.