The ULTIMATE Belize Travel Guide - What to See and Where to Go

Planning a trip to Belize? Here are some travel tips on where to go, what do see and do, and how long to stay when visiting Belize. In this beginner's travel guide to Belize, we advise visiting the islands of Caye Caulker and Ambergris Caye (San Pedro), and San Ignacio in the Cayo District.
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[@pottered_popo9455]

My Uncle Mike went to belize, he loved it so much he moved there permanently

[@MariatouJammeh-m4u]

My friends said Belize is a dangerous country, people move with guns free is this true

[@StonerSquirrel]

So did uncle Hank! Jack Welker brought him the tickets as a gift.

[@aaravgulati2]

Vince Gilligan is a genius

[@harbinger_9152]

I’m working towards being your uncle. …that came out wrong

[@WendelDaniel-lq7hp]

​@@StonerSquirrelAnd like six months later Jack bought tickets to himself, his nephew and crew to make Hank company, What. A. Guy

[@firepeaman2440]

My friend Howard moved here from Albuquerque. I haven't seen him in a while. Hope he's having fun here.

[@texaschick6153]

I have lived in Belize for years. I totally agree with everything you’re saying. We also love Florez. The longest I’ve stayed there is two weeks and it is definitely worth the trip. Tikal is also a trip worth taking.

[@veronicalarios606]

I plan on visiting Belize in February but are flying into Chetumal and was going to rent a car to drive into Belize. Any recommendations on that drive as we are on a short trip, land Friday morning and leaving possibly tuseday morning

[@MrCoolangel9927]

Such a great video! I appreciate how comprehensive it is

[@bighand1530]

Same

[@emptynest2travel]

Great tips. Thinking about traveling to Belize, but didn't know much about it.

[@indeshawadenaw297]

Excellent overview of Belize. Thanks for sharing

[@jessicabevan-jones6372]

Great advice! Belize has been a destination on my bucket list for some time now, and your video has provided inspiration, thank you!

[@mrshaikh8836]

First visit on your channel, Thank you very much for sharing and highly appreciate for making in detailed video about Belize. Good job done.

[@gunnarschuettler]

Thx for the really inforative overview of Belize. Helped us to decide our route for the next days in Belize :)

[@gabenisbet8706]

Corozal is also a good spot, less touristy, there's less populated ruins, the free zone is only 20 minutes away which has a couple casinos, although I'm still unsure I'd the free zone is a part of belize. We had to cross a border and get passports stamped, but we weren't in mexico

[@houseofintent]

Awesome video! I wish I went to the Mayan Ruins while I was there.

[@msmargiek48]

Is there buses from Flores to TikaL and buses back to Balize? Do you have to have a guide? Thank you very good video we are going in May this year.

[@mayangoddess9949]

I'm desperately searching for my uncle also, because I cannot ever imagine living without him...by my side ...24/7.

[@divanikki75]

This was very helpful. Thank you!

[@Alvin_el_gamer]

I'm Belizean 😎

[@rosedasilva3343]

Great video… I’m going in 3 weeks.. this help a lot… thank u❤

[@bighand1530]

How did it go?

[@kerry2634]

Thank you for the great video.

[@monicagrabham9059]

Awesome and informative. Thank. A trip into Guatemala would be so interesting but I thought that there is a travel advisory against going there ? (Canada)

[@jmev.4732]

Great video . I'm planning a trip next April and I'm so excited. Thank you for the insights and suggestions!

[@Hashassin95]

I spent 6 months in Belize in the British Army in the 80s an I absolutely loved it 👍🇬🇧 2:17

[@charlo8664]

What does the British Army do in Belize? Jungle training? Curious. I am retired military. While in Belize City I saw a military truck go by with British Soldiers.

[@charlo8664]

@@Hashassin95 Doing what in Belize?

[@missybeans1]

Very lovely helpful video! Thank you.❤

[@PaBl0T1n]

Quick correction for those interested in location hopping: you can't fly into San Ignacio anymore, so shuttle/driving is your only option now.

[@GeminiDiscover]

Whaaat?? That’s news to us.

[@vegandogs]

Oh bummer

[@drewtimmer]

Very informative and helpful! How difficult is it to cross from Belize to Guatemala? Could you do it by car? Do you recommend a Tikal tour? Or can you visit on your own? Thank you!

[@GeminiDiscover]

Not difficult. We were dropped off at the border and took another shuttle bus there. The Tikal tour annoyed us and we left the group. I'm not sure how doing it alone works. You'd still need the ride

[@hirosuke75846]

Amazing video, very informative!

[@MontyMars]

Thanks so much! Just the info I was looking for.

[@turbex7963]

Great video, really helped thanks so much :)

[@jblaze600]

Great information, thanks

[@dculturefactory]

This was very helpful thank you

[@filippopavarini9388]

Hi Gemini Discover, beautiful video. I’m planning a trip to Guatemala and Belize this AUGUST: do you highly recommend not to travel in there in this period, or there’s just more probability to have rain, humidity and nothing more? Thanks!!

[@GeminiDiscover]

You’ll have to check the forecast, but we personally find winter to be the best in terms of weather.

[@surimaribo24]

THANK YOU FOR THE AMAZING INFO .

[@HealthStudio23]

Excellent presentation ❤

[@reesef6030]

Do you recommend setting up tours via the hotel or with the local options oitside what the resorts offer? And should one have a mix of both Belizean and U.S. dollars?

[@andifuss8141]

Your video is very helpful! Where did you stay along the way? Or did you have a few "home bases" that you would return daily?

[@BuildingmyBelize]

Grreat video, thanks

[@evelina2868]

Whats it like going from belize into guatemala? Do they let you go in as long as you have your passport? Are the rental cars from belize allowed in?

[@GeminiDiscover]

Entry was easy and instant. We haven't tried with a car

[@jamesjirik2245]

Excellent video it was the first one we’re actually took me for a tour a guided tour so thank you As a voice coach, I noticed that when I turn the volume down, I can hear you better it could be my phone but often it’s the tone of the person I recommend hire pitch tone for you, because I feel like it blends well with the trouble where is when you finish your word with a long drawn out base vibration of the throat muscle it can be a little unnerving with too much base. I think you’re very good highs with the treble so I say, definitely play to your strengths

[@GeminiDiscover]

Thanks for the audio feedback. I honestly know nothing about voice coaching, but now I’m very curious. If you have resources for a complete beginner, feel free to share them.

[@evacousticmusic]

@@GeminiDiscoverfirst, the video is great! I do want to mention that you had a strange vocal fry at the end of your sentences that did make it a little difficult to understand when listening on my phone.

[@Ann-MD]

Really nice video. Thanks for sharing

[@Aaron_Haymes]

Great informative video! Thank you. What are your thoughts on 10 days in Belize early August? Does this sound like a good time to go and enough time to see everything?

[@GeminiDiscover]

That is not a good time. Very hot and humid. Hurricane danger

[@OldguyinBelize]

aww bummer. i watch your channel and live in Placencia Belize. but,,, you did not stop and say hi (frowny face)

[@GeminiDiscover]

Didn’t hit Placencia on this trip, but we have in the past and absolutely love it there.

[@susanvallance9111]

Great, Great video!!

[@ewoe21]

Great job. Thank you.

[@almazavala3934]

Whoa , Belize looks beautiful ❤

[@bradleyspaintingllc.7177]

DONT GO.... LOTS OF JIGS

[@alrozanski8352]

Great Pl., Susie, I was there about 10 years ago when I was scuba diving. Excellent video. Nice job.

[@GeminiDiscover]

Glad you enjoyed it! Such a cool place to scuba dive.

[@dhobby7771]

Thxs. Great info, new Sub. Greetings from lovely Cancun. 😎

[@GeminiDiscover]

We love Cancun (and Mexico as a whole). Thanks for watching 🙏

[@cristiansoutside]

This video is amazing thank you

[@chrissholes5471]

Should I rent a car and spend day’s around San Ignacio/Tikal?

[@GeminiDiscover]

If you haven't been before, yes!

[@deepikapillai88]

What are your thoughts on a 3 day trip to Belize from Tulum, Mexico in late July?

[@thecyberseer]

Belize is so great for adventure tourism

[@GeminiDiscover]

It really is. We’ve had some of our most memorable adventures there.

[@ronnieredneck9162]

Question...does belize actually seem more friendly than Mexico, Puerto Rico or other more tropical places ? Everyone says these places are friendly and i don't find that actually to be true, thanks.

[@AlexVause69]

Amazing places!❤

[@Sullivani54]

Does your recommendations change for families with kids 9-14?

[@GeminiDiscover]

Not necessarily, but you have to make sure you understand the risks of traveling there like crime, violence, tropical diseases and critters

[@Neszele-rt9vg]

Awesome very informative!

[@metarus208]

this was very helpful

[@costtv]

Hi Gemini Im Taking My Family To Belize In August… What Would You Recommend San Pedro Or Caye Caulker ?

[@GeminiDiscover]

They are quite different. We enjoyed caye caulker a lot more. It's tiny and quiet. San Pedro is really busy but there is more...

[@costtv]

@@GeminiDiscover Thank you for such a quick response…

[@costtv]

@@GeminiDiscover Ok Thank You Gemini

[@IjeneYourTravelBae]

If you cross over into Guatemala to go to Tikal do you need your passport? I mean I’m sure you do but I’m asking just in case?

[@GeminiDiscover]

Yes you need a passport every time you cross these borders

[@trinakeith8904]

How did you travel to and from when you went to Guatemala?

[@GeminiDiscover]

Shuttle bus

[@roxana.ostorga]

Es bello ver la grandeza de la naturaleza sin ser ostentosa en desarrollo urbano.mas al natural

[@Rita-vq8ez]

How about beaches ??? Can I swim ?

[@GeminiDiscover]

If you head to Placencia or any of the Cayes (Caye Caulker, San Pedro), yes. Not much swimming inland.

[@octaviajonesmedina5730]

How about the fishing ?

[@GeminiDiscover]

We hear it's amazing but we haven't done it

[@juanrodriguez-k2v]

how can i connect with you would like to plan my anniversary next year in Belize?

[@GeminiDiscover]

We're not in that business anymore

[@roxana.ostorga]

Interesante conocer sobre belice

[@velik374]

is it true that you pay exit tax when you leave belize?

[@Goodygotit79]

Most excursions was $250. And up per person.

[@itjustme2023]

Is Belize a no in July?

[@GeminiDiscover]

It's very very bad weather

[@pauloszetarinielli69508]

Official language is English😂😂 didn't know!! Thank you. Very beautoful and informative🎉🎉

[@GeminiDiscover]

You're welcome 😊

[@Neonravekid]

6 months? I thought they allowed 3 months from the time of your stay...

[@eloisasanchez8388]

I’m going this weekend for 5 days staying in Ambergris Caye but should I stay there all 5 days or do two days in Belize City??

[@GeminiDiscover]

It depends on what activities you want to do. Personally, we would do a few days on Ambergris Caye and 2 days in San Ignacio.

[@eloisasanchez8388]

@@GeminiDiscover Thank you! That’s what I was thinking, getting an Airbnb in San Ignacio. I want to do the caves, Mayan ruins, zip lining, etc. probably not everything but whatever is most cost efficient

[@elkelesso]

would be good to update your commentary. Since a few years it is no longer mandatory/necessary to drive with an escort to Caracol.

[@GeminiDiscover]

It is impossible to update a KZbin video unfortunately

[@WarnerTours-o4f]

Elvera Curve

[@ChristianaBurton-c5n]

9508 Brown Tunnel

[@RhondaLeichtenberge-d6e]

Garret Common

[@MelonieParker-s7u]

Schamberger Walk

[@اسامةشداد-ظ2ه]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@WordsworthFrederic]

469 Stoltenberg Roads

[@WinifredSam-l4j]

516 Watsica Dale

[@smallscreentv1204]

swimming with the sharks..... 😬

[@GeminiDiscover]

Can't lie, it's kinda scary!

[@MikeWilliam-i4u]

776 Edythe Throughway

[@SamsonRoy-s5k]

936 Veum Corners

[@rohnwest4497]

Violent crime?? Especially around the ruins?? Google search freaked me out

[@GeminiDiscover]

There is and crime in Belize

[@ويربجاش]

🌹🌹🌹

[@misterlove6000]

🇧🇿

[@mdjahiruddin4205]

I am a bangladeshi, i have valid visa for Bahamas and Belize. I would like to come belize after my Bahamas tour. Do you think it will be difficult for me to face belize passport control. Please give me the guideline for it. Thanks in Advance.

[@يوسف-ف4ل]

لايك وتعليق مزور

[@rfksemperfi]

Came here for beautiful photos, instead found terrible filters

[@SurreyMegan]

64967 Myrtice Loaf

[@PaulHedy]

89833 Beatty Coves

[@WinifredBroderick-f2i]

Fahey Harbors

[@Johnnystiletto-ri8ht]

Lived in belize... its very violant... most everyone i met were selling out... the goverment will take your property... most boaters avoid it now... they tryed to take my boat too...

[@GeminiDiscover]

Yes living is a lot different than spending a week

[@akherashepsutera2013]

​@GeminiDiscover I plan on moving there next year, so I've been watching videos for months, researching, and this was one of the most informative. Can you offer advice on safest and most comfortable places to live that are not on ambergris caye?

[@Johnnystiletto-ri8ht]

@@akherashepsutera2013 it has been awhile but the crack problem is a big problem there... every where i met trouble there...

[@akherashepsutera2013]

@@Johnnystiletto-ri8ht that is really sad to hear. I hope you wont take it the wrong way when I say I need to get more information. I cant imagine that there's not one single decent area to live there. Can you point me to resources where I can learn more about about you're saying?

[@Johnnystiletto-ri8ht]

@@akherashepsutera2013 you may have a different experince... when i was there most people were trying to sell out... met a 2 different guys 1 was stabbed and left for dead the other shot... good luck...

[@miguelbran1854]

Belize belongs to Guatemala

[@user-lc9dz7kg5x]

girl! 7 days??? I stayed there for years and have not seen everything! Plus i did spend almost nothing. Stop spreading it is expensive and live local style. Then you really learn this beautiful country.

[@GeminiDiscover]

This is aimed at first time foreign visitors who only have a week to see the sights.

[@el.capo728]

You could say that about literally every single country in the world… fact is most people do not stay for long term in Belize.

[@speedybgood]

Conch=Conk. It's pronounced conk.

[@GeminiDiscover]

Didn't know that, thanks for the tip!

[@viceieva]

Nice video ❤❤

[@GeminiDiscover]

Many many thanks 🙏