Belize

Belize
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Traveling to Belize? Land Connected.

Land at Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport with data already working, so you can confirm your transfer, find your hotel, and plan water-taxi and domestic-flight connections without hunting for a SIM shop. Your eSIM keeps maps and messaging online on the mainland and in coastal towns, from Belize City to Placencia. It is a practical companion for a trip that mixes reef, ruins, and rainforest.

Choose the Plan That Fits Your Trip

  • Pick a small plan for a short beach stay, with enough data for maps, messaging, and transfer bookings.
  • Choose a mid-size plan for a week combining reef and mainland sights, when you will use navigation and photo sharing every day.
  • Choose a larger plan for a longer trip or for working from Belize, with video calls and regular uploads.
  • Top up if your trip extends, rather than relying on hotel Wi-Fi alone.
  • Activate before departure so your phone connects as soon as you land in Belize.

Travel Highlights

  • The Great Blue Hole: a large circular sinkhole off Lighthouse Reef, famous for diving and aerial views.
  • Xunantunich: a Maya site near San Ignacio with a tall main temple, plazas, and views across the Mopan River valley.
  • Caye Caulker: a laid-back island with no cars on most streets, where visitors get around by bike or golf cart.
  • Actun Tunichil Muknal Cave: a guided cave tour near San Ignacio that includes river crossings and ancient Maya artifacts.
  • Placencia: a relaxed beach village on a long peninsula, popular for swimming, fishing trips, and sunset walks.

Getting Around

  • From Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport to Belize City, use an official airport taxi at a fixed rate or a pre-booked shuttle.
  • Between towns, buses are the main public transport, while domestic flights and water taxis connect Belize City with the cayes and coastal towns.
  • No, Uber and Lyft do not operate in Belize; use licensed taxis and pre-booked shuttles, and in Belize City and parts of Cayo, the local MiDriva app where available.
  • Driving note: Belize drives on the right, roads outside main routes can be rough, and night driving in rural areas is best avoided.

Safety and Practical Tips

Agree on taxi fares before starting a ride when the fare is not app-set, and use licensed taxis or pre-booked shuttles for airport and evening travel. Keep valuables secure at beaches and busy ferry terminals, and download offline maps for rural areas where signal can be weak.

On the reef, use sun protection and follow boat and snorkeling guides, and in the jungle, use a licensed guide for cave and remote-site tours. Drink bottled or treated water if you are unsure about a local supply, and start longer journeys early in the day.

Entry and Visa

Citizens of the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and most European Union countries can enter Belize without a visa for tourism for up to 30 days, with a valid passport, a return or onward ticket, and proof of sufficient funds. All travelers should also complete Belize's online immigration and customs declaration before arrival and check current requirements with the Belize Immigration Department.

Official information: Belize Immigration Department.

Weather and Climate

  • Belize has a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, a drier season, and a wetter green season.
  • The drier months from late November through May are generally the most popular time to visit, with more sunshine for reef and outdoor trips.
  • The wet season runs roughly from June to November, with afternoon showers, high humidity, and a higher chance of tropical storms.
  • Pack light clothes, swimwear, sun protection, insect repellent, and a rain jacket for green-season travel.

Money and Payments

  • The currency is the Belize dollar (BZD), pegged at 2 BZD to 1 US dollar, and US dollars are widely accepted.
  • Cards are accepted at many hotels, tour operators, and larger restaurants, but taxis, small vendors, and rural stops are usually cash-only.
  • ATMs are available in Belize City and larger towns, so carry small US or Belize dollar notes for taxis, water taxis, and market purchases.
  • Tipping: check whether a service charge is already included, and otherwise a tip for good service at restaurants and for tour guides is common.