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Reef-on-your-doorstep diving with fast access to Belize's legendary atolls
Updated Oct 30, 2025 • 22 sources
Use this travel brief to set arrival flow, local transit, and gear movement before you lock your itinerary.
Fly into Philip S. W. Goldson International (BZE), then take a 15 km-equivalent domestic flight to San Pedro (SPR) with Tropic Air or Maya Island Air, or transfer by taxi to the water-taxi terminal for a 75 km-90 km ferry. Morning and early afternoon offer the most departure choices. Keep one buffer day if planning atoll trips.
Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport
BZE • MZBZ
60 km • 15-20 minutesute domestic flight to SPR or 25 km taxi to water taxi
Belize's primary international gateway with expanding schedules. Nonstops from major U.S. hubs plus regional links. New service from FLL begins Nov 2025.
Transport: Domestic flights to SPR, Licensed taxis to water taxi, Pre-arranged hotel transfers
San Pedro Airport
SPR • MZSP
1 km • 5-10 minutesute golf cart ride anywhere in town
Short-hop airstrip in town served by Tropic Air and Maya Island Air from BZE and Belize City Municipal.
Transport: Hotel pickups, Golf cart rentals, Taxis
San Pedro moves by golf cart, bicycle, and taxis. Many rentals include the north-bridge pass sticker. There is no rideshare service. Roads north and south of town are paved in sections with speed humps; drive slowly at night.
Most visitors receive 30 days on arrival. Passport must be valid at least for the stay and you should carry a return ticket and funds. U.S. citizens do not require a visa for stays of 30 days or less. Departure taxes for air travel are typically included in your ticket.
Belize Dollar (BZD)
Pegged at BZ$2 = USD $1. USD is widely accepted with change often in BZD. Bring small bills for tips and fees.
ATMs cluster in San Pedro Town near banks and supermarkets. Per-transaction limits vary; expect roughly BZ$500-BZ$1000 per withdrawal.
110V & 220V • 60Hz • A, B, G
Most hotels and rentals provide US-style sockets. Some properties use 220V in select outlets; carry dual-voltage chargers.
Communications
Local carriers Digi and Smart cover Ambergris with 4G/LTE. Digi offers eSIM at shops and online. International eSIM apps also work. Wi-Fi is common in hotels and cafes. WhatsApp is the default for operators and taxis.
Language
English is the official language. Spanish and Belizean Kriol are widely spoken in San Pedro.
Insurance
Comprehensive travel and dive insurance is strongly advised. Verify emergency evacuation coverage to Belize City and chamber treatment benefits.
Packing list
Trip Planning
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