Document checklist for Belize

Proof of an onward or return ticket,

Passport valid for the length of your stay,

Sufficient funds to cover the cost of the length of stay.

Essential Belize travel information

Currency – Belize uses the dollar (BZ$) as its national currency. The dollar $ or the symbol BZ$ are typically used to abbreviate it.

Daily budget for one person – On average, you should budget BZ$169 ($84) daily for your Belizean holiday.

Languages – Most of the people of Belize speak Creole patois in addition to English, and many are bilingual.

Socket type – The same 110-volt, 60-cycle electricity is used in Belize as in the U.S. The power outlets come in types A, B, and G.

Time zone – (GMT -6)

Top 3 cities to visit – Ambergris Caye, San Ignacio, Punta Gorda.

Top 3 landmarks/monuments – Lamanai Archaeological Reserve, Altun Ha, The Belize Sign Monument

Visa information for Belize

Belize, which is located on Central America’s northeastern coast, is a fascinating and undeveloped country. With a Belize visa, tourists from many other nations travel to this stunning location for various reasons. Indian citizens with valid passports may be granted a Belize visa if they are eager and curious travelers.

Typical costs and budget for Belize

Daily spending per person – Around BZ$169 ($84) per day

Meals – The average price of food per day is about $25.

Transport – Public transportation costs about $3.15.

Hotel – A single room may cost $31 per night.

Travel options in Belize and the finest modes of transportation

In Belize, buses are the most affordable and effective mode of transportation because they connect almost all communities, and the longest journey only costs Bz$25. Express buses that travel quickly and comfortably between the significant towns make just terminal stops.

Green license plates on all taxis in Belize allow you to identify them. They work out of specific ranks in the middle of every town on the continent. Since there are no meters, decide on your fare in advance; a fixed rate of BZ$8 to $10 should be used in towns. Taxi fares between cities can also be negotiated.

The most remote sites and communities of Belize may be reached by bicycle. More and more people are renting bikes for Bz$ 15–25 per day, notably in San Ignacio and Placencia. It is crucial to stay highly vigilant during the day and to avoid cycling at night since cycling along significant highways is unusual. Vehicles will not be looking out for cyclists.

If you want to see the Cayes, you must take a boat. It will probably be a quick skiff, which is usually partially covered but occasionally leaves you exposed to the weather. For domestic routes, tickets (about Bz$25–45) cannot be purchased in advance. Thus it is advisable to arrive 30 minutes before departure, even if space is typically available.

Safety in Belize

In general, travelers have relatively little danger when visiting Belize. However, there are several things you must understand before starting your voyage. Whatever your location, the most critical safety advice anybody can give you is always to be aware of your surroundings. Travel safely!

Weather in Belize

The dry season lasts from January to May and is the ideal time to visit Belize. Although the country generally experiences mild weather, the weather you experience will vary by location. Expect clear, bright days on the Cayes and in the Cayo District.

Must do and see in Belize

Great Blue Hole: If you dive into this deep blue hole, you’ll see massive, old stalactites and coral fringe. The Great Blue Hole, one of the world’s most renowned dive destinations, was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996, together with six other regions surrounding Belize’s barrier reef. This blue channel, which has underwater tunnels and passageways, caverns, and rock formations, was probably formed 10,000 years ago when a cave roof caved in.

Hol Chan Marine Reserve: The oldest reserve in Belize is Hol Chan Marine Reserve, which faces Ambergris Caye’s southernmost point. “Little Channel” alludes to a break in Belize’s massive barrier reef packed with coral. This 3-square-mile area of heavily inhabited water is home to stingrays, eels, and sharks, among other animals.

Ambergris Caye: This 25-mile-long island off the coast of northern Belize attracts divers and snorkelers with its abundance of outdoor sports. The Mayans first populated the island as part of a vast trading network from modern-day Mexico to Honduras. Numerous travelers flock to Ambergris Caye nowadays for convenient access to the barrier reef that encircles the island.

Typical Belize food to try

Rice and Beans: The most plentiful meal in the nation, rice, and beans may be Belize’s national cuisine. Although every family prepares food differently, all meals begin with the fundamentals of rice and Red Kidney beans with coconut milk.

Fry Jacks: Belize’s fluffy fry jacks are renowned for making your stomach grin! An iconic dish in Belizean cuisine is Fry jacks. They are triangles or circles-shaped pieces of deep-fried flour dough offered as morning food.

Tamales: Another typical food is maize dough stuffed with seasoned pork before being steamed or cooked in leaves of plantains or bananas.

Vaccine information for Belize

The CDC and WHO advise being immunized against typhoid, yellow fever, pneumonia, influenza, and rabies.