Getting to the Island
How to Travel from Belize City to Ambergris Caye
Once in Belize City, you have two options for traveling to the island of Ambergris Caye: a 15-minute flight or a 1.5-hour water-taxi ride. Flights and water taxis both arrive in San Pedro, the largest town on the island.
Travel Options | Domestic Flight | Water Taxi |
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![]() A 15-minute flight with Tropic Air or Maya Island Air is the quickest and most convenient way to get to San Pedro. |
![]() Another popular and affordable option is to take a 1.5 hour Water Taxi trip from Belize City to Ambergris Caye with |
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Can be booked by Parham Plaza Hotel? |
YESParham Plaza Hotel would be happy to prearrange this flight on your behalf. Click here. |
NOWater taxi transfers cannot be arranged by Parham Plaza Hotel. |
Round Trip Cost (including taxes & fees) |
$160 USD *per person |
$35 – $40 USD *per person |
One Way Cost (including taxes & fees) |
$90 USD *per person |
$25 – $30 USD *per person |
Travel Time |
15 minutes |
1.5 hours |
Departure Location |
Belize International Airport (BZE)* Requires approx. 1 hour layover |
Belize City Water Taxi Terminal* Requires a 30 minute taxi ride to reach water taxi terminal |
Arrival Location |
San Pedro Airport (SPR)Ambergris Caye |
San Pedro Water Taxi TerminalAmbergris Caye |
Pickup by Parham Plaza Hotel? |
Yes* Call 011 501 226 4565 to arrange pickup |
Yes* We are across the street from Belize Express |
Last Trip of the Day |
5:40 PM Belize* International flight must arrive by 4:30 PM |
5:30 PM Belize* International flight must arrive by 3:30 PM |
* Airfare and water taxi rates are approximate and subject to change
Parham Plaza Hotel Location in Town
We’re located directly opposite Central Park on Front Street (Barrier Reef Dr.), in between Jaguar’s Nightclub and Juice Dive Restaurant. Our cream-colored building is set back from the street with a huge front yard. Walking distance from either ferry. A 3-minute cab ride from the airport or call us before you leave Belize City and we will pick you up + 501 226 4565 or +501 613-3913.