You’re finally in Belize and you face the big question, do I rent a car? Do I take a taxi? How do I get
around? The truth is you should have probably thought about that before you got to Belize, but now
you’re here and I have to help you. Here are your options
Taxis will take you anywhere you want to go. They are more expensive then public transportation but it
certainly won’t cost as much as a New York cab ride. The best idea is to agree on a price to your desired
location before you get in. If you don’t agree on a price beforehand then it’s up to the cab driver to
decide how much he wants to charge you, which could be a lot more than you want to pay.
Water taxis are totally different experience. If you’re traveling to the islands this is one of two ways to
get there. Water taxis are affordable, ranging from $11-$15 USD for a one way trip. Taxis usually leave
every hour or so. They are reliable and very safe. In Belize City you can choose from Caye Caulker Water
Taxi or San Pedro Water Taxi. There is very little difference between these two companies so the choice
is yours. The advantage of a water taxi over a plane ride is the 45 minute trip on the Caribbean sea, an
intimate close-up look at the islands and the ocean. This is something you should do at least once.
Plane rides are also an efficient way to travel though more expensive. A flight from Belize City to Caye
Caulker will range from $65-68 depending on which airline you choose (Tropic Air or Maya Island Air)
but you’ll be there in 15 minutes. This way to travel has its own unique charm. The view of the islands
from the plane is stunning. You can fly to almost anywhere in the country from Corozal to Punta Gorda.
So if you’re trying to see lots of places in a short amount of time, flying is the only way to travel.
Buses provide a cultural experience, an insight into Belizean life. However, if you’re planning to travel by
bus make sure you get a hold of the schedule and know it well. The larger cities have regular bus service
all day long but the more rural areas may only have bus service once a day.
Finally if you plan to stick around a particular town for a couple of weeks then renting a moped or
bicycle is a really fun way to travel around town!
What’s your favorite way to travel in Belize? Share your ideas, leave a comment!
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