The Cayes and Atolls Travel Guide
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Off the coast of Belize, more than 400 "cayes," or islands, dot the Caribbean Sea like punctuation marks in a long, liquid sentence. Ambergris Caye is Belize's largest island and the country's top visitor destination. Travelers come to the cayes for its excellent snorkeling and scuba diving, palm-lined beaches, and laid-back vibe.
The Cayes and Atolls Hotels
The more budget-oriented cayes, such as Tobacco and Caulker, have mostly small hotels and simple cabins, usually built of wood and typically without any...read more
The Cayes and Atolls Restaurants
Ambergris Caye has the biggest selection of restaurants of any destination in Belize, and among them are some of the country's best. They range from simple...read more
Fodor's Choice
Things To Do in The Cayes and Atolls
Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.
Travel Deals in The Cayes and Atolls
- $60+: Belize: All-Inclusive Beachfront Resort in Summer, 35% Off BookIt.com
- $216+: Belize Oceanfront Villas w/Free Breakfast, Save 40% BookIt.com
- Belize - Cayo District & Placencia Experience IExplore
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The Cayes and Atolls Experiences
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Scuba Diving. Dive destinations are often divided into reefs and atolls. Most reef diving is done on Belize's northern section, particularly off... Read more
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That well-tanned lady relaxing under a palm tree on the beach may not be a tourist after all. She could be an expatriate who decided to chuck... Read more
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National Tree: Mahogany (Swietenia macrophilla)... Read more
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Trip Ideas & Itineraries
Looking to indulge in a spring break escape, minus the throngs of drunken college kids and $3 tequila... Read more
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Practical Travel Tips
During the off-season (May–November) in Belize, lodging properties often have walk-in rates tha... Read more
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Practical Travel Tips, Trip Ideas & Itineraries
A night dive at Shark-Ray Alley in Belize is a special treat due to this biological event.... Read more
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Arriving:· Forums Trip Reports
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Just back from our Belize trip. Read more
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I spent a great week in Caye Caulker – if you love to dive, snorkel, kayak, and fish, this is an incredibly beautiful (and affordable) way to do it without a single fast food chain, car, or cruise Read more
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Well, I guess I'm just about recovered from my vacation. Read more
