Five Awesome Experiences on Ambergris Caye

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Five Awesome Experiences on Ambergris Caye (other than Diving or Snorkeling)
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San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, is one of the most popular islands in Belize where travelers enjoy many awesome activities. Just a few miles off the coast of Belize is Ambergris Caye – it’s 40 km long and less than 2 km wide. If you're looking for fun activities to do, other than snorkeling or diving, here are my top 5 recommendations!
 
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Just a few miles off the coast of Belize is Ambergris Caye – it’s 40 km long and less than 2 km wide. It’s one of Belize’s most popular islands, primarily drawing visitors that are interested in diving or snorkeling Belize’s reef, which is the second-largest barrier reef in the world. However, what tourists also find when they visit Ambergris Caye is that there are plenty of things to do other than diving or snorkeling. Below I will list 5 of these experiences.

1. Explore San Pedro Town

San Pedro Town is the main settlement in Ambergris Caye and its downtown core has many things to see, do, and explore. I recommend going downtown for breakfast or lunch, and then walking on the main street or by the beach, to see the many colorful shops and bars that San Pedro has.

The Great Blue Hole
The Great Blue Hole

2. Great Blue Hole Fly Over Tour

Diving the Great Blue Hole may be on every diver’s bucket list but what is less known is that visitors can also go on a scenic flight over the Great Blue Hole. The flyover tour lasts about an hour, and along with getting up-close views of Belize’s famous Blue Hole, passengers are treated to striking views of the barrier reef.

The Great Blue Hole
The Great Blue Hole
 
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3. Enjoy San Pedro’s Food Scene

Ambergris Caye has excellent restaurants and beach bars. Restaurants such as Elvi’s Kitchen, Blue Water Grill, and Wild Mangos are consistently ranked as some of the best in Belize. As for bars, they are all great but my favorites are Wayos, Sandy Toe’s, and the Palapa Bar. They are perfect for listening to live music while enjoying bar snacks and a Belikin beer or rum punch. 

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4. Go on a Sunset Cruise

‪There’s something really magical about watching sunsets on a catamaran while fresh ceviche and delicious rum punches are being served. And when the sun finally goes down, visitors are treated to beautiful starry night skies - something that someone has to see to truly appreciate. This experience is something that visitors will remember long after their vacation is over.

San Pedro Sunset Cruise
San Pedro Sunset Cruise

5. Visit Secret Beach

For a fun day, I suggest renting a golf cart to visit Secret Beach in North Ambergris Caye. Although Secret Beach is about an hour’s drive north of downtown San Pedro, it’s totally worth the visit. It’s one of the island’s best spots to relax, swim, and enjoy good beats while having delicious food and drinks.

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Secret Beach Belize

Where to stay

Located approximately 5 km south of the downtown core, Pelican Reef Villas serves as the perfect base during a trip to Ambergris Caye. Along with staying at luxurious modern villas, the resort offers amenities such as a restaurant, bar, pool, boat dock, and private beach. It is the perfect place to return after a long day of fun activities since guests can enjoy the tranquility of South Ambergris Caye while lounging by the pool or on the beach.
 
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On San Pedro’s north edge, experience a private paradise at Blue Tang Inn, one of the town’s most charming beachfront inns. Fourteen exquisite suites each offer full kitchens and air ... moreconditioning. Relax by the private pool or rejoice on the third-floor sundeck with inspiring panoramas of the ocean and reef. Set your own schedule for amazing daily activities such as sailing & snorkeling, kayaking, scuba diving, fishing, and numerous inland tours to visit ancient Mayan Ruins and waterfalls.

Each suite has a fully equipped kitchen for your convenience. There's a grocery store 1/2 block away that will deliver! Complimentary Continental breakfast is included daily. 

Our staff is super friendly and will help you book your daily activities. Just ask!
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Pelican Reef Villas Resort has free bikes, outdoor swimming pool, a garden and bar in San Pedro. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a concierge ... moreservice, along with free WiFi. The resort has a private beach area.

The rooms at the resort come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchen, a dining area and a private bathroom with a hairdryer, a shower and free toiletries. Pelican Reef Villas Resort has certain accommodations with garden views, and rooms come with a balcony. Guest rooms will provide guests with a closet and a coffee machine.

The accommodation offers a continental or à la carte breakfast.

Pelican Reef Villas Resort has a grill. The area is popular for cycling, and car rental is available at the resort.
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Situated in San Pedro, 1,150 feet from Playa San Pedro, Ramon's Village Resort features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, a shared lounge and a garden. Boasting ... morefamily rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and room service.

At the resort, rooms include a wardrobe. At Ramon's Village Resort, rooms are fitted with air conditioning and a private bathroom.

The accommodation offers a à la carte or American breakfast.

Guests can make use of the business centre, rent a car to explore the area, or buy a gift at the souvenir shop.
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The Northern coast of Ambergris Caye has amazing blue waters and beautiful views along the way. The tour starts with breakfast being served while sailing to Mexico Rocks, which at ... morethe end of 2015 became a part of the marine reserve, to protect its rich marine life and precious corals. We do our first stop for snorkeling there and then continue to our favorite spot - a shallow area close to the reef, that is just like a natural pool (great for non-swimmers as well)! Here we make a break to relax in the shallow warm water, while the crew prepares our famous Belizean buffet on-board. Traditional Belizean dishes like stewed chicken and rice and beans with our Captain’s secret recipe BBQ fish! After lunch, we return South doing a second snorkel stop at Tres Cocos. You can also choose to extend the day with more hours, to include more snorkeling or fishing. 

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We depart later to let you sleep in, avoid the crowds, and see the sunset at the end of the tour. We start with snorkeling at Hol Chan and Shark Ray Alley. Hol Chan has the largest variety of species to be seen in the area and is often compared to an aquarium, while at Shark Ray Alley you get to experience a close encounter with nurse sharks and stingrays. Watch from the boat or swim with them! We then serve our famous Belizean buffet lunch on board. Traditional dishes like stewed chicken and rice and beans with our Captain’s secret recipe BBQ fish! After lunch, we stop at the neighboring island Caye Caulker for approx. 1 hour of free time to explore the island, followed by a relaxed sunset cruise back to San Pedro, with ceviche served. An open bar with local rum, vodka, gin, soft drinks, and juices is included. Try the specials, rum punch, and "panty rippers"!
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Includes: Free GoPro photos/videos, lunch, fruit, lunch, drinks, guide, and all park fees This tour is one to remember and will definitely be your most memorable experience in Belize, ... morewe'll do so by exploring 7 breathtaking stops along the beautiful Belize Barrier Reef. It starts on Caye Caulker at our tour office at 9:00 am with a quick briefing on how we'll conduct the tour to keep it eco-friendly and fun, then we load up in the boat and go to a marine reserve that's 32+ years old called Hol chan.

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ItSee the world-famous Great Blue Hole in the best way possible … from the air with our Blue Hole Aerial Tour from Belize Concierge Excellent from San Pedro Town. Hop on board ... morea Schedule Mixed tour Caravan and fly to Lighthouse Reef Atoll, and witness This natural wonder of the world. On the way, you will see the Belize Barrier Reef (the longest in the Western Hemisphere), and Turneffe Atoll. While flying over the largest sea-hole in the world, keep an eye out for various sea wildlife such as Manatees, Rays, Sharks, Dolphins, and much more!!

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