Ambergris Caye
(Updated: Updates Pending Based on Belize Re-opening to Tourism)
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SPECIAL NOTATIONS (Daily Specials)
- Wine de Vine - Daily Sampler Platters (mixture of cheeses, meats, olives, artichoke hearts, and crackers).
- Croc's Sports Bar - Rum drinks (2 for 1) from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.
- Sandy Toe's - Rum drinks w/ any soda (2 for 1) from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m.
- Palapa Bar - Rum & Vodka drinks w/ soda (2 for 1) 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.
- Palapa Bar - $1.BZD Chicken Wings (4:00 to 6:00 p.m.)
- Palapa Bar - Bucket of Beer (6 beers) $25-$35.BZD (depending on the beer)
Guided Adventures
Scuba Diving Adventures
Ambergris Caye, believe or not, is not the first choice of SCUBA diving devotees. For SCUBA think more of Turneffe Island, Light House Reef and the Blue Hole. But the Island offers easy access to some interesting dive spots. One of the more interesting is Palmeros Point, 12 miles north of the island. The reef starts off at 50 feet and then meanders through some small canyons before making a modest drop of 110 feet. This is described as one of the better dive spots close to Ambergris Caye and excellent for marine photography.
Other dive spots around Ambergris Caye include the Love Tunnel, so named because many people choose to get married underwater at this location. Divers launch from a canyon, and then glide to a cavern that has an opening in the roof that lets sunlight through. This is a drift dive that goes up to 80 feet underwater. Other dive spots of note in the area include Angle Flats, Eagle Ray Canyon and Cypress Garden.
Ambergris Caye, believe or not, is not the first choice of SCUBA diving devotees. For SCUBA think more of Turneffe Island, Light House Reef and the Blue Hole. But the Island offers easy access to some interesting dive spots. One of the more interesting is Palmeros Point, 12 miles north of the island. The reef starts off at 50 feet and then meanders through some small canyons before making a modest drop of 110 feet. This is described as one of the better dive spots close to Ambergris Caye and excellent for marine photography.
Other dive spots around Ambergris Caye include the Love Tunnel, so named because many people choose to get married underwater at this location. Divers launch from a canyon, and then glide to a cavern that has an opening in the roof that lets sunlight through. This is a drift dive that goes up to 80 feet underwater. Other dive spots of note in the area include Angle Flats, Eagle Ray Canyon and Cypress Garden.
Snorkeling Adventures
Hol Chan Marine Reserve - Hands down the Hol Chan Marine Reserve is the most popular aquatic attraction for tourists on Ambergris Caye. The reserve covers almost 7 square miles, and is located on the south end of island. Because of its close proximity to shore, you can be snorkeling in a matter of minutes.
Shark Ray Alley - Shark Ray Alley has been rated as one of the best animal dives in the Caribbean by Skin Diver Magazine.
Barrier Reef & Lagoon - Because the Belize Barrier Reef sits so close to the island, you can be snorkeling or reef fishing in a matter of minutes. On the lagoon (east side) of the island, this is a perfect spot for flat fishing, and manatee sightings and sailing.
Hol Chan Marine Reserve - Hands down the Hol Chan Marine Reserve is the most popular aquatic attraction for tourists on Ambergris Caye. The reserve covers almost 7 square miles, and is located on the south end of island. Because of its close proximity to shore, you can be snorkeling in a matter of minutes.
Shark Ray Alley - Shark Ray Alley has been rated as one of the best animal dives in the Caribbean by Skin Diver Magazine.
Barrier Reef & Lagoon - Because the Belize Barrier Reef sits so close to the island, you can be snorkeling or reef fishing in a matter of minutes. On the lagoon (east side) of the island, this is a perfect spot for flat fishing, and manatee sightings and sailing.
Fishing Adventures
Fishing off Ambergris Caye is a thrill for many. Because we're so close to the barrier reef, you can be fishing in a matter of minutes. This is a great way to spend time with the boys. There are a variety of fishing adventures available, anything from deep sea fishing, reef fishing, flat fishing and fly fishing.
Fishing off Ambergris Caye is a thrill for many. Because we're so close to the barrier reef, you can be fishing in a matter of minutes. This is a great way to spend time with the boys. There are a variety of fishing adventures available, anything from deep sea fishing, reef fishing, flat fishing and fly fishing.
Sailing Adventures
Sailing is an exciting way to relax and enjoy your vacation. There are a variety of sailing trips to choose from. Perhaps you will enjoy the day sail to Caye Caulker, with a stop at Shark Ray Alley. There is also the ful day manatee watch, snorkel and beach barbecue at Goff Caye. Don't miss the dinner sunset cruise, or simply a sunset cruise on either a houseboat or a catamaran with drinks and tapas. Sunset sails are a great way to end your vacation, on a special note.
Sailing is an exciting way to relax and enjoy your vacation. There are a variety of sailing trips to choose from. Perhaps you will enjoy the day sail to Caye Caulker, with a stop at Shark Ray Alley. There is also the ful day manatee watch, snorkel and beach barbecue at Goff Caye. Don't miss the dinner sunset cruise, or simply a sunset cruise on either a houseboat or a catamaran with drinks and tapas. Sunset sails are a great way to end your vacation, on a special note.
Bacalar Chico Marine Reserve
Bacalar Chico is located on northern Ambergris Caye. It is a longish trip, a little over an hour, but frequent stops for places of interest make this a worthwhile tour. Bacalar Chico is within the Belize Barrier reef Reserve System World Heritage Site established in 1996. On the way to Bacalar Chico the visitor will find excellent snorkeling spots along the way and even a nature reserve, Cayo Iguanu that is a nesting area for the red-brown egret and the roseate spoonbill. The ranger station at San Juan offers some small Maya mounds to explore and a nature trail. The tour includes motoring through the channel that the ancient Maya cut through what was then the southernmost tip of Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, creating Ambergris Caye and making it an island separate from the Mexican mainland.
Bacalar Chico is located on northern Ambergris Caye. It is a longish trip, a little over an hour, but frequent stops for places of interest make this a worthwhile tour. Bacalar Chico is within the Belize Barrier reef Reserve System World Heritage Site established in 1996. On the way to Bacalar Chico the visitor will find excellent snorkeling spots along the way and even a nature reserve, Cayo Iguanu that is a nesting area for the red-brown egret and the roseate spoonbill. The ranger station at San Juan offers some small Maya mounds to explore and a nature trail. The tour includes motoring through the channel that the ancient Maya cut through what was then the southernmost tip of Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, creating Ambergris Caye and making it an island separate from the Mexican mainland.
House Boat Party - Sail Around the Island
SEA’s d Day is a 58’ “beach” house boat complete with two bathrooms, a full kitchen, air conditioned seating areas inside. The boat also has two outdoor decks with comfortable seating, a water slide, paddle boards, kayaks, fishing gear and water floaties. SEA’s d Day explores the pristine waters and white sandy beaches of the leeward side of the island on day trips, sunsets and dinner cruises.
SEA’s d Day is a 58’ “beach” house boat complete with two bathrooms, a full kitchen, air conditioned seating areas inside. The boat also has two outdoor decks with comfortable seating, a water slide, paddle boards, kayaks, fishing gear and water floaties. SEA’s d Day explores the pristine waters and white sandy beaches of the leeward side of the island on day trips, sunsets and dinner cruises.
Crocodile Encounter (ACES) American Crocodile Educational Sanctuary
Chris Summers heads up the nocturnal crocodile encounter relocation program for the island. This is an nocturnal adventure, where Chris takes you around to the various areas, where juvenile crocodiles hang out. While searching for that glowing pair of eyes, he teaches you everything you need to know about crocodiles, their habitats, behavior patterns, and why they are important to the eco-system of Belize.
Chris Summers heads up the nocturnal crocodile encounter relocation program for the island. This is an nocturnal adventure, where Chris takes you around to the various areas, where juvenile crocodiles hang out. While searching for that glowing pair of eyes, he teaches you everything you need to know about crocodiles, their habitats, behavior patterns, and why they are important to the eco-system of Belize.
Marco Gonzales Mayan Site
The Marcos Gonzales site, is situated on the island's south end, near Laguna de Boca Chica. These ruins, are currently still covered with dense jungle vegetation. They are estimated to be approximately 2,000 years old. It is believed that at its peak the ancient Maya civilization on Ambergris caye was about 20,000, Marco Gonzalez is one of 18 small Maya sites identified in the area. The site has seen significant re-construction, and it's definitely worth a visit, if you do not wish to travel to the mainland to see the more spectacular Mayan Ruins.
The site is currently open, although there has been no maintenance to the wood walkways. So please walk with care, look but no touchy, and be sure to take mosquito spray. Updated: November 30, 2020
The Marcos Gonzales site, is situated on the island's south end, near Laguna de Boca Chica. These ruins, are currently still covered with dense jungle vegetation. They are estimated to be approximately 2,000 years old. It is believed that at its peak the ancient Maya civilization on Ambergris caye was about 20,000, Marco Gonzalez is one of 18 small Maya sites identified in the area. The site has seen significant re-construction, and it's definitely worth a visit, if you do not wish to travel to the mainland to see the more spectacular Mayan Ruins.
The site is currently open, although there has been no maintenance to the wood walkways. So please walk with care, look but no touchy, and be sure to take mosquito spray. Updated: November 30, 2020
Ambergris Caye Beaches (Facing the Belize Barrier Reef)
Everyone usually enjoys getting into the water on their vacation, but not all the beaches on Ambergris Caye (are what I would consider) nice relaxing clear beaches. Many of the beaches (on island), are getting hammered by the on slot of sargassum. Here are a few beaches (close to the property), that you might enjoy spending some time at.
Beaches (that are kept clean from sargassum)
Everyone usually enjoys getting into the water on their vacation, but not all the beaches on Ambergris Caye (are what I would consider) nice relaxing clear beaches. Many of the beaches (on island), are getting hammered by the on slot of sargassum. Here are a few beaches (close to the property), that you might enjoy spending some time at.
Beaches (that are kept clean from sargassum)
- Boco del Rio Area - This is where all the beach bars are, and many of the beaches here are kept clean.
- Ramon's Village - Open to the public, the beach chairs are reserved for guests staying at Ramon's Village.
- Banyan Bay Resort - Open to the public, the beach chairs are reserved for guests staying at Banyan Bay Resort.
San Pedro Fitness Center (608-8032) Swimming Pool
Everyone usually enjoys getting into the water on their vacation. San Pedro has a really nice public pool for families to enjoy. Admission is $10.BZD ($5.00 USD) for Adults, and $5.BZD ($2.50 USD) for Children.
Gym Day Pass - Guests staying at Belize Budget Suites can purchase a day pass for $15.BZD ($7.50 USD) for the day.
UPDATE: All prices still current, although the gym is closed at the moment due to Covid-19. Updated: November 30, 2020
Everyone usually enjoys getting into the water on their vacation. San Pedro has a really nice public pool for families to enjoy. Admission is $10.BZD ($5.00 USD) for Adults, and $5.BZD ($2.50 USD) for Children.
Gym Day Pass - Guests staying at Belize Budget Suites can purchase a day pass for $15.BZD ($7.50 USD) for the day.
UPDATE: All prices still current, although the gym is closed at the moment due to Covid-19. Updated: November 30, 2020
Secret Beach (Leeward Side of the Island)
As soon as you touch down on Ambergris Caye, you're going to hear about suggestions to go to Secret Beach. It's one of the most stunningly beautiful spots on the island. Secret Beach is approximately 9 miles North of the property, this means you need a golf cart in order to get there. It's about a 30-45 minute drive from the property to Secret Beach (depending on traffic). This will be a relaxing day in the sun. Find your chair, either on the beach or in the water. Kick back and enjoy some local food, drinks and just some good ole' island time.
As soon as you touch down on Ambergris Caye, you're going to hear about suggestions to go to Secret Beach. It's one of the most stunningly beautiful spots on the island. Secret Beach is approximately 9 miles North of the property, this means you need a golf cart in order to get there. It's about a 30-45 minute drive from the property to Secret Beach (depending on traffic). This will be a relaxing day in the sun. Find your chair, either on the beach or in the water. Kick back and enjoy some local food, drinks and just some good ole' island time.
Belize Parasail Plus (226-3866) https://www.facebook.com/belizeparasailing/
Our premier and namesake activity is parasailing–parasailing in Ambergris Caye is an amazingly peaceful experience with breathtaking views of the entire island. Belize Parasail Plus offers so many other experiences specifically catering to small groups. We can take you to several snorkeling sites, reef fishing, deep-sea fishing, or any combination–such as our beach BBQ which includes fishing, snorkeling, and a BBQ. Or, how about a champagne sunset cruise? Have something else in mind? We will make it happen–let us plan your custom charter on our pontoon boat. It’s your vacation, we’re just here to help you make memories.
Our premier and namesake activity is parasailing–parasailing in Ambergris Caye is an amazingly peaceful experience with breathtaking views of the entire island. Belize Parasail Plus offers so many other experiences specifically catering to small groups. We can take you to several snorkeling sites, reef fishing, deep-sea fishing, or any combination–such as our beach BBQ which includes fishing, snorkeling, and a BBQ. Or, how about a champagne sunset cruise? Have something else in mind? We will make it happen–let us plan your custom charter on our pontoon boat. It’s your vacation, we’re just here to help you make memories.
Diablo Water Slide (226-2715)
The El Diablo Aqua Park located at Caribbean Villas Resort just south of San Pedro Town on Ambergris Caye is the only waterpark of its kind on the island. A adjacent bar, also dubbed El Diablo Bar, and the aqua park are both open to the public daily. The Aqua Park has two zip lines, one from the tower that lets guests jump off into the warm turquoise Caribbean waters, and another that stretches over 300 feet to the shore. The park's slide lets guests gain a thrilling amount of speed before launching into the waters. Several inflatable climbing and jumping toys let guests lay out with the sea's movement or jump into the water. The El Diablo Bar has cabana and hanging lounge chairs and a shady deck for those wanting a quieter time. And the resort has a lounge and restaurant located on the beach.
Hours vary by season. Admission is $10BZ, good all day.
The El Diablo Aqua Park located at Caribbean Villas Resort just south of San Pedro Town on Ambergris Caye is the only waterpark of its kind on the island. A adjacent bar, also dubbed El Diablo Bar, and the aqua park are both open to the public daily. The Aqua Park has two zip lines, one from the tower that lets guests jump off into the warm turquoise Caribbean waters, and another that stretches over 300 feet to the shore. The park's slide lets guests gain a thrilling amount of speed before launching into the waters. Several inflatable climbing and jumping toys let guests lay out with the sea's movement or jump into the water. The El Diablo Bar has cabana and hanging lounge chairs and a shady deck for those wanting a quieter time. And the resort has a lounge and restaurant located on the beach.
Hours vary by season. Admission is $10BZ, good all day.
Beach Bowling - Island Style
Cozy Coconuts (previously known as "Island Time"), is a bar/restaurant on the water, and has a bowling alley set up on the beach. This is a very unique experience, that you will only find on a tropical island. The best time to go is on a calm day, with very little wind. The wind makes it hard for the pins to stay up. Kids really enjoy this activity.
Cozy Coconuts (previously known as "Island Time"), is a bar/restaurant on the water, and has a bowling alley set up on the beach. This is a very unique experience, that you will only find on a tropical island. The best time to go is on a calm day, with very little wind. The wind makes it hard for the pins to stay up. Kids really enjoy this activity.
Ice-Cream Shops
DandE’s Frozen Custard & Sorbet - Pescador Street (660-5966)
The biggest question on everyone’s mind: What is frozen custard? Premium ice cream! The product is called custard because egg is one of many quality ingredients used to produce this unique type of ice cream. What sets DandE’s frozen desserts apart from all the rest. “Frozen custard is churned as it freezes, like old-fashioned, hand-cranked ice cream. The result is a creamy texture similar to soft butter. As a result of this process, frozen custard also weighs nearly twice as much as regular ice cream which is whipped with air. In the end, you get a denser, creamier product – so a pint, or 16 ounces, actually equals one pound.”
Location - Pescador Street (aka Middle Street), San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize
Contact Information - Phone: 660-5966 Email dande@dande.bz
Manelly's Ice Cream - Barrier Reef Drive (206-2285)
Our family owned ice cream parlor was established in 1985 and has been serving delicious homemade ice cream ever since! Our ice cream is old fashion, ultra creamy with fresh Belizean Fruits. The more you eat, the more you want. Come try our world famous coconut ice cream!
Paradise Ice Cream - 13A Coconut Drive (610-9585)
Paradise Ice Cream Parlor offers its customers a variety of 30 flavors to choose from. The current popular flavor is chocolate candy, but be sure to try local flavors, and the array of fun toppings available! Ice cream is not the only product available at Paradice Cream. Milkshakes, floats, and ice cream pies are a must-try! For the lactose intolerant, try their Italian ices. Prices range from $6 for a single scoop, $10 double, and $14 for a triple cone or bowl. Add a homemade waffle cone or bowl for an extra $1.
Located at - Coconut Drive, San Pedro. Located in the Carlos & Ernie's BBQ building.
The biggest question on everyone’s mind: What is frozen custard? Premium ice cream! The product is called custard because egg is one of many quality ingredients used to produce this unique type of ice cream. What sets DandE’s frozen desserts apart from all the rest. “Frozen custard is churned as it freezes, like old-fashioned, hand-cranked ice cream. The result is a creamy texture similar to soft butter. As a result of this process, frozen custard also weighs nearly twice as much as regular ice cream which is whipped with air. In the end, you get a denser, creamier product – so a pint, or 16 ounces, actually equals one pound.”
Location - Pescador Street (aka Middle Street), San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize
Contact Information - Phone: 660-5966 Email dande@dande.bz
Manelly's Ice Cream - Barrier Reef Drive (206-2285)
Our family owned ice cream parlor was established in 1985 and has been serving delicious homemade ice cream ever since! Our ice cream is old fashion, ultra creamy with fresh Belizean Fruits. The more you eat, the more you want. Come try our world famous coconut ice cream!
Paradise Ice Cream - 13A Coconut Drive (610-9585)
Paradise Ice Cream Parlor offers its customers a variety of 30 flavors to choose from. The current popular flavor is chocolate candy, but be sure to try local flavors, and the array of fun toppings available! Ice cream is not the only product available at Paradice Cream. Milkshakes, floats, and ice cream pies are a must-try! For the lactose intolerant, try their Italian ices. Prices range from $6 for a single scoop, $10 double, and $14 for a triple cone or bowl. Add a homemade waffle cone or bowl for an extra $1.
Located at - Coconut Drive, San Pedro. Located in the Carlos & Ernie's BBQ building.
Belize Chocolate
Belize Chocolate Company (226-3015) https://www.facebook.com/BelizeChocolate/
Belize Chocolate Company is an award winning craft bean to bar chocolate making company based in Belize. We think we may be one of a kind in the world, as our 'factory' is directly on the beach on an island in Belize, where the Maya arguably created 'chocolate'. Another unique quality is that we make our chocolate in the country where the beans come from. Many other micro-batch companies import their beans from abroad. We use 100% Belizean ingredients: cacao beans from the Toledo District, sugar from Orange Walk. We make a signature 70% dark chocolate, called Kakaw and add other Belizean ingredients to make different bars - including orange, cacao nibs, chili, and nibs.
Belize Chocolate Company is an award winning craft bean to bar chocolate making company based in Belize. We think we may be one of a kind in the world, as our 'factory' is directly on the beach on an island in Belize, where the Maya arguably created 'chocolate'. Another unique quality is that we make our chocolate in the country where the beans come from. Many other micro-batch companies import their beans from abroad. We use 100% Belizean ingredients: cacao beans from the Toledo District, sugar from Orange Walk. We make a signature 70% dark chocolate, called Kakaw and add other Belizean ingredients to make different bars - including orange, cacao nibs, chili, and nibs.
Coffee Shops
Rum & Bean Coffee Shop (236-5102) https://www.facebook.com/rumandbeanbelize/
Rum + Bean is a specialty coffee shop located on the island of Ambergris Caye, serving an assortment of coffee drinks.
Location: Located 2 mile south of San Pedro, in the Mahogany Bay Village subdivision.
Flight Cafe Coffee Shop (608-3035) https://www.facebook.com
This new quaint cafe is owned by the same French owners as Delices de France next door, & is to-die-for fresh & delicious. They offer items for breakfast & lunch, lots of fresh coffee, & delicious assortment of lunch favorites. They offer several different sandwiches, and they're all delicious.
Location: Located across the street from the San Pedro Island Airstrip (Tropic Air & Maya Island Air) terminals.
Rum + Bean is a specialty coffee shop located on the island of Ambergris Caye, serving an assortment of coffee drinks.
Location: Located 2 mile south of San Pedro, in the Mahogany Bay Village subdivision.
Flight Cafe Coffee Shop (608-3035) https://www.facebook.com
This new quaint cafe is owned by the same French owners as Delices de France next door, & is to-die-for fresh & delicious. They offer items for breakfast & lunch, lots of fresh coffee, & delicious assortment of lunch favorites. They offer several different sandwiches, and they're all delicious.
Location: Located across the street from the San Pedro Island Airstrip (Tropic Air & Maya Island Air) terminals.
Spa Treatments & Rejuvenation
Ambergris Caye has a wide variety of massage and spa treatments available. You can find anything from pedicures, to couples massages. You can enjoy your massage at the massage center, on the beach, or in your room. For more information, on massage & rejuvenation services, ask our front desk for recommendations.
4 Hand Massage | Couples Massage | Hot Stone Massage | Swedish Deep Tissue Massage | Full Body Restoration | Pedicures | Ear Candling
Ambergris Caye has a wide variety of massage and spa treatments available. You can find anything from pedicures, to couples massages. You can enjoy your massage at the massage center, on the beach, or in your room. For more information, on massage & rejuvenation services, ask our front desk for recommendations.
4 Hand Massage | Couples Massage | Hot Stone Massage | Swedish Deep Tissue Massage | Full Body Restoration | Pedicures | Ear Candling
Window Shopping - Barrier Reef Drive
San Pedro has a variety of gift shops to choose from. Anything from coffee cups, T-shirts, beach towels, swim suits, trinkets, hat, purses, shoes, beach attire, necklaces and hot sauce. Each shop specializes in carrying different items in their stores, so be sure to check them all out. If you're looking for something unique and special (that travels well), consider our Belize Souvenir Cookbooks on sale at the front desk for $20. USD each.
San Pedro has a variety of gift shops to choose from. Anything from coffee cups, T-shirts, beach towels, swim suits, trinkets, hat, purses, shoes, beach attire, necklaces and hot sauce. Each shop specializes in carrying different items in their stores, so be sure to check them all out. If you're looking for something unique and special (that travels well), consider our Belize Souvenir Cookbooks on sale at the front desk for $20. USD each.
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EARLY EVENING
Truck Stop - Island Style (226-3663) https://www.facebook.com/truckstopbz/
Located one mile North of the bridge in San Pedro, the Truck stop is great for an early start to a fantastic night out. The bar is fully stocked and closes at 10:00 p.m. The weekly schedule is as follows:
Wednesday - Movie Night at 7pm / Live Music from 5:30-8:30
Thursday - Trivia at 7:30-9. Teams up to 6 players
Friday - Family Feud! 7-8:45. Signup at 6:30, teams of 4 players.
Saturday - Family Movie Night at 6:30pm / Live Music from 5:30-8:30
Sunday - Sunday Funday with a Live Band and fun food specials
Located one mile North of the bridge in San Pedro, the Truck stop is great for an early start to a fantastic night out. The bar is fully stocked and closes at 10:00 p.m. The weekly schedule is as follows:
Wednesday - Movie Night at 7pm / Live Music from 5:30-8:30
Thursday - Trivia at 7:30-9. Teams up to 6 players
Friday - Family Feud! 7-8:45. Signup at 6:30, teams of 4 players.
Saturday - Family Movie Night at 6:30pm / Live Music from 5:30-8:30
Sunday - Sunday Funday with a Live Band and fun food specials
Chicken Drop - Island Style (226-2002) https://www.facebook.com/WahoosLoungeBelize/
Located at the Wahoo's Lounge on Front Street, in downtown San Pedro. Every Thursday night they have a local band and a big party on the beach outside the bar. It is highlighted by the "chicken drop". They set up a large bingo board on the sand, and you buy tickets based on numbered spaces. You have to guess, which numbered space the chicken will poop on for the evening. Sit back and enjoy your beer, as the crowd hoops and howlers as to which contestant will win. It's alot of fun and a very unique experience, you can only find on a tropical island.
Located at the Wahoo's Lounge on Front Street, in downtown San Pedro. Every Thursday night they have a local band and a big party on the beach outside the bar. It is highlighted by the "chicken drop". They set up a large bingo board on the sand, and you buy tickets based on numbered spaces. You have to guess, which numbered space the chicken will poop on for the evening. Sit back and enjoy your beer, as the crowd hoops and howlers as to which contestant will win. It's alot of fun and a very unique experience, you can only find on a tropical island.
Hermit Crab Races - Island Style (670-8001) https://www.facebook.com/CrazyCanucksBeachBar/
Located at Crazy Canucks about a mile South of downtown San Pedro (Central Park, where the clock is). This bar is a huge hit on Tuesday's for hermit crab racing, which also includes live music or a guest DJ! They are also popular on Mondays for reggae night. During the week they have special events that will attract different types of crowds. Mostly you will find expats and tourists here. Crazy Canuck’s, located just south of town right on the beach, has found a different way to differentiate themselves. They have one of the weirdest parties in town, hermit crab races every Tuesday evening. Come enjoy a Belikin beer, sit back and wait for the crowd to gather, as you watch your favorite crab win the race.
Located at Crazy Canucks about a mile South of downtown San Pedro (Central Park, where the clock is). This bar is a huge hit on Tuesday's for hermit crab racing, which also includes live music or a guest DJ! They are also popular on Mondays for reggae night. During the week they have special events that will attract different types of crowds. Mostly you will find expats and tourists here. Crazy Canuck’s, located just south of town right on the beach, has found a different way to differentiate themselves. They have one of the weirdest parties in town, hermit crab races every Tuesday evening. Come enjoy a Belikin beer, sit back and wait for the crowd to gather, as you watch your favorite crab win the race.
Wine de Vine (226-3430) https://www.facebook.com/winedevine/
Wine de Vine was founded in 2002. We work with many fantastic wineries and winemakers to import a variety of wines from all over the world - old and new world, red, white, rosé, sparkling, port, saké - you get the idea. We're serious about wine. But we're not snobby about wine. You'll find our wines at most restaurants and resorts in Belize. In addition, we have a retail shop and wine bar in San Pedro on Ambergris Caye, where you'll also find meat, cheese, and other gourmet food from around the world. Closes at 8:00 p.m. every night
Tuesday's - Wine by the Glass $10.BZD
Friday's - Wine Specials by the Glass
With Your Wine - Try our Sampler Platter (includes): variety of cheeses, meats, olives, artichoke hearts & crackers.
Wine de Vine was founded in 2002. We work with many fantastic wineries and winemakers to import a variety of wines from all over the world - old and new world, red, white, rosé, sparkling, port, saké - you get the idea. We're serious about wine. But we're not snobby about wine. You'll find our wines at most restaurants and resorts in Belize. In addition, we have a retail shop and wine bar in San Pedro on Ambergris Caye, where you'll also find meat, cheese, and other gourmet food from around the world. Closes at 8:00 p.m. every night
Tuesday's - Wine by the Glass $10.BZD
Friday's - Wine Specials by the Glass
With Your Wine - Try our Sampler Platter (includes): variety of cheeses, meats, olives, artichoke hearts & crackers.
Stella's Sunset Lounge & Restaurant (602-5284) https://www.facebook.com
About 1 mile past the bridge, in front of a newly built house…and the palapa and dock behind it that make Stella’s Smile. This is a great place to congregate at sunset to a glass of wine and visit with other expats and tourists. Each night a different restaurant is featured, as they create their specialty dishes. They have one of the nicest wine selections on the island, and the views are just out of this world.
High Season Hours: Monday-Sunday 4:00 to 9:00 p.m. | Low Season Hours: Monday-Friday 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Friday's - Live Music Every Friday (5:00-9:00 p.m.)
Friday's - Happy Hour Prices (all day) on Friday's (Beers $5./Rum-Coke $5./$10. House Wines)
About 1 mile past the bridge, in front of a newly built house…and the palapa and dock behind it that make Stella’s Smile. This is a great place to congregate at sunset to a glass of wine and visit with other expats and tourists. Each night a different restaurant is featured, as they create their specialty dishes. They have one of the nicest wine selections on the island, and the views are just out of this world.
High Season Hours: Monday-Sunday 4:00 to 9:00 p.m. | Low Season Hours: Monday-Friday 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Friday's - Live Music Every Friday (5:00-9:00 p.m.)
Friday's - Happy Hour Prices (all day) on Friday's (Beers $5./Rum-Coke $5./$10. House Wines)
Red Ginger Roof Top Lounge (226-4623) https://www.facebook.com
Aside from being a nice restaurant at a top resort, Red GInger has an upstairs bar that is great for pre-gaming and an early evening hangout. Closes at 9:30 p.m. everynight.
Monday's - 50% off on Wine & Champaign by the Glass
Wednesday's -50% off on Champagin by the Glass
Friday's - 50% off on Wine & Champaign by the Glass
Saturday's - Paella Night $60.BZD $30. USD (can be shared by 2 people)
Aside from being a nice restaurant at a top resort, Red GInger has an upstairs bar that is great for pre-gaming and an early evening hangout. Closes at 9:30 p.m. everynight.
Monday's - 50% off on Wine & Champaign by the Glass
Wednesday's -50% off on Champagin by the Glass
Friday's - 50% off on Wine & Champaign by the Glass
Saturday's - Paella Night $60.BZD $30. USD (can be shared by 2 people)
Paradise Theater - Island Style (636-8123) https://www.facebook.com/PARADISETHEATER/
The Paradise Theater on Ambergris Caye (located just north of the bridge) is a one of a kind performance and movie theater. It consists of two screens: One that seats 300 and one that seats 125. To find out what's playing, check their Facebook page.
The Paradise Theater on Ambergris Caye (located just north of the bridge) is a one of a kind performance and movie theater. It consists of two screens: One that seats 300 and one that seats 125. To find out what's playing, check their Facebook page.
SPORTS BARS
Lola's Pub (206-2064) https://www.facebook.com/LolasPubBelize/
Lola's Pub is like a little hidden hangout, that no one knows about. It is a small Chicago-style pub that became popular for their drink selections, and an air conditioned environment. It's a cozy, popular spot for locals and expats. On some weekends they stay open until 1 a.m.
Lola's Pub is like a little hidden hangout, that no one knows about. It is a small Chicago-style pub that became popular for their drink selections, and an air conditioned environment. It's a cozy, popular spot for locals and expats. On some weekends they stay open until 1 a.m.
Croc's Sunset Bar & Grill (610-0026) https://www.facebook.com
Croc's Sunset Bar & Grill is a little less than a mile north of San Pedro's bridge. It is a great place to enjoy a sunset and watch some sports at the same time. They have a great drink selection, as you mingle with locals, tourists and expats.
Drink Specials Everyday - All Rum Drinks (4:00 to 7:00 p.m.) 2 for 1
Croc's Sunset Bar & Grill is a little less than a mile north of San Pedro's bridge. It is a great place to enjoy a sunset and watch some sports at the same time. They have a great drink selection, as you mingle with locals, tourists and expats.
Drink Specials Everyday - All Rum Drinks (4:00 to 7:00 p.m.) 2 for 1
Carlo & Ernie's Runaway Bar (226-2500) https://www.facebook.com/CarloErniesRunwayBar/
Runaway (as we call it) is located right next to the San Pedro airport tarmac, where you can watch the planes fly in. This spot is a great for sports fanatics since there are lots of TV's and projects and everyone's encouraged to get loud about their favorite teams. It's very spacious and it's a favorite for locals and expats. Bring your sports jerseys and your flags so that they can stick it up at the bar.
Sunday's - BBQ mid-day every Sunday
Tuesday's - Kitchen is Closed, no food
Wednesday's Happy Hours - All Day 9:00 a.m. to Midnight
Runaway (as we call it) is located right next to the San Pedro airport tarmac, where you can watch the planes fly in. This spot is a great for sports fanatics since there are lots of TV's and projects and everyone's encouraged to get loud about their favorite teams. It's very spacious and it's a favorite for locals and expats. Bring your sports jerseys and your flags so that they can stick it up at the bar.
Sunday's - BBQ mid-day every Sunday
Tuesday's - Kitchen is Closed, no food
Wednesday's Happy Hours - All Day 9:00 a.m. to Midnight
Average Joe's Sports Bar (226-5637) https://www.facebook.com
Located in South Ambergris Caye, Average Joe's has long been a popular bar in San Pedro. It is not only known as a sports bar but also for events with special guest live bands and karaoke. Don't leave without trying their wings.
Located in South Ambergris Caye, Average Joe's has long been a popular bar in San Pedro. It is not only known as a sports bar but also for events with special guest live bands and karaoke. Don't leave without trying their wings.
BEACH BARS
Wayo's Beach Bar (226-2035) https://www.facebook.com/wayos.bar
Not too long ago they moved Wayo's from the beach to the dock in front of their old location, so now you get to sit right over the water. The new Wayo's is newer and bigger, plus they now sell bar food. Here you will find a great mixtue of locals, expats and tourists. They have TV's to watch the game and on Sunday nights they do live music. The staff is very friendly, which is definitely a plus in my book.
Wednesday's - Live Music (7:00 to 10:00 p.m.)
Sunday's - DJ' Music (7:00 to 10:00 p.m.)
Not too long ago they moved Wayo's from the beach to the dock in front of their old location, so now you get to sit right over the water. The new Wayo's is newer and bigger, plus they now sell bar food. Here you will find a great mixtue of locals, expats and tourists. They have TV's to watch the game and on Sunday nights they do live music. The staff is very friendly, which is definitely a plus in my book.
Wednesday's - Live Music (7:00 to 10:00 p.m.)
Sunday's - DJ' Music (7:00 to 10:00 p.m.)
Losers Beach Bar (614-8989) https://www.facebook.com/losers.belize/
The newest beach bar on the island, their motto: “This Life Ain’t For Everyone”. It's located in the Boca Del Rio neighborhood of San Pedro. Losers started building on the island last year with a flurry of controversy, as many objected to the construction of the huge dock. They offer great food, live entertainment, and awesome drinks - did I mention the drinks?
LOCATION: Boca del Rio Drive, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize
UPDATE:
The newest beach bar on the island, their motto: “This Life Ain’t For Everyone”. It's located in the Boca Del Rio neighborhood of San Pedro. Losers started building on the island last year with a flurry of controversy, as many objected to the construction of the huge dock. They offer great food, live entertainment, and awesome drinks - did I mention the drinks?
LOCATION: Boca del Rio Drive, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize
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Sandy Toes Beach Bar (280-0181 or 636-3094) https://www.facebook.com/SandyToesBelize/
Located just South of Wayo's, Sandy Toes is a great spot where locals, expats and tourists mingle. It is also one of the more friendly bars and a great spot to find good bar food (their ceviche is amazing!). They have chairs out on the beach where you can dip your toes in the sand while enjoying your drink. They also offer different live music entertainment options during the week (and on special occasions they will bring in a guest DJ's), as this usually appeals to a younger crowd and soon becomes a full-blown beach party.
Monday's - Live Cultural Music (Punta/Reggae) 8:00 p.m. to midnight
Thursday's - Live Reggae Music
Friday's - Live DJ Music
Saturday's - Live DJ Music (8:00 p.m. to midnight)
Sunday's - Cuban Music - Live Band (3:00 to 6:00 p.m.)
HAPPY HOUR DRINK SPECIALS (Monday to Friday 3:00 to 6:00 p.m.) Any Rum Drink with Soda (2 for 1)
LOCATED: Boca del Rio, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize
UPDATED: Currently Open, working on getting more live bands. Updated: November 30, 2020
Located just South of Wayo's, Sandy Toes is a great spot where locals, expats and tourists mingle. It is also one of the more friendly bars and a great spot to find good bar food (their ceviche is amazing!). They have chairs out on the beach where you can dip your toes in the sand while enjoying your drink. They also offer different live music entertainment options during the week (and on special occasions they will bring in a guest DJ's), as this usually appeals to a younger crowd and soon becomes a full-blown beach party.
Monday's - Live Cultural Music (Punta/Reggae) 8:00 p.m. to midnight
Thursday's - Live Reggae Music
Friday's - Live DJ Music
Saturday's - Live DJ Music (8:00 p.m. to midnight)
Sunday's - Cuban Music - Live Band (3:00 to 6:00 p.m.)
HAPPY HOUR DRINK SPECIALS (Monday to Friday 3:00 to 6:00 p.m.) Any Rum Drink with Soda (2 for 1)
LOCATED: Boca del Rio, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize
UPDATED: Currently Open, working on getting more live bands. Updated: November 30, 2020
Natuicrab Beach Bar (670-8001) https://www.facebook.com/CrazyCanucksBeachBar/
Natuicrab is located in Boca del Rio, north of downtown San Pedro (Central Park, where the clock is). This bar is a huge hit on Tuesday's for hermit crab racing, which also includes live music or a guest DJ! They are also popular on Mondays for reggae night. During the week they have special events that will attract different types of crowds. Mostly you will find expats and tourists here.
Monday's - Noon to 3:00 p.m. Guitar Cicle (Jam Session) | Live Reggae Music (8:00 to Midnight) | $6.BZD Rum Punches
Tuesday's - (2 for 1) Drink Specials
Wednesday's - Live Music (4:00 to 7:00 p.m.) | Bucket Beer $25.BZD
Thursday's - Paint & Splash 2 to 4:00 p.m. | (2 for $20.BZD) Pina Coladas
Friday's - Trivia (7:00 p.m.) Karoke (8:30 p.m.)
Saturday's - (2 for $20.BZD) Rum Mojito's
Sunday's - Live Music (3:00 to 7:00 p.m.) | $10.BZD Frost Bomb Shots
Natuicrab is located in Boca del Rio, north of downtown San Pedro (Central Park, where the clock is). This bar is a huge hit on Tuesday's for hermit crab racing, which also includes live music or a guest DJ! They are also popular on Mondays for reggae night. During the week they have special events that will attract different types of crowds. Mostly you will find expats and tourists here.
Monday's - Noon to 3:00 p.m. Guitar Cicle (Jam Session) | Live Reggae Music (8:00 to Midnight) | $6.BZD Rum Punches
Tuesday's - (2 for 1) Drink Specials
Wednesday's - Live Music (4:00 to 7:00 p.m.) | Bucket Beer $25.BZD
Thursday's - Paint & Splash 2 to 4:00 p.m. | (2 for $20.BZD) Pina Coladas
Friday's - Trivia (7:00 p.m.) Karoke (8:30 p.m.)
Saturday's - (2 for $20.BZD) Rum Mojito's
Sunday's - Live Music (3:00 to 7:00 p.m.) | $10.BZD Frost Bomb Shots
Sandbar Beach Bar
The Sandbar Hostel also has a happening bar scene at night. Since the bar is part of the hostel, it's definitely for a fun younger crowd. The bartenders are fun and friendly and there are TV's to watch sporting events when available.
The Sandbar Hostel also has a happening bar scene at night. Since the bar is part of the hostel, it's definitely for a fun younger crowd. The bartenders are fun and friendly and there are TV's to watch sporting events when available.
Palapa Beach Bar (226-3111) https://www.facebook.com/PalapaBarBelize/
Welcome to the Palapa Bar & Grill on Ambergris Caye here in Belize, one of the friendliest nations on this planet, and one of the most unique combinations of people, geography, diving, sport fishing and fun in the Caribbean. The Palapa Bar & Grill’s location brings the cool Caribbean breeze with a view not found elsewhere – Over the top location, food, drinks, and service – a “must experience” while in Belize! We would love to have you visit our “little piece of paradise.” People always ask what brought us here, and one step out on to the Palapa, you will know why! We look forward to meeting you along with our dog Sunny, the only dog on the Island that can ask for her own rum!!
Thursday's - Live Music (6:00 to 9:00 p.m.)
Friday's - Live Music (6:00 to 9:00 p.m.)
Saturday's - Live Music (6:00 to 9:00 p.m.)
Sunday's - Rib Sunday (Half Rack Ribs, Texas Toast, Beans, Cole Slaw - $35.BZD)
Daily Specials - Rum & Vodka drinks w/ soda (2 for 1) & $1.BZD Chicken Wings (4 to 6:00 p.m.) | Bucket of Beers (6 beers) $25-$35.BZD (depending on the beer)
Welcome to the Palapa Bar & Grill on Ambergris Caye here in Belize, one of the friendliest nations on this planet, and one of the most unique combinations of people, geography, diving, sport fishing and fun in the Caribbean. The Palapa Bar & Grill’s location brings the cool Caribbean breeze with a view not found elsewhere – Over the top location, food, drinks, and service – a “must experience” while in Belize! We would love to have you visit our “little piece of paradise.” People always ask what brought us here, and one step out on to the Palapa, you will know why! We look forward to meeting you along with our dog Sunny, the only dog on the Island that can ask for her own rum!!
Thursday's - Live Music (6:00 to 9:00 p.m.)
Friday's - Live Music (6:00 to 9:00 p.m.)
Saturday's - Live Music (6:00 to 9:00 p.m.)
Sunday's - Rib Sunday (Half Rack Ribs, Texas Toast, Beans, Cole Slaw - $35.BZD)
Daily Specials - Rum & Vodka drinks w/ soda (2 for 1) & $1.BZD Chicken Wings (4 to 6:00 p.m.) | Bucket of Beers (6 beers) $25-$35.BZD (depending on the beer)
LATE EVENING
Ambergris Caye Nightlife - With Ambergris Caye being the number one tourist destination for Belize, it's noted for having continuous non-stop entertainment every single night. The beaches are lined with bars and restaurants, of your choosing. The nighlife scene in San Pedro though, has recently changed dramatically. This is principally due to some new municipal regulations regarding noise pollution. Most bars are now only allowed to stay open until midnight. A few bars can open until later if they are enclosed or have a permit to stay open after midnight, but this is mostly on special occasions. Since things have recently changed so much, it's not as obvious which bars in San Pedro are "happening" anymore.
Jaguar's Temple (226-2004) https://www.facebook.com
Jaguar’s Temple Nightclub is the most popular late night (after midnight) spot on the island. As with any nightclub, please be cautious of your surroundings and do not drink to excess. By way of a reminder, please do not drink and drive. Have someone who is a designated driver with you. Located at the center of town, Jaguar's is the most popular nightclub in San Pedro. It is also the only night club that opens after midnight, which means you'll find that everyone ends up there. It is usually free for ladies on Fridays - unless there's s special event. Cover charge is usualy $10. BZD, unless there is a special event. Hours of Operation: Open Thursday through Saturday and for special holidays.
Jaguar’s Temple Nightclub is the most popular late night (after midnight) spot on the island. As with any nightclub, please be cautious of your surroundings and do not drink to excess. By way of a reminder, please do not drink and drive. Have someone who is a designated driver with you. Located at the center of town, Jaguar's is the most popular nightclub in San Pedro. It is also the only night club that opens after midnight, which means you'll find that everyone ends up there. It is usually free for ladies on Fridays - unless there's s special event. Cover charge is usualy $10. BZD, unless there is a special event. Hours of Operation: Open Thursday through Saturday and for special holidays.
Big Daddy's Bar & Daddy Rock's Disco (604-7038 or 607-2229)
https://www.facebook.com/BIG-Daddys-Lounge-699042863491555/
Big Daddy’s/Daddy Rock’s is a bar by the ocean's edge, and a cavernous disco behind. It is the longest standing bar in San Pedro. It tends to have a reputation as being a bit rough, so be cautious. This place certainly draws a crowd, once most of the other bars in town have closed. By way of a reminder, please do not drink and drive. Have someone who is a designated driver with you. Daddy Rock's Night Club is located at the center of town. People usualy go here when everything else is closed. This place is open every night of the week unless it's really slow during the tourism slow season.
LOCATION - Barrier Reef Drive, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye. Located right next to the San Pedro Catholic church & Central Park on Front Street.
UPDATE: DaddyRock Nightclub is presently closed due to Covid-19. Updated: November 30, 2020
https://www.facebook.com/BIG-Daddys-Lounge-699042863491555/
Big Daddy’s/Daddy Rock’s is a bar by the ocean's edge, and a cavernous disco behind. It is the longest standing bar in San Pedro. It tends to have a reputation as being a bit rough, so be cautious. This place certainly draws a crowd, once most of the other bars in town have closed. By way of a reminder, please do not drink and drive. Have someone who is a designated driver with you. Daddy Rock's Night Club is located at the center of town. People usualy go here when everything else is closed. This place is open every night of the week unless it's really slow during the tourism slow season.
LOCATION - Barrier Reef Drive, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye. Located right next to the San Pedro Catholic church & Central Park on Front Street.
UPDATE: DaddyRock Nightclub is presently closed due to Covid-19. Updated: November 30, 2020
Fido's Bar & Grill (226-3176) https://www.facebook.com/Fidoscourtyard/
Fido's Bar is the largest open-air palapa on the island, offering a casual environment with great drinks, food, and entertainment every day of the week. Besides serving up delicious seafood, this is a lively bar every day of the week. They are located on the beachfront, offering a great atmosphere for some tropical cocktails or your favorite beer. By way of a reminder, please do not drink and drive. Have someone who is a designated driver with you.
LOCATION - 18 Barrier Reef Drive, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye. Set near the heart of San Pedro, Fido's Restaurant & Bar is on the premises of Fido's Steak & Lobster.
UPDATE:
Fido's Bar is the largest open-air palapa on the island, offering a casual environment with great drinks, food, and entertainment every day of the week. Besides serving up delicious seafood, this is a lively bar every day of the week. They are located on the beachfront, offering a great atmosphere for some tropical cocktails or your favorite beer. By way of a reminder, please do not drink and drive. Have someone who is a designated driver with you.
LOCATION - 18 Barrier Reef Drive, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye. Set near the heart of San Pedro, Fido's Restaurant & Bar is on the premises of Fido's Steak & Lobster.
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