The Belize Zoo and the old port on arrival, three days of Maya sites, waterfalls and caves around San Ignacio, then the water taxi to Ambergris Caye for reef snorkeling and Caye Caulker.
7 days, 40 stopsBalanced paceJan to AprApproved by TravPa Editors, Nov 7, 2026
Trip at a glance
Add your first day to see each day's date, weather, sunset and closing days.
Day 1: Belize City, the Belize Zoo and San Ignacio
Land in Belize City, see the old port and the Swing Bridge, spend the midday at the Belize Zoo, then drive west to San Ignacio for sunset.
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8:00 AMPhilip S. W. Goldson International AirportArrive at Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport and pick up your rental car or shuttle.About 30 min here
Free to visit
Drive about 25 min
2
9:00 AMSwing BridgeSee the hand-operated swing bridge over Haulover Creek, first built in 1818.About 45 min here
Free to visit
Walk about 6 min
3
9:45 AMOptionalMuseum of BelizeTour the former prison and its exhibits. Check opening days with the museum before you go.About 1 hour 30 min here
Non-resident: BZD 14 (about $7) · Buy online or at the door
11:45 AMHarpy Cafe at The Belize ZooLunch at the zoo cafe, which serves all-day breakfast and pastries baked daily.About 45 min here
Pay as you go
Walk about 2 min
5
12:30 PMThe Belize ZooAllow about 2 hours for the zoo; last admission is at 4 PM, 3:30 PM on Sundays. Closed on Good Friday and Christmas Day.About 2 hours 15 min here
International adult: BZD 40 (about $20) · Buy online or at the gate
4:00 PMHawkesworth BridgeSettle into San Ignacio and walk to the suspension bridge over the Macal River.About 2 hours 15 min here
Free to visit
Walk about 4 min
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6:15 PMBurns AvenueDinner on San Ignacio's main street, a popular spot for cafes and restaurants.
Pay as you go
Before you go
Book these aheadBarton Creek Cave (day 2): timed tickets, or tickets that often sell out.
Complete the entry formFill in Belize's free online arrival and departure declaration (iDeclare) before you fly.
Check ferry timesSan Pedro Belize Express runs several boats a day; check the timetable before the day you cross to the island.
Book caves with a guideBarton Creek Cave and similar caves are guided tours only, and ATM tickets are sold only by licensed operators.
Carry some cashShops and restaurants price in Belize dollars, fixed at 2 to 1 against the US dollar, and many places also take US dollars.
Pack for sun and rainBring a rain jacket, swimwear and outdoor shoes; afternoon showers are common in the rainy season.
Where to stay for this plan
Stay three nights in San Ignacio, then three nights in San Pedro. Both bases are on foot for dinner and give short tour starts.
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Plan last checked Nov 7, 2026. Check individual fee sources before you go. TravPa earns a commission when you book through a partner; your price stays the same.
