Belize City, Belize Port Q&A
16 Belize City, Belize traveler questions & answers
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Q: Has anyone used the express water taxi in Belize? Does it go anywhere worth visiting?
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Q: I collect charms from all our ports. Does anyone know where the Pandora store is? I'd it close to the port?
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Q: I have read mosquitos are out in belize city. I am going last week of October so was wondering how bad would it be. I get a ton of mosquito bites and not sure if insect repellent does the trick
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A: My father in law swears by taking garlic pills he doesn't get bit.
Answered by OGWonderWoman on June 13, 2023
A: Drink camomile tea, it comes out the poured of skin to repel
Answered by JR3 on June 13, 2023
A: I spray down withh off bug spray and wear bug bands on each wrist and ankle.
Answered by 4Kerrie on June 13, 2023
A: Whenever we go hiking, we shower and shampoo with Wilderness Wash that morning. No problem with any insects.
Answered by Ally57 on June 17, 2023
A: we went in the 3rd week of November, to the jungle to see ruins...not a bug in sight! I worried for nothing... have fun!
Answered by moimoimoi on June 17, 2023
Q: Has anyone done Goff’s Caye excursion? If so, how was it and my main Question… was there time to still go to the port and walk through the shops?
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Answer QuestionA: No, visit the ruins if you have never seen them. We took an excursion arranged by the cruise line to the Lamanai Mayan ruins. It was very interesting and fun. First we took a boat ride through the jungle to observe local flora and fauna. This dropped... us off at the ruins where we were free to roam and climb as we desired. Afterwards the boat returned us to our bus pickup point where we enjoyed a buffet of local cuisine and drinks. An excellent excursion!!!See More
Answered by VAcruisenut on March 6, 2023
A: We took a boat to Goffs Caye. If you are a beach person and want clear blue water and white soft sand go here. Relaxing and beautiful. No water sports. It’s a private little island. They have a good stand and bathrooms.
Answered by carolann1977 on March 7, 2023
A: I never recommend staying on the ship at a port you've not visited before. My first (and only) trip to Belize via cruise ship I chose not to book an excursion beforehand, and instead ended up booking something from a tour company in port. I had a gre... at time!See More
Answered by LisaKitty on March 7, 2023
A: we did the cave tubing with zip lining and atv in Jungle with an amazing lunch. long ride to and from, but so worth it.
Answered by hollysmomtravel on March 7, 2023
A: We did an excursion through the ship it’s was pretty cool, took a River boat to Lamani Ecological Reserve, walking tour to Mayan Ruins we heard Hollar Monkeys in the trees lots of beautiful foliage and great for photos.
Answered by Eury66 on March 7, 2023
A: Staying on the ship takes away from YOUR EXPERIENCE. Everyone has an opinion and it is your lose if you don’t get off the ship yourself and at least know for yourself if you like it. We did a bus tour was amazing! Port is great for shopping for gifts
Answered by ididit on March 7, 2023
A: There are around 100+ shops and restaurants in the port compound. It is not advisable to go out of the compound unless on an excursion for safety reasons.
Answered by taacman on March 6, 2023
A: With the length of the tender loading and transit to the dock, don't bother leaving the ship unless you have already arranged a organized tour (through the ship or w/ a 3rd party that meets at/very near the dock) or planning on shopping. Not many "at... the dock" tours offered, and the vehicle mounted and manned 50mm guns by the port gate do not instill a sense of safety outside the terminal walls.See More
Answered by maryred on March 7, 2023
A: Hire a taxi cab go to the Mayen ruins and a taxi cab driver. If you give him $100 for the day he’ll drive you all around a very friendly and very nice when I went I saw the Mayen ruins and I went to Honduras the taxi cab driver drove us there.
Answered by DeeGlova on March 7, 2023
A: We've done the excursion to see Mayan ruins and we also just went into the port and checked out some shops.
Answered by srhandler on March 7, 2023
A: We took an excursion to see Mayan ruins, and the trip included lunch. We enjoyed and the tour guide was very informative.
Answered by cdg1960 on March 7, 2023
A: Not much to do there unless you want lunch/a drink or to shop for souvenirs. Long tender ride to the port. We had a drink, looked at shops and then went back to the shop for the day.
Answered by TriciaLamm on March 6, 2023
Q: How safe is Belize? Last time we were there we were told to go in groups or excursions not to go on your on..that was a few years ago….
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A: Things have not changed much for the areas outside of the secured walls of the port. Most still recommend only using trusted guides to go out and about or travel in groups to resort for a day reservations. As for the shopping area within the port tha... t is only passengers and authorized workers, so it is safe.See More
Answered by maryred on January 23, 2023
A: We walked around the city a few years ago and didn’t have any problems. We’re going ago soon and decided to take an excursion out in the jungle ruins because we already saw the city. There wasn’t much in the city. Just shops and houses.
Answered by GriffFamily on January 23, 2023
A: take the Wallace river and myan ruins excursion.
Answered by saltlakedawg on January 24, 2023
A: I went last yr on the Dream.We had a great time and was just me and my boyfriend.
Answered by Cocobrown85 on January 24, 2023
A: If there was any type of significant problem the cruise companies wouldn’t stop there they have the reputation to protect that being said they’re going to tell you it’s dangerous to protect themselves against liability
Answered by donf407 on January 24, 2023
A: I was just there last week and we just stayed by the port. There is alot of shops and some bars too. I felt very safe. But I also didn't go very far from the pier. Have fun.
Answered by srhandler on January 24, 2023
A: Just pay attention to the time we missed the last boat back for the day lucky for us we where on a tour through the ship and they sent a boat just for our group or we would have been S.O.L
Answered by donf407 on January 3, 2023
A: About every 20-30 min. depending on demand.
Answered by jeffmasayo on January 3, 2023
A: We are going to Belize in February and I’m surprised there are no beach excursions from our ship.
Answered by LaRaeB on January 3, 2023
A: Just got back in December they run every 30 minutes
Answered by RVStaggs on January 6, 2023
A: I was there on serenade in November. it ran about every 30 minutes.
Answered by imready2cruise on January 5, 2023
Q: For some reason, Carnival doesn't offer any snorkeling excursions here... does anyone offer snorkelling at Belize anymore?
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A: Just booked yesterday thru’ the Carnival website the “sharks, rays, barrier reef snorkel and island escape” so they still have them at least for this upcoming February 2023. Great reviews so I can’t wait!
Answered by Ocean53 on November 20, 2022
A: Cruiseline.com has partnership with Shore Excursion Group which offers Snorkeling excursions. https://cruiseline.com/excursions/port/belize-city-belize. Contact info for Shore Excursion Group:Office Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00am-6:00pm EST; Sat-Sun closedC... all Toll Free: 1.866.999.6590 (also available outside of normal operating hours for travel emergencies)Email: https://www.shoreexcursionsgroup.com/contact-usSee More
Answered by LetsGo2022 on November 17, 2022
A: Goff's cay isn't listed... it must still be under construction
Answered by GuysBurgersMmm on November 17, 2022
A: it's not offered on carnival's website
Answered by GuysBurgersMmm on November 16, 2022
A: We did the calypso trolly tour perfect for mommies to be.
Answered by jimbo502 on November 15, 2022
A: The Calypso train tour has already been mentioned. My friend and I (neither pregnant) did this tour last year and we loved it. Our guide was funny and informative, and took us all around the town, with a couple of stops to take photos.
Answered by TravellerMel on August 16, 2023
Q: on the small boats that take you to the port are there any bathrooms on them ? and how long of a ride is it
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A: no bathrooms. there's a wait sitting on the ferry waiting on the ferry boat to fill up with guests. the ride to the island is less than 10 minutes. enjoy🤠.
Answered by ddcoth3 on October 31, 2022
A: For Belize, the tender boat ride is about 20 minutes. Thanks
Answered by Carnivalfoodie on November 3, 2022
A: no bathrooms but ride was pretty quick. the longest part was waiting for it to fill up.
Answered by KiylieCrisp on October 31, 2022
A: It’s a 20 minute plus ride and depends on the water conditions. Shuttles hold around 200 people
Answered by taacman on October 31, 2022
A: I have never seen any on the tender, but waiting for it to fill is the longest part...typically the ride to shore is very quick..
Answered by Farmhouse2 on October 31, 2022
A: There is a bathroom anywhere if you try hard enough 🤣 seriously just a few minutes can see the dock from the ship
Answered by donf407 on October 31, 2022
Q: What is the port like? Is there good Sandy beaches and swimming right as you get to Belize City or do you have to travel to get to a good beach?
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A: You're gonna love it, just relax an enjoy the sites and people
Answered by CRUISESBYPROTOC on August 11, 2022
A: No beaches within the city limits and if not on a ship's sponsored tour to one of the Cayes for swimming expect to spend at least 45 minutes on a second ferry to go out to 1. Belize City is a tender port an the ship's have to anchor pretty far off sh... ore vecause of the reef system.See More
Answered by maryred on August 11, 2022
A: There is no sandy beach at this port. Good shopping, but takes planning to get to any beach.
Answered by cbyron3 on August 11, 2022
A: We booked with the ship thank god we did our bus got a flat tire we had to wait for new bus and missed the last tinder boat Carnival arranged a tinder boat to wait for us to get back we where over a hour late had we went with a private company things... might have differentSee More
Answered by donf407 on May 12, 2022
A: If Carnival still offers the “Taste of Belize”, please take it. It was a wonderful experience and some awesome foods and drinks. We were introduced to a Belize coconut rum that you can only purchase in country. I wished we’d purchased a case. Additio... nally, some great hot sauces - bought like 4 on the tour.See More
Answered by ynotbbad on May 12, 2022
A: Since this is a tender port (w/ a some achor positions at a 45 transit time) and for some ships a different time zone than ship's time be very careful about arranging 3rd party excursions as inexperienced travelers frequently miss the meet-up time, t... hen have headaches getting a refund.See More
Answered by maryred on May 12, 2022
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Answer QuestionA: I’m a solo cruiser been on about 10 cruises . I’ve done excursions in almost every port of call. Enjoy them all. Never had a issue.
Answered by NCLARRY on March 13, 2022
A: I went on the cave tube tour w my cousin and the guide told us on the bus (1.5hr ride) that would not be stopping until we got there because it was not safe. we had 45 people aboard. I dont recommend going anywhere alone in Belize.
Answered by egnors on March 13, 2022
A: By all means go on an excursion! Meet new people from the ship and see what the ports have to offer.
Answered by sycamoregrill on March 10, 2022
A: I always go on excursions through the shop on my own. my husband likes to stay on the ship. You'll be fine.
Answered by DJM1017 on March 9, 2022
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