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Caye Caulker

Caye Caulker is a fairly inexpensive (or at least, was) diving destination that is very laid-back and offers unreal diving and other water sports. If you are looking for good beaches, this is not your destination. Check out my Honduras page for the best in beaches - or - plan on making a trip to the neighboring Caye of Ambergris.

Golf carts and bikes are the prefered mode of transport here. No noise, pollution or need to stress about getting around. You can walk anywhere or hitch a ride on a golf cart.

From Caye Caulker you can snorkel with nurse sharks and rays in 'Shark Ray Alley' and also partake in some good, chilled nightlife.

Diving from Caye Caulker

Caye Caulker' from the reef

While in CC, I dove with Frenchie's which was very good and have had friends dive there, since my trip. All reports have been excellent. Great thing is, the reef is just minutes off shore. Places like the Blue Hole and the Turneffe Islands are alternate (but very expensive) options.

If you're looking to get certified on your next trip, you might want to consider checking out Honduras. The diving is just as good but almost half the price! If interested, check out my Honduras page and my travelogue 'How to choose a good dive shop'

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Caving in the Cayo District

Cayo District - Sacraficial Human Remains

Explore the caves of "Actun Tunichil Muknal" (Cave of the Stone Sepulchre) not far from San Ignacio. This is a 2-3 day (guided) trip where you camp in the jungle, explore recently discovered ruins (still covered in jungle), repell a rock face to view sacraficial pottery, explore caves and swim in cave filtered water while sweltering in 40 degree heat. Watch out for the assassin beetles!

Check out my 'Off The Beaten Path Tips' for more info.

Pros and Cons

Pros:Great diving and jungle adventure
Cons:A little rich
In a nutshell:Recommended, if you like adventure-driven travel

Last visit to Belize: Apr 2001
Intro Updated Oct 10, 2003
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Caving in Cayo District: Part V Off The Beaten Path (8)

Most pottery and skeletal remains in the cave are calcified right into the cave floor. These sacrifices were performed... more travel advice

Entrance - Actun Tunichil Muknal - Belize

Caving in Cayo District: Part IV Off The Beaten Path (8)

The Cave - Actun Tunichil Muknal The trip into the cave starts with a short swim. The water flowing out of Actun... more travel advice

Rapelling for a look into the past - Belize

Caving in Cayo District: Part III Off The Beaten Path (8)

Day II You'll probably start your day by exploring the ancient uncovered city. Saddly, it's been looted quite... more travel advice

Caving in Cayo District: Part II Off The Beaten Path (8)

Base camp consists of simple thatched roof coverings protecting you from the falling fruit of the massive cahuna palm.... more travel advice

What to Pack (2)
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Transportation (1)
Chicken buses, hitch hiking
Warnings Or Dangers (3)
See All Parasites & Going Barefoot
Things to Do (2)
See All Tubing the Mopan river from Xunantinich

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Written Oct 10, 2003

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Comments (26)

hunterV Oct 18, 2009 at 4:20 AM Report Abuse

Thanks for your interesting and detailed story, Te! ><><
Bwana_Brown Jun 16, 2006 at 1:45 AM Report Abuse

Wow, you really enjoyed your time in Belize from the sound of things! That is quite a pile of adventures you racked up while there! Thanks for the excellent tips and pics. I'm happy to report, that most things you mention are still in good order!
zlatiq Jun 13, 2006 at 8:45 AM Report Abuse

sweet...mayan ruins with no tourists??? u think it's still the same now? i'll keep reading:)
EliseB Apr 22, 2006 at 10:43 AM Report Abuse

We did the ATM tour too, but we did the 7 hour version. Totally recommend it! Wonderful experience.
RedEaredPanda Nov 27, 2005 at 2:24 AM Report Abuse

Excellent page on Belize.. Makes me wanna explore its mayan ruins in near future.. Thanks for sharing!!!
JetlagCity Mar 3, 2005 at 4:43 PM Report Abuse

Impressive adventure traveling you've done here, with an impressive list of dangers to go with it! I've visited some of the Mayan ruins, but haven't done any caving... yet.
easyoar Mar 3, 2005 at 3:03 PM Report Abuse

Other pages I have seen on Belize have given me the impression that it is just a beach holiday. You look like you had a much more exciting time! I could do without all of those ticks and parasites though. Very nice page!
ExGuyParis Jul 2, 2004 at 2:14 AM Report Abuse

Wow. Tarantulas, scorpions assassin beetles, remains from human sacrifice... dangerous beauty.
smyturn May 31, 2004 at 8:02 PM Report Abuse

Can't decide which page is my favorite...How do you make bugs, crabs, parasites and human remains sound so inviting?? Quite an art! Can I carry your bags on your next trip??
Etoile2B May 13, 2004 at 3:37 PM Report Abuse

Great Belize pages! It's helping me plan out my trip to Central America next year.