Caye Caulker has no cars. The streets are sand, the island is small, and the whole point is that you slow down. Here is how getting around works, especially from the north side where Casa Vista Belize sits.
Walking
Most of the village can be walked end to end in about 20 minutes. On the north side, restaurants are a few hundred yards from the house, and the landing at The Split is about a half mile away. Walk barefoot or in sandals like everyone else.
Bikes
Bikes are the best way to cover ground. We keep 5 to 10 at the house for guests at no charge. If your group wants a set held, ask before you arrive.
Golf cart taxis
In the village, golf cart taxis wait at the water taxi dock and the airstrip and can be called anywhere. They charge about $5 US per cart, not per person, so a group splits one fare. Golf carts can also be rented for your stay. Book a week ahead in high season.
The Split to Split boat
The Split is the channel that divides the island. A small boat crosses it on demand all day.
- Crossing is free
- For $5 US per person the boat runs straight to our dock, which is the easy way with luggage or after dinner
- After hours, call at least an hour ahead
Boat taxis and restaurant pickups
Boat taxis will take you anywhere around the island, and several north side restaurants send their own boat for dinner guests.
Getting off the island
Water taxis to Belize City and San Pedro leave from the dock in the middle of the village. Flights leave from the airstrip at the south end. For the full route from the airport, see How to Get to Caye Caulker.
What you will not need
A rental car, a ride share app or a map app. Map pins on the island are unreliable. Ask for a WhatsApp location pin and ask a local, who will point you there.