Is it safe to travel in Belize?

While no country can ever guarantee you that nothing will go wrong, Belize is generally a very safe country for visitors. The country is very rural in aspect, and even the largest municipality (Belize City) has only 70,000 inhabitants.

What is the main transportation in Belize?

Public transport

Most Belizeans travel the country using public buses as their primary form of transportation. In the larger towns and cities, such as Belize City or Belmopan, there are bus terminals. In smaller places, there are bus stops.

Does Belize have Uber?

Belize does not have any rideshare services like Uber or Lyft. The primary ways to get around are taxis, water taxis, transportation shuttles, local public buses, and local airlines. You can rent a car, but gas is expensive and many roads in Belize are unpaved and even unmarked.

Should I rent a car in Belize?

Belize is only 113 km or so (70 miles) wide, and around 402km (250 miles) long. Renting a car is an excellent way to see the country. If you are going to the Mountain Pine Ridge area of the Cayo District, or to the Gallon Jug or Lamanai areas, you will certainly need a four-wheel-drive vehicle.

Can you drive in Belize with a US license?

Visitors planning to drive in Belize will need to be 18 years or older and have a valid driver license or international driving permit in order to rent a car and/or drive around legally. If you have a US driver license do not worry, it is a valid driver license in Belize.

How much is car rental in Belize?

When is it cheapest to rent a car in Belize City?
All $56 – $82
Family size $58 – $91
Economy $56 – $72