Travel Costs in Belize
All figures are approximate estimates in USD for comparison.
- Budget / day
- $65
- Mid-range / day
- $150
- Luxury / day
- $400
- Budget meal
- $7
- Coffee
- $3.5
- Local transport
- $1.5
- Budget hotel
- $30
- Mid-range hotel
- $100
Overview
Belize is one of the more expensive countries in Central America, largely because it uses the Belize dollar pegged at 2:1 to the USD, imported goods are costly, and popular tourist destinations like the cayes carry a significant island premium. Activities such as diving, snorkeling tours, and jungle excursions add up quickly and are the primary budget drivers for most visitors. Compared to neighbors like Guatemala or Honduras, travelers will generally find their money goes noticeably less far in Belize.
Notes
Save significantly by eating at local 'cook shops' serving rice, beans, and stewed chicken rather than tourist-facing restaurants, and consider basing yourself in Caye Caulker instead of Ambergris Caye for accommodation and food that can cost 30-50% less while offering a similar Caribbean experience.