Saltwater flats · Caribbean & Mexico

Ambergris Caye

San Pedro · Belize

A beach-town base with flats a short run away, easy to combine with a family trip instead of a remote lodge.

Dec–Jul for bonefish and permit (Mar–Jun prime); tarpon Apr–Sep

Target species
Bonefish, permit, tarpon
Guide day rate
$480–650Full-day skiff, up to 2 anglersSource: fishingbooker.comChecked October 2026
Lodge or package
$4,600 plus tax for 6 nights and 6 fishing days, double occupancy (Blue Bonefish Lodge, 2026)Source: duranglers.com
Trip style
Guide recommended
Access
Wade & boat
Public access
Moderate
Crowding
Medium
Difficulty
Intermediate
Fly into
BZE Belize City15-min flight to San Pedro

Getting there

Fly into BZE Belize City, then 15-min flight to San Pedro. The last leg is by air; there's no road.

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