Belize’s Leading Destination Management Company (DMC)
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2025
Splash DMC is Belize’s premier Destination Management Company, delivering bespoke travel planning, luxury experiences, and seamless event management across the country. With over 25 years in Belize’s tourism industry, we specialize in creating immersive journeys; from barrier reef adventures and jungle expeditions to cultural tours, wellness retreats, and corporate events. Our team combines local expertise, award-winning service, and trusted partnerships to design experiences that are personalized, authentic, and unforgettable.
Founded in 2000 as a PADI 5-Star Dive Center, Splash expanded into a full-service DMC in 2010, growing beyond the reef to showcase the very best of Belize. Today, we coordinate custom itineraries, luxury accommodations, private transfers, curated tours, group travel, incentives, and destination events with unmatched precision and care. Our deep roots in tourism and community partnerships give us exclusive access to Belize’s top resorts, local guides, conservation experiences, and hidden gems.
Our excellence has been recognized nationwide, earning distinctions such as Belize Tour Operator of the Year and the Hospitality Award for outstanding service and guest satisfaction. Whether you are planning a dive vacation, cultural immersion, family getaway, corporate retreat, or special event, Splash DMC ensures every detail is handled seamlessly from start to finish.
San Pedro.
San Pedro, Ambergris Caye has transformed from a humble fishing village into Belize’s most iconic island destination, famous for its lively atmosphere and unbeatable access to the Belize Barrier Reef, located just minutes offshore. Today, the island combines Caribbean charm with modern comforts, offering a vibrant mix of beach bars, boutique hotels, and the signature golf cart lifestyle that defines island living. Travelers can enjoy world-class marine adventures at Hol Chan Marine Reserve, Shark Ray Alley, and the reef’s stunning wall dives making San Pedro one of the top snorkeling and scuba diving destinations in the Caribbean. With sunset sailing, fresh seafood restaurants, energetic nightlife, local shopping, and beautiful sandy beaches, San Pedro delivers everything you need for an unforgettable island getaway in Belize.
How To Get To
San Pedro, Ambergris Caye
Getting to San Pedro, Ambergris Caye is easy, convenient, and offers travelers two scenic transportation options. The fastest way is a 15-minute domestic flight from Belize City; either from the Philip Goldson International Airport (BZE) or the Belize City Municipal Airport with Tropic Air or Maya Island Air. These short flights provide breathtaking aerial views of the Belize Barrier Reef as you approach the island. For a more budget-friendly option, travelers can take the water taxi, a 1.5-hour ride from Belize City that arrives directly in San Pedro’s vibrant beachfront town center. With frequent daily departures by both airlines and water taxi operators, reaching San Pedro is smooth, reliable, and perfect for any travel style.
What To Do in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye
San Pedro is a vibrant, busy island with endless things to do—from reef adventures and water sports to lively beach bars, great restaurants, and nonstop island energy.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling from San Pedro, Ambergris Caye is one of the top experiences in Belize, thanks to the Belize Barrier Reefsitting just a mile offshore. The island’s most famous sites—Hol Chan Marine Reserve and Shark Ray Alley—are only minutes away by boat, offering the chance to swim alongside nurse sharks, stingrays, turtles, and vibrant reef life. San Pedro also provides easy access to other incredible snorkeling spots such as Mexico Rocks, Tres Cocos, and Coral Gardens, known for their calm, shallow waters, colorful coral formations, and abundant tropical fish. With fast boat rides and world-class marine biodiversity, San Pedro is one of the best bases in Belize for unforgettable snorkeling adventures.
Scuba Diving
Scuba diving from San Pedro, Ambergris Caye places you right on the edge of the Belize Barrier Reef, with dozens of world-class dive sites only 5–10 minutes away by boat. Divers can explore dramatic coral walls, deep canyons, and exciting swim-throughs teeming with nurse sharks, turtles, stingrays, and large schools of tropical fish. San Pedro also serves as a prime departure point for full-day dive trips to the Great Blue Hole, Turneffe Atoll, and Lighthouse Reef, offering unforgettable experiences for beginners and advanced divers alike. With quick access to top sites and exceptional marine biodiversity, San Pedro is one of Belize’s premier scuba diving destinations.
Fishing
Fishing from San Pedro, Ambergris Caye gives anglers access to some of the best waters in the Caribbean, with the Belize Barrier Reef just minutes away and expansive flats stretching for miles. Reef fishing offers plenty of action with species like snapper, grouper, and barracuda, while the flats are famous for bonefish, tarpon, and permit—making San Pedro a top destination for pursuing a Belize Grand Slam. During the right season, offshore trips target wahoo, mahi-mahi, and tuna, adding even more excitement for experienced anglers. With expert local guides, fast boat access, and year-round fishing opportunities, San Pedro delivers an unforgettable angling experience for beginners and pros alike.
Sailing
Sailing from San Pedro to Caye Caulker is one of the most scenic experiences in Belize, following a stunning route along the Belize Barrier Reef. The journey typically takes 1.5 to 2 hours, depending on wind and sea conditions, and offers constant views of turquoise water and coral shallows. Many tour operators provide full-day sailing trips that depart from San Pedro, stop for snorkeling at top sites like Hol Chan Marine Reserve or Shark Ray Alley, and then continue south to Caye Caulker for lunch, beach time, and a few hours of exploring the island. The return sail follows the protected reef line, offering calm waters, steady trade winds, and some of the most iconic coastal views in Belize.
Secret Beach
Secret Beach in San Pedro is one of Ambergris Caye’s most popular daytime destinations, famous for its calm, crystal-clear turquoise water and laid-back island vibe. Located on the west side of the island, it’s about a 20–30 minute golf cart ride from downtown San Pedro, with a route that takes you through mangroves and quiet, undeveloped landscapes before reaching the lively waterfront. Once there, visitors find beach bars, restaurants, loungers, floating docks, and shallow, sandbar-like water that looks and feels like a natural saltwater pool. Secret Beach isn’t a traditional wave-filled shoreline—instead, it’s ideal for swimming, relaxing, enjoying cold drinks, and watching some of the best sunsets on Ambergris Caye.
Sunset Cruise
A sunset cruise in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye is one of the most breathtaking experiences in Belize, offering unforgettable views as catamarans glide along the island’s coastline with the Belize Barrier Reef just a mile offshore. The calm, protected waters create a smooth and relaxing sail, perfect for unwinding as the sky shifts into shades of gold, pink, and orange over the Caribbean Sea. With refreshing drinks, great music, and that signature island atmosphere, a San Pedro sunset cruise delivers the perfect blend of romance, relaxation, and tropical beauty—making it a must-do experience on Ambergris Caye.
Where to Stay in San Pedro
Choosing where to stay in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye depends on the type of vacation vibe you’re looking for. North San Pedro is known for its quieter, more upscale beachfront resorts, wide stretches of coastline, and peaceful atmosphere—ideal for couples, families, and travelers seeking privacy, relaxation, and a scenic escape close to the reef. South San Pedro, by contrast, is closer to town and offers easy access to restaurants, bars, beach clubs, shops, and tour operators, making it perfect for visitors who want a lively, social, and convenient base. Both areas offer beautiful Caribbean views, but the North delivers tranquility and seclusion, while the South brings vibrant energy and island fun.
Where To Eat in San Pedro
Breakfast
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Estel's Dine By the Sea
Green Expresso Cafe
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Coffee
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Green Expresso Cafe
Lavish Habit
The Farm House
Rum + Bean
Sixteen Ounces
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Desserts
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Belize Chocolate Company
Green Expresso Cafe
Charmaine Cafe
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Bars
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Palapa Bar and Grill
Wayos
Sandy Toes
The Hula Bar
Liv Agave Beach Club
Sunset Rooftop
Maxie's (Club)**
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Lunch
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Caramba
Palapa Bar and Grill
The Truck Stop
Maxie's Restaurant**
Elvis Kitchen**
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Dinner
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Hidden Treasure**
Elvis Kitchen**
Maxie's Restaurant**
Jyoto Sushi**
Caramba
Red Ginger
Gonzalo and Princess​
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Top Events in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye
San Pedro, Ambergris Caye hosts some of Belize’s most exciting annual events, each showcasing the island’s culture, music, and community spirit. El Gran Carnaval de San Pedro, held in the days before Ash Wednesday, features traditional street painting, lively comparsas, and the symbolic burning of Juan Carnaval. On June 29th, the town celebrates Día de San Pedro, honoring its patron saint with a Catholic mass, fishing-heritage activities, and community festivities. Mid-June brings San Pedro Lobsterfest, marking the start of lobster season with food booths, culinary competitions, and island-wide celebrations. In July, the Belize International Music and Food Festival, a major culinary and entertainment event that highlights top restaurants, chefs, and live performers.Every August, the island welcomes the International Costa Maya Festival and the Grand Caribe Fishing Tournament. In December, the Holiday Lighted Boat Parade lights up the coast with beautifully decorated vessels. Together, these events make San Pedro one of Belize’s most vibrant and festive destinations year-round.
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