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Islands in Belize

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Islands in Belize

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A number of postcard-perfect islands dot the coast of Belize. The islands - which are also known as cayes - sport palm trees, beautiful beaches, and access to turquoise water. Coral reefs lie offshore, offering up fabulous snorkeling and scuba diving opportunities. On a day trip to one of these islands, plan to picnic on the beach and swim in the ocean, a quintessential Belize experience.

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Goff's Caye

Goff's Caye

Frequented by cruise ship passengers and day-trippers from Belize City and Caye Caulker, Goff’s Caye is a tiny palm-covered island about 30 minutes off the coast of Belize City. Islands like Ambergris Caye and Caye Caulker offer a fun beach scene, but Goff’s Caye allows you to truly sink in to the Belizean Caribbean without any distraction, on an excursion with just a few other visitors. It’s right near the Belize Barrier Reef, giving you the chance to observe a bit of marine wildlife on a snorkeling excursion.
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Half Moon Caye

Half Moon Caye

Half Moon Caye is a 45-acre (18-ha) crescent-shaped island at the southern tip of Lighthouse Reef Atoll, an hour and a half off the coast of Belize City. Home to iguanas, red footed boobies, and a beautiful fringing reef, this area was set aside in 1981 as one of Belize’s first established nature reserves.
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