Amigo Travel If you picture this island paradise as your room, Amigo travel is your bellhop. They are your gateway to the surrounding wonders of the Caribbean Sea and Central America. Amigo Travel is the long arm of excitement on Ambergris Caye. When you're rested and ready to explore, trust them to get you there on time and take care of all the details. Coming to this magic island is all about relaxing and unwinding.  Gach and his crew know that, and make it look easy!

We can only show a few of the many tours and dives that Amigo Travel offers, as they book almost everything that you can do on the island.  They are also THE people to see if planning your wedding in this tropical paradise.

They'll take care of many of the details necessary to make your Wedding and Honeymoon a tremendous success for all involved.  We'll have much more on this soon, so check back here if you've been thinking of a tropical Wedding!


Inland Tours!

Note, all prices are quoted in US currency for your convenience!

Best of Belize

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Experience the best of Belize's mainland. Travel the Western Highway along scenic creole villages in an air-conditioned van, with a personal, knowledgeable guide, to the spectacular Maya ruins of XUNANTUNICH. Across the Macal River, on a hilltop, is the largest Maya ceremonial center consisting of three plazas enclosed by house mounds and palaces.  After experiencing a part of the "Mundo Maya", visit one of Belize's magnificent botanic trails at GUANACASTE National Park. This natural garden consists of several species of trees and aerial plants.
The last stop is the Belize Zoo to visit one of the worlds most famous and ecological zoo's.  The tour includes round trip airfare from San Pedro, to Belize City and back again. Also included are all ground transfers, guides, entry fees and a boxed lunch!

Tour Cost   $------------ Call/person

Altun Ha River Trip

Travel by boat from San Pedro up the Northern River to the mainland, visit the delightful village of Bomba or Mascal. Then travel by taxi to the Maya ruins of Altun Ha, which was a powerful southeastern trading post linking the Caribbean shore with the cities of the interior. Altun Ha reflects the far-reaching influences of Teotihuacan, now called Mexico City. The tour includes; the boat ride, guide, taxi, and entry fees. The tour leaves at 8:30am and returns in the afternoon at 3-4pm.

Tour Cost --------- $60/person

Tikal

Experience 2500 years of history in a single day. Feel the presence of the Maya civilization, towering pyramids, sophisticated stone dwellings and elaborate carvings. In Tikal you'll see evidence of the Maya mathematics and astronomy. Once the Maya left the most advanced civilization of the entire empire, the area has since been occupied by jaguars, spider monkeys and birds. The tour includes round trip airfare, guide, pack lunch, park fees and ground transportation. The tour leaves San Pedro at 7am from the Island Air terminal building and returns late afternoon about 5:15pm.

Tour Cost ---------  $250/person

Tropical Safari

Prepare yourself for the adventure of a lifetime. Dirt roads lead to the Bermudian Landing, home of the endangered Howler Monkeys. Enchant yourself with the lion roar of these small primates that can be heard miles away. Sit by the banks fo the Belize River and watch monkeys gracefully swinging through trees, but careful about the rapids! This sanctuary is also the home of some 50 different species of birds. Birders should be ready to add to their lists - bring your binoculars! The afternoon will be spent at the Maya ruins of Altun-Ha. The tour includes round trip airfare from San Pedro to Belize City and back. Also included are all guides, entry fees, ground transfers and a delicious boxed lunch!

Tour Cost ------------ $call/person

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Jungle Journey

Experience a day in the unbeleizable jungle. Just a few miles away from civilization is Guanacaste Park, a forest reserve along the Roaring Creek River. Explore through a maze of trails. You'll see thousands of enchanting aerial plants. A short drive up the Hummingbird Highway, somewhere in the Cave Branch area, 100 feet below the surface lies the Blue Hole. It is the opening of an underground river.
Experience the thrill of St. Herman's Caves only a mile away. The tour then proceeds to the Nation's Capital, Belmopan, for lunch and a short tour of Independence Hill. On the way back we will bring the jungle to you at the Belize Zoo! Greet our local fauna up close and personal - it's wild.

Tour Cost -------- Call/person

The Lamanai Experience

The ancient Maya pyramids of Lamanai are unique in many ways and the "getting there" is fascinating experience in itself. Lamanai was settled on the banks of the New River Lagoon more than 3,000 years ago by they Maya and was in continuous use until 1641. A Franciscan (Indian) church was built in 1570. During the 1800s the British operated a sugar mill nearby and you can see the remains even today. "LA AMA AN AYIN" means submerged crocodile and so it is no coincidence that carvings of crocodile's features are found on the temples and pottery of the area. You ride down the winding New River is likely to include encounters with a rich variety of bird life, including the rare Jabiru Stork, the largest bird in the Americas. Crocodiles, river otters and turtles are all found in the area. Many types of flora line the waterways. At the end of your trip, the temples of Lamani perch majestically on the waters edge of the New River Lagoon, entreating your return. The tour includes Airfare, guides, boat transfers, and a boxed lunch! Wear comfortable shoes, bring a camera, binoculars, and plenty of film. Shorts and a T-shirt will do.

Tour Cost ----------- Call/person


Island Tours & Snorkeling Expeditions

The Caye Club

A delightful day seeing and visiting many different cayes (islands) with a knowledgeable guide. Swim and snorkel on secluded beaches. Visit little Guana Caye bird sanctuary; enjoy a specially prepared lunch from the sea with our special "rum punch"; visit the mangroves and receive a souvenir membership card. Wear shorts, T-shirt, bring a bathing suit, towel, suntan lotion, camera, snorkel gear, and tennis shoes.

Tour Cost ---------  $50/person

Tortuga Picnic

Let the Tortuga Boat show you our best beach on Ambergris Caye. A full day 10 miles north on the island at Robles Point, where swimming and snorkeling can be enjoyed! Take a walk along our natural beaches famous for turtle hatching or just relax under the shade of a palm tree. A delicious seafood lunch will be prepared by your native guide. Tropical rum punch and soft drinks are provided! The tour leaves at 9:30am at the Tortuga Dive Center.

Tour Cost ---------- $50/person

Caye Caye Tour

Nine miles south of San Pedro rests the tranquil fishing village of Caye Caulker. Imagine yourself, after a 10 minute flight, walking the carefree streets of this colourful island, enjoying the mystique and friendliness of this Belizean village with majestic island trees and cute "gingerbread" houses. Revive your taste buds with undiscovered Belizean Cuisine. After lunch, enjoy a quick boat ride to the sister island of Caye Chapel. Relax the afternoon away sunbathing, swimming, shelling or sipping away cocktails at the Pyramid Isle Bar, or simply doing nothing at all. We meet at 4pm at the Caye Chapel airstrip for your flight back to reality. Tour includes Airfare, boat ride and lunch.

Cost ---------  $65/person

"Me Too!" Catamaran

Sail to the lovely lobster fishing island of Caye Caulker on the catamaran "Me Too". We stop for snorkeling on Belize's great barrier reef, then on to Caye Caulker for lunch. Afterwards, a stroll along the village will introduce you to the culture of a people who know the bounty of the sea. On the way back, the "Me Too" will stop again for more snorkeling, and then sail on to San Pedro. Soft drinks and local beer are provided. Lunch is not included. Bring along an extra T-shirt and towel.

Tour Cost --------- $20/person

Snorkel Turtle

Hop into one of the Tortuga boats for a half day of snorkeling! Explore the underwater world of Mexico and Mata Rocks. There's a jungle down under - seafans, elkhorn coral, brain coral, and colorful fish. Stopover at Tres Cocos Reef. Departure at 9am or 2pm from the Tortuga Dive Center.

Tour Cost --------- $20/person

Hol Chan Park by the Glass Bottom Boat

See the best variety of ocean splendour the largest living Barrier Reef in the Northern Hemisphere can offer. Snorkel with our experienced Sanpedrano guide. Fun for the whole family! The Reef Seeker is best! Soft drinks provided. Daily departures at 9am and 2pm from the Tortuga Dive Center. Snorkel gear and park fee are not included.

Cost ----------- Call/person

Tres Cocos by the Glass Bottom Boat

Snorkel the Tres Cocos Reef, a natural break in the reef with varied formations and a diversity of marine life. Great trip; soft drinks provided. Daily departures a 9am and 2 pm - Tortuga Dive Center.

Cost ---------- Call/person


Experience the best Fishing and Diving
of your life!

There's simply to much diving and too many possibilities to fish for us to list each one here. We'll list a few to give you a taste, but remember, Amigo Travel can put you in the right place at the right time.  Come and prepare yourself to be overwhelmed! Where we quote prices, realize they are subject to change, you should contact us for the latest information.  All prices are in US dollars for your convenience.

Scuba Instruction

PADI, NAUI, and SSI

Scuba review, Scuba Instruction, Referral - Open Water Diver Course, Open Water, Advanced Open Water, Medic First Aid, Rescue Diver, Master Diver/Specialties,

WHEW! If you want to learn or just brush up, we can connect you to the BEST! Prices range from US$45-$225. Email us for the details!

Dive Trips

Blue Hole and Lighthouse Atoll - the most exciting dive of the day is at the famous Blue Hole! Rapid descent to 130 feet where visibility is 90-100 feet. Huge stalactites grace the collapsed roof of this ancient flooded cavern. Cost- $185/diver, $125 for non divers. There is much more on this trip, including a trip to the bird sanctuary on Half Moon Caye! Email for the details.

Turneffe Atoll - Three dives, three great wall dives! Profiles at 60 to 70 feet, 100+ feet visibility. Cost- $140/diver, $110/non diver.

Local Dives - The barrier reef is just 1/4 mile off the the island's east side for most of the length of Ambergris Caye. You can experience Single Tank Dives, Double, Triple, and NIGHT diving. Costs vary between $35 and $65 per diver.

Charter Trips are available - Please email or call our office!

Fishing Excursions

Fishing off this magic isle can be divided into Bottom Fishing, Flats, and Deep Sea. We have it all, and you can enjoy it all while you're here.  Amigo Travel can put you where the fish are, right now!

Bottom Fishing - Includes boat, guide, tackle and bait. The boats are 20'-30' open mahogany construction. Rates are based on 1-4 people. Please contact us for larger groups! Cost - $155/person, half day. Full day, $190/person.

Flats Fishing - Choice of fly fishing, or spin rod. Includes boat, guide, tackle and bait. Rates are for 1-2 people.  Half day - $155/person. Whole day - $190.00

Deep Sea Fishing - 30' fiberglass boat with cabin/tower. Includes boat, guide, tackle and bait. Rates are for 1-4 people. Half Day - $315/person. Whole Day - $430/person 

Night Fishing - Includes boat, guide, tackle and bait. Approximately 4 hours. Rates for 1-4 people. Cost- $190/person.


Air Reservations

We will be glad to make your return reservations to Belize City and on to your home at no charge! We will also reconfirm or change your present reservations for a small charge of $2.50.  Please feel free to contact us with E-Mail at - [email protected].

Link to Ambergris Island Information

Barrier Reef Drive (Front Street)
San Pedro, Ambergris Caye
Belize, Central America
E-Mail - [email protected]
Phone: 011-501-026-2180

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