No one is sure why this 5 square-mile island off the eastern coast of Belize is called “Caye Caulker.” It may be a mispronunciation of the island’s early name, “Caye Hicaco.” Today, Caye Caulker contains a small village that still maintains the culture and traditions of its earliest settlers. Hotels and lodging are small and cozy, and many businesses are small and locally owned.

Visitors to this island will find plenty to do, including shopping, dining, dancing, fishing, wind surfing, swimming, and birdwatching. The island can be reached by plane or by the water taxi that runs from Belize City on the mainland. Map

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