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Boat approaching Shaka Caye private island
The easiest island to reach in the Caribbean

One boat ride. No layovers, no puddle jumpers.

Nine miles from Belize City, a 30–35 minute ride across open blue water.

How it works

No connecting flights. No small aircraft.

Fly into Belize City and you're on the island within the hour. Unlike many private islands in the region, Shaka Caye doesn't require a puddle jumper flight or a long overland transfer — just a short boat ride.

  • No layovers
  • No shuttles
  • No puddle jumper flights
Map showing Shaka Caye's location near Belize City and St. George's Caye
Step by step

From the airport to the island.

01

Land in Belize City

Fly into Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport (BZE), just outside Belize City.

02

Transfer to the marina

A short transfer brings you to the boat dock where your island transfer departs.

03

Board the boat

Round-trip boat transfer is included with your stay — no separate booking needed.

04

Arrive at Shaka Caye

A 30–35 minute ride across open water and you're on the island, ready to check in.

Map showing the route from Belize City to Shaka Caye
Where is Shaka Caye

Little Frenchman Caye, Belize District.

A quarter mile northeast of St. George's Caye, roughly 30–35 minutes by boat from Belize City.
Coordinates: 17.567304, -88.069031.

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Plan your route.

Check availability for your dates, or contact the team with questions about flights and transfers.

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