Caye Chapel

Caye Chapel is located just a mile and a half south of the popular island of Caye Caulker and has a storied history as an exclusive private island retreat. In the past, the narrow, 280-acre island was primarily known for its 18-hole championship golf course, which catered to wealthy tourists and prominent guests. Today, Caye Chapel is in the midst of a massive transformation, being developed by Four Seasons into an ultra-luxury resort destination. The future master plan includes overwater bungalows, private estate residences, and a world-class marina. Although the ongoing construction currently restricts general access, the island's natural assets remain unquestionable. The waters surrounding Caye Chapel are calm, crystal clear, and rich in marine life, as the island sits safely protected behind the barrier reef. Tarpon and bonefish actively swim in the shallow flats, making the surrounding waters highly attractive for fly fishermen. The long sandy beaches along the eastern edge have been carefully maintained, providing an idyllic tropical backdrop far removed from the hustle of heavier-trafficked neighboring islands. In the future, reaching Caye Chapel is expected to be arranged via private water taxis from Belize City or Caye Caulker, as well as by helicopter or small planes landing on the island's private airstrip. The best time to travel to this region is between December and May, when the climate is at its most reliable. Until its official grand reopening, the island is primarily of interest to sailors who drop anchor offshore to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the area.

Nearby cities

Belize City (Belize District Capital)

The largest city and former capital of Belize, and capital of the Belize District.

Ladyville

The largest village in the Belize District, near the international airport.

Caye Caulker Village

A laid-back village on the island of the same name with the motto 'Go Slow'.

Burrell Boom

A historic Creole village on the Belize River.

Hattieville

A settlement founded for the victims of Hurricane Hattie.

Sand Hill

A growing village in the Belize District, located at a major junction on the Phillip Goldson Highway.

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Maskall

An old village on the Old Northern Highway, serving as the gateway to the famous Altun Ha Maya site.

Crooked Tree

A village on an island within a lagoon, a paradise for birdwatchers.

Biscayne

A small settlement on the Northern Highway.

Gardenia

A village on the Northern Highway.

Gales Point

A remote Creole village on a peninsula, known for its manatees.

Gales Point Manatee

A Creole village also known as Manatee, an important sanctuary for manatees.

Nature

Belize River

The longest and most important river in Belize, flowing through the center of the country.

More places

Swallow Caye Manatee Reserve

A marine protected area that provides habitat for Caribbean manatees.

Southern Long Caye

An elongated mangrove island located within the Belize Barrier Reef.

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Bacalar Chico National Park

A unique marine reserve and national park where the Belize Barrier Reef meets the Yucatan Peninsula.

Turneffe Atoll

The largest and most biologically diverse atoll in Belize.

Hol Chan Marine Reserve

A famous reef reserve with turtles, rays, and abundant fish.

Gales Point Peninsula

A peninsula known for its community-based manatee conservation project.

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Mullins River Hills

Coastal hills in the Stann Creek District, situated near the historic Mullins River settlement.

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Community Baboon Sanctuary

A community-protected habitat network for howler monkeys in the Belize District.