Getting to Coco Plum Island Resort, Belize

Is international airfare to Belize included in the package price?

*No, packages do not include international airfare to Belize. All packages do include accommodations in a private cabana, all meals, snacks when on tours and a bar snack daily, unlimited local alcoholic drinks, mocktails, smoothies, soft drinks, juices, coffee, and tea and unlimited water sports activities. Your arrival and departure boat transfer to and from the mainland as well as the cost of the local flight from the Belize City airport (BZE) is included in packages. We will set up this local Belizean flight for you, through the booking process we will collect your international flight details to coordinate the local transfers. For group bookings and island rentals we do have a different process.

To provide a smooth experience for island rentals and group travel, all group reservations include shared round trip ground transportation with one scheduled arrival and departure time. This approach helps our team coordinate transfers efficiently, handle luggage with care, and ensure your group arrives together, relaxed and ready to enjoy the resort. Our team manages every step, making sure all guests and their luggage are transported smoothly while overseeing the logistics from arrival through the transfer to the resort.

What are the entry requirements for Belize?

Entry requirements vary by nationality. All visitors should travel with a valid passport, a return or onward ticket, and sufficient funds for their stay. Passport validity requirements may vary based on your nationality and onward travel plans, so please confirm the current requirements with Belize Immigration and your airline before departure.

Visitors are generally admitted to Belize for up to 30 days. Travelers planning to stay longer must apply for a Visitor's Permit Extension through the Belize Immigration Department.

Children under 18 must travel with a valid passport and appropriate parental consent documentation. A child traveling with only one parent should carry a notarized letter of consent from the other parent.

Visa requirements also vary by nationality. Please use the official Belize Immigration visa checker to confirm whether a visa is required for your visit.

Belize also offers a free online arrival and departure declaration form that travelers may complete before their trip. Visit the Belize Tourism Board's Getting Here page for the form and the latest travel information.

Entry requirements are subject to change. We recommend verifying the latest requirements with Belize Immigration, the Belize Tourism Board, and your airline before traveling.

How do I get to Belize City?

Book your international flight to Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport, using airport code BZE. The airport is located in Ladyville, near Belize City, and all commercial international flights to Belize arrive there.

International airfare is not included in our package rates and must be booked directly with your preferred airline or travel advisor. Belize is served by nonstop flights from several cities in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. Some routes operate seasonally, so please confirm current schedules directly with your airline.

For the most current airline and route information, visit the Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport airline page.

Special Note: Be sure to schedule your international flight to arrive in Belize City (BZE) by 3:45 pm. Why? The last local flight from Belize City to Dangriga departs between 4:30 pm and 5:00 pm. For your international DEPARTURE flight times, we recommend booking an international flight that leaves Belize around 12PM to allow sufficient travel time back to the Belize International Airport. We want to make certain you arrive back to BZE international airport at least 3 hours (required) prior to your international departure time.

Boat transfers times for CHECK-OUT are at 7:45am and at 11:00am. Should you wish to schedule a boat ride at a different time there is a surcharge fee of US$90 per couple. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us directly if you have any questions about flight times.

Please note that boat transfer times may be subject to change due to external factors which include but are not limited to imposed international flight schedule changes.

Am I responsible for booking my flight from Belize City to Dangriga?

No. The cost of the local round trip flight to and from the international airport in Belize City and Dangriga is included in the package rates and the flight time is approximately 20 minutes. Once you have made your reservations with us, during the booking process, we will collect your international flight itinerary (*packages do not include international airfare). We generally book the local flights to and from Belize City and Dangriga the month prior to your arrival. Group and island rental booking transfers differ, see policy page.

How do I get to Coco Plum from Belize City?

The Belize City International Airport (BZE) is the only international airport in Belize and is relatively small compared to other international airports. Once you have arrived in Belize at the Philip Goldson International Airport in Belize City, your adventure begins. Normally you will need about 45 - 60 minutes to collect your luggage, pass through immigration, and clear customs. It can take a bit longer during peak travel days and/or seasons. After clearing customs at Philip Goldson International Airport, take an immediate left in the same building and check in with your scheduled local airline. They will be expecting you and will assist you with getting onto your local flight. Our Reservation Team has pre-booked this local flight from Belize City to Dangriga on your behalf in accordance with your international flight itinerary. Then proceed to the domestic departures lounge where there are duty-free shops, gift shops, and a small restaurant and bar. During peak season, please allow up to 90 minutes to clear immigration and customs.

Most guests opt to fly on a local carrier from the Philip Goldson International Airport (BZE) in Belize City to Dangriga. The local flight from Belize International to Dangriga Town takes approximately 20 minutes and is quite an exhilarating experience, since you will be flying over some of the most gorgeous views in Central America. Our picturesque Caribbean Sea and lush rainforests make for the ultimate flying experience. We will set up this local Belizean flight for you, through the booking process we will collect your international flight details to coordinate the local transfers. The cost of this local flight is included in packages although for groups and island rentals we use ground transportion instead.

When you land at the Dangriga airport/airstrip, you will be greeted by a member of our staff. It is a very small airport and very few people deplane, so recognizing you is not a problem. However, for your peace of mind, the driver will either be wearing a Coco Plum or EZ Investment uniform (EZ Investment is our parent company). Please also keep in mind that the employees of the local airline are also very familiar with our staff members, so you can always ask them if you have any questions about the staff. If you are early for the scheduled boat out to the island our staff member you will take you to a nearby restaurant for a snack, otherwise, they will drive you to the boat dock (about a 10 minute drive) to depart for a 30 minute boat ride to the island...soon to be greeted by a famous Mosquito Bite cocktail!

What if I am already in Belize and arriving from another resort?

Some guests stay with us after (or before) visiting a hotel or resort on the mainland. In those instances, ask your hotel to drop you off at our Dangriga office. It is best to have your hotel call our Dangriga office at 522-2200 (local Dangriga number) the day prior to your arrival to arrange a drop-off time. Kindly note the office hours on our Contact page.

The directions to the office are as follows:

The office is located at 3396 Ecumenical Dr, Dangriga Town, Belize. Turn left onto Ecumenical Drive if you are driving to Dangriga from Belmopan. Once on Ecumenical Drive, our office is on the right side in a light grey and dark grey large concrete building across the street from the Ecumenical Junior College.