Caye Caulker is the second largest of the approximately 200 small islands located off the coast of Belize. Half a mile wide and less than five miles long, it is also the second most populous of the Belizean cayes with about 1,300 full-time residents.

Caye Caulker Village is located at the southern end of the “split” a watery passage created in1961 by Hurricane Hattie. The split divides the north and south ends of the island. The swampy north end, now a Marine Reserve, is primarily a domain for mangroves, coconuts, and nesting birds.

Within the village, there are 3 main streets that parallel each other and are named Front, Middle, and Back Streets. From Front Street, the reef, about a mile offshore, is clearly visible and follows the shoreline where brightly colored clapboard houses, small shops, seaside pubs, restaurants and many of the villages accommodations can be found.

Caye Caulker, once primarily a fishing community, still retains its laid back fishing village ambiance, while becoming well-known among the backpacking community for its party and night life and as an island destination for anyone looking for a beach-oriented vacation at modest prices. Golf carts, bikes and feet are the modes of transportation.

Caye Caulker is situated 21 miles northeast of Belize City and 11 miles south of Ambergris Caye; a short 10-minute flight or scenic 45 minute water-taxi-ride, from the mainland.