Belize–Guatemala Ferry Guide 2025: Schedule & Prices

Did you know 🤨 there's a ferry between Belize & Guatemala? While uncommon, it's a very quick way ⏰ of hopping countries in less than an hour instead of going by bus 🚌 for hours.

This quick guide will lay out exactly what you need to know: the schedule, prices, terminals and fees to be aware of for this border crossing.

Besides this border crossing by boat, you can also take the more common route by land by passing through the Benque—Melchor border in Western Belize.

If you are considering doing this ferry border crossing, please keep in mind that traveling from Belize City to Punta Gorda takes almost the entire day by bus.

Belize Guatemala Ferry Map

Punta Gorda—Livingston Ferry Schedule

About The Boat Ride

While the boat ride is relatively short, it's important to know that the boat transferring you between Guatemala & Belize is small — almost the size of a skiff.

The trip might be rough depending on the weather of the day and you might get wet. I would suggest getting a seat at the back of the boat if you are prone to getting sick.

Ferry Price

Ferry Companies

• Requena's Charter Service: View Facebook page, Message on Whatsapp
• Rios Tropicales: View Facebook page, Message on Whatsapp
• Transportes El Chato: View Facebook page, Message on Whatsapp

Ferry Terminals

• Punta Gorda, Belize: View in map
• Livingston, Guatemala: View in map

Ferry Tips

• Purchase ticket 30 minutes before departure time
• Some tour agencies require reservation 24 hours before
• Prepare to pay $20.00 USD departure tax upon exiting Belize
• Most if not all companies operate by cash only — no cards
• Passport details may be asked upon booking

Border Crossing Fees

There is only one fee to be wary of when moving between Belize & Guatemala:

This is the breakdown of the $20.00 USD Belize Exit Fee:

• Departure Fee: $15.00 USD
• Border Development Fee: $1.25 USD
• P.A.C.T Fee: $3.75 USD

Total: $20.00 USD ($40.00 BZD)