Luggage Policy
Definition of Luggage
Luggage is defined as an item used to pack personal belongings for travel, including hard-case or soft cloth suitcases, duffel bags, and backpacks.
Check-in Requirements
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All luggage must be checked in at least 15 minutes prior to departure with a uniformed San Pedro Belize Express employee.
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Luggage that is not checked in will not be the responsibility of San Pedro Belize Express.
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Upon check-in, luggage will be tagged with a color-coordinated tag and tracking number for identification:
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Belize City – Yellow
- San Pedro – Pink
- Caye Caulker – Orange
- Chetumal, Mexico – Blue
- Caye Chapel – Purple
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Passengers must use their tag to claim their luggage upon arrival.
Allowance & Restrictions
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Each passenger is allowed:
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One (1) checked luggage up to 23 kg / 50 lbs.
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One (1) small carry-on that fits under the seat.
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Oversized or overweight luggage will be charged at standard cargo rates.
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Fragile or perishable items should not be packed in checked luggage.
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The following items must not be checked in :
cash, camera equipment, jewelry, medication, eyeglasses, legal documents, antiques, computers, electronics, and other valuables or irreplaceable items. -
Prohibited items include: sharp objects, weapons, explosives, hazardous materials, and illegal substances.
Liability & Limitations
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San Pedro Belize Express is not responsible for minor damage to checked luggage such as cuts, nicks, scratches, or normal wear and tear from handling and sea transport.
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Liability for lost or damaged checked baggage is limited to the actual value of the item(s), not to exceed $50 USD per passenger.
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Claims are subject to compliance inspection, verification, and reasonable judgment by San Pedro Belize Express compliance representative.
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San Pedro Belize Express assumes no liability for fragile, perishable, or valuable articles packed in checked luggage.
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Items that are marked off as “D” upon check in : “D” – PRE-EXISTING DAMAGE IDENTIFIED – NO LIABILITY ASSUMED
Storage & Fees
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Luggage left behind will automatically incur a $5 BZD overnight storage fee.
Pet Travel
- San Pedro Belize Express Water Taxi Limited is a pet friendly company. Safety regulation dictate that pets travelling on San Pedro Belize Express Water Taxi Limited must be in a proper carrying bag or kennel.
- Service dogs must check-in with cargo and show certifications.
- Service dogs may travel without a kennel after their certifications are validated by our staff.
- No kennel rental fee is applied for service dogs.
- Receive a $2.50 USD discount when your pet travels with its own kennel.
- Pets must weigh under 90 Ibs.
- Kennels are available at each port upon advance request.
Rental Fee:
- Belize City to Caye Caulker (vice versa) – $7.50 USD
- Belize City to San Pedro (vice versa) – $10.00 USD
- San Pedro to Caye Caulker (vice versa) – $7.50 USD
- Note: restrictions apply to the Chetumal, Mexico International Run
Cargo Services
- Cargo is limited to small/light weight freight of items not exceeding 150lbs.
- All items must be properly package and checked in 30 minutes to a schedule departure.
- San Pedro Belize Express Water Taxi Limited Does NOT transport Cash.

