Silk Cayes
Three tiny sand islands on the edge of the barrier reef. The waters are clear, and snorkelers can spot sea turtles, stingrays and reef sharks.
Silk Cayes lies within the Glover's Reef and Silk Cayes Marine Reserve. It consists of three tiny sand islands on the outer edge of the Belize Barrier Reef. Underwater visibility is excellent, and you commonly see sea turtles, stingrays, nurse sharks and large schools of tropical fish. It is also a popular diving site. The boat trip from Placencia takes about 1 hour, and trips are often combined with diving at Glover's Reef during the whale shark season. A reserve fee is required. Sailings are canceled in high winds and waves, and those prone to seasickness should take medication in advance.
Opening hours
Island visits during the day with tour groups
Nearby sights
- Gladden Spit (Whale Sharks)
- Laughing Bird Caye National Park
- Ranguana Caye
- Placencia Sidewalk
- Placencia Village Beach
- Seine Bight Village
- Maya Beach
- Placencia Lagoon