Long Caye
Long Caye on Lighthouse Reef is Belize's remote surf adventure—a reef break in the same atoll as the famous Blue Hole. Reaching it requires a long boat ride, but the uncrowded waves and diving potential make it a unique double-threat destination.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Direction range
- 60° - 120°
- Size range
- 0.8m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.6m - 2.1m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- W (270°)
- Offshore range
- 240° - 300°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.6m - 1.5m
Water temp
27°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
1/10
Access: Lighthouse Reef. Boat from mainland.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Long Caye?
Long Caye is a reef break in Lighthouse Reef, Belize, with peaks that run both left and right.
What swell works best at Long Caye?
Long Caye picks up swell from the ENE round to the ESE, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the E. It starts working at around 0.8m and handles up to about 2.5m, with the sweet spot around 1.6 to 2.1m. Period matters too: aim for 14s or longer, as anything under 10s tends to be weak. These are the numbers our scoring uses, so treat them as a guide rather than a promise.
What wind is offshore at Long Caye?
A W wind is dead offshore at Long Caye, and anything from the WSW round to the WNW keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 6am to 10am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Long Caye?
Long Caye is at its best around mid tide, roughly 0.6m to 1.5m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Long Caye?
The most reliable run of swell at Long Caye comes Nov to Mar. There's a second window in Sep to Oct too. Remote Belize reef.
How cold is the water at Long Caye?
The water at Long Caye averages around 27°C, so boardshorts or a rashguard will do. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Long Caye good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 6/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 1/10). Remote Belize reef.
How do I get to Long Caye?
The nearest airport on our list is BZE. From there you need a boat to reach the break (we estimate around $200 USD, but confirm with an operator). Lighthouse Reef. Boat from mainland.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Sep, Oct
Remote Belize reef.