Why go
- Town in Toledo, Belize.
- Served by Poptún Airport (PON).
History
Punta Gorda, declared a town on Monday, 21 January 1895, known locally as P.G., is the capital and largest town of Toledo District in southern Belize. Punta Gorda is the southernmost sizable town in the nation, with a population of about 5,000 people. Although the town bears a Spanish name, its inhabitants are mostly Kriol/English-speaking and are primarily of Garifuna, East Indian, Kriol, and Maya descent.
Where to stay
Restaurants & places to go
Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 2 airlines, 2 direct destinations
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Getting there by ferry
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Poptún Airport (PON); 5 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: PND has direct flights to 2 destinations on 2 airlines (incl. INB, PLJ). By water: 1 ferry terminal within 20 km (nearest: Boat to Livingston, 1.7 km).
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Punta Gorda, Belize. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.