Visitor Reviews

David O.

We really enjoyed our stay at Tarpon Sands.and our time on the water with Junior. Fishing conditions were tough at times, but he always had a plan and found good spots out of the gale. Everyone took great care of us and we would definitely return again. The private boat shuttle to Ambergris was a big plus at the end of our stay!

Jenia

A perfect place to get away from it all! Stunningly beautiful and everything taken care of, so you can just relax and spend time with your family. It was definitely one of the best vacation experiences ever. Thank you, Sarah and Peter!

Michael

We loved Tarpon Sands! It was such an awesome place. We loved the location. We felt so secluded, like we had our own little slice of paradise. We went snorkeling every day and could see lots of great reef fish right next to the island. The bedrooms were great. Having a cook was fantastic. The food was amazing! Arnaldo the caretaker was very friendly and helpful. We enjoyed kayaking to the neighboring uninhabited islands and mangroves and saw lots of cool wildlife. The views were absolutely breathtaking. We highly recommend treating yourself to this sweet spot. Sarah and Peter the hosts made the stay very comfortable and were such gracious hosts. We enjoyed our time on the island so much even if one of the days were were there was so incredibly windy we could not do much, just being in such a beautiful place with that view made it that much more bearable to not get out on the water and do something!

Ginger C

Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Beautiful private island getaway!

Left on Jan 4, 2018 for a stay in Dec 2017

Tarpon Sands comes with everything you need, a beautiful beach, kayaks, and a wonderful staff to make sure all of your needs are met. Peter and Sarah make sure their guests are treated very well and their cook is amazing! Our party of 5 had a great stay on the island. They are in the process of building an additional kitchen and dining area, which will give guests more privacy, so that will be great as well. I highly recommend a stay at Tarpon Sands if you really want to getaway! And if you want to be taken to see sights in Belize or some great snorkeling, Sarah will arrange trips for you with some great folks she has worked with for years.

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Cam c

There's no way to describe how great this place and people associated with it really are!

Left on Mar 25, 2018 for a stay in Feb 2018

Spent a week here and couldn't have imagined it to be any better. I actually am a little hesitate to let anyone know to much about this place for fear it would always be full! You can be assured that I will spend at least a week if not more each year til the day I die!

Anonymous

AH-MAZING!!!!!!!!! You will not be disapointed.

Left on May 5, 2017 for a stay in Apr 2017

A once in a life time experience, you will not be disappointed! Literally everything was amazing, the food, the people, the house, the water... everything. The cook makes everything from scratch (you MUST try her empanade!) and is so sweet , the maintenance guy, Ronaldo is also amazing and the owners truly couldn't go further out of their way to give you the ultimate experience and of course, they are also amazing... have I said it was amazing yet? you can kayak to other islands, snorkel, swim, sit in the hammock with the beautiful sea breeze.. and the beds are super comfy. GO! YOU WILL LOVE EVERY SINGLE MOMENT .

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Anonymous

A wonderful destination!

Left on May 5, 2017 for a stay in Apr 2017

I chose Tarpon Sands as a fishing destination more than 6 months prior to our visit. Sarah and Peter could not have been more accommodating. They accounted for every detail from transportation to food menus. The house and grounds were beautiful and the staff was superb. If you are looking for a quiet island destination to fish, dive, or just relax this is a great choice. I look forward to my next visit.

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Kush

April 2017 Via AirBnb

This was an absolutely incredible trip!! The pictures really do not do this place justice. A few notes: - absolutely everything was included. This per day cost includes everything from transportation to all meals to snorkels and kayaks on the island. Excursions (diving trips and cave tours, for us) and extra alcohol were the only added costs. But even then, Sarah recommended a duty free shop run by her childhood friend that gave us a significant discount at the airport. - the island staff are professional and absolutely fantastic. Debbie (the chef) makes incredible food, Dali (the housekeeper) continually made sure our large group of 12 had plenty of space, and Arnaldo assisted with the kayaks, keeping drinks stocked, setting up a campfire, etc. They were all wonderful and we couldn't be happier that they were on the island with us. - all excursions were preorganized by Sarah beforehand. All we had to do was wake up on time and a boat was ready to take us where we needed to go. No logistics to deal with during the vacation - all airport transfers and transportation were included. Again, no logistics to deal with. - most importantly, all food was included. We sent food preferences and dietary restrictions beforehand, and Sarah sent us a menu to look over and adjust as we wanted. - some alcohol and drinks were included. - the island is beautiful. Pictures posted here do not do the place justice. I've been on many all inclusive vacations in the Caribbean and this one by far takes the cake. The price, after everything, was actually significantly cheaper than all all inclusive resort alternatives. If youre looking for a secluded Caribbean getaway, this is the best place you could book.

Fraser

February 2017 Via AirBnb

It's hard to describe how awesome we enjoyed our time at Peter & Sarah's island. Myself and a few of my business partners were looking to end our trip around Central America off in style and thanks to these guys, that definitely happened. Our time in Belize was the highlight of our entire trip mainly because of this island ;) It doesn't matter if you're looking for a family getaway, adventure or relaxation. Their private island has it all. Plus Peter and Sarah themselves are absolutely fantastic people. We couldn't of asked for better hosts. I recommend booking with them asap otherwise their going to be fully booked with me haha. We absolutely loved our stay and would recommend it to everyone who was looking at taking a trip to Belize.

Celine

December 2016 Via AirBnb

The welcome was very warm. Sarah and Peter do everything to make the stay perfect. They answered all our requests. Thank you for these unforgettable five days of rest and tranquility in paradise.

Van G.

May 30, 2016 via Homeaway
Truly un-Belizable!
This little island is a slice of paradise ! Unobstructed views of the barrier reef are priceless while just lounging on the hammock on the dock. The accommodations are a perfect mix of rustic and beach chic with the comfort of air conditioning! The food was amazing local dishes prepared to order by the very friendly chef... An amazing experience for families or couples , the flats are teeming with fish for anyone interested in fishing. Must visit!