Reducing The Travel Footprint
Tropic Air is dedicated to reducing our carbon footprint more than ever before – and you can help us – we like to think that travelling with a big suitcase is a thing of the past. By packing less, we create fewer carbon emissions, reduce our travel footprint, and become more protective of nature.
Remember, Belize has a relaxed vibe. It’s always relaxed and unbuttoned, with dressing down – not dressing up – the norm. So, there is no need to bring a lot of heavy clothes, just some light outfits and your swimsuit. There is also no need to bring any dive or snorkelling equipment. All can easily be found in Belize, and by renting scuba gear including bouyancy control device, masks, fins, and dive skins – you can reduce your travel related carbon footprint. Even toiletries like sunscreen and repellant don’t need to be brought from home. They can be found at your resort or at any corner shop in Belize, then you can leave it with your resort guests that may come after you.
In addition, cost-wise, it can also be better value to rent gear at your resort, instead of paying for checked bags and oversized luggage on flights. While there is no ban on certain types of luggage, size restrictions are in place, especially since many larger bags (large hard sided or oversized ones) simply can’t fit in our island-hopping aircraft’s luggage holds. This battle of the baggage means compact, soft-sided bags have long been preferred by us at Tropic and the experienced tour operators and resorts we work with.
Let’s work together to reduce our impact on our environment, while we work on getting you to your fabulous vacation. Every little bit counts.
Baggage - General Information
Tropic Air’s checked baggage limits depend on the fare class purchased. Please refer to the fare class on your ticket as to which bag policy listed below applies to your travel. If there are any questions regarding any part of this policy, please contact [email protected] or your nearest Tropic Air station.
Arriving Belize and connecting to Tropic Air? When booking a domestic flight from Belize International Airport (BZE) that is connecting from an international flight, we suggest that your domestic portion with us be booked with a minimum (1) hour connection time. During peak periods, a 90-minute window might even be better. This is to allow for immigration and customs transit times. If your destination is within Belize and your international fight arrival is delayed, Tropic Air will automatically rebook you on the next available flight with open seats. Please note that in some rare circumstances, this may be a flight on the following day.
Leaving Belize and connecting to another carrier? If you are travelling domestically to Belize International Airport (BZE) and then connecting onward with another carrier, and you have purchased additional bags, we strongly suggest you allow the recommended three (3) hour minimum connection time. If you are travelling on a Saturday, we suggest that even more additional time be allowed due to congestion at the Belize International Airport. This is to ensure that you receive all your luggage in time for your other carrier’s departure. While we will always do our best to have all your bags (including excess) travel with you, in some cases it may not be possible and Tropic Air will not be responsible for bag misconnects.
Connecting to a Tropic Air International flight? Passengers travelling with Tropic Air domestically as part of an itinerary that includes one of our international destinations are exempt from domestic bag limitations and fees, and instead shall refer to the applicable international baggage policy and rates listed further below. This exemption does not apply to broken or self-connecting itineraries with Tropic.
Connecting from a Tropic Air International flight? Passengers connecting to Tropic Air domestically as part of an itinerary from one of our international destinations are exempt from domestic bag limitations and fees and instead shall refer to the applicable international baggage policy and rates listed further below. This exemption does not apply to broken or self-connecting itineraries with Tropic Air.
For bag descriptions, kindly refer the Baggage Description section of this policy
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Domestic Baggage Policy
Non-Belize International Airport (BZE) Itineraries
Passengers travelling on domestic Belize itineraries are reminded that due to the space constraints onboard our aircraft, only one personal item per passenger is allowed in the cabin. All other items will count toward your checked baggage limits.
Fare Classes
Local: Tropic permits each passenger travelling domestically in Belize in this fare class, one (1) personal item and one (1) FREE checked bag. Passengers in this fare category may purchase one (1) additional bags at the rate of BZ$10. Excess baggage beyond the additional allowed will be BZ$50 per bag.
Business: Tropic permits each passenger travelling domestically in Belize in this fare class, one (1) personal item and one (1) FREE checked bag. Passengers in this fare category may purchase up to two (2) additional bags at the rate of BZ$10 each. Excess baggage beyond the additional allowed will be BZ$50 per bag.
Flash: Tropic permits each passenger travelling domestically in Belize in this fare class, one (1) personal item and one (1) FREE checked bag. Passengers in this fare category may purchase one (1) additional bags at the rate of BZ$10. Excess baggage beyond the additional allowed will be BZ$50 per bag.
Donations/Gift Certificate: Tropic permits each passenger travelling domestically in Belize in this fare class, one (1) personal item and one (1) FREE checked bag. Passengers in this fare category may purchase one (1) additional bag at the rate of BZ$10. Excess baggage beyond the additional allowed will be BZ$50 per bag.
Domestic To & From Belize International Airport (BZE) Itineraries Only
Passengers travelling on a domestic Belize International Airport (BZE) itinerary are reminded that due to the space constraints on board our aircraft, the personal item we allow is NOT an internationally accepted carry-on (such as a roll aboard). These items, as well as any excessive inbound duty-free purchases, will count toward your checked baggage limits.
If you are travelling domestically with us to the Belize International Airport (BZE) and then connecting onward with another carrier, and you have purchased additional bags, we strongly suggest you allow the recommended three (3) hour minimum connection time. This is to ensure that you receive your excess luggage in time for your other carrier’s departure. While we will always do our best to have all your excess bags travel with you, in some cases it may not be possible and Tropic Air will not be responsible for bag misconnects.
Fare Classes
Everyday: Tropic permits each passenger travelling domestically in Belize in this fare class, one (1) personal item and one (1) FREE checked bag. Passengers in this fare category may purchase up to two (2) additional bags at the rate of BZ$20 each. Excess baggage beyond the additional allowed will be BZ$50 per bag.
Flexi: Tropic permits each passenger travelling domestically in Belize in this fare class, one (1) personal item and one (1) FREE checked bag. Passengers in this fare category may purchase up to two (2) additional bags at the rate of BZ$20 each. Excess baggage beyond the additional allowed will be BZ$50 per bag.
Flexi-Plus: Tropic permits each passenger travelling domestically in Belize in this fare class, one (1) personal item and two (2) FREE checked bags. Passengers in this fare category may purchase one (1) additional bag at the rate of BZ$20. Excess baggage beyond the additional allowed will be BZ$50 per bag.
Flash: Tropic permits each passenger travelling domestically in Belize in this fare class, one (1) personal item and one (1) FREE checked bag. Passengers in this fare category may purchase up to one (1) additional bags at the rate of BZ$20. Excess baggage beyond the additional allowed will be BZ$50 per bag.
Donations/Gift Certificate: Tropic permits each passenger travelling domestically in Belize in this fare class, one (1) personal item and one (1) FREE checked bag. Passengers in this fare category may purchase one (1) additional bags at the rate of BZ$20. Excess baggage beyond the additional allowed will be BZ$50 per bag.
International Baggage Policy
Tropic Air’s international checked baggage limit depends on the fare class purchased. Please refer to the fare class on your ticket as to which bag policy applies to your travel. If there are any questions regarding any part of this policy, please contact [email protected] or your nearest Tropic Air station.
Passengers travelling on an international itinerary are reminded that due to the space constraints onboard our aircraft, the personal item we allow is NOT an internationally accepted carry-on (such as a roll aboard). Please also note that due to the limited nature of some of our international flights we are unable to carry any additional baggage beyond what is described in the polices below.
For bag descriptions, kindly refer the Baggage Description section of this policy.
Fare Classes
Everyday: Tropic permits each passenger travelling internationally in this fare class, one (1) personal item and one (1) FREE checked bag. Passengers in this fare category may purchase up to one (1) additional bag at the rate of BZ$70.
Flexi: Tropic permits each passenger travelling internationally in this fare class, one (1) personal item and one (1) FREE checked bag. Passengers in this fare category may purchase up to two (2) additional bags at the rate of BZ$70 each.
Flexi-Plus: Tropic permits each passenger travelling internationally in this fare class, one (1) personal item and two (2) FREE checked bags. Passengers in this fare category may purchase one (1) additional bags at the rate of BZ$70.
Flash: Tropic permits each passenger travelling internationally in this fare class, one (1) personal item and one (1) FREE checked bag. Passengers in this fare category may purchase one (1) additional bags at the rate of BZ$70.
Getaway: Tropic permits each passenger travelling internationally in this fare class, one (1) personal item only. Passengers in this fare category may purchase up to two (2) additional bags at the rate of BZ$70 each.
Donations/Gift Certificate: Tropic permits each passenger travelling domestically in Belize in this fare class, one (1) personal item and one (1) FREE checked bag. Passengers in this fare category may purchase one (1) additional bag at the rate of BZ$70.
Baggage Definitions
Personal Item: Due to the aircraft type we fly and its limited cabin space, we allow one small personal item per passenger to be carried on board. Examples of allowable personal items are bags such as a purse or a small backpack.
Measurements for these items shall not exceed 18 inches in width, 14 inches in height, 8 inches depth (46X35X21cm). Maximum weight of these items cannot exceed 15lbs (6.8kgs), and due to limited cabin space, all personal items must fit on your lap.
If your personal item is larger than the above requirements, it must be checked in, and will count towards your baggage allowances and fees will apply. Passengers who are travelling with a pet on their laps should note that the pet (and its carrier) do not count towards their personal item allowance.
Checked Baggage: All checked bags shall be limited in height to 30 inches, limited in width to 18 inches, and limited in depth to 13.5 inches (76X38X34cm).
To measure your bag, place it upright with the wheels (if it has them) on the bottom and the extension handle on top, but don’t extend it. Measure from the bottom of the wheels up to the tallest part, which is likely to be the handle. This is the bag’s height.
Second, measure the width from side to side at the widest point, which is probably the back of the suitcase, if it is soft sided. Hard shell bags are generally more symmetrical, and the width doesn’t vary from bottom to top.
Last, check your bag’s depth. The depth of your suitcase, like its height, is especially important due to the limited size of the cargo hold of the aircraft you will be flying. To get the accurate depth of your suitcase, lay it flat on its back and measure from the back to the front with the bag packed.
Oversized Baggage: Due to cargo hold limitations, bags that exceed 62 linear inches (157cm) in total dimensions may not be able to be transported. Tropic Air will not be responsible for these bags getting to your final destination.
Oversized bags will also be placed on a space available status or transported separately as cargo and will be subject to additional fees.
If there are any questions regarding your baggage dimensions, please contact [email protected] or your nearest Tropic Air station.
Wheelchairs & Strollers
Wheelchairs
Customers with disabilities are not required to provide us with any advance notice of the need for assistance; however, doing so helps us better prepare for the number of customers who will need our help. There is no charge for mobility devices to be carried as checked baggage.
We recommend that customers with disabilities arrive at the airport earlier than the recommended check-in time so that they can be assisted though security screening etc by our staff. Passengers travelling for medical reasons may also need extra time for their medical travel documents to be examined and clearance to travel given.
Unfortunately, due to the size of the baggage hold of our aircraft, we may be unable to carry some powered wheelchairs, and we ask that this be planned for accordingly.
We give passengers the opportunity to proactively notify us of any specific disability-related needs by emailing us at [email protected]. Customers may also advise us of any disability-related travel needs at the time of booking by telephone or, if a reservation has already been made, by calling (+501) 226-2626 prior to travel.
Strollers/Car Seats
Tropic Air permits car seats and strollers for infants and children to be carried for FREE.
Traveling with Pets
For more information on traveling with pets, click here.
Baggage Liability
Tropic Air assumes no liability for fragile or perishable articles or items intended for resale. Do not pack valuables or irreplaceable articles such as cash, camera equipment, jewellery, medicine, eyeglasses, securities, legal documents, antiques, computer and electronic items in any checked bag as Tropic Air will not be liable for damage to or loss of these items.
We do not accept liability for minor cuts, nicks, scrapes, or dents incurred commonly in the handling of baggage or for the failure or loss of wheels, handles, straps and other appurtenances. We also do not accept liability for the failure of a bag to contain its contents as evidenced by splitting of seams, zippers or other closures. Maximum liability for the loss or damage to a bag and its contents will be limited to applicable government or IATA rules.