How to Rent an Ambergris Caye Golf Cart
Looking for a golf cart rental in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye Belize? The good news is that it is quite easy to rent a golf cart from a reputable golf cart rental company. The bad news is that getting it wrong can be a major inconvenience or, at worst, dangerous.
The cheapest golf cart rental may not be the best golf cart rental, San Pedro golf cart rentals can save on security checks, gas, or both; you increase your chance of getting stuck.
We spoke with Aaron Wasson, Client Services Officer at 17 North Global Real Estate to compile our list of 4 safety questions to ask before renting a San Pedro golf cart.
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5 safety questions before renting a golf cart in Ambergris Caye
Are golf carts inspected prior to rental?
Does the golf cart come with a full tank of gas?
Does the golf cart rental company have insurance?
How to rent a golf cart in San Pedro Belize
How to rent a golf cart in San Pedro Belize
We recommend asking yourself these 4 questions before renting a golf cart in San Pedro, Belize.
Are golf carts inspected prior to rental?
Make sure the company inspects the golf carts before you rent them. Guest Relations Manager Arron Wasson says: "We provide hundreds of golf carts a year so we know how important it is to have a well serviced cart. Our carts are thoroughly inspected upon return and before they leave we make sure I don't have any stranded guests."
Reputable golf cart rentals in San Pedro will follow a 10-point security check. You can request a copy before renting a golf cart.
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Does the golf cart come with a full tank of gas?
There are few gas stations on Ambergris Caye and San Pedro. There are actually only 4 gas stations on the island and they are all near the town of San Pedro on the south side of the island. It is not uncommon to see stranded tourists on the north side of Ambergris Caye trying to find a gas station.
"We've had tourists come to the resorts we work with begging us for gas because they can't find a gas station or get in touch with their golf cart rental company," says Aaron.
Does the golf cart rental have a service team?
Travellers can get stuck not only because of a lack of gas. Golf cart rental takes a beating. They are used daily for months during the busy season. Not all roads on Ambergris Caye or San Pedro are well maintained. This results in many mechanical problems. "We have an amazing service team. If anything happens, like if you run out of gas," says Aaron, "you call one of our guys and we'll come and help."
The best companies offer 24-hour mechanics and service included in the price.
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Does the golf cart rental company have insurance?
Insurance costs money, and for fly-by-night rentals, it can be one of the first things they skip.
Is there free shipping and pickup?
Reputable San pedro belize golf cart rental companies will often deliver the cart to your resort or pick you up at the airport.
How to rent a golf cart in San Pedro Belize
You can contact Aaron Wasson to help you find the best golf cart rentals in San Pedro, Belize. He works with several companies to guarantee the best carts and services. All carts are inspected upon drop off and return, all come with a full tank of gas and are insured.