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About Belize

Belize is located on the northeastern coast of Central America. Its Barrier Reef is the second largest in the world, As a result, scuba diving is a main appeal. Especially, with 600 fish, 350 mollusk, 74 hard and 36 soft coral species. More than 200 subtropical islands dot its turquoise waters and the Great Blue Hole, a dive site made famous by Jacques Cousteau, is a geological wonder. Mostly covered by rainforest and jungle means it has a low population density. Finally, the country was once the very center of ancient Maya Civilization. Over 900 historic sites remain. Read to learn more: Belize and Un-Belizable Diving and Adventure!

Diving in Belize

Ambergris Caye, in the north, is the nearest location to this country’s barrier reefs. The Hol Chan marine reserve protects the underwater environment. As a result, popular dive sites offer exhilarating encounters. Snorkelers can enjoy the inner reef. Similarly, scuba diving enthusiasts seek the outer reef spur and grove formations. Hard corals, gorgonians, sea fans, invertebrates, reef fish and shellfish of amazing variety populate these waters. Also, the rich habitat for marine life includes sharks, rays, grouper and other pelagic creatures. Placencia, Hopkins and Dangriga lie in the southern to central portion of the country. Scuba diving is inside and outside the barrier reefs, coupled with offshore islands. Subsequently, dive sites also include walls, pinnacles, canyons, overhangs, spur and grove formations. Here in these areas, expect tropical reef fish, crustaceans, healthy corals and colorful sponges. Likewise, multiple varieties of sharks, spotted eagle rays, southern rays, moray eels, groupers, hawksbill and loggerhead turtles. Manta rays, and whale shark can be seen cruising in the open blue water.

Outer Islands, Atolls and Cayes

Turneffe Island is the largest of the atolls. Here, on uncrowded vibrant dive sites, you’ll find abundant marine reef fish, groupers. horse eye jacks and loggerhead turtles. Also, whale sharks and some whale species migrate past the island. Lighthouse Reef is the smallest of the three atolls. However, it has one of the top ten dive sites on earth, the Blue Hole. It’s known, not for colorful coral, but a colorless cave from centuries past, decorated only with stalactites. Glover’s Reef is 35 miles offshore and has a protected marine reserve. Here, divers can choose from hundreds of patch reefs. Therefore, plentiful sponges, sea fans. fish schools and vibrant colors. Especially, resident turtles, sharks and Eagle Rays are daily sightings. Lastly, look for whale sharks cruising in the blue.

Accommodations, Attractions, Activities

Dive resorts, liveaboards, condos, luxury to modest hotels are readily available. Thus, the individual, family or group traveler will be accommodated. Visit American Crocodile Education Sanctuary and chocolate company in San Pedro. See the Gulisi Garifuna Museum to understand the Dangriga culture. Near Hopkins and Placencia do a day tour to Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary And Jaguar Preserve. Beyond the Blue Hole, Lighthouse Reef has Half Moon Caye National Monument. Here are thousands of booby birds, iguanas and nesting areas for loggerhead and hawksbill turtles. Besides the scuba diving and snorkeling, there are endless beaches and watersports activities. Lastly, inland Belize offers lush jungles, unique animal species and enduring structures from the historical Mayan civilization.    
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Belize Dive Haven

Belize Dive Haven Resort & Marina is a scuba diving resort located some 30 miles from the mainland. The have 96 accommodations on the southern end of Turneffe Atoll.  It’s located on 47 acres of private land and a mere 22 miles from the Great Blue Hole. Rooms have a balcony with view and either a king or 2 queen beds with AC, in room refrigerator, TV, and available wifi. There is also 24/7 ...

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Blackbird Caye Resort

Blackbird Caye Resort is located on Turneffe Atoll off the coast of Belize. This PADI 5 star scuba diving resort has 20 oceanfront cabanas. They offer new Beach Villas, Deluxe Cabanas, Superior Cabanas, and Triplex Cabanas. Rooms typically are appointed with 1 king or 2 queen beds and all meals are included. Screened-in-balconies, air conditioning, and free Wi-Fi at the bar are just a few of the l...

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Blue Marlin Beach Resort

The Blue Marlin Beach Resort is a scuba diving destination located on South Water Caye in Belize. The resort has 15 accommodations that range from Family cabanas, Private cabanas, Island view cabins/igloo style, and Standard rooms. Each room comes with evening air conditioning, ceiling fans, ensuite bathrooms with shower or tub/showers, and beach chairs or hammocks. However, a mini fridge is in al...

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Hamanasi Adventure & Dive Resort

Hamanasi Adventure & Dive Resort on Belize is the perfect scuba diving resort for those that want to go diving one day and discover ancient Mayan ruins the next day. So, the resort is located on the mainland and southern coast just south of Dangriga. More importantly, the resort is known worldwide for their deluxe and standard tree house rooms.  So, they also have beachfront suites for newl...

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Hopkins Bay Resort

Hopkins Bay Resort is located 45min south of Dangriga on the mainland of Belize. This scuba diving resort has 38 accommodations ranging from 1, 2, & 3-bedroom units. Each unit has a private balcony or patio, air conditioning, ceiling fans, TV’s, & hair dryer. So, the 2 &3-bedroom cottages come with a living area and shared kitchen area and a spacious deck. The views are beach, ocean ...

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Ramon's Village Resort

Ramon's Village Resort is located in the scuba diving town of San Pedro on Ambergris Caye, Belize. They have 61 Tahitian style cabanas and 10 cottages at Steve and Becky's across the street. So the resort is cloistered in a Polynesian jungle like settling. Even the roofs are authentically handcrafted thatched roofs like those you would see in a pacific island village. These modern huts come with a...

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Sunbreeze Hotel

 Sunbreeze Hotel is located right on the beach and near the scuba diving center of San Pedro Island, which is part of Belize. Belize sits next to the second largest barrier reef in the world. So English is the national language of Belize, but Kriol is the local spoken language. Enjoy our blog article on Belize and Unbelizable Diving and Adventure . Sunbreeze Hotel Diving Sunbreeze Hotel is home...

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SunBreeze Suites

SunBreeze Suites is located in San Pedro on the island of Ambergris in Belize. They have 21 scuba diving suites that offer ocean fronts or ocean views.  Each suite has a full kitchen, private bedroom, private bathroom, air conditioning, and ceiling fans. Also, this is the sister of the Sunbreeze Hotel. See our blog article on Belize and Unbelizable Diving and Adventure. SunBreeze Suites Diving ...

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Turneffe Flats

Turneffe Flats is located on the atoll by its name in the Belize Cayes off the coast of Belize. The scuba diving lodge now has 16 air conditioned spacious rooms and four choices of accommodations to choose from: Beach Cabanas, Reef Villa, Garden Villa, and Pelican Villa. You can't help but love the view of the "Home Flat" reef. Enjoy our blob article; How do You Top the Worlds Greatest Blue Hole D...

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Turneffe Island Resort

Turneffe Island Resort is located on Turneffe Atoll off the Coast of Belize. This scuba diving resort offers 22 guest rooms in several styles with mahogany and teak interiors. The private villas come with vaulted ceilings and minibar/refrigerators. This is the largest atoll off the coast of Belize. Enjoy our blog article on Belize and Un-Belizable Diving and Adventure. Turneffe Island Resort Divi...

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Belize Aggressor III

The Belize Aggressor III is a 110ft scuba diving yacht that has nine deluxe staterooms.  Because she currently leaves Belize City every Saturday, she returns before lunch the next Friday. So, from Sunday to Thursday plan on doing up to five dives a day. Moreover, two of those dives will be night dives.  See our blog article on Belize and Unbelizable Diving and Adventure for further information....

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Belize Aggressor IV

Belize Aggressor IV is the largest scuba diving vessel in the Aggressor fleet. The ship measures 138 feet long and has 8 deluxe and 2 master staterooms. Because she currently leaves Belize City every Saturday, she returns before lunch the next Friday. So, from Sunday to Thursday plan on doing up to five dives a day. Moreover, two of those dives will be night dives. See our blog article on Belize a...

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Climate:  Wet Season is August till October; Dry Season is March till December with the best water conditions and marine life. Air temperatures range from 16 – 27°C / 60 – 81°F

Water Temperature: 26 – 30°C / 79 – 85°F

Time: UTC -6:00

Language: English is the official language. Spanish other dialects are widely spoken.

Currency: Belize Dollars [BZD] (official), US dollars (No Coins), traveler’s checks & major credit cards are generally accepted.

Electricity: 110 Volt. Standard Plug Type (2 Flat Blades)

Marriage Requirements: Please contact the local tourism board for instructions and requirements.

Airport(s): Phillip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE)

Hyperbaric Chambers: San Pedro Town, Sub-Aquatic Safety Service of Belize

 

Home of the second largest reef system in the world and the longest barrier reef in the Western Hemisphere, Belize lies on the East Coast of Central America bordering Mexico to the north, Guatemala to the West and South, and the Caribbean Sea to the East. Belize is most famous for its Great Blue Hole, a geographic phenomenon that lies 60 miles offshore. 300 feet across, 412 feet deep and full of stalactites, you will often see bull, reef and hammerhead sharks. There are also three magnificent atolls (out of four coral atolls in the Caribbean) and over 400 species of fish. The country is 174 miles long & 68 miles wide. Belize’s 8,866 square miles is dominated by mountains & waterfalls. 

Belize and Un-Belizable Diving and Adventure!

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110,000 Reasons to Go Liveaboard

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Diving With Whale Sharks

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