Belize: Hol Chan Snorkel Adventure, the Best Marine Reserve
Caye Caulker, Belize
Experience the best snorkeling with our passionate Belizean-owned company—Our guides give 100% to help you spot manatees, turtles, rays, sharks, and more. GoPro included to capture every moment!
Hol Chan Marine Reserve Full-Day Snorkeling Tour from Caye Caulker
This full-day snorkeling tour departs from Caye Caulker and suits travelers interested in marine life, including the chance to swim with manatees.
Highlights
- Early start to avoid crowds during manatee snorkeling
- Rum punch served on return to Caye Caulker
- Complimentary GoPro footage in 4K to capture your experience
- Small groups limited to 12 participants
- 100% Belizean owned and operated by local guides
Description
Experience six distinct stops at the Hol Chan Marine Reserve and surrounding areas. The tour begins with feeding giant tarpons behind Caye Caulker from the boat as a sightseeing activity.
You will then snorkel at Coral Gardens at your own pace, respecting the environment by avoiding coral contact or disturbing marine life. Visits include a sunken barge or shipwreck site and Shark Ray Alley, where you can snorkel with nurse sharks and rays.
A guided snorkel through the Hol Chan Channel follows, with a knowledgeable guide identifying coral species and marine animals along the reef. If a manatee is spotted at any hotspot along the reef, you will have the opportunity to swim alongside it, observing respectfully.
After snorkeling, the tour concludes with rum punch served onboard as you return to Caye Caulker. A GoPro is provided during the tour to film your underwater adventure at no extra charge.
Includes
- 6 snorkeling and sightseeing stops
- GoPro footage of your tour
- Drinking water
- One lunch and one soda
- Marine Reserve entrance fee
- Snorkeling gear
- Fresh fruit
- Rum punch
Excludes
- Sunscreen lotion
- Towels
- Rash guard
- Swimming trunks
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off services
Important Information
- The tour starts and ends in Caye Caulker at 9:30 AM and finishes between 3:00-3:30 PM. Please arrive by 9:15 AM.
- Guests from Belize City or San Pedro must arrange their own water taxi to Caye Caulker and back.
- This tour is not available for cruise ship passengers.
- Location: Blackhawk Tour, Caye Caulker.
- More details: Tour Location Map
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.
For the best experience, bring reef-safe sunscreen, a towel, swimwear, and a rash guard. Booking in advance is recommended, especially during peak season.
