Diving in Ambergris Caye

The most important dive region in Belize is Ambergris Caye. Hol Chan Marine Reserve, Lighthouse Reef, and the world-famous Blue Hole are some of the dive spots you can access from this island. Ambergris Caye, the largest of Belize’s islands with 25 miles (40 kms) of length, has most of the hotels and resorts located in the main town of San Pedro. To arrive, fly into Belize City International Airport and from there take a water taxi or the island ferry to San Pedro. As an alternative route, you can take a short flight from Belize to San Pedro on Maya Island Air or Tropic Air. The largest amount of dive sites can be found here. You won’t find any shore diving in this place, as the reef is too far offshore, and the inside is too shallow, which makes it difficult for any shore dive. The many dive shops on the island make it possible for every adventurer to book a daily scuba charter easily. Hurricane season is from May to October, with hot weather and very warm water, so avoid traveling during these months, even if it’s slightly cheaper. The best time to travel to Ambergris Caye is from November to May. During these months you will find warm and delightful weather.

The descriptions provided here are intended as general information and personal experiences related to specific dive sites and locations and should not be construed as definitive advice or recommendations. Before diving, please confirm that diving is permitted at your chosen location, and comply with all relevant local laws, regulations, and posted signage. The responsibility for verifying the legality of the dive and assessing any associated risks rests entirely with you.