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Exclusive All-in-1 Full Day Shared Guided Tour

4,9244 avisHol Chan Marine Reserve

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  • 7 h 15 min
  • 2 langues
  • Confirmation immédiate
  • Billet mobile

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Discover the highlights in the area on this exclusive "best of tour" that includes the most requested by our guests! We depart later to let you sleep in, avoid the crowds, and see the sunset at the end of the tour. We start with snorkeling at Hol Chan and Shark Ray Alley. Hol Chan has the largest variety of species to be seen in the area and is often compared to an aquarium, while at Shark Ray Alley you get to experience a close encounter with nurse-sharks and stingrays. Watch from the boat or swim with them! We then serve our famous Belizean buffet lunch on-board. Traditional dishes like stewed chicken and rice and beans with our Captain’s secret recipe BBQ fish! After lunch, we stop at the neighbor island Caye Caulker for approx. 1 hour of free time to explore the island, followed by a relaxed sunset cruise back to San Pedro, with ceviche being served. Open bar with local rum, vodka, gin, soft drinks and juices is included. Try the specials, rum punch and "panty rippers"!

Inclus

Ce qui est inclus

  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • We serve water from a water dispenser, to avoid single-use plastics.
  • Hol Chan marine reserve entrance fee
  • Coca Cola, Coca Cola Light, Sprite, Fanta (orange, fruit punch, ginger, grapefruit), tonic and soda water. Orange, pineapple, lime and fruit punch juices.
  • Fresh ceviche: Fish, shrimp/conch (seasonal), onions, sweet peppers, tomatoes and coriander marinated in lime juice and a mix of spices. This is served with locally made tortilla chips.
  • Restroom on board
  • Our famous Belizean buffet features our Captain's secret recipe BBQ fish. Our chef also prepares stewed chicken, rice and beans, tortillas, coleslaw, pico de gallo (spicy) and fried sweet plantain.
  • Local rum (white, dark and coconut), local vodka and local gin all from the popular Cuello's Distillery

Non inclus

  • Gratuities

Itinéraire

  1. Pick up is not included. We depart from the Palapa Bar dock, and we meet there 15 minutes before departure. Then the ride to the Hol Chan Marine Reserve takes 45 minutes, while you lay down on comfortable cushions enjoying the ocean, the views and the sunshine, accompanied by drinks and music.

    15 min

  2. Hol Chan is Mayan for "little channel" and is a natural break in the reef, which has always been a very productive fishing area with abundant marine life. It is open to the sea beyond the reef, so allows marine creatures to travel from the outside of the reef to the inside and vice versa. It became the first marine reserve in the entire country of Belize back in 1987 and this have led to the species to re-generate and the corals of growing unharmed. This snorkeling area has the greatest variety of marine life and coral, compared to being an "underwater zoo" - you have the chance to see all kinds of corals, fishes and even sea turtles! Over 160 species of fish and forty types of coral have been recorded in the area. The snorkeling here is minimum 45 minutes.

    1 hEntrée incluse

  3. The story behind Shark Ray Alley is that in all times, due to its position close to the channel to go outside the protecting barrier reef for fishing, it was the point where the local fishermen came in with their catch and started cleaning it - throwing the head, etc into the water. This converted it a natural habit for the marine life such as nurse sharks and sting-rays that associate the sound of an engine to food. The water is shallow and transparent and you will see the nurse-sharks and sting-rays on the surface, meaning that even if you don't get in to the water you can enjoy it from the boat as well! The nurse-sharks and sting-rays eventually swim away, but the stop is minimum 20 minutes.

    20 minEntrée incluse

  4. Caye Caulker is just how you imagine an authentic Caribbean Island and a nice contrast to the more developed Ambergris Caye. Since the 1960's tourism has slowly grown on the island, but it has kept its quiet laid-back atmosphere, with the motto "Go Slow". We stop by the famous “the Split”, from where you can stroll off to explore the village.

    1 h

Annulation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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  • 5An unforgettable experience in Belize!

    This was definitely one of the highlights of our trip to Belize. We spent around six hours on the tour, and the entire experience was amazing from beginning to end. We snorkeled along the coral reef and had the opportunity to swim surrounded by so much marine life. We saw tons of colorful fish, barracudas, and many other species throughout the day. One of the most incredible moments was getting to swim near manatees, which made the experience even more special. Swimming with the nurse sharks was another unforgettable part of the tour! Being in the water surrounded by them was such a unique experience and definitely something we will always remember. The food provided during the tour was delicious, and the staff was absolutely incredible — friendly, attentive, and made sure everyone had a great time throughout the day. We finished the tour with a stop at Caye Caulker, where we had some time to walk around and explore the island. Since we visited during the low season, it was very quiet and there weren’t many people around, but we still enjoyed getting to experience the island. Overall, this was a fantastic tour and an unforgettable experience. Between the coral reef, the incredible marine life, swimming with nurse sharks and manatees, the delicious food, and the amazing staff, we couldn’t have asked for a better day. Highly recommended!

    Cindy_vvia Viator

  • 5It was amazing!!Everyone...

    It was amazing!!Everyone on the boat was very informative and they kept us laughing. Chefs kiss to the beautiful sunset view on the way back.

    Jonathan_Bvia Viator

  • 5Best snorkeling, well worth it.

    Capt Charlie, Anna, and Ray were amazing! They were helpful and attentive. Ray guided our snorkeling experience and he seemed just as excited to spot the sealife as we were! The food was superb. The entire experience was the best snorkeling experience that I have ever had.

    Mytuangelsvia Tripadvisor

  • 5Best tour ever

    This guided tour was the best I’ve been on. The crew on this boat was amazing. Ana, Charlie and Jose were very nice and attentive. They gave great directions and kept us laughing the whole time. Ana did a great job during the snorkeling. She took care of my wife (who was scared) and made sure she was safe the whole time while still showing us the reef and all its wildlife. The food served was great and plentiful. I had seconds of both meals. It was so delicious. The drinks never stopped coming but be careful. This tour was worth every penny. On the way back we were able to see the beautiful sun set. You will not be disappointed.

    F8194OSdavidmvia Tripadvisor

  • 5Belize 2026!

    Great experience with the whole crew drinks and food, were delicious would definitely book with them again.

    josesE2446ASvia Tripadvisor

  • 5Five Stars isn’t enough!! A++++

    Do yourself a favor and book with Miss Anna and her crew. You will not regret it! We did the full day tour, and it was hands down one of the highlights of our trip to Belize. From the moment we stepped on the boat, Miss Anna, Rey, Captain Jose, and the entire crew made us feel right at home. Their hospitality was exceptional, and by the end of the day it felt like we had spent the day with friends. Sailing the beautiful waters of Belize, snorkeling, seeing the incredible wildlife, and taking in everything this amazing country has to offer made for an unforgettable day. The attention to detail was evident in everything they did. The drinks never stopped flowing, with plenty of alcoholic and nonalcoholic options, and the food was outstanding. Lunch was a full, delicious meal, not just a snack. After a full day on the water, they welcomed us back on board with fresh ceviche, more drinks, and the perfect atmosphere to relax and enjoy the ride back to the island. It was such a thoughtful touch and the perfect ending to an incredible day. The sunset cruise back to the island was absolutely breathtaking. It was, without question, one of the most beautiful sunsets I have ever seen. Sitting on the boat with great music, amazing people, delicious food, and that view is a memory I will cherish forever. I’ve been on another boat tour in Belize before, and this experience far exceeded our expectations. The crew was fun, engaging, professional, and genuinely cared that everyone had an amazing time. Thank you, Miss Anna, Rey, Captain Jose, and the entire crew for giving us a day we’ll never forget. We’ll be talking about this experience for a very long time.

    Passport67810666366via Tripadvisor

À savoir avant de partir

Point de rendez-vous
Pick up is not included. We depart from the Palapa Bar dock, and we meet there 15 minutes before departure.
Prise en charge
Tout le monde se retrouve au point de départ ; il n’y a pas de prise en charge.
Type de billet
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Taille du groupe
Jusqu’à 16 voyageurs
Opéré par
Catamaran Belize - Coral Tours Sailing
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour is a shared tour, created with small groups joint together. It is confirmed with min. 8 guests and we have max. 16 guests onboard.

How it compares in Ambergris Caye

  • Its from-price is 36% below the median of the 28 excursions d'une journée we list in Ambergris Caye.
  • Its length is typical for the group.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 2 of 28.

About Ambergris Caye

Ambergris Caye is Belize's largest island, a long, low strip of sand and mangrove with a barrier reef a short boat ride from shore.

Ambergris Caye lies off the north-east coast of Belize, divided from the Mexican mainland by a narrow channel at its northern tip. The island runs for about forty kilometres, mostly flat and fringed with palms, and nearly everyone lives at its southern end in San Pedro, a small town of sandy streets where golf carts and bicycles are as common as cars.

Top-ranked sights in Ambergris Caye: Hol Chan Marine Reserve, Shark Ray Alley, San Pedro.

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