Plongée à Belize Barrier Reef — Belize

Belize's barrier reef stretches 300km and includes three offshore atolls — Turneffe, Lighthouse, and Glover's — each offering distinct diving. The UNESCO World Heritage reef system is the largest in the Western Hemisphere and supports a staggering diversity of marine life, from wall dives to shallow patch reefs teeming with tropical fish.

Score
58.8
Visibilité
12–30m
Température
28–29°C
Meilleurs mois
March, April, May
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Belize Barrier Reef
BelizeCaribbean
58.8

SCORE

17.9222°N

-87.9697°E

Belize's barrier reef stretches 300km and includes three offshore atolls — Turneffe, Lighthouse, and Glover's — each offering distinct diving. The UNESCO World Heritage reef system is the largest in the Western Hemisphere and supports a staggering diversity of marine life, from wall dives to shallow patch reefs teeming with tropical fish.

The Western Hemisphere's Largest Barrier Reef

Visibility12–30 m
Temperature28–29°C
Max Depth40 m
Currentmoderate
2-Tank Dive$85
Best MonthsMarch, April, May, June
CertificationOpen WaterIntermediate

Score Breakdown

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ML40.0CH31.0VIS76.0SV53.0TMP76.0DA62.0OP78.0TS66.0GT68.0VAL58.0CRD59.0SP70.0

Marine Life

40.0

Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.

Species Diversity
48
Megafauna Encounters
28
Reef Fish Abundance
74
Macro Life
0
Endemic Species
35
Marine Life Diversity
40.0
Coral & Reef Health
31.0
Visibility & Conditions
76.0
Dive Site Variety
53.0
Water Temperature
76.0
Depth & Access
62.0
Operator Quality
78.0
Topside Experience
66.0
Getting There
68.0
Value & Cost
58.0
Crowding
59.0
Social Proof
70.0

Dive Types

pelagic

Traveling with Non-Divers?

Your non-diving travel companions will find plenty to enjoy topside while you're underwater. Here are some activities to consider.

Activities for Non-Divers

snorkeling at Hol Chan & Shark Ray Alleycave tubing at Nohoch Che'enXunantunich Mayan ruinszip-lining in rainforestmanatee watching

Nearby Cultural Sites

  • Xunantunich Mayan ruins
  • Altun Ha ruins
  • Belize Museum (Belize City)

Non-Diver Score

7/10

Good topside options for non-diving companions.

Family FriendlyYes
Restaurants & Nightlifemoderate

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

Learn more at DAN.org
Hyperbaric Chamber10 km — Sub-Aquatic Safety Services Chamber, San Pedro (Ambergris Caye)
Nearest Hospital10 km

Chamber on Ambergris Caye; hospital in Belize City; air ambulance to Merida or Guatemala City

Skill LevelIntermediate
Current Strengthmoderate

Top Operators

Ambergris Divers

PADI

4.8
410 reviewsNITROX

Ecologic Divers

PADI

4.7
280 reviewsNITROX