About this experience
Explore the vibrant underwater world of Mexico Rocks, a stunning snorkeling destination known for its colorful coral formations and diverse marine life. This 2 1/2-hour tour from San Pedro is perfect for families and offers a relaxing escape into Belize’s marine reserve. Enjoy a scenic 20-minute boat ride to the site, where you will snorkel in clear, shallow waters filled with rich marine biodiversity.
The tour includes complete snorkeling equipment and water to keep you refreshed. It is ideal for small groups, with a minimum of four participants required to confirm, and operates daily at 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM.
2 1/2-hour snorkeling adventure at Mexico Rocks, Belize
Perfect for families and all experience levels
Daily departures at 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM with convenient pickup
Minimum of 4 guests required to confirm the tour
Includes snorkel gear and water
At a glance
- Duration: 2 hr 30 min
Plan your experience
Set aside 2 hr 30 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Local guides to help you plan
Belize Airport to San Pedro Transportation Guide
Compare the flight and water-taxi routes between Belize’s international airport and San Pedro, including travel times, transfer steps, live-fare cautions, baggage planning, and advice for late arrivals.
San Pedro Belize Travel Guide
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Ambergris Caye Travel Guide
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What is included
- Bottled water
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Marine Entrance Fee
Not included
- Gratuities
Itinerary and highlights
At Mexico Rocks, you will snorkel in a protected marine area known for its shallow patch reefs and calm, clear water, making it ideal for all experience levels.
After a short boat ride, your guide will give a quick safety briefing and help you get comfortable with your gear. Once in the water, you will float over large coral formations that rise from the sandy bottom, creating a maze of channels and coral heads.
You can expect to see a wide variety of marine life, including schools of tropical fish, angelfish, parrotfish, and often nurse sharks or southern stingrays resting along the seabed. The area is also known for its impressive brain corals and healthy reef structures.
Your guide will stay close, pointing out marine life and ensuring everyone feels comfortable in the water. The pace is relaxed, allowing you to enjoy the scenery, take photos, and fully experience one of Belize’s most unique snorkeling spots.
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- We are located off Caribeña Street on the east side, on the beach, on a dock between the Mayan Princess Hotel and the Conch Shell Hotel. You can park your golf cart on Barrier Reef Drive, as long as you do not park on a red line.
- We provide boat pickups only from hotel docks. If your hotel or accommodation does not have dock access, you may meet us at our office or, when available, arrange pickup from a nearby dock. Please note that not all pickups are complimentary. Pickups outside our standard service area are available at an additional cost and must be located on the east side of Ambergris Caye with accessible dock space. For morning tours, boat pickups generally take place between 8:00 AM and 8:30 AM, beginning with the location furthest from our dock. Guests should be ready and waiting at the end of the hotel dock during the assigned pickup window. Pickup details and any applicable additional fees will be confirmed prior to the tour. For afternoon tours, pickup times range from 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM. Airbnb & Private Rental Pickups Guests staying at an Airbnb, vacation rental, condo, villa, or private residence may be eligible for boat pickup if the property is located on the east/Caribbean side of Ambergris Caye and has an accessible dock suitable for pickup. Complimentary pickup for local activities is available within our standard service area, from Las Terrazas Resort in the north to Royal Caribbean Resort in the south. If your rental does not have dock access, you may be asked to meet us at our office or at the nearest approved dock. Properties located north of Las Terrazas or south of Royal Caribbean may be available for pickup at an additional charge. Guests should provide the name and location of their accommodation in advance so we can confirm the nearest pickup point and advise of any applicable fee.Airbnb & Private Rental Pickups Guests staying at an Airbnb, vacation rental, condo, villa, or private residence may be eligible for boat pickup if the property is located on the east/Caribbean side of Ambergris Caye and has an accessible dock suitable for pickup. Complimentary pickup for local activities is available within our standard service area, from Las Terrazas Resort in the north to Royal Caribbean Resort in the south. If your rental does not have dock access, you may be asked to meet us at our office or at the nearest approved dock. Properties located north of Las Terrazas or south of Royal Caribbean may be available for pickup at an additional charge. Guests should provide the name and location of their accommodation in advance so we can confirm the nearest pickup point and advise of any applicable fee.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Amigos Del Mar Dive Shop
Accessibility and practical details
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Questions about this experience
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What are the pickup arrangements?
Please note that not all pickups are complimentary. Pickups outside our standard service area are available at an additional cost and must be located on the east side of Ambergris Caye with accessible dock space.
For morning tours, boat pickups generally take place between 8:00 AM and 8:30 AM, beginning with the location furthest from our dock. Guests should be ready and waiting at the end of the hotel dock during the assigned pickup window.
Pickup details and any applicable additional fees will be confirmed prior to the tour.
For afternoon tours, pickup times range from 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM.
Airbnb & Private Rental Pickups
Guests staying at an Airbnb, vacation rental, condo, villa, or private residence may be eligible for boat pickup if the property is located on the east/Caribbean side of Ambergris Caye and has an accessible dock suitable for pickup.
Complimentary pickup for local activities is available within our standard service area, from Las Terrazas Resort in the north to Royal Caribbean Resort in the south.
If your rental does not have dock access, you may be asked to meet us at our office or at the nearest approved dock.
Properties located north of Las Terrazas or south of Royal Caribbean may be available for pickup at an additional charge.
Guests should provide the name and location of their accommodation in advance so we can confirm the nearest pickup point and advise of any applicable fee.Airbnb & Private Rental Pickups
Guests staying at an Airbnb, vacation rental, condo, villa, or private residence may be eligible for boat pickup if the property is located on the east/Caribbean side of Ambergris Caye and has an accessible dock suitable for pickup.
Complimentary pickup for local activities is available within our standard service area, from Las Terrazas Resort in the north to Royal Caribbean Resort in the south.
If your rental does not have dock access, you may be asked to meet us at our office or at the nearest approved dock.
Properties located north of Las Terrazas or south of Royal Caribbean may be available for pickup at an additional charge.
Guests should provide the name and location of their accommodation in advance so we can confirm the nearest pickup point and advise of any applicable fee.
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