About this experience
Enjoy a spectacular day aboard a spacious 45 foot catamaran to experience the Belize Barrier Reef at the Hol Chan Marine Reserve. Spend the day comfortable and content with experienced guides providing an experience you will not forget.
At a glance
- Duration: 7 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 7 hr 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
Hol Chan Marine Reserve Guide
Plan a boat trip to Hol Chan Marine Reserve from San Pedro, with guidance on reserve habitats, tour costs, weather, access, conservation rules, accessibility, and what to bring.
Belize Snorkeling Tours Guide
Compare Belize snorkeling tours, understand the classic Hol Chan and Shark Ray Alley route, choose a departure base, and know what to confirm before booking.
Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve Guide
Plan a rewarding day in Belize’s Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve, with practical advice on waterfalls, caves, road conditions, timing, fees, and choosing between self-driving and a guided trip.
What is included
- Park Fees included
- Rum Punch
- Bottled water
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Lunch of Rice beans and Chicken unless requested otherwise
- Fruit and Ceviche'
Not included
- Sunscreen Hat Towel
Itinerary and highlights
We depart the at dock 9:30 for a 90 minute sail to the famous Hol Chan Marine reserve.Upon arrival we will separate into groups with your guide, ensure equipment fits and enjoy an amazing experience in the protected waters enjoying the vibrant colors of the many varieties of fish and Coral in a group led experience of about 50 minutes
After we exit the water we sail down the reef to Shark Ray Alley still part of the Marine Reserve. Upon arrival get ready for an up close encounter with our resident Nurse Sharks and Southern Stingrays a spectacular chance for photos on this unique tour stop. After our shark experience we will enjoy a Belizean rice and Beans lunch as we sail to our last stop for the day.
After our Shark/Ray experience we sail to our last stop Coral Gardens. Our last stop is the beautiful Coral Gardens where an abundance of Corals tropical fish and possibly Turtles and Eagle Rays can be seen After our last snorkel stop we enjoy a sail back to the Island and enjoy Rum Punch, Ceviche', fruit and snacks. Relax to some Reggae and enjoy the sail back we reach the dock at 4:30
Meeting and pickup information
- Glassbox Tours office located on Playa Asuncion in front of Rainbow Restaurant. We depart from dock located there, we are 5 docks North of San Pedro Express water Taxi.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Glassbox Tours
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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