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Most famous for its extensive Barrier Reef
ecosystem and pristine coral reefs, Belize is the perfect place for a
tropical snorkeling trip.
Scuba diving has long received more attention in Belize since it is such
a widely known sport, but few people understand that the snorkeling
opportunities are also exceptional. The clear warm waters of the
Caribbean are more salty than in temperate regions,
and creates extra buoyancy for swimmers which allows anyone to feel
comfortable while exploring the reefs with a mask and snorkel. Scuba
diving is usually available wherever snorkeling is.
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Free diving is also popular. There are many places where one can free dive (without supplementary air) to depths of 40 feet or more. The water is clear and warm, and those with a small weight belt can stay down for several minutes safely. When choosing Belize snorkel tours, remember that not all lodges are located on the coral reef. If you want to avoid a long and expensive boat ride to access snorkeling spots, make sure you know that you can snorkel right off shore. Visitors to the mainland should be aware that the Belize Barrier Reef and associated coral is a minimum of 10 miles away, and visitors to popular Caye Caulker and Ambergris Caye are often surprised to find out that the reef is still a half-mile away, too far for most people to swim, and the waters are full of dangerous boats used for scuba. Snorkeling tours use boats in these areas. The best locations for snorkeling right off shore are the three atolls of Belize: Glover's Reef, Lighthouse Reef and Turneffe Islands, and the southern cayes of the Barrier Reef. In these spots the islands sit right on the reef and you can jump in and snorkel immediately. Serious snorkelers should not pass up a trip to visit Belize. Snorkel areas are so lush there that in one session a knowledgeable person can identify thirty fish, fifteen other creatures and many species of coral and sponges. Below is a short list of commonly seen underwater species.
To find out more about Belize snorkel tours
on our private island,
call (800) 390-5715 What you can expect to see snorkeling and diving in Belize:
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Belize Scuba Diving Vacations, Deep Sea Diving on Long Caye |
Surfing Belize, Surfing
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TOP IMAGE: KEITH FIALCOWITZ OTHER PHOTOS TOP TO BOTTOM: TOM HOLUB, ALL OTHER PHOTOS BY TOBY CHUNG.
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