Discover Belize
Le Belize est connu des plongeurs principalement en raison de son fameux « Blue Hole ». Cette destination a toutefois beaucoup plus à offrir, autant au niveau de la plongée sous-marine que des activités culturelles et d’aventure!
Belize is a natural paradise preserved from mass tourism. This heavenly place will make you discover an extraordinary sea, dream beaches and exceptional biodiversity. The tropical jungle is full of breathtaking reserves and animals, but also Mayan sites preserved from mass tourism.
Here is a description of some of the regions of Belize.
Belize District
Belize City, the largest city in the country, remains the heart and soul of the country although it has lost its rank of capital to Belmopan. From Belize City, it is possible to easily discover some Mayan cities, visit the Belize City zoo, discover its museum founded in the old prison, and quickly transit to the tropical jungle and the splendid seabed. Most international flights land in Belize City. So you will certainly compromise there. You can then transfer to other parts of Belize by plane, public or private bus or boat.
Les Cayes – Ambergris Caye et Caye Caulker
Ces îles coralliennes situées au large du Belize se trouvent sur la deuxième plus grande barrière de corail après celle de l’Australie. L’île la plus visitée est Ambergris, qui est aussi la plus grande du Belize. Sur cette île Eco responsable, on s’y déplace en voiturette de golf ce qui permet de conserver un climat propice à l’environnement, tout comme sur son île voisine Caye Caulker.
It is from these islands that it is possible to reach the most beautiful diving sites in Belize, including the “Blue Hole”, the Hol Chan reserve and all the other countless sites offered by the coral reef.
It is in San Pedro, on Ambergris Caye, that you will find accommodation, restaurants and the most diving centers.
Cayo District
The Cayo region is the easternmost region of Belize, on the border with Guatemala. A large part of the country's tourist sites are concentrated there. Eastern Belizeans boast that “the East is the best place to live.” The Cayo district, which covers a lush green landscape, has the most impressive natural sights in the country. You'll find wild rivers, lush jungles, verdant hills, majestic waterfalls, an unimaginable cave complex and two of the most important Mayan ruins in the country. It’s the perfect place to practice other adventure sports! The central city for organizing your adventures is San Ignacio.
Stann Creek District
Stann Creek is located in southeastern Belize. This region consists of white sand beaches, rugged Mayan mountains, as well as lush jungles. It is a mixture of art, music, cuisine and culture. The Stann Creek district is also an important banana, citrus and other fruit growing region. The port of Big Creek (deep water port) is its flagship and allows the export of these fruits and vegetables. Placencia offers spectacular beaches and is the departure point for the main dive sites in the region.
Toledo District
Located in the far south of Belize, Toledo is sometimes called the “forgotten land” by its residents. In the heart of these 1,700 miles of tropical forest, certain treasures are particularly worth the detour, such as the natural pools of Blue Creek Cave, the Maya Cacao family cocoa plantation as well as the countless Mayan villages around Punta Gorda. Toledo is home to several Mayan sites and its population represents the most cultural diversity in Belize. The sparsely populated villages are inhabited by Mopan and Ketchi farmers, while towns like Punta Gorda bring together populations from the East Indies. The houses are simple and it is not uncommon to see Mayan women washing their clothes in the river while the men tend the fields.
Diving in Belize
Belize has a warm tropical climate all year around. The high tourist season, which coincides with the drier months, extends from December to April. The water temperature is between 27-30°C all year round and visibility is rarely below 30 meters.
The rainy season, which runs from June to November, with daily downpours and higher hurricane risks between August and October, can offer reduced visibilities at times, as well as rougher waves and surface conditions.
Diving in Belize is possible all year round!
Ambergris Caye
This island located near the coral reef includes the Hol Chan marine reserve which is made up offour exploration areas, including a vibrant coral reef, turtle beds, mangroves and the famous Shark Ray Alley. Here you can observe an astonishing array of colorful tropical fish, rays, dolphins, turtles, manatees and other sea creatures in abundance. The island is bordered by a long coral reef accessible in a few minutes by boat. Reefs are also accessible within swimming distance and offer superb snorkeling sites.
Blue Hole – Atoll Lighthouse
Lighthouse Atoll is the most remote in Belize and faces the depths, with elevations of up to more than 1,000 meters. So this is the area where you are most likely to spot more marine life, like reef sharks, especially around Half Moon Caye. This atoll is also home to the famous “Blue Hole”. This collapsed limestone cavern is over 300 meters wide and 125 meters deep and is home to fascinating underwater formations. Little marine life is spotted inside the formation at depth, but reef sharks and bulldogs occasionally make an appearance near the surface. This site is reserved for advanced divers with good buoyancy control, as the dive is deep and on a drop.
You can dive Lighthouse Atoll from Ambergis Caye (fastest, 2.5-3 hours) or Caye Caulker.
Caye Caulker
The Caye Caulker Marine Reserve includes the portion of the coral reef that runs parallel to the island, as well as a seagrass meadow at the Caye Caulker Forest Reserve. This reserve is rich in various marine species. During the months of April to September, you might have the chance to observe a manatee.
Atoll Turneffe
An hour's sail from Caye Caulker, Turneffe Atoll offers some of the best wall diving in Belize. Turneffe Atoll offers wonderful snorkeling experiences and dives rich in sponges, branching corals and soft corals. Turneffe offers gentle currents that are perfect for marine life activity, but it is suitable for both beginner and advanced divers.
Placencia – Atoll Glover
Around the full moon in March, April, May and June, whale sharks can be seen in the Gladden Spit Marine Reserve. This reserve is located approximately 50 kilometers east of Placencia. située à environ 50 kilomètres à l’est de Placencia.
Glover’s Atoll is the smallest and southernmost atoll of Belize and therefore among the least visited. It is also the most fully formed coral atoll in Belize, offering a great abundance of coral and marine life. The atoll is surrounded by dropping reefs that start from 25 feet and go straight down to around 2,700 feet. The distance to travel is a little greater, but the trip is worth it.
Placencia offers several other dive sites like South Water Caye and the local reef sites. South Water Caye et les sites du récif local.At
Choose you itinerary
We work closely with a local operator who can offer you the experience tailored to your interests! Whether for a trip focused on scuba diving, a rejuvenating cultural stay in the jungle or for a perfect combination of experiences, we have the solution.
Below you will find some suggested itineraries already prepared.