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San Pedro Snorkeling Tours

Discover incredible underwater worlds in San Pedro, exploring vibrant coral reefs, diverse marine life, and crystal-clear Caribbean waters including the famous Belize Barrier Reef

28+ tours
From $90
Half day to full day
San Pedro Snorkeling Tours

San Pedro offers some of Belize's best snorkeling, with access to the famous Belize Barrier Reef, vibrant coral reefs, diverse marine life, and crystal-clear Caribbean waters creating incredible underwater experiences! Snorkeling tours take you to the best snorkeling spots around Ambergris Caye and the Belize Barrier Reef, from coral reefs teeming with tropical fish to the famous Hol Chan Marine Reserve, from shallow sites perfect for beginners to deeper reefs for experienced snorkelers, and from encountering diverse marine life to discovering why this is considered one of the Caribbean's premier snorkeling destinations. Experience the incredible biodiversity of Caribbean waters, see colorful coral formations, encounter tropical fish, rays, and other marine animals, and discover why San Pedro snorkeling is among the world's finest. Whether you're a first-time snorkeler or experienced diver, these tours provide access to spectacular underwater environments with professional guides who ensure safety and maximize your marine life viewing. From coral reefs to seagrass beds, from fish watching to reef exploration, San Pedro snorkeling tours offer unforgettable underwater adventures!

Featured Snorkeling Tours Tours

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Snorkeling at Hol Chan Marine Reserve and Shark Ray Alley
From $80
Free Cancellation

Join our Team as we take you to enjoy a wonderful time in our outdoor office where we provide a detailed snorkeling Tour at two of the best sites anywhere in Belize. We do our best to extend to a 3rd snorkeling stop on our 3 hour tour. We arrive at the locations before the rush hour so you can enjoy abundance of Marine life. The "Hol Chan Marine Reserve" and "Shark & Ray Alley" are the most famous sites near Ambergris Caye & home to more than 200 species of fish, Rays, pristine coral formations along with sea turtles, rays & much more. "Shark & Ray Alley" offers a friendly but trilling experience with friendly Nurse Sharks, fishes & Southern Stingrays in their natural habitat.

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Hol Chan, Shark Ray Full-Day Snorkeling Tour From San Pedro Belize
From $120
Free Cancellation

We are proud to be one of the few operators to give you more at a competitive price and still provide exceptional services. An idea of the itinerary is as follows: Depart at 8:30am for 15 Minutes boat ride to Hol Chan Marine Reserve followed by orientation. 8:45am to 9:45am snorkel At Hol Chan. Boat ride to Shark Ray Alley 10 Minutes. 10am snorkeling at Shark Ray Alley for 25 - 35 Minutes. 10 Minutes ride to Coral Gardens for our 3rd Snorkel stop. 10:15am to 11:15am: Snorkel Coral Gardens. 10 Minutes ride from Coral Gardens to the North Channel to snorkel & look for Manatees. Snorkel for approximately 45 Minutes at North Channel. 15 Minutes ride to Caye Caulker. After consulting with our guests we make a decision to continue to tarpon interaction or take a break to Enjoy a warm Belizean Lunch. At about 1:30pm; take some time to explore the laid back Island of Caye caulker where you can purchase souvenirs. We depart at 3pm enroute to San Pedro with arrival there at about 4pm.

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7h 30m
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Hol Chan Full-Day Bucket List Snorkeling and Marine Life Tour
From $110
Free Cancellation

We love the natural beauty our country has to offer and want to share it in a fun-filled sustainable way. We'll take you to explore 7 epic snorkel stops; turtles, manatees, a ship wreck, sharks and rays, pristine corals at Hol Chan, the coral gardens and two sight seeing sights around Caye Caulker. After this tour you'll check so many things off of your bucket list and you'll learn so much about the Caribbean sea and we take Free GoPro photos/videos for you. Group size per boat is usually 4-10 people the most. We do not use single-use plastics on board our boats, we do not touch or feed the marine life and we hire experienced, energetic guides to bring you the best experience there is to offer. We also give back a percentage of our profits to the local community at the end of the year to support a number of community projects. ***This tour is not for cruise ship passengers, we do not meet in Belize City which makes this tour not compatible with the cruise ship time frame.***

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6h 30m
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Goff's Caye Beach And Snorkeling
From $55
Free Cancellation

Join Splash Wave Tours for an unforgettable trip to Goff’s Caye, Belize! Discover the unspoiled beauty of this tropical paradise, featuring stunning white sand beaches and crystal-clear aquamarine waters. Spend a day soaking up the sun, relaxing on the beach, and enjoying exciting snorkeling adventures. This getaway is perfect for families seeking fun and relaxation in a picturesque setting. Escape the everyday and create lasting memories at Goff’s Caye with us!

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4h
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Coral Garden Shark and Sting Ray Alley Snorkeling
From $75
Free Cancellation

Coral Gardens: A Vibrant Underwater Oasis Discover the enchanting Coral Gardens, a rare and breathtaking marine ecosystem just off the coast of Caye Caulker, south of Ambergris Caye. Here, you can witness impressive masses of large Elk Horn corals stacked atop remnants of older corals, creating a thriving underwater landscape. The vibrant scenery includes stunning Brown and Purple Sea Fans, Bright Orange Stag Horn and Finger Corals, as well as the eye-catching Yellow Tube Sponge. This diverse coral habitat attracts a rich variety of marine life, making it a must-visit destination for snorkelers and divers alike. With depths ranging from 8 to 12 feet, Coral Gardens offers an accessible and unforgettable adventure beneath the waves.

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Hol Chan Marine Reserve Snorkel Tour on the 40' Sirena Azul Sailboat
From $99
Free Cancellation

Explore Ambergris Caye, Belize on this sailing and snorkel tour. Sailing on our 40' Sirena Azul Sailboat, you'll spend time snorkeling at Hol Chan Marine Reserve and Shark Ray Alley, where you will be in awe of sea turtles, nurse sharks, stingrays and interesting coral formations. Adequate space will be provided while onboard the Sirena Azul Sailboat for social distancing for your safety.

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4h
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All inclusive Snorkeling at Hol Chan
From $119.74
Free Cancellation

5 snorkeling stops and 2 sight seeing stops from the boat. The reserve is one of our oldest marine reserves in Belize. The marine life is healthy and abundant. On this tour you see a wide variety of marine life. Sharks, rays, turtles, eels, fish, corals, manatee, seahorse, tarpon and much more. 9:00 - 9:30 am check in at office. Departure time is 10:30 am Return time is 3:00 pm From Caye Caulker Things to wear: -bathing suit and sun block Things to bring: sun block, towel, bathing suit. **Price of ferry ticket to starting point can be a lot less if guests opt for us to purchase the ferry tickets for them.**

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4h 30m
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Caye Caulker Sailing with Snorkeling Hol Chan and Shark Ray Alley
From $150
Free Cancellation

Snorkeling and Sailing to Caye Caulker with stops at Hol Chan Marine Reserve and Shark & Ray Alley. We do a guided snorkel of the Marine Reserve Hol Chan and then snorkeling at Shark & Ray Alley. We leave a little later than most Tour Operators at 10:00 am vs 8:00 am and return later as well, to include the sun setting, where others have you back before or around 4:00 we get back about 6:00 pm. The Crew will walk Guests around the Village in Caye Caulker, go to feed the Tarpon or see the Seahorses and check out The Split. We typically see dolphins along the way!

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8h
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Belize Hol Chan Marine Reserve & Shark Ray Alley Snorkel Tour - Ambergris Caye
From $112.84
Free Cancellation

Enjoy a 3-hour snorkel tour by boat from Ambergris Caye. At Hol Chan Marine Reserve and Shark Ray Alley, Belize’s most popular snorkeling sites, you’ll float along colorful coral reefs and see tropical fish. Swim with nurse sharks, stingrays and sea turtles for a unique underwater experience!

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3h
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Half Day Snorkeling Tour Caye Caulker
From $80
Free Cancellation

Our company's mission is to excel in creating cherished, enduring memories for our guests through personalized service in small group settings. Recognizing our profound responsibility to safeguard the marine environment, we are dedicated to conducting all of our operations in a sustainable and environmentally respectful manner. Spend part of your day with us, exploring the rich marine ecosystems, learning about the fascinating underwater world, and creating memories that will last a lifetime. With 5 exciting stops, our experienced guides will lead you to the best snorkeling spots, ensuring an unforgettable and safe experience. Commonly spotted marine life includes sea turtles, nurse sharks, manatees, rays, and a variety of fish species. Our knowledgeable guides ensure a safe and enriching experience, providing insight about the vast marine ecosystem.

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Let's snorkel Hol Chan the Best Marine Reserve in Belize
From $109
Free Cancellation

Setting us apart from all the other companies, we guarantee to give 150% on making our customer happier, we leave 9:30am, 1 hour earlier than most of the other companies, we provide a Gopro for the Tour. We strive on professionalism, safety driven and being a educative tour operator, and of course having fun the entire day.

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6h
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Snorkel and Island Experience at Laughing Bird Caye National Park
From $150
Free Cancellation

Laughing Bird Caye is a National Park and World Heritage Site. It is a long and narrow island known for its abundance of marine life and corals. The name comes from the gulls that are among the many birds that Inhabit the north end of the caye. Laughing Bird Caye offers excellent snorkeling as would be expected at a national park. On the east side of the island coral mounds separated by sandy patches rise to about 5 feet from the surface. These mounds have a variety of coral types which are home to lobsters, barracuda, lizardfish, angel fish, parrot fish, spotted drums, southern rays and a myriad of reef fish. On the west side your guide will find lobster, barracuda, lizardfish, Nassau grouper, angel fish, furry sea cucumbers, conch and lots and lots of colourful juvenile reef fish.

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Turtle Garden Snorkeling Tour and Island Break
From $90
Free Cancellation

Hol Chan Marine Reserve is located off the southern tip of Ambergris Caye. Mayan for “little channel”, Hol Chan Marine Reserve is doubtfully one of the most popular dive sites in the Caribbean, and indeed in Belize. The entire reserve focuses on a cut through the reef (called a quebrada) which is little more than 25 yards wide and 30 feet deep about 4 miles southeast of San Pedro. Hol Chan has burgeoned into a unique refuge, with vigorous coral formations and a richness of marine life. We will then head to the neighboring Turtle Garden, where you will snorkel or dive and be able to get up close and personal with ecstatic Sea Turtle and Southern Sting Rays. When you arrive, you will see the surface often boiling with rolling sharks and sting ray as they compete for the scraps. These creatures have a great tolerance for divers and snorkelers. Hol Chan is the Number snorkeling site here in Belize City!

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5h
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Snorkeling at Silk and Moho Caye
From $151.88
Free Cancellation

Dive into the ultimate underwater adventure around the stunning Silk Caye! Swim with the friendly nurse sharks, graceful sea turtles, and sleek sting rays in their natural habitat. And that's not all – you'll also get to soak up some sun on this pristine island paradise. After working up an appetite, indulge in a mouth-watering lunch lovingly cooked by your guides on the gorgeous Moho Caye. Once you've refueled, the snorkeling fun continues around the breathtaking Moho Caye. Don't miss this chance to experience the magic of Belize's aquatic wonders!

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Caye Caulker Marine Reserve 3 Stops Snorkeling Adventure
From $65
Free CancellationNew

Discover the stunning underwater world of the Belize Barrier Reef, the second largest in the world! Begin your adventure at the meeting point, where the crew welcomes you, provides quality snorkeling gear, and gives a full safety briefing. Board a high-speed boat and cruise over turquoise waters to your first stop at Shark & Ray Alley, swimming safely alongside gentle nurse sharks and southern stingrays with expert guides. Continue to South Channel to explore vibrant coral reefs filled with tropical fish, eagle rays, and other marine life. Next stop at Coral Gardens with free time to enjoy colorful coral formations, spot bright fish, take photos, and soak in the peaceful beauty of the reef. Finally, end your tour with a bonus stop at the Tarpon Feeding Dock, where you can hand-feed giant silver tarpons as they leap from the water. Private tours are available for cruise ship guests. Please select this option when booking. Minimum of 5 people per booking.

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Why Choose Snorkeling Tours in San Pedro?

Belize Barrier Reef

Snorkel at famous Belize Barrier Reef!

Crystal-Clear Waters

Experience excellent visibility in pristine Caribbean waters.

Diverse Marine Life

See tropical fish, rays, and diverse underwater ecosystems.

Professional Guidance

Expert guides ensure safety and maximize your marine life viewing.

Types of Snorkeling Tours in San Pedro

Hol Chan Marine Reserve Tours

Tours visiting famous Hol Chan Marine Reserve.

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Reef Snorkeling Tours

Tours visiting multiple coral reefs with diverse marine life.

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Shark Ray Alley Tours

Tours experiencing famous Shark Ray Alley with rays and nurse sharks.

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Full Day Snorkeling Tours

Comprehensive tours visiting multiple sites with extended snorkeling.

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What to Expect on Your Snorkeling Tour

Duration

Snorkeling tours: 4-6 hours. Full day tours: 6-8 hours with multiple sites.

Underwater Exploration

Snorkel at multiple sites with diverse marine life.

Marine Life Encounters

See tropical fish, rays, coral formations, and diverse species.

Professional Guides

Expert guides provide snorkeling instruction and marine life identification.

Educational

Learn about marine ecosystems and conservation.

Photography

Underwater photography opportunities available.

Expert Tips for the Best Experience

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Snorkeling tours showcase world-class Belize Barrier Reef

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Hol Chan Marine Reserve highlight - famous and stunning

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Shark Ray Alley offers unforgettable ray encounters

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Tours suitable for all skill levels

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Snorkeling equipment typically provided

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Bring underwater camera for marine life photos

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Snorkeling tours showcase incredible marine biodiversity

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Snorkeling tours essential for water enthusiasts

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:What marine life can I see?

A: San Pedro snorkeling offers diverse marine life including tropical fish (colorful, abundant), rays (southern stingrays common), nurse sharks, coral formations (vibrant, diverse), and various Caribbean species creating incredible underwater biodiversity! Marine life absolutely diverse. Tropical fish abundant. Rays common. Nurse sharks exciting. Essential for snorkeling enthusiasts. Must-see - marine biodiversity. Spectacular underwater world. World-class snorkeling experience!

Q:How much do snorkeling tours cost?

A: Snorkeling tours: $90-150 per person including boat, guide, equipment, and snorkeling. Full day snorkeling tours: $150-250 per person. Private snorkeling tours: $200-400 per person. Prices typically include boat, guide, snorkeling equipment, and safety equipment. Book through reputable operators. Tours excellent value for snorkeling experiences. Essential for experiencing reef. Snorkeling tours worth the cost!

Q:What is Hol Chan Marine Reserve?

A: Hol Chan Marine Reserve is Belize's first marine reserve featuring stunning coral reef cut (chan) with diverse marine life, protected coral formations, and being considered Belize's most famous snorkeling site creating spectacular snorkeling experience! Belize first marine reserve. Coral cut impressive. Marine life diverse. Absolutely stunning - essential Belize snorkeling. Must-visit - famous site. World-class snorkeling. Spectacular marine reserve!

Q:Do I need experience?

A: No experience necessary! Tours suitable for all skill levels including complete beginners with instruction! Guides provide snorkeling instruction and support. However, basic swimming ability helpful. Life jackets available for those less confident. Tours accommodate different skill levels. Snorkeling accessible for all. Tours designed for all abilities!

Q:What about Shark Ray Alley?

A: Shark Ray Alley is famous snorkeling site where southern stingrays and nurse sharks gather, offering unforgettable encounters with these amazing animals creating incredible snorkeling experience! Famous snorkeling site. Rays common. Nurse sharks exciting. Absolutely spectacular - essential experience. Must-visit - incredible encounters. Stunning marine experience. World-famous snorkeling!

Q:Is it safe to snorkel with sharks?

A: Yes, absolutely safe! Nurse sharks at Shark Ray Alley are docile and pose no threat to snorkelers! Guides provide safety briefings. Nurse sharks accustomed to snorkelers. Safety protocols established. Sharks pose no danger. Respectful interaction important. Safe and incredible experience!

Q:What should I bring?

A: Essential items: Sunscreen (reef-safe), camera (underwater if possible), and water! Sun protection critical - Caribbean sun strong. Underwater camera for marine life photos. Water for hydration. Snorkeling equipment typically provided. Towels helpful for after snorkeling. Essential gear for snorkeling tours. Sun protection most important!

Q:Are tours suitable for families?

A: Yes! Snorkeling tours family-friendly with incredible marine encounters suitable for children comfortable in water! Children enjoy seeing tropical fish and marine life. However, involve being in water - ensure children comfortable swimming. Safety important - life jackets available. Perfect for families wanting marine experiences. Many families enjoy snorkeling tours. Consider children's comfort levels. Family-friendly with appropriate supervision!

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Why Visit San Pedro?

Pristine Caribbean beaches

Crystal-clear turquoise waters

Excellent water activities

Laid-back island atmosphere

Beautiful coral reefs

Perfect blend of relaxation and adventure

Best Time to Visit

Weather

San Pedro enjoys a tropical climate with hot, humid weather year-round. Average temperatures range from 75°F (24°C) to 85°F (29°C).

Best Months

December to April offers the best weather with dry conditions.

Peak Season

December to April brings peak tourist season with ideal weather, larger crowds, and higher prices.

Off Season

May to November offers lower prices and fewer crowds, though with more rain.

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Walking and golf carts are the main ways to get around the island. Organized tours include transportation for water activities.

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