Snorkeling at Hol Chan Marine Reserve & Shark Ray Alley: Explore Belize's Underwater Wonders

Experience the thrill of snorkeling at Hol Chan Marine Reserve and Shark Ray Alley in Belize. Explore vibrant coral formations, encounter diverse marine life, and swim with friendly nurse sharks and stingrays in their natural habitat.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Ridge and Reef Adventures - The team strives to arrive before the usual crowd at “Hol Chan Marine Reserve.” Regular departures are scheduled at 8:30 am and often at 1:30 pm. While not guaranteed, efforts are made to include a third stop even on the half-day option.
    The journey to the Reserve takes approximately 15 to 25 minutes, where a briefing is…
What's Included
  • Use of snorkeling equipment
  • Snacks
  • All fees and/or taxes
  • Bottled water
Additional Information

Join the team for an exciting experience in the outdoor office, featuring a comprehensive snorkeling tour at two of Belize’s top sites. The team strives to include a third snorkeling stop during the 3-hour tour. Arriving at the locations before peak times ensures an abundance of marine life to enjoy.
The “Hol Chan Marine Reserve” and “Shark & Ray Alley”…

Location
Ridge and Reef Adventures
Meet at our Dock located at the above address in front of the Belize Chocolate Company. Our Signboard is displayed at the foot of the dock where A Team Member will be wearing our Yellow T-Shirt. Take Towels, sunblock & Sunglases. Check in 8am for the 8:30am Tour Check in 1pm for the 1:30pm Tour.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Nishat_j
May 26, 2025
Great experience - It’s absolutely amazing experience. I am not a strong swimmer. Kyle and crew took very good care of me. It felt safe. The views were amazing!
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S7262owmikew
May 17, 2025
Memorable snorkeling trip; Ovel, Abraham and Marvin were superb team - We recently did the half-day, 3-hour snorkeling tour to Hol Chan Marine Reserve and Shark Ray Alley and were thoroughly satisfied and enthralled with the experience. Ovel was excellent, responsive, and very flexible with the tour arrangements and it was an absolute pleasure dealing with him remotely over Whatsapp and also in person. On board the snorkeling vessel, we felt totally safe (and constantly entertained) with Abraham and Marvin who managed aour group of 10 people in an extremely reassuring and professional manner. We saw many varieties or marine life on the barrier reef around 15 minutes from San Pedro and will always remember this day. For tourists seeking a value-for-money half-day snorkeling adventure, this is definitely the trip to join.
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K8971yyjenniferc
May 17, 2025
Big group, good time - They picked us up outside our hotel and Abraham especially was so kind with our weaker swimmers! They definitely know what they are doing and our group had a great time. Our only complaint was that there were 17 of us and one had to go on a separate boat but smaller groups would probably have a great time!
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Cara_k
May 15, 2025
We had the most wonderful... - We had the most wonderful time with Mike on the boat and snorkeling. Mike is extremely knowledgeable and really took the time and effort to point things out and explain things to us. I have never had such an amazing snorkeling experience with all the wildlife we saw. Rays, sharks, turtles, fishes of all kinds - it was a once in a lifetime experience for me for sure. It was a lot of swimming so definitely request a life vest if you’re not a strong swimmer. I would highly recommend.
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Donnieo553
May 15, 2025
Amazing experience on all levels! - Did the 3hr snorkeling tour. Such an amazing experience! Marvin was our guide and he was so knowledgeable. He guided us through the area we were snorkeling, pointing out different types of corals and fish. Also giving us history on the area as well. This guy knows his stuff! Super friendly and very cool. My wife’s mask was giving her issues and he literally gave her his own so that her experience wouldn’t be jeopardized. Then she had no more issues! Also, the man at the office (don’t remember his name) gave us a great recommendation for lunch (Briana’s) and it was awesome! 15$USD for two lunches with two bottled drinks. Can’t beat that. All in all, these guys at this place definitely took care of us in more ways than one. Highly recommend! Thank you guys!
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X1375cvbriang
May 10, 2025
3 hour tour. - Súper fun time, it was cool that we learned the history of Belize. Great pictures, sharks, sting rays and a ton of fish, easy swimming
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Ryanot6246kv
May 7, 2025
Amazing snorkeling tour - By far the best snorkeling experience I could ask for. The tour guide went above and beyond. We will definitely be back and an absolute must for every trip to Ambergris Caye.
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108sallyu
Apr 24, 2025
The guided snorkeling was fantastic! - The guided snorkeling was fantastic! I've not experienced it like that before, where a guide tells you exactly what you are seeing underwater as you see it, while you snorkel. Kyle, our Guide, was so knowledgable and great at pointing out things. What an amazing experience to get to see the Hol Chan Marine reserve. We saw so much marine life - all the corals, so many varieties of fish, turtles, nurse sharks, eagle rays... Swimming with the sharks was incredible! The third additional stop was also great and a refreshing drink and fresh fruit topped it off. I live in the Caribbean and still highly reccommend... go now!
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Elias_h
Apr 20, 2025
Great time - Kyle and jordan are so kind and make it funny was a beautiful.day and the expierience with the sharks is awesome we see turtles and rays too
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Y6522hkdebbier
May 8, 2025
Fun in Hol Chan - Marvin was very patient. He still gets excited when he sees manatees & wanted to share them with us. Saw turtles, rays, nurse sharks, many types of coral, conch beds-all in the 1/2 day trip
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From $80
up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).