Adventures in Paradise – The Best Things to do in Ambergris Caye, Belize

Hol Chan Marine Reserve and Shark Ray Alley are two of Belize’s most popular destinations for nature tours. Take this 2.5-hour tour to get close to marine wildlife.

Mexico Rocks is one of the top snorkeling destinations. Not only is the water around Mexico Rocks incredibly clear, it also has a very mild current, making underwater observation especially easy.

No trip to Ambergris Caye is complete without a visit to the picture perfect Secret Beach area. The west coast of the island is located on Chetumal Bay and its protected waters are like a giant swimming pool.

Embark on an unforgettable journey blending ancient Mayan marvels with Belize's lush jungle. Start with a scenic boat ride from San Pedro, leading to the awe-inspiring Xunantunich ruins via a hand-cranked ferry. As you explore, envision ancient life thriving within this historic site. Continue to the Jaguar Paw Nature Reserve, where a guided hike through the rainforest and dry caves unveils Belize's rich ecosystem. The highlight is a serene cave tubing adventure through crystal-clear waters, navigating stalactite-filled caverns under a forest canopy. This peaceful float offers a unique view of nature's wonders, perfect for capturing memorable moments. Dress comfortably for exploration and cave tubing, and remember your underwater camera. With convenient changing facilities at your journey's end, this adventure promises a perfect blend of history and natural beauty, creating lasting memories in Belize's enchanting landscape.

The northwest side of the Turneffe Atoll offers exceptional diving opportunities. With sites like Mini Elbow, Rendezvous, Vicente Wall, and Elkin’s Bay, the specific dive locations are chosen based on weather conditions and the experience level of the group. Whether you’re doing shallow dives for certification or exploring deeper walls for more experienced divers, our captains carefully select the best available site for each trip. The dive sites on the northwest side of the atoll typically feature wall tops with depths ranging from thirty to fifty feet, with wide spur-and-groove formations and vertical walls that drop over 100 feet before shelving and plunging even deeper. Marine life is abundant, with schools of Cubera Snapper and a diverse population of grouper species, including Nassau, Tiger, and Yellowfin. You can also spot the delicate Spotted Drum and the vibrant Splendid Toadfish regularly. Keep an eye out in the deeper waters for Spotted Eagle Rays, the occasional Manta Ray, Turtles, and even Sharks, including rare and thrilling sightings of Hammerhead Sharks. This side of the atoll is well-protected from easterly and southeasterly winds, providing ideal dive conditions on most days. During the winter months, when northerly and northwesterly winds prevail, dive sites such as JoJo’s Split, Lee Ellen’s Melons, Corona, and Grand Bogue on the east side of the Atoll become available. The versatility of diving on the Turneffe Atoll is unmatched. The walls on the east side generally start a bit deeper, between forty-five and fifty feet, and feature narrower spur-and-groove formations but with steeper wall faces than those on the west side. Here, you can expect sightings of pelagic species like rays, turtles, and sharks, along with reef tropicals and numerous Yellow Tube Sponges.

Embark on the ultimate Belizean adventure with our Zip Line/Xunantinich Ruins tour! Prepare to experience the thrill of soaring through the jungle canopy on a zip line, followed by an immersive journey through history as you explore the majestic Xunantinich Ruins. Join us for an unforgettable day of adrenaline-pumping excitement and ancient wonders.

Discover the essence of Belize with a trip to Altun Ha, known as “rock stone water” in Maya. Embark on an exciting journey aboard our skiffs for a scenic 30-minute boat ride across San Pedro Lagoon and through the Northern River, navigating past potential obstacles depending on the season. Along the way, seize the opportunity to witness the abundant jungle wildlife. Arriving at Bomba Village, explore local traditions and find unique souvenirs. The adventure continues with a van ride along the Pan-American Highway to the ancient Altun Ha archaeological site, where you’ll marvel at stelae, altars, temples, and more, some restored and others as they were discovered since excavations began in 1965. The journey doesn’t end there; proceed to Maruba, a distinctive jungle lodge, for an optional lunch, spa treatment, horseback riding, or simply relax amidst the sounds of nature. Conclude this unforgettable experience with a return boat trip to Ramon’s Village Resort on Ambergris Caye, making your Belize adventure truly memorable.

Embark on an unforgettable adventure with our ATM Cave tour. Delve into the depths of the Actun Tunichil Muknal Cave and immerse yourself in the mysterious world of the ancient Maya. Traverse through chambers adorned with ancient pottery, ceremonial vessels, and the sacred remains of offerings left by the Maya centuries ago. Marvel at the crystalline formations that adorn the cave walls, creating a mesmerizing underground landscape. Your adventure continues as you wade through the crystal-clear waters of the cave's underground river. Join us as we explore the depths of the ATM Cave, where the ancient past comes to life in Belize's most spectacular adventure.

This tour takes you on an off-the-beaten path picnic on the white, sandy shore of Robles Point. To whet your appetite, your first stop will be to go snorkeling around Mexico Rocks. After you’ve had a look around underwater, you’ll get to try to catch a few fish yourself with a traditional hook or a spear — whatever you catch, you can have for lunch (but don’t worry if you don’t catch anything, they’ve got you covered).

Bring your own gear or use what we provide. Set sail on our forty-two-foot deep-sea fishing boat for an action-packed day. Right off the coast, you'll find the world’s second-largest barrier reef, a sanctuary for some of the most formidable game fish in the Caribbean. In less than five minutes, we’ll be outside the reef, trolling for the ocean's titans: Marlin, Sailfish, Wahoo, and Mahi Mahi, just to name a few.

Ambergris Caye provides easy access to the Belize Barrier Reef, one of the largest and most impressive coral reefs in the world. This tour will allow you to fish and snorkel in an endangered but thriving ecosystem. Level of difficulty: Low – prior fishing skills not required

Relish a snorkeling adventure alongside these majestic creatures before we make our way to Coral Gardens for another snorkeling expedition. Here, you'll witness the mesmerizing "dancing fans" of Coral Gardens and the vibrant, exotic fish that inhabit this underwater paradise.

Night dives at Hol Chan provide a unique experience compared to daytime diving. The beam of your dive light uncovers an array of fascinating nocturnal creatures, including Basket Stars, Octopuses, Seahorses, and Orangeball Corallimorphs. You'll often encounter five or six Southern Stingrays on each dive, and you might even get a visit from a local Lemon Shark.

The Barrier Reef hosts an array of marine life, including species such as Cubera and Yellowtail Snapper, Parrot Fish, Butterfly Fish, Blue Tang, and Blue Chromis. It’s common to spot Barracudas and Moray Eels, along with Green, Loggerhead, and Hawksbill Turtles. You might also encounter Stingrays, Eagle Rays, Nurse Sharks, and occasionally a Caribbean Reef Shark or Manta Ray. Divers operates a fleet of four skiffs ranging from twenty-eight to thirty-four feet in length. These boats, which can accommodate up to eight divers plus crew, are used for dives along the Belize Barrier Reef near Ambergris Caye. The reef's close proximity—just over a quarter mile offshore—allows us to select from thirty to forty named dive sites, all reachable within five to fifteen minutes by boat from our dock. The Miss Gina, our 42-foot professional dive boat, can carry up to sixteen divers plus crew, making it an ideal choice for larger groups diving the barrier reef. Daily trips are offered at 9:00 am, 11:30 am, and 2:00 pm to dive sites along the Belize Barrier Reef adjacent to Ambergris Caye. With dive sites just minutes away, we return to our dock between dives to exchange scuba tanks and meet surface interval requirements. This flexibility allows divers to choose any combination of dives each day. Our dive sites offer remarkable experiences for both novice and experienced divers, and our dive masters and guides will tailor your dives to match your skill level.

Visit the Coral Gardens in the Caye Caulker Marine Reserve to see one of the prettiest underwater landscapes in Belize. This snorkeling tour is a fun excursion for the whole family, for visitors of any level of snorkeling expertise.

On this tour, you’ll get to see the Hol Chan Marine Reserve at sunset. Your tour boat comes with a bright, underwater light that will illuminate the underwater hive of activity. Watch as larger fish begin to hunt in channels between the reefs.

This sunset tour takes place on a 38-foot (11.5-m) catamaran sailboat, which is large enough for 25 people. It’s a romantic cruise, but also a relaxing trip for families or groups of friends.

Upon arriving at the Elbow, our dive masters will provide a thorough briefing before everyone takes a "giant stride" into the water. The planned dive reaches a maximum depth of eighty feet, but divers can choose to stay at shallower depths based on their comfort levels. This multilevel dive offers around forty minutes of bottom time, with typical visibility reaching about ninety feet and constant currents. As you drift along, you'll encounter massive coral mounds featuring hard corals and some of the largest barrel sponges you’ll ever see. In deeper waters, you'll also spot gorgonians and large schools of snapper, grouper, and horse-eye jacks. The stronger the currents, the more abundant the marine life, as the flow of microorganisms feeds smaller fish, which in turn attract larger fish and sharks. The second dive on this trip will be at The Wit, a 300-foot-long sunken ship and the first of its kind at Turneffe. Diving at The Wit is a unique and captivating experience for any ocean enthusiast. As the ship was recently sunk, divers have the rare opportunity to witness marine life as it gradually transforms this man-made structure into a thriving habitat, nursery, and shelter. This site sits at a depth of eighty feet with a bottom time of around fifty minutes. After this exhilarating dive, we'll dock at Calabash Caye for lunch, where you can also enjoy a peaceful nature walk along The Calabash Nature Trail. Following lunch, we’ll head to Northern Turneffe for a dive at one of its pristine wall sites. Snacks and juice will be provided throughout the journey, but remember that Pineapples on the Beach will be ready to serve you a delicious dinner upon your return. Although dinner isn't included in the dive package, it’s a perfect way to unwind after a day of adventure. Take some time to freshen up, then join us at Pineapples on the Beach for a wonderful evening.

This tour takes you from Ambergris Caye to the mainland, where you’ll set sail down the legendary Lamanai River toward a Maya ruin. Lamanai has sat, shrouded in jungle, for many centuries, and didn't get any attention from archeologists until the 1970s. But this tour truly isn’t about the destination – travelers should take this trip especially for the journey through the gorgeous surroundings of the Belizean jungle alone.

Embark on the pinturest boat journey across the tranquil waters separating San Pedro from mainland Belize. We offer different options for you to have an amazing experience. After navigating the cave system, you'll gently float down the river beneath a grand canopy of riverside foliage to where the hike began. Facilities for showering and changing are available at the trail's end, allowing you to switch into dry attire. For the cave tubing excursion, opt for shorts and a shirt over a swimsuit, and sturdy shoes (avoid flip flops) to safeguard against rocks and ensure they stay on your feet. Participants are expected to walk and carry their own tubes, provided by the operator, and some arm paddling is necessary to navigate the caves and river. Then, prepare for the thrill of the Aerial Trek Zip Line across the Belizean jungle canopy! A scenic walk through the dense rainforest offers glimpses of the river, cliff faces, and potentially, the darkened caves that may still harbor jaguars. Once equipped, you'll glide from platform to platform, eighty feet above the forest floor, surrounded by a vibrant tapestry of tropical plants, birds, and possibly, black howler monkeys. The zip line features eight platforms with handrails, a dual-cable system for enhanced safety, and the support of skilled and hospitable attendants to guide you throughout this exhilarating experience.