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Hol Chan Marine Reserve

Ambergris Caye, San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize
Ranked #1 of 8 attractions in San Pedro
4.5 of 5 stars 526 Reviews
Type: Nature/ Wildlife Areas, Reefs
Activities: Snorkelling, Scuba diving
Description: This beautiful nature reserve is in an area world famous for its excellent diving.
Useful Information: Activities for older children
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Baton Rouge, Louisiana
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5 reviews 5 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

We snorkeled Hol Chan and Shark/Ray Alley instead of diving and it was the best snorkeling I have done so far. Nice and calm but full of sting rays, eagle rays, turtles, eels, and nurse sharks. It is definitely a trip to do if you are in Belize. Our trip was an hour snorkeling at Hol Chan and an hour... More

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bronx
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16 reviews 16 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

This was an amazing experience. An experience of a lifetime More

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Edinburgh
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

This is an amazing feature of the country - however I did feel that Shark Ray Alley was crowded, and a neighbouring boat emptied a tub of lionfish blood, guts or whatever, near enough on my head. I don't know if I approve of so many tours going out to feed the sharks every day. More

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Los Angeles
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

We went snorkeling at Hol Chan Marine Reserve in May 2012 and saw 3 sea turtles, a moray eel, small sharks, several sting rays, conch and a large variety of fish. This was my favorite experience while visiting Ambergris Caye. Our hotel arranged it for us for less than $40 per person, including rental equipment. If you are an inexperienced... More

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Baltimore, MD
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

We went on a tour with Tuff Enuff Tours as they had a location at our resort. Great tour! The whole tour was by boat, the guide literally gave the admission tickets to a police officer sitting on a boat in the middle of the water. We had all been snorkeling several times before in varying locations and agreed that... More

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Houston, Texas
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

We have snorkeled many different places (Maui, Oahu, Costa Rica, Grand Bahama, Cancun, Ixtapa, Ocho Rios Jamaica, Grand Caymen and Bonaire) with only Bonaire and Maui being as good. Lots of variety in fish, rays, coral and the warmth and clarity of the water made it extremely enjoyable. More

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Webster, New York
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

we took a boat ride out to hol chan and snorkled with the nurse sharks and stingerays and many other colorful fish. More

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Dallas, Texas
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29 reviews 29 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW

Saw lots of fish, but think the Florida Keys have clearer and brighter fish. Saw very large fish here. More

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St. Petersburg, Florida
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3 reviews 3 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012 NEW

We thought it was beautiful, but there was a current More

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brisbane
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012 NEW

This is a must even if you hate water. The coral was very healthy, aquatic life was endless. Crystal clear water, beautiful. More

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