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Caye Caulker Snorkeling: My Day With Caveman Snorkeling Tours

Last Updated: October 25, 2023 //  by  Ashley Smith 3 Comments

The story of my Caye Caulker snorkeling excursion begins a long time ago in Belize. It’s about a boy whose parents both die when he is six years old. He’s sent to live with a foster family but ends up running away due to their horrible treatment of him.

He lied his way onto a boat to Caye Caulker and lived in a coconut tree for six years. To survive, he sold coconuts and lived on mangoes. He tied himself into the tree at night to avoid falling out while sleeping. And I swear to God this is related.

Fast forward 30? 35? years (Caveman, how old are you? I forgot to ask!) and here I am writing about my snorkeling trip with Caveman Snorkeling Tours –owned and operated by, you guessed it, the kid from the coconut tree.

Read the rest of Caveman’s story here . It gets even better!

This post was originally published in June 2016 but has been completely updated for 2023.

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Caye Caulker Snorkeling

The Caye Caulker snorkeling situation was a major reason I chose Belize as a destination – it’s one of the most popular things to do in Belize . I wasn’t sure snorkeling in Belize could get any better than snorkeling in Hawaii but WOW was I proven wrong!

I got head-butted by some sharks and a loggerhead turtle straight up bitch-slapped me for not being fast enough in my fins. We made six different snorkeling stops and a few surprise extras. Totally worth the raging butt cheek sunburn. 

So Caye Caulker  is a tiny island of six square miles in the world’s second largest barrier reef. There are no cars, no air conditioning, no stress, but more snorkeling tour companies than a… small island in a barrier reef…? There’s just a lot.

Snorkel hut | Caye Caulker snorkeling with Caveman Snorkeling Tours

Caveman Snorkeling Tours

I did a fair amount of research before deciding on Caveman Snorkeling Tours for my Caye Caulker snorkeling excursion. I chose them for the following reasons:

  • Their obvious respect for the marine life and the environment above all else
  • Their Tripadvisor reviews – So many satisfied customers!
  • Tour options – They offered a tour that covered every single thing I wanted to see.
  • Their website – It’s true; I’m a sucker for a well-designed website. Even when traveling to remote, sometimes off-the-grid locations, I prefer to plan ahead when possible.
  • Did you hear the Caveman story?

Purple ray | Caye Caulker snorkeling with Caveman Snorkeling Tours

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Caveman Snorkeling Tours Full Day Tour

I chose Caveman’s Full Day Tour which advertised five stops. WE GOT NINE. I love getting more than I bargained for. In my garden. At the roulette table. In my Cracker Jacks. (There’s like one freaking peanut now.)

The package also included two guides, all necessary equipment (even though I brought my own snorkel gear like a snob), fresh fruit and water between snorkel stops, and a fabulous lunch aboard the boat. I had the tasty fish sandwich and cried with guilt the whole time.

Here are the nine stops we made on our Caveman snorkeling tour:

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1st (bonus) snorkeling stop: manatee viewing

This first snorkeling stop was completely unexpected, but so awesome. Caveman Snorkeling offers a completely separate Manatee Watch Tour so we weren’t at all expecting to see these fat beasts on our trip.

Our guides got word there was a traveling manatee in the area and took us right to it. I’ve seen many a manatee having lived (and kayaked) in Florida but to see them in the open ocean was another experience entirely.

If you love manatees too, check out the totally unique Manatee Viewing Center in Tampa, Florida the next time you’re there!

manatee floating in the ocean | Caye Caulker snorkeling with Caveman Snorkeling Tours

2nd snorkeling stop: a sunken barge

Snorkeling the sunken barge was a chance to see thousands of different types of fish and coral where there would otherwise just be seagrass. Rubbing elbows with a slew of new and interesting specimens you know nothing about? You mean, like a day at ComicCon? Yes, exactly like that.”Aaaaand what are youuuu supposed to be?”

sunken barge covered in sealife | Caye Caulker snorkeling with Caveman Snorkeling Tours

3rd snorkeling stop: Chato’s Place

Let me set the record straight: because I took this picture with a GoPro, this turtle looks a lot smaller than the 300 lb. behemoth it actually was. My friend thought this was a picture of a cute baby turtle not aquatic John Cena.

Our guides warned us there was a turtle at Chato’s Place that just straight up did. not. care.  if you were in its way.

Him: “He WILL run you over.” Me: “TURTLES! TURTLES! OMIGOD there’s gonna be turtles! SOMETHING ABOUT TURTLESSSS!”

sea turtle and fish in the ocean | Snorkeling in Belize with Caye Caulker's Caveman Snorkeling Tours

Chato is a local fisherman who’s been coming to this spot for 40 years to clean his conch shells. The sea life, smart cookies they are, figured this out and return here every day to eat making this a freakin’ fantastic spot for snorkelers who want to be all up in the ocean action.

Chato’s Place is intense

Chato’s Place is UTTER CHAOS. All warnings aside, I wildly underestimated the pandemonium I’d experience below the boat.

Not only will the giant turtle plow right into you, the thing swims in zigzag patterns back and forth across the ocean–you are a land-dwelling creature wearing snorkel flippers. YOU HAVE LOST ALL CONTROL. You are a fish out of water! Only… you’re in the water. And you’re not a fish! You’re something that doesn’t do well in water!

sea turtle up close | Snorkeling in Belize with Caye Caulker's Caveman Snorkeling Tours

You’re in the way. You’re in everybody’s way. It’s a saltwater cyclone down there. A tuna tornado. The perfect storm of stingrays. Above water, the fishermen all scream things in a Jamaican accent you can’t understand but can assume from their hysteria that the ocean is on fire and we’re all doomed.

You can’t swim away because you can’t see. You’re surrounded. You just took a turtle flipper to the boob and there’s a fish in your face laughing at you (see below if you think I’m joking).

(When you ask your husband to take a picture of you snorkeling and he captures you getting amberjack ambushed. I’m in there somewhere.)

fish laughing at me | Snorkeling in Belize with Caye Caulker's Caveman Snorkeling Tours

In short, Chato’s Place was ah-maze-ing. I crave a healthy amount of chaos in my life and Caveman Snorkeling Tours delivered. Just don’t say I didn’t warn you about the aquatic anarchy. Or the flounder free-for-all. Or the turtle turmoil!

4th snorkeling stop: Hol Chan Marine Reserve

The visit to Hol Chan Marine Reserve is the meat of Caveman Snorkeling Tours’ Full Day Tour. It’s a guided 45-minute snorkel through the coral reef (yesssss you can wear a life jacket).

Our guide Rocky swam us through the reserve–carefully!–pointing out interesting corals with names like Brain, Lettuce, and Pencil; marine life; and all kinds of stuff that can kill us and/or cause fiery, blinding pain. We are grateful for Rocky.

yellow striped fish and yellow coral | Snorkeling in Belize with Caye Caulker's Caveman Snorkeling Tours

As a blogger, I apologize for the lack of pictures here. As a living, breathing human being who still retains 100% motor function, I’ve got nothing. It was awesome in the most literal sense.

We saw a trazillion fish and corals, moray eels (both spotted and green), sea turtles, more sharks and rays, a terrifying barracuda, and sea life legit riding a deep ocean current a la Finding Nemo .

Things to know about Hol Chan:

  • Hol Chan is Mayan speak for “Little Channel.”
  • The Belize barrier reef system is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
  • A park fee of $10 USD is required to snorkel Hol Chan but it’s included in your tour price.
  • Forty-five minutes is a long time. If you’re not a great swimmer, or just want to, they will provide you with a life jacket. No judgement!
  • Don’t touch the fire coral! I think you know why.
  • Actually, DON’T TOUCH ANYTHING.
  • Hawksbill sea turtles are the cutest.

sharks and fish under a boat | Snorkeling in Belize with Caye Caulker's Caveman Snorkeling Tours

5th snorkeling stop: Shark Ray Alley

Shark Ray Alley was the part of snorkeling in Belize I anticipated the most. I swam with wild dolphins and pilot whales in Hawaii but I needed something more dangerous… like the challenge of surviving a life-threatening encounter in an unfamiliar environment. I needed to face something with more teeth. MORE! TEETH! MORE! TEETH! MORE! TEETH!

But… these are nurse sharks. I’m working my way up, OK? However, their jaws are just as strong and they have just as many serrated teeth as the ones that want to kill you–probably the reason some snorkelers choose to stay on the boat. Wimps! No judgement!

These sharks are the friendly ones–for whatever reason. I’m taking that shark face-bump as a sign of affection, not that I was just in her way. His way? Do I assume all nurse sharks are female because of their name? Wow, that’s incredibly sexist of me. Of course there are male nurse sharks. This is the ’90s!

shark and fish feeding frenzy | Snorkeling in Belize with Caye Caulker's Caveman Snorkeling Tours

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6th snorkeling stop: Coral Gardens

The Coral Gardens was our last snorkeling stop on our Caveman snorkeling tour. We were free to roam as we pleased exploring the coral reef and not touching anything .

There were sharks and squid and colorful fish. A massive barracuda swam right up to me showing off his huge chompers. MORE! TEETH! MORE! TEETH! MORE! TEETH! (Paralyzed with fear, did not get a photo.)

shark far away in the ocean | Snorkeling in Belize with Caye Caulker's Caveman Snorkeling Tours

Bonus stop: learning about seahorses

As a bonus stop we were taken through the Split to the mangrove forest to search for seahorses. Our guide Ronnie found one and, without touching it, brought it back for us to see.

He taught us about seahorses and the mangroves and how the male seahorses are the ones that give birth–probably the only thing you know about seahorses.

All the women aboard: “AWW yeah! That’s what I’m talkin’ ’bout! UH-HUH. That’s right!” You would’ve thought Ronnie plucked a tiny shirtless David Beckham from the water. OK, that’s weird but hot nonetheless.

green mangroves | Caye Caulker snorkeling with Caveman Snorkeling Tours

Bonus stop: feeding the tarpons

Tarpons are somewhat a protected fish in Belize. Near the seahorse mangroves they congregate to be fed by unsuspecting goobers like us.

It’s terrifying. It’s adrenaline-pumping. And it’s something to write home about… if you walk away with all your fingers, that is. These fish are huge and hungry and will sneak right the hell up on you.

Feeding tarpons with Caveman Snorkeling Tours in Caye Caulker, Belize

Bonus stop: feeding the frigates

Similar to the tarpon feeding was the experience of feeding the frigate birds. Ronnie asked for a volunteer for an unspecified assignment. We can fast forward through the part where I never say ‘no’ to anything…

He told me to hold the fish in the air, tail up. Giant frigates swarmed and began dive-bombing to get the fish. It took a few tries and with each swooping pass my heart rate spiked. The squawking sounds you hear in my Caye Caulker snorkeling video aren’t the birds. Those are my screams.

Snorkeling | Belize | Feeding birds with Caveman Snorkeling Tours in Caye Caulker, Belize

Snorkeling with Caveman Snorkeling Tours

All in all, our Caye Caulker snorkeling trip with Caveman Snorkeling Tours was THE BEST DAY. Not only do they care so much about the environment, they went out of their way to make sure each and every passenger had an incredible time.

They took regular motion sickness polls to make sure everyone was feeling alright and provided the smoothest ride possible for those with questionable stomachs. (Nobody yakked = win!) For those of you who do suffer, check out how I cured my motion sickness permanently ! Maybe something to try before your Caye Caulker snorkeling trip?

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Caveman Snorkeling Tours provided lunch and all the bottled water (that actually came in a bag) we wanted. Ronnie cut up fresh fruit for us in between snorkel stops. It was delightful.

Caveman’s snorkeling staff

Our guides Rocky and Ronnie didn’t act merely as chaperones, but also educators (and comedians). I think everyone left the boat with a greater knowledge and appreciation of Belize’s local marine life. And maybe some heart palpitations. Maybe that was just me. 

On our last day in Caye Caulker, we ran into Ronnie while we waited for the water taxi back to Belize City. It was his day off and he was taking a trip with his family.

Seconds later he’s running out on the dock to help an elderly man who collapsed and uh… wasn’t doing that well. I don’t know what happened with that man on the island known for having two cemeteries and zero hospitals, but I do know that Ronnie rushed to the scene to help on his day off as his boat was about to pull away.

Having helped all he could, he bolted for the boat that carried his family and, before jumping on, stopped to shake our hands again and tell us what a pleasure it was to meet us. What a great dude!

Snorkeling | Belize | Our guide Ronnie with Caveman Snorkeling Tours in Caye Caulker, Belize

And, Caveman, I can’t say enough good things about this humble man. He’ll tell you his story and his beliefs on karma and respect. He’ll call you his “sista from anada mista” and “ma friend.” Five minutes with him and you’ll feel like you’ve got a friend for life. Like you’ve just met the last truly genuine human being. 

This is the kind of experience you’ll have snorkeling in Belize with Caveman Snorkeling Tours.

More info on Caveman Snorkeling Tours

For all the information on snorkeling in Belize that you could need, check out Caveman Snorkeling Tours’  website , their Facebook page, or Caveman’s favorite, their TripAdvisor reviews .

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Time: Up to 3 Hours…  if your time frame permits

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* A single person can schedule a Private Tour for themself.

* Private Tours are for Tourist Customers who would like to have privacy on tour, having the tour exclusively for themselves  e.g. a couple, a family, or group… It could be Regular or Cruise Tourists.

* Only Private Tours are offered to Cruise Tourists… There are many factors why private tours only, are offer.  There may be an emergency at sea and the ship could arrive late, bad weather, late tender, missed water taxi, sickness, etc…  or the customer simply did not show up… were the case for a couple tours that were booked.   Therefore private tours are best.  We begin when you arrive, regardless of time and we finish in time for you to catch your return water taxi/plane back to Belize City.  

* For private tours, customers can join up to split the cost if they’d like.

* The Private Hol Chan Tour is a short version of the Regular Full Day Tour.  It was designed for Cruise tourists who are interested in visiting Hol Chan Marine Reserve and Shark Ray Alley as their top locations to visit.  Their limited time frame would not allow them to do a Regular Full Day Tour and visit Hol Chan, since we may start a bit later than scheduled 10:30AM at times and we usually give extra time and go over the 3:30PM finishing time.  

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“Best Snorkeling Trip”

We normally book excursions directly with our cruise line but, in light of the great reviews, we ventured to book with Caveman. Very satisfied. Caveman and his associate Felix were incredibly friendly and professional. Belize has a beautiful coral reef and the Stingray and Shark Alley is a must. We managed to convince another couple we met at the ship to come with us (to reduce our cost) and they were also very happy with their experience. I would recommend to anyone. I sure will use Caveman again if I go back to Belize.

“Most talked about part of my cruise”

“Caveman” goes out of his way to make your trip the most it can be . Sharks, Rays, Tarpon, Sea horses. Caye Caulker is just a short “cheap” water taxi from Belize. I would have to say it was the best part of our cruise. Book private tours much cheaper then group tours off the cruise.

“Can’t wait to get back to Caveman”

Fabulous tour! There was just the 3 of us plus Caveman and Harry. Caveman took us out to 2 sites since we were short on time. The first site was the Great Barrier Reef. Harry has great in the water and showed us several things that we would not have noticed like a crab in a seashell and a hiding octopus. Our second stop was snorkeling with nurse sharks and sting rays. This was a little frightening, however Harry and Caveman made us feel comfortable. We then went on a brief sight seeing tour and then showed us where the tarpins hang out. Harry also found us a seahorse ! Caveman educated us on the environment and everything we came into contact with during our visit. This was some of the best snorkeling I have ever had. If you want to be herded, hurried and overcharged then stick to the cruise ship excursions, however if you want a great time and personal attention call Caveman! I will see you again soon my brother from another mother!

“ Well worth the money and effort! ”

Caveman and his staff took great care in making sure we felt welcomed, safe, and that all of our vacation expectations were met and exceeded! Wonderful memories were made! Caveman made sure that we knew what water taxi to take and guided us through the vacation every step of the way including giving us advice on approximate times to get back and forth Inorder to make it to our ship in time. He would have made more money by allowing us to do the full day tour we had originally asked for, but he had OUR best interest in mind and suggested a cheaper half day tour instead. He was right! He is an honest, kind, and very good host. It is easy to feel overwhelmed and confused when traveling to different countries. Caveman took that stress away by guiding us every step of the way (in advance and if we had any questions upon arrival). The entire island was welcoming and non pressuring. We met wonderful people and had an incredible snorkeling experience. We will be going back!!! Thank you, Caveman!

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The adventures below are best experienced as part of our all-inclusive packages but can also be booked individually . Individual tours (without a package) must be booked ahead of time. If you book a package, one of our friendly guides will meet with you when you arrive and answer your questions and help you decide which tours are best for you. You can also contact us for more details at any time.

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Belize boasts the largest barrier reef on the western hemispheres and includes some of the best dive sites in the region.

Depart from Caves Branch for your Belize diving tour at 6 AM and drive through the scenic foothills of the Maya Mountains to Hopkins village. A dive boat will take you towards the Barrier Reef for two single tank dives at different diving locations along the reef.

The warmth of the Caribbean Sea is inviting and water visibility during good weather is excellent! Your guide will point out various reef formations, sea turtles, colorful fish, stingray, and conch.

The dive boat returns to the mainland beach just after mid-day, which will allow you to have a delicious lunch (not included in the tour) and spend some time in the afternoon on the sandy beach of Hopkins. The Caves Branch van returns to pick you up at around 4:30PM – getting you back to the lodge just in time to clean up for dinner!

Intensity Level: (3 of 5 sweat drops) Moderate – Divers must be certified & bring certification cards to present at dive shop on arrival in Hopkins.   

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Mandatory Items to Bring: Appropriate swimming/ diving attire. Appropriate clothes to and from destination. Bring credit card or cash for lunch (not included).

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Our snorkeling adventure tour departs from Caves Branch at 6 AM enroute to the coastal village of Hopkins in southern Belize. This lovely village offers some of the best snorkelling opportunities in the country. After meeting your guide and boarding a certified boat, your captain will head off in the direction of the Barrier Reef of Belize for a two stop snorkelling day trip then later stopping at one of the research stations at South Water Caye.

Your guide will identify the various reef formations and share how they are formed and point out sea turtles, colourful fish, seahorses, stingray, and conch.

The boat returns to the mainland beach just after mid-day, which will allow you time to have a delicious lunch (not included in the tours) and spend some time in the afternoon on the sandy beach of Hopkins. The Caves Branch van returns to pick you up at around 4:30PM – getting you back to the lodge just in time to clean up for dinner!

Intensity Level: (2 of 5 sweat drops) Easy

Age Recommendation: Ages 10 and up

Includes: Transportation to & from locations.

Mandatory Items to Bring: Swimming suit, t-shirt, mosquito repellent, waterproof sunscreen. Bring credit card or cash for lunch (not included).

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    Caveman Snorkeling Tours offers half-day and full-day snorkeling tours to the Belizean Barrier Reef, Hol Chan Marine Reserve, Shark Ray Alley and more. See sea turtles, nurse sharks, manatees, rays, moray eels and tropical fish in their natural habitats with a friendly and experienced guide.

  2. Caveman Snorkeling Tours

    Jan 2020. Caveman tours is located about 5 mins from the split. He is very open and a little quirky, but his guys know their stuff and respect the environment. We went out on a half day snorkeling tour with Alwin and Eldon (sorry if I misspelt your name guys).

  3. Caye Caulker Snorkeling: My Day With Caveman Snorkeling Tours

    Caye Caulker Snorkeling. The Caye Caulker snorkeling situation was a major reason I chose Belize as a destination - it's one of the most popular things to do in Belize.I wasn't sure snorkeling in Belize could get any better than snorkeling in Hawaii but WOW was I proven wrong!. I got head-butted by some sharks and a loggerhead turtle straight up bitch-slapped me for not being fast enough ...

  4. Caveman Snorkeling Tours (Caye Caulker)

    Caveman Snorkeling Tours, Caye Caulker: See 2,058 reviews, articles, and 1,530 photos of Caveman Snorkeling Tours, ranked No.9 on Tripadvisor among 9 attractions in Caye Caulker. ... 3 Hours Barrier Reef Tour in Caye Caulker, Belize. 41. Adventure Tours. from ₹4,579.06. per adult. Full-Day Exploration, Mayan Temple, Belize Cave Tubing and Zip ...

  5. Caveman Snorkeling Tours

    All inclusive Snorkeling at Hol Chan. 261. On the Water. from. $97.70. per adult. 3 Hours Barrier Reef Tour in Caye Caulker, Belize. 41. Adventure Tours.

  6. CAVEMAN SNORKELING TOURS

    3 Hours Barrier Reef Tour in Caye Caulker, Belize. 41. Adventure Tours. from . C$74.91. per adult. Hol Chan Snorkeling 7 Amazing Stops! 4. Jet Boat Hire. from . C$124.85. per adult. ... Had an amazing day last week with Caveman Snorkeling Tours! Prince Harry and Linky (Lincoln), are the most kindest & well versed snorkeling tour guides, I have ...

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    Caveman Snorkeling Tours, Caye Caulker: See 1,996 reviews, articles, and 1,460 photos of Caveman Snorkeling Tours, ranked No.9 on Tripadvisor among 9 attractions in Caye Caulker. ... 3 Hours Barrier Reef Tour in Caye Caulker, Belize. 31. Boat Tours. from . AU$75.84. per adult. Caye Caulker Boat Tour with Snorkeling. 2. Boat Tours. from . AU$79. ...

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    Caveman Snorkeling Tours, Caye Caulker: See 2,042 reviews, articles, and 1,516 photos of Caveman Snorkeling Tours, ranked No.9 on Tripadvisor among 9 attractions in Caye Caulker.

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    Caveman Snorkeling Tours, Caye Caulker: See 2,053 reviews, articles, and 1,525 photos of Caveman Snorkeling Tours, ranked No.9 on Tripadvisor among 9 attractions in Caye Caulker.

  10. Caveman Snorkeling Tours, Caye Caulker, Belize

    Caveman Snorkeling Tours, Caye Caulker, Belize, Caye Corker. 2,372 likes · 4 talking about this · 948 were here. Offers Small Group Snorkeling Tours to The Belizean Barrier Reef, Hol Chan Marine...

  11. Caveman Snorkeling Tours

    3 Hours Barrier Reef Tour in Caye Caulker, Belize. 41. Adventure Tours. from . $54.00. per adult. Full-Day Exploration, Mayan Temple, Belize Cave Tubing and Zip Line . 252. Caving. from . ... My partner and I had a magical day out on the water with Caveman snorkeling tours. We saw turtles, many types of fish, sharks, sting rays and flying fish.

  12. Caveman Snorkeling Tours

    3 Hours Barrier Reef Tour in Caye Caulker, Belize. 41. Adventure Tours. from . $54.00. per adult. Full-Day Exploration, Mayan Temple, Belize Cave Tubing and Zip Line . 256. Caving. from . ... If you want a fantastic half day snorkeling with fabulous, caring and fun locals, at an amazing price, book your Caveman snorkel tour now. All guided by ...

  13. Caveman Snorkeling Tours

    Caveman Snorkeling Tours. Offer Snorkeling Tours to The Belizean Barrier Reef, Hol Chan Marine Reserve, Shark Ray Alley & more; See Manatees, Sharks, Stingrays, Tarpons & much more. Your tour can be either Regular or Private. ** Always Respect for my customers, the Marine Wildlife, and the Environment. Happy customers are my aim!

  14. Cruise Ship Tours

    North towards the Split of the Island. At the Snorkel Shop on the Dock, by the Sponge Bob sign. Caye Caulker, Belize. +501 6013499 OR +501 226-0367. [email protected]. Snorkel with us! See Marine Life of all shapes, species and colours. Hol Chan & Shark Ray Alley. Cruise Ship Tours Belize - Snorkeling Tours Caye Caulker Belize.

  15. Belize Snorkeling & Diving Tours

    Belize boasts the largest barrier reef on the western hemispheres and includes some of the best dive sites in the region. Depart from Caves Branch for your Belize diving tour at 6 AM and drive through the scenic foothills of the Maya Mountains to Hopkins village. A dive boat will take you towards the Barrier Reef for two single tank dives at ...

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  17. Best Snorkeling Tour |Caye Caulker Belize 2022

    We take you on the best snorkeling tour on Caye Caulker Belize. Caveman Tours takes you to 7 destinations for a full day of snorkeling, tarpon feeding, manat...

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