Hol Chan Marine Reserve and Shark Ray Snorkeling San Pedro Belize
Recommended by 100% of travelers
Ambergris Caye, Belize
- 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
What's Included
- Use of Snorkeling equipmentUse of Snorkelling equipment
- Bottled water
- All Fees and Taxes
- Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
What To Expect
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Mesoamerican Reef (Belize Barrier Reef)
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Hol Chan Marine Reserve
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 6 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Jimmie_M
Chris and Camille were amazing guides. I had a bad snorkeling experience in the past but was willing to try it again. Chris made sure I felt comfortable and safe. They took us to the most beautiful spots. Chris made it a point to point out different kinds of sea life and would dive down to make sure we saw everything. We loved hearing how he was 4th generation in the business. He takes a lot of pride in his work and his customers are the benefactors.
Reviews
5.0
based on 15 reviews
Ammar_H, Mar 2026
Great experience in San Pedro. Snorkeling was amazing. So many fish, sharks, rays, and turtles!
Our guide Chris was great. Took us to Hol Chan and Shark Ray Ally.
Jimmie_M, Mar 2026
Chris and Camille were amazing guides. I had a bad snorkeling experience in the past but was willing to try it again. Chris made sure I felt comfortable and safe. They took us to the most beautiful spots. Chris made it a point to point out different kinds of sea life and would dive down to make sure we saw everything. We loved hearing how he was 4th generation in the business. He takes a lot of pride in his work and his customers are the benefactors.
Kedrian_G, Mar 2026
Chris and Marciano were amazing! The tour was amazing! My wife was 6 mos pregnant and struggling a bit in the beginning. He made her feel safe and ensured that she saw all the sea animals. We saw green turtles, a barracuda, grey snapper, red snapper, etc! You name it we saw it. Then we went to swim with the sharks. It was amazing being that close to them. Overall it was such an amazing experience. I highly recommend! 10/10 for sure!!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re really happy to hear Chris and Marciano took such great care of you both and made the experience special. Seeing turtles, sharks, and all that marine life is always a treat. We truly appreciate the recommendation and hope to have you back with us again someday!
Sam_w, Mar 2026
What an experience! Exciting informational and our guides took care of us safety first, i will be coming back
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you, Sam!
We’re so happy to hear you had an awesome time at Hol Chan Marine Reserve and Shark Ray Alley. Our crew always aims to keep things fun, informative, and most importantly safe, so it means a lot to hear that stood out to you.
We’ll be ready to welcome you back anytime for another adventure in the water!
Michael_H, Feb 2026
Awesome variety of sea creatures: barracuda, nurse sharks, puffer fish, rays, turtles and many others were seen on this snorkeling excursion.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you, Michael!
That’s exactly why we love Hol Chan. You never really know what’s going to show up, but it’s always something good. Barracuda cruising by, nurse sharks doing their thing, turtles popping up for air… it never gets old for us either.
We’re really glad you got to see such a great mix of marine life. Come back anytime, the reef is always ready to put on another show. 🐠🌊
Mateusz_S, Feb 2026
Great and well guided tour with beautiful sights. You get plenty of time to admire the beautiful reef and sea life
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Hi Mateusz,
Thank you for the great review. We’re happy you enjoyed the tour and had plenty of time to take in the reef and marine life. Hol Chan never disappoints.
Hope to see you back in the water with us again soon.
Christina_S, Feb 2026
The tour was the most amazing water experience ive ever done! Up close and personal either many species of fish and turtles and then nurse sharks and sting rays in shark ray alley. The tour guide was so informative and confident in what he does he was the best for the job in my opinion. Could've have had a better day out.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you so much for this awesome review. We’re really happy to hear you had such an unforgettable day on the water. Getting that close to the fish, turtles, nurse sharks, and stingrays never gets old, and Shark Ray Alley has a way of blowing people away every time.
We’ll be sure to pass your kind words along to your guide. He takes a lot of pride in what he does, and it means a lot to hear that it showed. Thanks again for choosing to tour with us. We’d love to have you back anytime for another adventure.
Jordan_Q, Jan 2026
The best snorkeling I’ve done to date with the best guides. Birdman & Chris are friendly and super knowledgeable about the wildlife! Would def do this tour again.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you so much for the kind words. We’re really glad to hear you had such a great snorkeling experience with us.
Birdman and Chris will be happy to hear the shout-out. They love what they do and it shows, especially when it comes to sharing their knowledge of the wildlife.
We truly appreciate you choosing to snorkel with us and would love to have you back again anytime.
Susanne_F, Jan 2026
Said was wonderful!! This was my first time snorkeling and I know I made his job harder, but he never made it seem that way!! Saw so many amazing ocean creatures! Highly recommend!
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you so much for the kind words.
Said really is one of those guides who was born for the water and for people. First-time snorkelers keep him sharp, and he wouldn’t have it any other way. We’re glad you felt comfortable, supported, and got to see the good stuff out there. The reef always shows off when you give it a chance.
We truly appreciate the recommendation and hope to have you back in the water with us again soon.
Fernando_S, Jan 2026
This was a great experience. We were staying north of San Pedro and didn’t want to drive all the way back into town for a snorkeling excursion. Amigos Del Mar offers multiple pickup and drop off options which was the main reason we went with them. We enjoyed the tour at Hol Chan — we saw rays, snappers, octopuses, sharks, and a turtle within the 2 hours we were out there. It was particularly nice to have Sayid and Birdman point these out along the reef. The tour does go by really fast, though. It would be nice to add another half hour, but ADM delivers on what their tour description says for a quick excursion out to see some fun underwater sights.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you for the thoughtful review. We’re really glad our north of San Pedro pickup and drop-off options made things easy for you. We know not everyone wants to trek back into town, so convenience matters.
It’s great to hear you enjoyed the Hol Chan Marine Reserve snorkel, and that you got to see rays, snappers, octopus, sharks, and even a turtle in such a short window. Said and Birdman will be happy to hear they helped bring the reef to life by pointing things out along the way. They’re both pros and love what they do.
You’re right, the tour does move quickly. Hol Chan is designed as a short, high-impact snorkel excursion, and we always aim to deliver exactly what we promise. We appreciate the feedback about adding more time, and it’s something we continue to evaluate. Thanks again for choosing Amigos Del Mar, and we hope to have you back for another snorkel or dive adventure next time you’re in Ambergris Caye.
Louise_B, Jan 2026
We had an amazing snorkel tour with Amigos Del Mar Tour Centre. The staff were incredibly professional, friendly, and made us feel safe the whole time. The snorkeling was outstanding – we saw sharks, turtles, stingrays, and huge shoals of colorful fish.
The equipment was excellent and well maintained, and the guides really knew where to take us for the best sights. One of the highlights of our trip and highly recommended to anyone considering a snorkel tour!
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thanks so much for taking the time to share this. We’re really happy to hear you had such a great snorkel tour with us. Our team works hard to keep every trip safe, relaxed, and fun, so it means a lot to know you felt well taken care of.
Seeing sharks, turtles, stingrays, and schools of tropical fish is exactly why we love snorkeling here, and we’re glad our guides were able to take you to the right spots to experience it all. We also take pride in keeping our snorkeling equipment well maintained, so it’s great to hear that stood out.
Thank you for recommending us. We’d love to have you back on the water with us again the next time you’re in Belize or Ambergris Caye. Safe travels and happy snorkeling!
Nicki_D, Oct 2025
Fantastic time! Love the half day route. We were able to see so many nurse sharks, turtles, and fish.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the half-day trip and got to see so many amazing marine creatures. It’s always a treat to share the beauty of Belize’s waters with guests like you. We hope to see you back soon for another adventure!
Rachel_T, Jul 2025
I had a blast. I was so excited to get out there as I first did snorkeling in Puerto Rico in 2022. I did not anticipate getting back in the boat being the hardship but not only was Chris patient with me. He led with moving slow and not rushing movement. He created an on the fly modification. Being a larger bodied person I am unrealistic with some barriers I might face. The ladder was a barrier due to the physicality of having to lift my own body weight. I felt bad for a moment but was still encouraged to do the next stop which was the sharks. He planned to offer the same method for my return to the boat. I also appreciated his willingness to support my husband who does not know how to swim. Its been 2 days and he is still talking about the experience. The watermelon and rum punch were the reward for finishing up. I was with a friend as well. One person joined our excursion and he was a friend by time we left. I am glad I went with this company and look forward to using them again.
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear you had such a great time out on the water and that it left a lasting impression on both you and your husband. Chris will be so happy to hear your kind words.
We know that everyone brings unique strengths (and sometimes challenges) with them on the boat, and we’re always happy to adapt and support however we can. You showed courage and determination, and we’re really proud to have been part of that experience with you.
We can’t wait to welcome you back on another adventure. Until then, keep that snorkel spirit alive!
The Amigos Del Mar Team 🐠⛵️
Keenyana_H, Jul 2025
This is was a beautiful experience seeing the marine life. Turtles and nursing sharks especially. The tour guides were very nice. Knowledgeable and kept me safe because I am not a swimmer but I felt very comfortable with Birdman. He kept me relaxed.
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Thank you so much for sharing this! We’re happy you had a great time and felt comfortable out there, even without being a swimmer. Birdman will be glad to hear this, he’s great at what he does. Hope to see you again for another adventure.
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