If you are in Belize to dive, you are definitely in the right place. On the coast of Central America, it even has the second-largest coral reef system, Belize Barrier Reef, just off the shore. When you want a change of pace or scenery, you can explore ancient Mayan ruins or visit the lagoon.
To help you enjoy the dives in this region better, we put together the five best all-inclusive dive resorts in Belize.
Hamanasi Adventure & Dive Resort
Hamanasi makes it easy to enjoy diving every day with its Reef and Rainforest packages. Their highlight offering is diving or snorkeling every single day, with the option to mix it up with other inland activities if you change your mind later. The package includes:
Accommodation. Book the number of nights you want to stay.
Meals. Enjoy continental breakfast, lunch, and dinner as long as you are booked in the resort.
Transportation. Round-trip air transfers from Belize International Airport to Dangriga, and round-trip ground transfers from Dangriga to Hamanasi.
Miscellaneous fees. Service charge, hotel tax, and service tax are all included.
The bar bill and additional souvenirs are not included in the package.
The Dive Package
Hamanasi offers Barrier Reef diving on Thursdays and Sundays, so you can opt to mix the days up with snorkeling and other inland adventures.
Diving inclusions. Tanks, belts, and weights are provided, along with a divemaster. A towel, snacks and fresh fruits, cookies, juice, and water are also included.
Bring your own. Dive equipment (except what was already described), cap or hat, sunglasses, bathing suit or rash guard, sunscreen, and insect repellant. You can also buy or rent at Hamanasi.
Atoll upgrades are not included.
Victoria House Resort & Spa
Only 20 minutes away from the second-largest coral reef system in the world, Belize Barrier Reef, Victoria House brings everything you need for a diver’s vacation into one place through the Scuba Diving Vacation Package.
Accommodation. The package offers 5 or 7 nights in select rooms for two people, although you can change the room category and they will adjust the package accordingly.
Meals. The package offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day per two people.
Transportation. Victoria House offers a regular airport shuttle. You can also pre-arrange to be picked up by the resort, or take a taxi and the resort will cover the cost.
Miscellaneous fees. All hotel taxes and other gratuities are covered. You may have to plan for the 9% government fee only.
The Dive Package
The Scuba Diving Vacation Package is priced for two people. You can enjoy three full diving days (two tanks per diving day) without any extra charge. You can rent dive equipment at the Fantasea Dive Shop.
Dive inclusions. The package lets you join any of the organized diving tours by Victoria House for three non-consecutive days. Depending on the package, you might want to bring your own refreshments and water.
Bring your own. Dive equipment, cap or hat, sunglasses, bathing suit or rash guard, sunscreen, and insect repellant. Don’t forget any diving certifications you have.
Marine Park fees not included.
Turneffe Island Resort
Turneffe Atoll is an island off the coast of Belize, and belongs to that nation. From the resort you can step straight into the ocean. You can book 3-, 4-, or 7-night dive packages to make the most out of the 32 dive sites Turneffe Island Resort offers.
Accommodation. Each package assumes 2 people in a Deluxe Guestroom for the duration of your stay.
Meals. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are offered every day according to your package.
Transportation. You get round-trip transportation from Turneffe Atoll to Belize City.
Miscellaneous fees. You have free access to the gym, pool, and kayaks.
Alcoholic beverages are not included.
The Dive Package
Turneffe Island Resort offers three dive packages:
- 3 nights, 5 single tank dives
- 4 nights, 7 single tank dives
- 7 nights, 15 single tank dives
Because the Atoll can only be reached via Wednesday and Saturday shuttles, you need to plan accordingly.
- 3 nights = Wednesday – Saturday
- 4 nights = Saturday to Wednesday
- 7 nights = Wednesday to Wednesday or Saturday to Saturday
Dive inclusions.
- 2-3 dives per day, lunch and snacks included
- Thursday night dives (for 3- and 7-night packages)
- Tuesday day trips to the Half Moon Caye, Long Caye, and Great Blue Hole (for 4- and 7-night packages)
- PADI-certified divemaster
- Weight belt and tanks
- Equipment cleaning between dives
Bring your own. Dive equipment, cap or hat, sunglasses, bathing suit or rash guard, sunscreen, and insect repellant. Don’t forget any diving certifications you need.
Belizean Dreams Resort
Belizean Dreams is tucked into the southern part of Belize. This resort is along the coast, and locally owned so you know you’re receiving the full Belizean experience. Best of all, their Ultimate Diving Package gives you an exceptional diver’s getaway.
Accommodation. The package assumes two people for a one bedroom standard unit, but it can be upgraded to 3-5 people (two bedroom executive unit), or a party of 6-8 people (three bedroom villa).
Meals. The package comes with breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Transportation. The resort offers complimentary domestic air travel from the Belize City airport to Dangriga and road travel from Dangriga to Hopkins.
Miscellaneous fees. All taxes and resort fees are included.
Unlimited bar drinks are not included.
The Dive Package
The Ultimate Diving Package can be booked per person, assuming at least 2 people per room. Each dive package includes dives in the Southern Barrier Reef (2-tank dive) and the Blue Hole Lighthouse Atoll (3-tank dive). Each package includes only 1 dive at the Blue Hole Lighthouse Atoll.
- 4 nights (1 and 1)
- 5-6 nights (3 and 1)
- 7-8 nights (4 and 1)
- 9-10 nights (5 and 1)
Dive inclusions. Lunch and refreshments during the dive tours.
Bring your own. Dive equipment, cap or hat, sunglasses, bathing suit or rash guard, sunscreen, and insect repellant. Don’t forget any diving certifications you need.
Coco Plum Island Resort
This island getaway is designed to never have more than 42 adult guests at a time, for a more intimate and relaxed vacation. It also offers all-inclusive diving packages to its guests.
Accommodation. You have a private cabana by the ocean, complete with air conditioning and running hot water.
Meals. Three meals a day come with your room, along with daily bar snacks and tour lunches.
Transportation. There are round trip boat rides to and from Coco Plum Island Resort on your arrival and departure days.
Miscellaneous fees. All of your hotel taxes, sales taxes, and park entrance fees are included.
Unlimited drinks are not included. Weekend transportation rates are subject to a $50 increase.
The Dive Package
All rates are per two people. You can book 4, 5, 6, 7, or 10 nights per package.
Dive inclusions. Two dives to the Southern Barrier Reef (2-tank dives) every full day you are with Coco Plum, with an assigned PADI-certified divemaster. Packed lunches are part of the package.
Bring your own. Dive equipment, cap or hat, sunglasses, bathing suit or rash guard, sunscreen, and insect repellant. Don’t forget any diving certifications you need.
Dive in Belize!
Diving in Belize just got that much easier with the many all-inclusive packages offered by the different resorts. Check them out, select your dive dates, and book your stay for a great diving adventure.
