What is Lionfish Mitigation in Belize and Why Does it Matter?
What is a lionfish? Lionfish may look beautiful, but they are a dangerous, invasive species. They are spiny fish with...
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Belize Barrier Reef
185-MILE NATIONAL MONUMENT
The Belize Barrier Reef sits just miles off the coast of Belize and is part of the larger Mesoamerican Barrier Reef, second in size only to the Great Barrier Reef in Australia. Home to hundreds of species of coral and fish, it is a hot spot for divers, snorkelers and biologists from all over the world.
THE LARGEST REEF SYSTEM IN THE NORTHERN HEMISPHERE
For 185 miles, explore all that the reef has to offer, including swimming with whale sharks near the Placencia coast, diving deep into the Great Blue Hole and snorkeling off more than 400 white sandy islands that surround the reef.
500 SPECIES OF FISH FOUND ON THE REEF
Listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, the Belize Barrier Reef provides a crucial balance within the surrounding marine system. Help us preserve this reef when you visit by wearing reef-safe sunscreen, avoiding contact with the coral, and picking up trash and recyclables on the beach.
Attractions in Belize Barrier Reef
Swallow Caye
Swallow Caye Wildlife Sanctuary, established in July 2002, is a protected area managed by the non-profit conservation organization, Friends of…
Silk Cayes
Silk Cayes, located on the outer fringe of the Belize Barrier Reef, consist of three uninhabited islands within the Silk…
Laughing Bird Caye
The picture of relaxation, the unspoiled Laughing Bird Caye National Park, is where many Belizeans go to unplug and enjoy…
Long Caye Wall
With its deep drop-off, Long Caye Wall has earned its name. Great for seeing turtles, rays, and barracudas.
Emerald Forest Reef
Emerald Forest Reef is a novice diver’s paradise, well known for its somewhat shallow attractions and spectacular Elkhorn coral formation, which is one of…
Glover’s Reef
Deep channels coincide with dramatic rising pinnacles at the Glover’s Reef Marine Reserve. The reserve is one of Belize’s three…
Southwater Caye Marine Reserve
Lesser-known but just as spectacular is the South Water Caye Marine Reserve. It is one of the largest reserves in…
Bacalar Chico
Bacalar Chico is a hidden treasure with a pristine environment teeming with wildlife and a brilliant array of coral. By…
Shark Ray Alley
Shark Ray Alley is located just one mile south of the Hol Chan cut and is listed as “Zone D” of…
Hol Chan Marine Reserve
Translated from Maya as “Little Channel,” the Hol Chan Marine Reserve refers to the deep cut or “quebrada” in the…
