Is snorkeling the Blue Hole worth it?

Is snorkeling the Blue Hole worth it? Definitely a bucket list trip! Hubby and I went at the end of July 2018 as part of a day trip from Turneffe atoll to the Blue Hole, Half Moon Caye, and aquarium. We enjoyed the snorkeling experience and saw neat coral and fish.

Is snorkeling hard for non-swimmers?

Essentially, snorkeling is a surface sport that involves mostly floating and requires very little (if any) actual swimming. Plenty of non-swimmers snorkel all the time, still, it's important that you know how to do it right and prepare a bit ahead of time.

What is the most famous Blue Hole in the world?

Believed to be the world's largest feature of its kind, the Great Blue Hole is part of the larger Belize Barrier Reef Reserve System, a World Heritage site of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).

Can you swim to the bottom of the Blue Hole?

About The Belize Blue Hole A nearly perfectly circular body of water, the Belize Blue Hole is surrounded by the Lighthouse Reef Atoll. Divers can use the shallow waters of the atoll's lagoon to begin their descent to the now-flooded cave that contains stalactites and stalagmites up to 40 feet (12 meters) in length.

Is the Blue Hole worth snorkeling?

It is one of the top wonders to explore in the world. The Blue Hole, located in the center of Lighthouse Reef Atoll is a 1000 foot circular coral reef that drops over 400 feet into an incredible cavern. It is filled with stalactites and awe-inspiring natural formations.

Does it cost to swim in the Blue Hole?

Small fee of $10 gives you access to the Blue Hole and the adjacent lake to swim in.

Is Blue Hole worth it?

The mystery, wonder and uniqueness of the Great Blue Hole make it one of the best dives on the planet, but a short scenic flight is also a great way to see the wonder from above. In short, do both and regret nothing!

Where is the prettiest place to snorkel?

Why is the Blue Hole so deep?

The hole is perfectly circular in shape, over 300 meters (1000 ft) across, 3140 feet circumference and 125 meters (410 ft) deep. It was formed as a limestone cave system during the last glacial period when the sea level was 400 to 500 feet below present time and was dry land.