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Belize Barrier Reef: Private Snorkel & Coral Garden Sail

Sail to the UNESCO-listed Belize Barrier Reef — the second-largest coral reef system on the planet — on a private charter for an intimate encounter with nurse sharks, eagle rays, and kaleidoscopic coral gardens.

What to expect

Your private skipper departs from the Harvest Caye dock and motors out to pristine sections of the reef within 20–40 minutes. Slip into gin-clear Caribbean water above staghorn and brain coral teeming with parrotfish, angelfish, and the occasional spotted eagle ray. Multiple snorkel stops are chosen by your local expert based on conditions that day. Cold Belikin beers and fresh fruit are served on deck between dives, with the jungle coast of Southern Belize as your backdrop.

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ToursByLocals – Harvest Caye Local Expert Guides
USD 120–180 per person (fully private charter pricing available)
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Good to know

Book a fully private charter for your group — do not share a boat. Confirm the operator meets you dockside at Harvest Caye to avoid the ferry to Placencia. Bring reef-safe sunscreen only; reefs are protected. Ideal for groups of 2–8.

Sail there

Luxury cruises that call at Harvest Caye — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.

Oceania · Oceania Marina
7 nights · calls at Harvest Caye
from $1,762
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Oceania · Oceania Sirena
7 nights · calls at Harvest Caye
from $1,799
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Oceania · Oceania Vista
7 nights · calls at Harvest Caye
from $1,820
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Oceania · Oceania Allura
7 nights · calls at Harvest Caye
from $2,790
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