Discover the Beauty of Belize with Splash Dive Center
As a PADI Five Star Instructor Development Center, Splash Dive Center is dedicated to showcasing the natural beauty of Belize while promoting the importance of protecting and preserving its pristine environment. We pride ourselves on delivering top-tier diving services, making every dive an unforgettable adventure.

Who We Are
Splash Dive Center, owned and operated by Patty Ramirez and Ralph Capeling, is committed to providing guests with memorable, eco-friendly experiences in Belize. Our mission is not just about diving but also about fostering a deep connection to the environment and community. By practicing sustainable tourism, we create local jobs and support community-driven initiatives. Our strong community focus is evident through our children’s diving programs, environmental education, and active contributions to local development in Placencia, Belize. When you dive with us, you’re not just experiencing Belize; you’re helping protect it.
Meet the Splash Belize Team
Patricia Ramirez | PADI Course Director
Founder of Splash Dive Center, Patricia “Patty” Ramirez has led Splash since 2000, growing it into the largest dive operation in southern Belize. Under her leadership, Splash has earned the prestigious Belize Tourism Board’s “Tour Operator of the Year” award twice. Patty, a passionate athlete, is also the founder of the Splash Running Club and Arrecife Handmade, a non-profit supporting youth athletics through sustainable practices.
Patty became the first woman in Belize to achieve the elite rank of PADI Course Director in 2007, reflecting her dedication to marine conservation and dive education. Her exceptional work earned her the ‘Hero of the Sea Award’ from Scuba Diving Magazine, recognizing her contributions to her community and the environment.
Ralph Capeling | PADI IDC Staff Instructor
Ralph Capeling moved to Belize in 2005, drawn by its remarkable natural beauty and forward-thinking environmental policies. With over 40 years of experience in the oil industry and extensive diving credentials, Ralph became deeply involved with Splash Dive Center after witnessing the impact of its community dive programs.
Together with Patty, Ralph helps manage the dive center, focusing on both exceptional dive experiences and environmental stewardship. Ralph is a passionate advocate for local children’s diving programs, which offer free certifications and training to kids in the Placencia Peninsula.
Why Choose Splash Dive Center?

When you dive with Splash Dive Center, you’re not only exploring the world’s second-largest Barrier Reef but also supporting a business committed to sustainable tourism and environmental protection. We encourage our guests to become ambassadors for Belize and help us safeguard this extraordinary destination for future generations.
Splash wants to teach the world about the beauty of Belize and to protect and preserve this special place. We urge our guests to become ambassadors for Belize to support this value.