Shark Hole
Shark Hole Belize: Cavern Dive at Tobacco Caye
Shark Hole Belize sits four miles northwest of Tobacco Caye, about 32 nautical miles from Placencia. Specifically, this sinkhole lies in roughly 30 feet (10 meters) of water just inside the main barrier reef, north of the Tobacco Range of islands. The cavern drops to 110 feet (33 meters) at its deepest point.
Local fishermen originally discovered the hole while hunting permits and tarpon for sport fishing. In fact, you’ll often see large schools of these two species hanging around the cavern entrance — which likely explains why so many sharks patrol the area.
Specifically, shark species spotted here include bull sharks, lemon sharks, Caribbean reef sharks, and nurse sharks. Additionally, you’ll often encounter schools of horse-eye jacks, snappers, and cobia hunting through the site.
Shark Hole Belize sits four miles northwest of Tobacco Caye, about 32 nautical miles from Placencia. Specifically, this sinkhole lies in roughly 30 feet (10 meters) of water just inside the main barrier reef, north of the Tobacco Range of islands. The cavern drops to 110 feet (33 meters) at its deepest point.
Local fishermen originally discovered the hole while hunting permits and tarpon for sport fishing. In fact, you’ll often see large schools of these two species hanging around the cavern entrance — which likely explains why so many sharks patrol the area.
Specifically, shark species spotted here include bull sharks, lemon sharks, Caribbean reef sharks, and nurse sharks. Additionally, you’ll often encounter schools of horse-eye jacks, snappers, and cobia hunting through the site.
After entering the hole at 30 feet/10 meters, a dive light is necessary as the upper portions of the cavern become dark as well as the need to monitor your depth and air gauge. The dive master will also be better able to keep track of his divers. Spotting around increases your chance of seeing sharks swimming around or resting in the crevices. A ray of light can always be seen shining down on a sand mound through the opening of the cave. This dive is a good opportunity for the cavern diver adventure dive.
