Glover's Reef
About the Atoll
Glover’s Reef Belize is the southernmost of three atolls off Belize’s coast. Notably, the southern part of Glover’s sits approximately 30 nautical miles from Placencia. As a result, the journey takes a little more than an hour and a half. However, the ride is worth every minute.
You’ll find some of the best snorkel sites in the Western Caribbean here. Glover’s Atoll is an oval-shaped reef system, 15 miles long by 4 miles wide. Additionally, five islands lie on the eastern side, where most of the diving takes place. These islands are mostly private, with small diving and fishing resorts.
Above all, the pristine waters, unique coral formations, and abundant marine life make Glover’s Reef Belize a popular spot for snorkelers. In fact, it’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a marine reserve with designated no-take and conservation zones.
Glover’s Reef is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and forms part of the Belize Barrier Reef Reserve System.”
Trip Details & Booking
First, snorkelers arrive at our dive center by 5:30 am for a 6:00 am departure. Due to the early start, we serve a complimentary continental breakfast at our dive center. Then, we serve an authentic Belizean-style picnic lunch between the two snorkel excursions. The boat ride takes about 1 hour and 45 minutes, and the trip returns around 4:00 pm.
Notably, South West Bed features beautiful healthy patches of coral and wildlife. For example, you’ll see lobster, barracuda, lizardfish, Nassau grouper, angel fish, spotted eagle rays, tarpon, permit, Spanish rays, nurse shark, and countless colorful juvenile reef fish. Moreover, our expert guides — registered with the Belizean Tour Operators — will point out the amazing aquatic life for you.
Afterwards, enjoy an authentic Belize-style picnic lunch and relax on the beach after your first exploration of this pristine site.
At South End of Glover’s Atoll, you’ll find a grassy patch where you may spot manatees, tarpon, kingfish, parrot fish, angel fish, butterfly fish, nurse sharks, southern rays, spotted eagle rays, and plenty of other sea life.
