Great Blue Hole

#1 among destinations in Belize

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The Great Blue Hole, located off the coast of Belize, is an iconic diving destination known for its stunning clarity and rich marine life. This massive underwater sinkhole measures roughly 300 meters across and plunges 124 meters into the earth, offering a unique and breathtaking dive experience.

Formed during the last ice age, the Great Blue Hole is a part of the larger Belize Barrier Reef Reserve System, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Divers from around the world are drawn to its crystal-clear waters and the chance to glide among stalactites and stalagmites in its underwater caves, formed before the ocean levels rose.

The site has gained fame not only for its natural beauty but also for the sense of mystery that surrounds it. Legendary ocean explorer Jacques Cousteau declared it one of the top ten scuba diving sites in the world. Today, dive tours are conducted with respect for the delicate marine ecosystem, allowing adventurers to witness a variety of reef sharks, including bull and hammerheads, as well as an abundance of other marine species.

Alternative names: Unesco: from 1996Area: 174.46 acres (0.2726 mi²)Depth: 407 ftElevation: 0 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 17°18'56"N, 87°32'5"W

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Great Blue Hole – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Belize Barrier Reef, Lighthouse Reef.

~100 ftE
17°18'56"N • 87°32'4"W
Belize Barrier Reef
1 min walk • The Belize Barrier Reef is a series of coral reefs straddling the coast of Belize, roughly 300 meters offshore in the north and 40 kilometers in the south within the country limits.
1.5 miSW
Diving
Lighthouse Reef
38 min walk • Lighthouse Reef is an atoll in the Caribbean Sea, the easternmost part of the Belize Barrier Reef and one of its three atolls, the other two being Turneffe Atoll and Glover's Reef. Lighthouse Reef is located about 80 kilometres southeast of Belize City.