Caye Caulker Marine Reserve
Discover the mesmerizing underwater world at this captivating dive site, located just off the coast of Caye Caulker in Belize. As a designated marine protected area, this site boasts a diverse and thriving reef ecosystem, adorned with vibrant live corals and teeming with an abundance of juvenile fish.
Prepare to be amazed as you explore the crystal-clear waters, with an impressive visibility of 17 meters. With a maximum depth of 17 meters, this dive site is an ideal choice for beginners, providing a safe and accessible diving experience.
While exploring this underwater paradise, keep an eye out for the majestic hammerhead sharks, a possible and thrilling sighting. Additionally, you can expect to encounter a multitude of typical Caribbean species, including graceful sea turtles, graceful rays, impressive groupers, colorful snappers, angelic angelfish, and fascinating lobsters, among many others.
Immerse yourself in this extraordinary dive experience and create memories that will last a lifetime. Located near Nuestra Señora de la Asuncion Catholic Church, along Elma Novela Street in Bahia Puesta del Sol, Caye Caulker Village, this dive site offers convenient access for divers seeking to explore the beauty of Belize's underwater world. Plan your adventure today and embark on an unforgettable journey into the depths of this captivating dive site.
Prepare to be amazed as you explore the crystal-clear waters, with an impressive visibility of 17 meters. With a maximum depth of 17 meters, this dive site is an ideal choice for beginners, providing a safe and accessible diving experience.
While exploring this underwater paradise, keep an eye out for the majestic hammerhead sharks, a possible and thrilling sighting. Additionally, you can expect to encounter a multitude of typical Caribbean species, including graceful sea turtles, graceful rays, impressive groupers, colorful snappers, angelic angelfish, and fascinating lobsters, among many others.
Immerse yourself in this extraordinary dive experience and create memories that will last a lifetime. Located near Nuestra Señora de la Asuncion Catholic Church, along Elma Novela Street in Bahia Puesta del Sol, Caye Caulker Village, this dive site offers convenient access for divers seeking to explore the beauty of Belize's underwater world. Plan your adventure today and embark on an unforgettable journey into the depths of this captivating dive site.
Diving Conditions Score for Caye Caulker Marine Reserve
7
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Caye Caulker Marine Reserve
Depth
17m
Visibility
17m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Caye Caulker Marine Reserve
Wave Height
1.14m
Wind Speed
33.6 m/s
Water Temp
29.7°C
Visibility
31.6km
Cloud Cover
92%
Wave Period
5.05s
Air Temperature
29°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Caye Caulker Marine Reserve
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Dive Score Chart for Caye Caulker Marine Reserve
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.1699/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 26.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 21:00 with score 6.8239/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Caye Caulker Marine Reserve: 06:00
Sunset at Caye Caulker Marine Reserve: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Caye Caulker Marine Reserve are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Best Overall
17:00Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 1m (5.1s), Wind: 26.7 m/s
Best Night
21:00Score: 6.8/10
Waves: 0.9m, Wind: 24.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Caye Caulker Marine ReserveAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Caye Caulker Marine Reserve
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for Caye Caulker Marine Reserve
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.2/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Caye Caulker Marine Reserve
January
Score: 9.2
February
Score: 9.2
March
Score: 9.1
Ideal Conditions for Caye Caulker Marine Reserve
Water Temp
26.8°C / 80.2°F
August
Visibility
11.8m / 38.7ft
May
Wave Height
2.4m / 7.9ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Caye Caulker Marine Reserve
Caye Caulker Marine Reserve shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.8°C) and January the coldest (21.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 2.4m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). April is usually the driest month with 0.1mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during January to March, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 23, 2026
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