Mayan Princess House Reef
Explore the vibrant underwater world right off the shore of the Mayan Princess Hotel on Ambergris Caye, Belize. This house reef is perfect for both beginners and snorkelers, offering shallow dive sites that are easily accessible. While not as pristine as the renowned reefs Belize is famous for, this dive still provides an enjoyable and effortless underwater experience.
Dive into the crystal-clear waters with a visibility of up to 20m and reach a maximum depth of 21m. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced diver, this dive site caters to individuals of all skill levels.
Prepare to be amazed by the diverse marine life that calls this reef home. Encounter majestic nurse and reef sharks, graceful eagle rays, and serene turtles. You'll also encounter a vibrant array of fish species including snapper, angelfish, grunts, parrotfish, and grouper.
Located in the picturesque coastal town of San Pedro, Belize, this dive site is situated close to Mar de Tumbo on Escalante Drive in the Escalante Subdivision. Embark on a memorable diving adventure and immerse yourself in the wonders of the underwater world.
Dive into the crystal-clear waters with a visibility of up to 20m and reach a maximum depth of 21m. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced diver, this dive site caters to individuals of all skill levels.
Prepare to be amazed by the diverse marine life that calls this reef home. Encounter majestic nurse and reef sharks, graceful eagle rays, and serene turtles. You'll also encounter a vibrant array of fish species including snapper, angelfish, grunts, parrotfish, and grouper.
Located in the picturesque coastal town of San Pedro, Belize, this dive site is situated close to Mar de Tumbo on Escalante Drive in the Escalante Subdivision. Embark on a memorable diving adventure and immerse yourself in the wonders of the underwater world.
Diving Conditions Score for Mayan Princess House Reef
6.6
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Mayan Princess House Reef
Depth
21m
Visibility
20m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Mayan Princess House Reef
Wave Height
1.74m
Wind Speed
36.6 m/s
Water Temp
29.3°C
Visibility
34.16km
Cloud Cover
73%
Wave Period
6.15s
Air Temperature
28.8°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Mayan Princess House Reef
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Dive Score Chart for Mayan Princess House Reef
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 6.384233333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.58m, Wind 40 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.5543000000000005/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Mayan Princess House Reef: 06:00
Sunset at Mayan Princess House Reef: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Mayan Princess House Reef 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
0:00Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1.12m (5.4s), Wind: 31.2 m/s
Safest Overall
6:00Score: 6.4/10
Waves: 1.58m (5.6s), Wind: 40 m/s
Best Day
6:00Score: 6.4/10
Waves: 1.58m, Wind: 40 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Mayan Princess House ReefAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Mayan Princess House Reef
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 Mayan Princess House Reef
Winter
Avg. Score: 10.0/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Mayan Princess House Reef
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Mayan Princess House Reef
Water Temp
21.8°C / 71.2°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
May
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Mayan Princess House Reef
Mayan Princess House Reef shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (21.8°C) and December the coldest (17.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m 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). January is usually the driest month with 0.0mm 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 22, 2026
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