Discover the highlights in the area on your private catamaran! We start with snorkeling at Hol Chan and Shark Ray Alley. Hol Chan has the largest variety of species to be seen in the area and is often compared to an aquarium, while at Shark Ray Alley you get to experience a close encounter with nurse-sharks and stingrays. Watch from the boat or swim with them!
We then serve our famous Belizean buffet lunch on-board. Traditional dishes like stewed chicken and rice and beans with our Captain’s secret recipe BBQ fish! After lunch, we stop at the neighbor island Caye Caulker for approx. 2 hours of free time to explore the island, followed by a relaxed sunset cruise back to San Pedro, with fresh ceviche being served. You can also choose to return earlier to the boat for one more stop on our way back. Choose between more snorkeling or a stop at a shallow sandbar area. Open bar with local rum, vodka, gin, soft drinks and juices is included. Try the specials, rum punch and "panty rippers"!
Tour Options
3 ppl - Private full day
11 ppl - Private full day
13 ppl - Private full day
2 ppl - Private full day
6 ppl - Private full day
9 ppl - Private full day
7 ppl - Private full day
5 ppl - Private full day
8 ppl - Private full day
12 ppl - Private full day
4 ppl - Private full day
15 ppl - Private full day
10 ppl - Private full day
14 ppl - Private full day
Itinerary
15 min
Pick up is not included. We depart from the Palapa Bar dock, and we meet there 15 minutes before departure. Then the ride to the Hol Chan Marine Reserve takes 45 minutes, while you lay down on comfortable cushions enjoying the ocean, the views and the sunshine, accompanied by drinks and music.
Admission included60 min
Hol Chan is Mayan for "little channel" and is a natural break in the reef, which has always been a very productive fishing area with abundant marine life. It is open to the sea beyond the reef, so allows marine creatures to travel from the outside of the reef to the inside and vice versa. It became the first marine reserve in the entire country of Belize back in 1987 and this have led to the species to re-generate and the corals of growing unharmed. This snorkeling area has the greatest variety of marine life and coral, compared to being an "underwater zoo" - you have the chance to see all kinds of corals, fishes and even sea turtles! Over 160 species of fish and forty types of coral have been recorded in the area.
Admission included30 min
The story behind Shark Ray Alley is that in all times, due to its position close to the channel to go outside the protecting barrier reef for fishing, it was the point where the local fishermen came in with their catch and started cleaning it - throwing the head, etc into the water. This converted it a natural habit for the marine life such as nurse sharks and sting-rays that associate the sound of an engine to food. The water is shallow and transparent and you will see the nurse-sharks and sting-rays on the surface, meaning that even if you don't get in to the water you can enjoy it from the boat as well! The nurse-sharks and sting-rays eventually swim away, so this stop lasts max. 30 minutes.
120 min
Caye Caulker is just how you imagine an authentic Caribbean Island and a nice contrast to the more developed Ambergris Caye. Since the 1960's tourism has slowly grown on the island, but it has kept its quiet laid-back atmosphere, with the motto "Go Slow". We stop by the famous “the Split”, from where you can stroll off to explore the village.
Highlights
Use of Snorkelling equipment
We serve water from a water dispenser, to avoid single-use plastics.
Hol Chan marine reserve entrance fee
Coca Cola, Coca Cola Light, Sprite, Fanta (orange, fruit punch, ginger, grapefruit), tonic and soda water. Orange, pineapple, lime and fruit punch juices.
Restroom on board
Fresh ceviche (shrimp or conch, seasonal)
Our famous Belizean buffet features our Captain's secret recipe BBQ fish. Our chef also prepares stewed chicken, rice and beans, tortillas, coleslaw, pico de gallo (spicy) and fried sweet plantain.
Local rum (white, dark and coconut), local vodka and local gin all from the popular Cuello's Distillery
What's included
Included
Use of Snorkelling equipment
We serve water from a water dispenser, to avoid single-use plastics.
Hol Chan marine reserve entrance fee
Coca Cola, Coca Cola Light, Sprite, Fanta (orange, fruit punch, ginger, grapefruit), tonic and soda water. Orange, pineapple, lime and fruit punch juices.
Restroom on board
Fresh ceviche (shrimp or conch, seasonal)
Our famous Belizean buffet features our Captain's secret recipe BBQ fish. Our chef also prepares stewed chicken, rice and beans, tortillas, coleslaw, pico de gallo (spicy) and fried sweet plantain.
Local rum (white, dark and coconut), local vodka and local gin all from the popular Cuello's Distillery
Not included
Gratuities
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Important Information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note that our schedule depends on the sunset, so through the year it changes in 15-min periods within the range of 10 am - 6 pm and 11.15 am - 7.15 pm. The published times are the current ones.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Private Full Day Charter from San Pedro take?
Private Full Day Charter from San Pedro lasts about 8 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does Private Full Day Charter from San Pedro cost?
Prices start at $1,110 per person for this Ambergris Caye experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 14 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Private Full Day Charter from San Pedro for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Pick up is not included. We depart from the Palapa Bar dock, and we meet there 15 minutes before departure. . Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Private Full Day Charter from San Pedro offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Private Full Day Charter from San Pedro worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 209 verified reviews; it is run by Catamaran Belize - Coral Tours Sailing. Most-mentioned highlights: Use of Snorkelling equipment; We serve water from a water dispenser, to avoid single-use plastics.; Hol Chan marine reserve entrance fee.
Reviews(209)
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joyouslouis1
August 28, 2026
Excellent Private Snorkel Trip Highly Recommend!
Our family of four had a great time on a private snorkel tour. Communicating with the team was very easy and they were super responsive and allowed us to customize in terms of duration, meeting time, adding on breakfast, and which snorkel stops we wanted. Due to weather, we had to modify a bit but we did Hol Chan, Shark Ray Alley, a place with a zillion turtles, and then an amazing sand bar area. Charlie and Anna were great, Anna kept the food and snacks coming at us, and lunch was DELICIOUS. It was an expensive day out but it was my birthday so we splurged on this.
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943lyssf
August 25, 2026
Most amazing experience!!
The private experience I booked with Catamaran Belize was the BEST day I’ve ever had. Linda & David were super easy to work with, answering all my questions and being flexible with my plans! Day of, the captain (Charlie) & our snorkel tour guide (Ray) were absolutely fantastic! They explained everything very simply, ensured we were equipped with safety knowledge, and made our trip so fun. I’ve never met more kind, knowledgeable people. I also got engaged at the end of this trip, during the sunset. Charlie & Ray were in on it all day! They made sure everything was timed out perfectly, and Ray even captured some amazing photos on our camera.
They also shared many photos taken with their own phone during the snorkeling experience.
I will certainly be booking with Catamaran Belize again when I return to the island! Thank you!
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carlydck15
July 23, 2026
Amazing ! 10/10
We had an absolutely incredible time on this catamaran tour! From the moment we stepped aboard, Captain Charlie and First Mate Ana made the experience unforgettable. They were attentive, hilarious, knowledgeable, and genuinely made us feel like we were spending the day with friends. Their energy and hospitality were a huge part of why we had such an amazing experience.
After a quick safety briefing at 11:00 a.m., we set off for our first snorkeling stop. We saw countless colorful fish and even giant sea turtles! Next was Shark Ray Alley, where we swam alongside what felt like hundreds of nurse sharks—an experience we’ll never forget. We also visited the turtle sanctuary, and one thing we really appreciated was that we never felt rushed. We had plenty of time at each stop to enjoy the water and take everything in. Ana even got in the water with us at every stop, making sure everyone was safe and comfortable.
The catamaran itself was spacious, beautiful, and incredibly comfortable. It was just the two of us on this trip, but there was more than enough room for large families or bigger groups, with plenty of seating to spread out and relax. Throughout the day, Charlie and Ana kept the drinks flowing, offering both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and constantly checking to see if we needed anything.
We then enjoyed a smooth, scenic ride to Caye Caulker, where we spotted stingrays and even seahorses! We had about two hours to explore the island before returning to the boat. We upgraded to the premium buffet lunch, and while the buffet itself wasn’t anything extraordinary, the grilled chicken was delicious and the plátanos were fantastic.
To end the perfect day, we anchored to watch one of the most beautiful sunsets we’ve ever seen. We enjoyed fresh shrimp ceviche while relaxing on the boat, then took one final swim in the crystal-clear water before heading back.
A huge thank you to Captain Charlie and Ana for creating such a fun, relaxing, and memorable experience. Their professionalism, humor, and genuine care made all the difference.
10/10 — no notes! We would absolutely book this tour again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting Belize.
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lauriefT8682FD
June 29, 2026
Fun day on the water
We had a great day on the water. Snorkeling was amazing and we saw lots of turtles, sharks, and other fish. Lunch was delicious as well.
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Adam D
June 7, 2026
Best 2 days on the water!!
We spent 2 days on board with Captain Charlie and Anna as our snorkeling guide. We saw some amazing undersea creatures and our 3 children have not stopped talking about it since our return. The food was delicious and they worked with us on make sure they had food choices my picky eaters would enjoy. Anna kept the rum punch flowing and we even did a little fishing. We really had a WICKED time!!!!!!
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danb613
April 18, 2026
Amazing day - private charter snorkeling and Caye Caulker
We were 4 families a total of 17 (8 adults/9 kids ages 6-11). We had a wonderful time doing a full day charter from San Pedro to 2 snorkeling sites and spending a few hours in Caye caulker. Linda was great helping with the booking. The boat was extremely kid friendly and offered plenty of shade and sun areas. We had 3 crew members who were very attentive to our group and helped us with the snorkeling and anything else we needed. We all had a blast and the kids said it was their favorite day on a week vacation in San Pedro. We would definitely use them again.
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DayTrip609424
March 30, 2026
An experience not to be missed!
This was an experience not to be missed! The price could not be beat for the experience provided. The crew on the boat were very knowledgeable, attentive, and a joy be around. The private charter was the way to go! We would hands-down do this time and time again.
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V4553LSalexc
March 28, 2026
Highlight of the trip!
The service while booking the tour was very helpful and willing to work with you to make it yours. Then while onboard the boat the service was fantastic with drinks, food and snacks. The snorkeling was super cool and worth a stop. Overall we had lots of fun!
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armska01
March 21, 2026
Great day on the water!
My husband, college age niece, and I had a perfect day on Catamaran Belize. From great communication upon booking, including details of what to pack, options for tour routes, and specifics about lunch and allergies. To a perfect sailing day. Charlie and Claudio were great hosts ensuring our trip was relaxing and safe. They ensure you just relax and enjoy the day, no stress at all! Charlie joined us in the water during snorkeling and pointed out what we were seeing as well as guiding us through safely. We saw turtles, stingrays, and so many beautiful fish. He made sure our masks and flippers fit so we were comfortable during our time in the water. The Belizean buffet onboard was lovely and our drinks were never empty. They also took photos during our sail and quickly got them back to us in 24 hours. The boat is perfect size for 8 or less people, it was more than enough room for our group of 3. They had super comfortable cushions throughout the boat with cup holders which worked out well. Thanks again Catamaran Belize for a perfect day on the water!
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Scenic38640618564
March 14, 2026
Really good operation...
Great crew, top shelf service.
Would book again for sure.