Belize Barrier Reef liveaboards
7–10 nights from Belize City. Offshore atolls, steep walls and the deep descent into the Great Blue Hole.
At a glance
- Best months
- April and May
- Trip length
- 7–10 nights
- Departs from
- Belize City
- Price per night
- US$428–US$528Per person, typical published rates
- Certification
- Open Water on some boatsAdvanced recommended
- Current
- ModerateMild on the sheltered reefs; strong with surge at exposed points such as The Elbow
When boats run
April and May; February to June is generally good. September and October carry the highest hurricane risk.
Overview
Belize liveaboards leave from Belize City. The usual trip is 7 nights and covers Turneffe Atoll, Lighthouse Reef and Half Moon Caye. Few boats run here, mainly the Aggressor fleet.
Boats sail all year, but the dry months are calmer, and June to November is hurricane season. In 2026 listings, prices are typically about US$430 to US$530 per person per night, before port and park fees.
Routes
- Lighthouse Reef, Half Moon Caye and Turneffe7 nights · Year-round (2026 listings include summer departures). A week on the outer atolls, with walls at Turneffe and Lighthouse Reef and Half Moon Caye. It suits divers who want more atoll dives than day boats allow.
- Extended atoll trip (special offer)10 nights · September 2027 (special departures). A special offer adds 3 free nights to a 7-night trip on selected dates. These dates fall in peak hurricane season, so check the weather and cancellation terms.
Getting to the boat
- Belize CityThe Belize Aggressor IV boards at the Radisson Fort George dock in Belize City.
Who can go
No liveaboard listing we found states a minimum certification. Many atoll reefs suit Open Water divers, but the Blue Hole goes to around 40 m and operators usually ask for Advanced Open Water. Confirm the requirement and nitrox availability with the boat.
Open Water for many reef dives. Advanced Open Water for the Great Blue Hole, which goes to around 40 m, and for the stronger-current atoll sites.
What it costs
Published rates typically run US$428 to US$528 a night. Typically about US$430 to US$530 per person per night in 2026 listings: the Belize Aggressor III 7-night trip from US$3,695, with some summer 2026 departures at US$2,995; the Belize Aggressor IV from US$442 a night. Port and park fees are extra. Taken from search snippets, not opened pages.
- Port and park fees: US$130 per person for 7 nights on the Belize Aggressor III, not included in the price (Dive The World listing, year not stated).
- Blue Hole and Half Moon Caye: US$30 and US$10 per person, US$40 in total, paid in cash (day-trip listings, not an official schedule).
Know the risks
- Deep, short dive in the Blue Hole (around 40 m)
- Strong current and surge at exposed points
- Hurricane season June to November, highest risk September and October
- Long boat rides of 2 to 3 hours each way to the outer atolls
Questions
How much does a Belize liveaboard cost?
In 2026 listings, Belize liveaboards typically cost about US$430 to US$530 per person per night. A 7-night trip was listed from US$2,995 to US$3,695. Port and park fees, about US$130 for a week, are extra.
When is the Belize liveaboard season?
Boats run all year. February to June is usually calmest, and April to June is often named as the peak. Hurricane season runs from June to November, with the highest risk in September and October.
Can Open Water divers do a Belize liveaboard?
Many reef dives suit Open Water divers. The Blue Hole goes to around 40 m, and operators usually ask for Advanced Open Water. Check the requirement with the boat.
Where do Belize liveaboards depart from?
Belize City. The Belize Aggressor IV boards at the Radisson Fort George dock.
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Also by boat in the same months
- Fiji liveaboardsMay to October for clear water · 7–10 nights
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- Northern Red Sea liveaboardsMarch to May and September to November · 7 nights
Sources
- Bluewater Dive Travel: Belize Aggressor III
- Bluewater Dive Travel: Belize Aggressor III special packages
- Bluewater Dive Travel: Belize Aggressor IV
- Dive The World: Belize Aggressor III
- Dive The World: Belize liveaboards, climate and best time to visit
- Matador Network: Belize reef conservation
- Charity Auctions Today: Great Blue Hole Natural Monument trip
Last reviewed 15 October 2026. Prices and fees change every season; confirm with the operator before you book.