Ambergris Divers

Based in San Pedro on Ambergris Caye, Ambergris Divers has been operating since 2000. This locally owned and operated centre is a fixture of the Belizean diving scene, providing access to a vast array of sites surrounding the barrier reef.

Their fleet consists of custom dive boats designed for exploring the local waters. Whether you are looking for a single excursion or a multi-day diving itinerary, the centre operates daily to facilitate reef, wall, and blue hole explorations.

The centre operates with a 'Dive Safe' protocol and focuses on a friendly, family-style service for all divers. Instruction is conducted in English, ensuring clear communication for technical and recreational training alike.

Beyond diving, the team facilitates various excursions including fishing and trips to Mayan ruins. They also maintain a secondary location at the SunBreeze Hotel to assist divers with their needs.

Ambergris Divers offers a comprehensive range of PADI certifications. For beginners, they provide the Discover Scuba Experience and the Open Water Diver full certification, as well as the Scuba Diver Basic Certification.

For more experienced divers, they offer the Advanced Open Water Certification and the Adventure Diver Certification. They also provide refresher courses such as the Scuba Review and the Open Water Referral Package, alongside Emergency First Response training.

The centre utilises custom dive boats to reach sites throughout the reef and the surrounding atolls. These vessels are equipped with communication equipment, life jackets, and oxygen for safety.

For longer excursions or specific itineraries, the boats provide purified water and snacks, including fresh cut fruit, to keep you hydrated and fed between dives. Night dives are also available on the water a few times a week.

The shop provides full rental kit, including BCDs, regulators, wetsuits, masks, fins, computers, and torches for night diving. For those preferring to bring their own gear, a full rental selection is available on site.

Safety is a priority, with oxygen and complete first aid kits maintained on all vessels. The centre also provides access to Nitrox for divers looking to extend their bottom time.

The reef environment is teeming with life, where you can encounter schools of jack (Carangidae) and various snapper (Lutjanidae) species. You will often see parrotfish (Calotomus) and triggerfish alongside diverse coral species.

On the sandy bottoms and reefs, you can find nurse sharks (Ginglymostoma cirratum), rays (Batoidea), and various types of turtles. Lobsters and spider crabs are also common residents of the reef structure.

For those interested in macro life or smaller inhabitants, the area hosts angelfish (Pomacanthidae), eels, and various crustaceans. The Turneffe Atoll area can also reveal whitespotted toadfish and giant jewfish.

Diving conditions vary depending on the specific site. Turneffe Atoll can experience moderate currents, typically around 2 knots.

Visibility in the area can reach up to 164 metres in certain locations, though this is subject to local conditions.