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Hol Chan Marine Reserve Description
Hol Chan (Mayan for "little cut") Marine Reserve is Belize's most popular snorkeling and dive site. The park encompasses 5sq.mi/8sq.km of protected area made up of coral formations, sea grass beds and mangroves. The main attraction is the cut in the reef, which is a 30ft/9.5m deep and has steep, coral-lined walls. Another main feature of Hol Chan is a crescent-shaped sinkhole known as the Cat's Eye.

Numerous species of fish, crustaceans and corals can be viewed at Hol Chan Marine Reserve. These species include black groupers, eels, spadefish, spiny lobster, finger and brain coral. Visitors will not be disappointed since several schools of colorful fish are always present, however the reserve is often crowded.
Hobbies & Activities category: Scuba or snorkel opportunity;  Natural area;  Wildlife area, bird sanctuary
Hours
Always open, even if weekly hours indicate otherwise
New Year's Day (January 1)
Baron Bliss Day - Belize (March 9)
Easter - Christian
Commonwealth Day - Belize (May 25)
National Day - Belize (September 10)
Independence Day - Belize (September 21)
Pan American Day - Belize (October 12)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Day after Christmas, St Stephen's Day, Boxing Day (December 26)
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Cost
Adult5.00
All values are in local currency.
Tips
Several dive shops and tour operators offer day and night trips to Hol Chan.
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