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Get Ready for Scuba Diving on Ambergris Caye

Posted by ECBR on Sep 4, 2014 10:22:42 AM

scuba diving ambergris cayeThe island of Ambergris Caye is a haven for adventurous travelers of all varieties. Whether you want to try surfing for the first time, swim with sharks or even spot crocodiles in their natural habitats, you can do it all in this one incredible destination.

A popular pastime and a great hobby to pick up while on Ambergris Caye is scuba diving. Dive right into the basics all beginners should know before scuba diving on Ambergris Caye.

Find an Expert and Start with Lessons

Scuba isn't something you can simply pick up on your own. With so much equipment involved, it is vital that you seek out a trained instructor who can teach you the ropes. Thankfully, there is no shortage of well-trained experts who can guide you through an introductory lesson in your hotel's pool, take you right off the coast for shallow practice or help you prepare for a week-long dive out at sea. Whether you want to tick scuba off your bucket list or become a pro, there is a lesson or a course that's right for you.

Rent or Buy the Right Scuba Equipment

Although the warm waters off the coast of Belize mean that you won't need a wetsuit, you will still require a range of items for your dive. A mask, fins, a dive computer, a breathing regulator, tanks and a buoyancy compensator are all required for a successful dive. If you don't have your own while on Ambergris Caye, you can easily rent the right supplies where you get your lessons. Alternatively, you could buy your scuba equipment to keep with you and use for the next trip as well.

Seek Out Thrilling Destinations Around Ambergris Caye

One of the best things about scuba on Ambergris Caye is the sheer number of diving destinations around the island. A top pick is the Hol Chan Marine Reserve, an incredible protected spot full of underwater life. You could also set off for a longer dive to the Barrier Reef of Belize or consider an illuminating night dive surrounded by bio-luminescent jellyfish.

Get PADI-Certified for Your Next Visit

PADI, or the Professional Association of Diving Instructors, is the most prestigious organization in the world of scuba. If you have both the time and desire while on Ambergris Caye, you could complete a PADI certification course. There are multiple levels that allow you to brush up on your old skills or prepare to dive on your own in the future. As a bonus, the low cost of living on Ambergris Caye means PADI courses there are some of the most affordable on the planet.

Diving off the coast of Ambergris Caye can be an incredible and unforgettable way to experience what Belize is all about. Click here for more tips and tricks that beginners can use when diving in Belize.

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Written by ECBR