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Turneffe Flats

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Turneffe Flats

3 star hotel
Turneffe Atoll, Belize City, Belize
16 rooms
FREE Internet

Turneffe Flats

PADI 5 Star Dive Resort
Onsite
Max 8 divers per guide

Package highlights

  • Stunning ocean views in a truly remote and unspoiled atoll setting
  • Secluded location offering a peaceful escape far from crowds
  • Personalized service with great attention to detail throughout the stay
  • Direct access to pristine reefs within the protected Turneffe Atoll
  • Relaxed, nature-focused atmosphere ideal for disconnecting and exploring
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Booking process

1. BOOKING

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2. CONFIRMATION

We usually get back to you within 24 hours to confirm that your booking is final

3. 48H FREE CANCELLATION PERIOD

You then have 48 hours to take care of other travel arrangements. Your credit card will only be charged after that period

Payment & cancellation

Payment terms

  • Now: 0%
  • 48 hours after booking confirmation: 25%
  • 97 days before trip start: 100%

Cancellation fee

Free cancellation for 48h after confirmation

  • 5.0% of the total booking amount will be charged if you cancel more than 97 days prior to arrival
  • 100.0% will be charged if you cancel less than 97 days prior to arrival

Explore diving around the Turneffe Flats

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Best dive sites in Belize City

Belize City is well-located for taking advantage of Belize’s many dive areas. From Caye Caulker to Lighthouse Reef, everyone will be able to find their own prefered site. Just south of the city is Silk Cayes Canyon, an excellent wall dive with plenty of coral species to spy. Unique endemic creatures like gray triggerfish are specialties of the area. Be sure not to miss out on the Great Blue Hole, which is one of the premier dive sites on the planet. It’s reachable within a short day trip of the city. You can also enjoy the dive sites around Ambergris Caye and the Belize Barrier Reef from Belize City.

Snorkeling in Belize City

You’ll find plenty of operators willing to take you snorkeling. The coral reefs within a few minutes boat ride are outstanding. The current is not so strong and the fish are colorful, making this a great area for beginners. Tours are also offered to nearby Ambergris Caye, the Blue Hole and Caye Caulker.

Dive Center

Highlights

  • Prime location on Turneffe Atoll with access to over 65 named dive sites
  • Small-group, boutique diving for a more personalized and relaxed experience
  • Weekly trip to the iconic Blue Hole (weather permitting)
  • Wide variety of sites, from coral gardens to deeper offshore dives
  • Ideal for divers seeking quality diving away from the crowds

Description

Turneffe Flats is a PADI 5 Star dive resort ideally located on Turneffe Atoll, one of Belize’s most renowned diving regions. With access to more than 65 dive sites and within easy reach of Lighthouse Reef and the iconic Blue Hole, the dive center offers exceptional variety, from vibrant coral gardens to deeper offshore sites.

The program includes up to 18 dives per week, with carefully planned excursions based on conditions, including full-day trips to Lighthouse Reef and the Blue Hole when weather permits. Diving is conducted from a well-equipped 42-foot boat, with a focus on small groups—typically no more than eight divers—ensuring a more personalized and relaxed experience.

Guests benefit from a true valet diving service, with equipment prepared, set up, and rinsed by the team, allowing for a seamless and stress-free experience from start to finish. In addition to guided dives, the resort offers PADI courses, equipment rental, and professional instruction, all delivered with a strong emphasis on service, safety, and comfort.

A typical dive day starts at 08:00 and includes three boat dives, with travel times ranging from 10 minutes to about an hour depending on the site. Lunch is either taken at the resort or packed for the day. Weekly highlights include a Blue Hole trip (weather permitting) and a night dive, usually scheduled midweek.

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DIVING SERVICES

Languages spoken

  • English

Dive Center Facilities

  • Wi-Fi (Free)
  • Onsite Training Pool
  • Onsite Classroom
  • Air Conditioning
  • Retail Shop
  • Waterfront Location
  • House Reef
  • Dive Boat
  • Onsite Accommodation
  • Food & Drinks

Dive boat facilities

  • Camera Table
  • Custom Built
  • Drinking Water
  • Lunch Provided On Full Diving Days
  • Ladder
  • Fresh Water Shower
  • Tea And Coffee
  • Toilet
  • Camera Rinse Tanks
  • Surface Interval Snacks
  • Seating Area
  • Dry Area
  • Shaded Space

Rental Equipment

  • Children Sizes
  • Mask & Snorkel
  • Dive Computer
  • Flashlight
  • Wetsuit – Shorty
  • Aluminum Cylinders
  • Small Cylinders (10L / 71.2 Cu. Ft.)
  • Open-Heel Fins
  • Bcd

PADI® Courses Available

  • Reactivate Program
  • Advanced Open Water Diver

Diving gear

  • Tanks With Din Valves
  • Din/Int Adapters
  • Nitrox ($)
  • Rental Equipment ($)
  • Filling Station

For your safety

  • Emergency Oxygen Kit
  • First Aid Kits
  • Vhf Radio

PADI membership level

  • Padi 5 Star Dive Resort

Resort Amenities

Good for...

  • Solo Travellers
  • Remote Getaways
  • Great Spa/Wellbeing Experience
  • Families With Non-Diving Kids
  • Romance/Honeymoon
  • Eco-Resort
  • Families With Diving Kids
  • Active Holidays
  • Good Value For Money

Food & drink

  • Beer And Wine
  • Private Dining
  • Snacks All Day
  • Alcohol
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Halal Food
  • Gluten Free Food
  • Kosher Food
  • Vegan

Conservation/Environment

  • Marine Conservation Program

Activities

  • Book Swap/Library
  • Cooking Classes
  • Hiking

Sports & Watersports

  • Snorkeling
  • Fishing

Facilities

  • Restaurant
  • Beach Front
  • Bar / Lounge
  • Swimming Pool(S)
  • Lounge/Tv Area

Payments

  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • Amex
  • Cash (Usd)
  • Cash (Local Currency)

Wellness & Relaxation

  • Fitness Center/Gym
  • Massage Services

Resort Description

Since 1981, Turneffe Flats has grown into one of Belize’s leading conservation-driven resorts, with a strong focus on protecting the surrounding marine environment.

Located within the pristine Turneffe Atoll, the resort offers access to some of the country’s most vibrant and unspoiled dive sites, from coral gardens to dramatic walls teeming with marine life.

Diving is at the heart of the experience, with small-group excursions and expert local guidance ensuring an immersive and high-quality approach to exploring the reef. The resort operates with a clear commitment to sustainability, carefully managing its activities to minimize environmental impact.

Through its close partnership with the Turneffe Atoll Trust, Turneffe Flats actively supports the protection and long-term preservation of Belize’s coastal ecosystems, contributing to ongoing efforts to safeguard this unique and fragile marine environment.

Award-winning eco-resort recognized by the Caribbean Tourism Organization for its leadership in sustainable tourism. With a long-standing commitment to environmental protection, Turneffe Flats combines world-class diving and marine experiences with strong conservation efforts, actively supporting the preservation of Belize’s coastal ecosystems.

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How to get there

Arrival:

  • The closest airport is Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport (BZE) in Belize City
  • Guests should arrive no later than 15:30 to connect with the scheduled transfer
  • After clearing customs, a Turneffe Flats representative will meet guests and transfer them to Fort George Marina
  • Boat transfers to the resort depart from the marina based on guest arrivals (shared transfers included on Wednesdays and Saturdays)
  • A restaurant and bar are available at the marina while waiting for departure

Departure:

  • Transfers from the resort follow the same boat + land route back to Belize International Airport (BZE)
  • For arrivals or departures outside scheduled transfer days (Wednesday and Saturday), private boat transfers can be arranged at an additional cost
  • Check-in and check-out times are coordinated according to boat transfer schedules

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