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Shallow Coral Gardens North of San Pedro

Mexico Rocks Snorkeling

Snorkel among boulder-like corals and small patch reefs in a protected area known for shallow water and juvenile marine life.

Rate (USD)$50.00 USDRate shown before 12.5% GST. Snorkeling trip. Marine park fee applies and is paid separately.
Optional Snorkeling Gear RentalUS$16.88 totalper person, per day · paid separately on site

Snorkeling equipment is not included in the tour price. Optional snorkeling equipment rental is US$15.00 plus 12.5% GST (US$16.88 total per person, per day), payable separately on site.

Trip Style Local Snorkeling
Boat Ride Approx. 20 Minutes
Departures 9:00 AM & 2:00 PM
Typical Depth Approx. 8-12 Feet
Afternoon Minimum 4 Guests
A Relaxed Local Reef Option

What makes Mexico Rocks a popular snorkeling area?

Mexico Rocks is a shallow patch-reef system north of San Pedro where coral formations rise close to the surface.

The protected habitat supports juvenile fish and other reef life, and BPDC describes the area as generally having fewer currents and waves than some other sites.

Experience Highlights

Shallow water, coral formations and local access.

Reef Type

Boulder-like patch corals

Explore clusters of coral formations that create shelter for smaller reef species.

Typical Depth

Approximately 8-12 feet

The shallow profile keeps coral and marine life visually close to snorkelers at the surface.

Local Access

About 20 minutes by boat

Mexico Rocks is a nearby option for travelers who want reef time without a full-day offshore journey.

Guided Experience

Briefing and site interpretation

Your guide reviews the area and leads the group through the planned snorkeling route.

Tour Flow

How the Mexico Rocks outing usually flows.

01

Check in and prepare

Confirm equipment needs and review the snorkeling plan with the BPDC team.

02

Travel north to Mexico Rocks

Take the approximately 20-minute boat ride to the marine reserve.

03

Explore the patch reefs

Follow your guide through the selected shallow reef area before returning to San Pedro.

BPDC lists 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM departures. A minimum of four guests is required to confirm the 2:00 PM trip.

Plan Ahead

What is included and what is additional?

Included

Part of the experience

  • Boat trip to Mexico Rocks
  • Guided snorkeling and site briefing
  • Shallow patch-reef experience
Additional

Budget separately

  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Any applicable park fee is shown separately in the booking summary.
  • 12.5% Government Sales Tax
Common Questions

Mexico Rocks snorkeling FAQs.

How deep is Mexico Rocks?

BPDC lists a typical depth of approximately 8-12 feet in the snorkeling area.

How long is the boat ride?

Mexico Rocks is approximately 20 minutes by boat from Belize Pro Dive Center.

What time do the trips leave?

BPDC lists 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM departures. The 2:00 PM trip requires at least four guests to confirm.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Snorkeling equipment is not included in the tour price. Optional snorkeling equipment rental is US$15.00 plus 12.5% GST (US$16.88 total per person, per day), payable separately on site.

Is the park fee included?

Any applicable park fee is shown separately in the booking summary.

A Shallow Local Reef Adventure

Explore the coral gardens at Mexico Rocks.

Ask BPDC whether Mexico Rocks is the right snorkeling option for your group.

Reserve your experience

Book Mexico Rocks Snorkeling Tour

Explore the shallow patch reefs of Mexico Rocks on a guided snorkeling trip from San Pedro. Review departures, fees, depth and equipment details.

Rate (USD)$50.00 USDRate shown before 12.5% GST. Snorkeling trip. Marine park fee applies and is paid separately.
Optional Snorkeling Gear RentalUS$16.88 totalper person, per day · paid separately on site

Snorkeling equipment is not included in the tour price. Optional snorkeling equipment rental is US$15.00 plus 12.5% GST (US$16.88 total per person, per day), payable separately on site.

Cancellation policy

Booking & Payment Policy For bookings made more than 30 days before your first scheduled tour or course, 50% of the total is required at booking. The remaining 50% is due 30 days before your first scheduled activity. For bookings made 30 days or less before your first scheduled activity, full payment is required at booking. The payment due is calculated automatically at checkout. These payments cover all reserved tours and courses, including applicable taxes. Equipment rental and park entrance fees are paid separately on site. Please review these terms before paying. By submitting payment, you confirm that you have read, understood and accepted this policy. Cancellation Deadlines We must receive your cancellation by email or WhatsApp at least 24 hours before local tours and courses, including local diving, snorkeling, Hol Chan and courses, or at least 48 hours before private and offshore tours, including private tours, Blue Hole and Turneffe. Deadlines are based on the scheduled start time of the affected activity, in Belize local time. Cancellations & Refunds If you cancel your entire booking before the applicable deadlines, 25% of the total amount you have paid is non-refundable. The remaining 75% of your payment will be refunded. If you cancel only some activities before their applicable deadlines, we will refund all amounts paid towards those activities, without a deduction. Your remaining activities stay booked. Cancellations received after the applicable deadline and no-shows are subject to a 100% cancellation charge for the affected tour or course, and no refund will be issued. This applies regardless of the reason, including illness or changes to travel plans. Payments already received count towards this charge. Weather & Operator Cancellations If BPDC cancels due to unsafe weather, insufficient participants or another operational reason, you may reschedule, subject to availability, or receive a full refund of all amounts paid for the affected services, without any deduction. Our team makes weather-related decisions based on safety. Approved refunds are returned to the original payment method. Processing time depends on your bank or card issuer. If you have any questions, please contact us before paying. We look forward to welcoming you!

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