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Bacalar Chico National Park and Marine Reserve, Ambergris Caye

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Bacalar Chico National Park and Marine Reserve

northern tip of Ambergris Caye, Ambergris Caye, Belize
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The view from camp San Juan looking southeast Creole wrasse - diving Bacalar Turtle - snorkeling Bacalar
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Winsford, United Kingdom
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33 reviews 33 reviews
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“Chance to see Manatee”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2013

Snorkelled in 2 different areas inside the reef though to get there we had to experience the current and rough waves outside - somewhat exciting ! Didn't get to see Manatee whilst snorkelling (weather conditions perhaps) however did see a mother and calf in the quieter channels. The museum and Mayan ruins (little more than an area of excavation) at... More

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The Dalles, Oregon
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“Beautiful, secluded location - great for a day or a week”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 September 2012

We actually stayed in the Reserve at Tranquility Bay Resort so are a little spoiled; I'm sure visiting as a day trip would be nice but couldn't be as memorable. Snorkeling highlights were a resident scrawled filefish, an octopus, big barracuda, big parrot fish, and a turtle.

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Kelowna, BC
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“Bacalar Chico National Park and Marine Reserve Expeditions”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 December 2008

Bacalar Chico National Park and Marine Reserve is located in the extreme north of Ambergris Caye, Belize. The little known conservation area was established in 1997, and soon thereafter was designated a World Heritage Site. Despite this designation, however, the area has received little attention due to its remoteness and general lack of amenities. But it is exactly these things... More

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