Fees · Destination Guide
San Pedro Belize
Reef-on-your-doorstep diving with fast access to Belize's legendary atolls
Updated Oct 30, 2025 • 22 sources
Fees And Permits
Confirm these fees before you book so your operator plan and day budget match what you will pay onsite.
Fees You Can't Skip
- Hol Chan Marine Reserve entrance - USD $15
- Great Blue Hole Natural Monument fee - USD $40
- Typical payment pattern: Budget for Hol Chan/Mexico Rocks marine park fees on snorkel and local reef days, plus Blue Hole and Half Moon Caye monument fees on atoll trips.
What people usually pay
Budget for Hol Chan/Mexico Rocks marine park fees on snorkel and local reef days, plus Blue Hole and Half Moon Caye monument fees on atoll trips. Sport fishing requires a license. International departure taxes are usually embedded in airfare.
| Fee | Amount | Applies to | Where to pay | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hol Chan Marine Reserve entrance | USD $15 per person, per day across reserve zones | All visitors | Collected by tour operators or at reserve check-in | Fee increased in Aug 2024. Ask if included in tour price. |
| Great Blue Hole Natural Monument fee | USD $40 per person, per day | Divers and snorkelers visiting the Blue Hole | Paid on site via tour operator or BAS ranger | Bring cash if instructed by your operator. |
| Half Moon Caye Natural Monument fee | USD $10 per person, per day | All visitors landing on the caye | Paid to BAS ranger or via your tour | Covers boardwalk and birding lookout access. |
| Sport fishing license | BZ$20 day / BZ$50 week per angler | Catch-and-release recreational anglers | Online portal of Coastal Zone Management Authority | Required ages 16-65. Carry digital proof. |
| International air departure tax and fees | About USD $73.50 per departing non-resident by air | Most foreign travelers | Included in most tickets | Land border exit fees differ. Verify in your fare breakdown. |