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Blackbird Caye

Blackbird Caye

Turneffe, Belize

Depth
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295ft

Visibility
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82ft - 246ft

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Beginner


About Blackbird Caye

Located South of the Central Cayes area this scuba dive is on the Eastern edge of the Islands,which are a popular tourist destination.This is an absolutely amazing scuba dive with visibility averaging 50 meters.There are some interesting rock structures here with sloping ledges as well as numerous drop offs which extend down into depths of around 50 or more meters. Marine life in this area is one of the main attractions and Eels, Jacks, Snappers, Rays, Marlin and Bottlenosed Dolphins are all commonly spotted here.One of the best scuba dives in Belize and highly recommended for all levels of diving experience

Blackbird Caye Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Deep, Reef, Drop Off, Wall

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

295ft

Visibility Range

82ft 246ft

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas

Marine Life

  • Jacks
  • Rays
  • Turtles
  • Snapper
  • Eels
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