Turneff Flats Resort

Overview

As the most biologically diverse atoll in the Caribbean, Turneffe Atoll is a truly incredible place.  It is a combination of healthy coral reef (both fringing reef and patch corals), expansive back reef flats, large lagoon systems, sea grass beds, and extensive mangrove forest. Turneffe is home to 260 fish species, 77 plant species and five fish spawning aggregation sites.  The atoll has great economic and sociological significance in Belize as a major commercial fishery and ecotourism center.  In addition, the atoll provides Belize City and the mainland coast with essential protection from hurricanes.

Turneffe Atoll is one of only four coral atolls in the Caribbean. Two others (Lighthouse Atoll and Glover’s Atoll) are also located in Belize and the fourth is in southern Mexico.  Formation of these coral atolls was accomplished through years of coral buildup rather than by volcanic activity – the more common way of atoll formation.  The entire atoll is surrounded by a fringe coral reef with waters inside the reef varying from less than a foot to 30 feet deep.  Ocean depths around the atoll are thought to reach 10,000 feet.

Approximately 30 miles long and 10 miles across, Turneffe has evolved as a globally significant coastal marine ecosystem. This involves the following intimately interrelated habitats: the coral reef, the back reef flats, the sea grass beds, the mangroves and the littoral forest.  During your visit you will learn how all of these varied habitats are both interrelated and interdependent.  You will learn what is required to sustain healthy coral reefs, the functions of the back reef flats, the importance of healthy sea grass beds, and the reasons why mangroves are vital to the entire ecosystem. Turneffe Flats resort sits in the center of the Atoll with easy access to diving North and South on the outer barrier, diving inside the atoll, or even the backside of the Atoll.  And is close to Lighthouse Reef for the Tuesday dive to the Blue Hole and Half Moon Caye,

What is included?

• * 8 days/ 7 nights/6 days of diving or adventure activities
• * Blue Hole, Half-Moon Caye, Bird Sanctuary on Tuesday
• * Beach Front Cabana Room
• * Taxes
• * Three Meals daily
• * Pool, internet, sea kayaks, gym
• * transfers on arrival to the hotel, if arrive with group
• * trip brochure and packet,

Special Oceanic Ventures Connoisseur Club Benefit

• * Special Trip Brochure

Other activities that can be arranged… 

When you are in Belize City or stay a little longer and visit the jungle. If you depart on Monday, July 25 (or longer) you can stay two nights, three days at Chaa Creek Adventure and Eco lodge in the Mayan Mountains.  Ask Ann or Eric about how amazing and peaceful a location. https://www.chaacreek.com/

What is not included?

air fare, equipment systems rentals, tips for the local dive guides, tips for bar staff, bar and boutique tab, other activities not listed, marine reserve fee $25 and park entrance fee for Blue Hole dives ($40) paid in cash on Island, fishing licenses if fishing ($25), cave tubing Saturday in Belize City.  Please note fishing is not included unless booked as a fishing/diving client, ask for a quote.  

COVID Information

For Resort’s COVID Operations and Vaccination policy see https://www.tflats.com/scuba-diving-belizes-turneffe-atoll-belizes-best-scuba-diving-resort-turneffe-flats-belize

The Fine Print…

Please see the Terms & Conditions page for a listing of our travel policies. All prices are subject to change until booked and ticketed. All moneys are due in full on deposit even if not paid in full and some penalties may ably for cancellations based on the operators policies and group penalties.  As with most small island properties and vessels, cancellations are more of an issue so they have limited ability to fill unused spaces.  We highly recommend trip insurance to help avoid any unnecessary problems.  No refunds for missed flights or changes in plans. Trip insurance and diving insurance can be found at http://oceanicventures.com/travel-insurance/.  Both Dive Assure/DAN and Travel Guard have a family plan.  Diving Accident and Medical Insurance is required. Vessel and OVI travel releases are required.  Please plan to bring a copy of your logbook, c-card, and diving insurance.  

Passport must have a minimum of 6 months validity prior to passport expiration.  No refunds for missed flights or boats.

Note: All guests spaces are reserved upon deposit.  But unless a minimum number of guest sign up for the trip by the deadline dates, an Oceanic Ventures trip leader will not be attending.