You’ll stay in a basic guesthouse that has a hostel-feel in an unparalleled location. Some rooms have their own bathroom, while others share and while there is no hot water, every room comes with beautiful views of the ocean, the sound of lapping waves and fans for when the sea breeze doesn’t cut it.

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Tom Owens Caye

You’ll stay in a basic guesthouse that has a hostel-feel in an unparalleled location. Some rooms have their own bathroom, while others share and while there is no hot water, every room comes with beautiful views of the ocean, the sound of lapping waves and  fans for when the sea breeze doesn’t cut it.


All you need is a moderate level of fitness, a love for marine wildlife and a good attitude!

The food is one of the best parts of the trip thanks to the island’s incredible resident chef. All dietary requirements can be catered for, just give your hosts a heads up when booking so that they can prepare for your arrival.

You should fly into Placencia Airport (PLJ) on either a Saturday or Sunday. Please note that there are no direct flights between Placencia and the UK.
From Belize International Airport (BZE), fly down on a ‘hopper’ plane to Placencia with Tropic Air or Maya Island Air. The flight takes about 45 minutes and will range anywhere from $230-260 USD round-trip and is an exciting ride. Tropic Air and Maya Island Air provide 7-9 daily flights on the weekends to/from Belize International Airport and Placencia; the first flight staring at 7:00 am and the last flight around 5:00 pm.
Hop in a cab (10mins) from the airport to the Water Taxi Dock and your host will meet you there.
Due to the arrival and departure times, you should book accommodation on the mainland for the weekends on either end of the trip.
Your host will take you to the Water Taxi Dock between 11am-1pm on Friday to fly back to the mainland. You should schedule your departure out of Placencia, Belize, on either on a Saturday or Sunday. Book any connecting flight which suits you from Placencia to Belize International Airport.

Expert, English-speaking diving instructors

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Expert, English-speaking diving instructors

Make your way to the Hokey Pokey Water Taxi Dock in Placencia and then head over to Tom Owens Caye, a private island located in Belize’s Sapodilla Cayes Marine Reserve Park. Learn more about the vital conservation work that you’ll be a part of in and then fill up the day kayaking, snorkelling, stand up paddle boarding, fishing or playing volleyball and badminton on the beach.

The Island

Day 1

Become part of an ongoing marine survey (more than just identifying fish) and learn about the unique local ecology around you. After a hard days diving, unwind in a hammock, listen to the sound of the waves and tuck into some freshly caught food.

Surveys and BBQ’s

Days 2

Spend the day investigating all things coral. Once you’re below the surface, you’ll help identify any occurrence of coral reef bleaching – a huge threat to this protected biosphere and lend a hand with the lobster and Queen Conch surveys. Back on dry land, channel your inner cast-away with some more hammock time and then sit down for another delicious meal by the water.

Coral and invertebrate conservation

Day 3

Broaden your survey-scope to include all the sea’s critters that call the reef home. You’ll also participate in a reef survey, including whale shark monitoring, bio-diversity dives and reef health investigation. Relax, unwind and enjoy your last night on the island.

Commercial Species Investigation

Day 4

Wake up early and catch a last dive before heading to the boat and back to Placencia. If you have time, explore some more of Belize or return to the airport in time for your flight home.

Final dive and then back to the mainland

Day 5

Make your way to the Hokey Pokey Water Taxi Dock in Placencia and then head over to Tom Owens Caye, a private island located in Belize’s Sapodilla Cayes Marine Reserve Park. Learn more about the vital conservation work that you’ll be a part of in and then fill up the day kayaking, snorkelling, stand up paddle boarding, fishing or playing volleyball and badminton on the beach.

Become part of an ongoing marine survey (more than just identifying fish) and learn about the unique local ecology around you. After a hard days diving, unwind in a hammock, listen to the sound of the waves and tuck into some freshly caught food.

Spend the day investigating all things coral. Once you’re below the surface, you’ll help identify any occurrence of coral reef bleaching – a huge threat to this protected biosphere and lend a hand with the lobster and Queen Conch surveys. Back on dry land, channel your inner cast-away with some more hammock time and then sit down for another delicious meal by the water. 

Broaden your survey-scope to include all the sea’s critters that call the reef home. You’ll also participate in a reef survey, including whale shark monitoring, bio-diversity dives and reef health investigation. Relax, unwind and enjoy your last night on the island.

Wake up early and catch a last dive before heading to the boat and back to Placencia. If you have time, explore some more of Belize or return to the airport in time for your flight home.


United States Dollar

Additional week

PADI Dive Master Certification (4 week minimum stay)

PADI Dive Master Certification

PADI Open Water Certification Course (3 days)

Underwater Photographer (2 days)

Emergency First Response (2 days)

Fish Identification (2 days)

Coral Reef Conservation (2 days)

Invasive Lionfish (2 days)

Deep Diver (3 days)

PADI Advanced Open Water Certification

PADI Rescue Diver Certification

Stay on a private island, discover the beauty of the Caribbean and help protect one of the world’s most important biospheres

Stay on a tranquil, private island in the heart of the Caribbean, just 1½ acres across and clock up a dozen dives in five days – including at least one night dive

Spear invasive lionfish, participate in essential marine conservation and support the work of a non-profit organisation that's committed to protecting the barrier reef

Featured in the best Citizen Science Holidays in the Metro

Stay on a tranquil, private island in the heart of the Caribbean, just 1½ acres across and clock up a dozen dives in five days – including at least one night dive



Spear invasive lionfish, participate in essential marine conservation and support the work of a non-profit organisation that's committed to protecting the barrier reef

Featured in the best Citizen Science Holidays in the Metro

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