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Half Moon Wall

3.4 — based on 12 community signals
4.3 12 especies 38 colaboradores

Half Moon Wall is a year-round dive site off Half Moon Caye in Belize, protected within a natural monument and known for diverse marine life.

⭐ Best for beginners.

🐢 MPA · Half Moon Caye Natural Monumen… updated 4 months ago
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Actividad
dive
Dificultad
beginner
Mejores meses
Todo el año

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

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Viento
6 kn
Olas
0.62 m
Agua
30.2°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: E (19%)
Now: NE (51°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.23m

Próxima: Alta a las 03:00 (+0.24m)

+0.3 m+0.1 m
▲ 03:00 · +0.24m ▼ 10:00 · +0.08m ▲ 16:00 · +0.26m ▼ 22:00 · +0.12m Ahora +0.2m
Vie 18Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24
UV8.4 · very high Aire PM2.55 · good 05:38 17:49
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-18 8.4 0.7 8 2mm
09-19 8.7 0.72 8 8mm
09-20 13.5 0.66 9 16mm
09-21 8.8 0.68 9 12mm
09-22 9.3 0.7 7 7mm
09-23 7.2 0.64 7 8mm
09-24 14 0.8 3 12mm

About this spot

Half Moon Wall sits off Half Moon Caye in Belize, a dive destination protected as part of the Half Moon Caye Natural Monument. The site offers year-round diving opportunities in a marine protected area, meaning strict conservation rules apply and marine ecosystems stay intact. Divers exploring this wall encounter a healthy reef system with documented species observations from the local diving community. The protected status of Half Moon Caye Natural Monument ensures the wall remains in good condition. No coral bleaching stress has been recorded at this site, which indicates stable reef health. The combination of protection and natural resilience makes this a reliable choice for consistent conditions throughout the year. Three community videos document dives here, providing visual reference for what to expect underwater. With 12 species observations logged, the site supports varied marine life typical of Belizean walls. Access requires respecting monument regulations; check with local dive operators about current entry requirements and any permits needed before planning your trip.

Mejores meses

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Tipos de buceo

Pared

Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type A/B/G · 110V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 8277km · ~1904kg · €34

Desde tu país de salida

Estados Unidos
Puntuación de origen: 89/100
  • Visado: Sin visado · 90 días máx.
  • Vuelo: 12h · directo
  • Jet-lag: 1h este · 1 día de recuperación

Preguntas frecuentes

When is the best time to dive Half Moon Wall?

Half Moon Wall can be dived year-round. Belize's Caribbean waters remain diveable in all seasons, though some divers prefer the drier months (November–April) for the most stable conditions.

What depth and difficulty level is Half Moon Wall?

Specific depth and difficulty data are not documented for this site. Contact local dive operators in Belize for current information on wall depth, entry points, and recommended experience levels before booking.

What marine life will I see at Half Moon Wall?

Twelve species observations are recorded at this site, representing the reef fauna typical of Half Moon Caye's protected waters. Community videos provide visual confirmation of what divers encounter underwater.

Do I need permits to dive Half Moon Wall?

Half Moon Wall sits within the Half Moon Caye Natural Monument, a marine protected area with specific rules. You must dive with authorized operators and follow all monument regulations. Confirm current access requirements with local Belizean dive shops before your visit.

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

31 registros · 21 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Gorgonia ventalina

Anthozoa · Gorgoniidae
GBIF
Última observación:
12 mar 2026
×1registros

Panulirus argus

Malacostraca · Palinuridae
GBIF
Última observación:
6 feb 2026
×1registros

Tripneustes ventricosus

Echinoidea · Toxopneustidae
GBIF
Última observación:
6 feb 2026
×1registros

Diadema antillarum

Echinoidea · Diadematidae
GBIF
Última observación:
5 feb 2026
×3registros

Aliger gigas

Gastropoda · Strombidae
GBIF
Última observación:
5 feb 2026
×1registros

Callyspongia aculeata

Demospongiae · Callyspongiidae
GBIF
Última observación:
5 feb 2026
×1registros

Cassis tuberosa

Gastropoda · Cassidae
GBIF
Última observación:
5 feb 2026
×1registros

Millepora alcicornis

Hydrozoa · Milleporidae
GBIF
Última observación:
5 feb 2026
×1registros

Palythoa caribaeorum

Anthozoa · Sphenopidae
GBIF
Última observación:
5 feb 2026
×1registros

Plexaura homomalla

Anthozoa · Plexauridae
GBIF
Última observación:
5 feb 2026
×1registros

Pseudodiploria strigosa

Anthozoa · Faviidae
GBIF
Última observación:
5 feb 2026
×1registros

Ginglymostoma cirratum

Elasmobranchii · Ginglymostomatidae
GBIF
Última observación:
4 feb 2026
×5registros

Datos: 187.991 observaciones de OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) y GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Half moon wall - San Pedro, Belize

3fingersup Dive

Scuba diving Belize - Blue Hole and Half Moon Wall

Daniel Mewes

An Extraordinary Day at Half Moon Caye

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Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Apr (100/100) Worst: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (69/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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