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The Great Blue Hole Tour

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See the world famous Great Blue Hole the way it was meant to be seen … from the air … with the Blue Hole Tour from Tropic Air. Fly to Lighthouse Reef Atoll, and make several fly-bys of this natural wonder of the world. While en route, you will see the Belize Barrier Reef (the longest in the Western Hemisphere and a UNESCO World Heritage Site), and Turneffe Atoll. Be sure to keep watch on the water below for Manatees, Rays, Sharks, Dolphins, and other wildlife. So before you dive it, see it.

Tour (Scheduled)

Departs: San Pedro, Caye Caulker, Belize City Municipal Time:  1PM Tour time: 1 hour Days:  San Pedro (Sunday to Thursday)  Caye Caulker (Tuesdays, Thursdays, Sundays) Belize City Municipal (Tuesdays, Thursdays)

Passengers : 3 & 11 Seat aircraft available

Notes: All Passengers get a window seat.

Tour (Private)

Departs: All Stations Times: 10am to 2pm suggested for best viewing of the Blue Hole. Tour time: Depends on departure station Days: Daily Passengers: 3 & 11 seat aircraft available Notes: Private Blue Hole charters can accommodate longer tour durations for more time to be spent at the Blue Hole taking photographs.

Tropic Air is a certified Tour Operator, licensed by the Belize Tourism Board. Pilots also have Tour Guide Licenses.

Please note: Blue Hole tours are weather dependent. Inclement weather conditions may necessitate a reschedule or in rare instances a cancellation and full refund.

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Experience Belize like never before on one of our adventure helicopter tours. Get a bird’s eye view of all our famous attractions with  Astrum Helicopters.  Choose to tour San Pedro Town by air or take a trip to the famous Great Blue Hole. The breathtaking views of the Mountain Pine Ridge and all its natural attractions are only a short flight away and can be combined with our “on the ground” Ambergris Caye excursions and adventures.

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Great Blue Hole & Barrier Reef

This once in a lifetime adventure will take you to see 2 of the 3 atolls in Belize, which are a part of the largest barrier reef system in the Western Hemisphere, stretching for more than 185 miles along the coast of Belize. Soaring within the Lighthouse Reef you will see the Great Blue Hole surrounded by hard corals that borders it with two small channels. As you go across this spectacular natural wonder, you will be dazzled by its impressive size and color.

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Astrum Helicopter offers  Helicopter Flight Transfers  to Grand Caribe where we have a private heliport and office. We offer three different routes from the airport to Grand Caribe, including a stunning trip that takes you over the magnificent Blue Hole.

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“Our trip today was incredible. The pilot was terrific, the views breathtaking. Very professional and 100% worth the money. Helicopter picked us up right at our hotel the Grand Caribe and returned us there. Full 90 minute tour. Just can’t praise it enough.”

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Experience the Great Blue Hole

Explore the most exhilarating and mysterious wonders that Belize has to offer by booking an aerial shore excursion with Maya Island Air. Experience the historic Bay of Belize City as you soar above rustic colonial homes of the Baymen and marvel at the jaw-dropping grandeur of the majestic Great Blue Hole.

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Our Blue Hole Tour has three options for departure:

Departure Time:  9:00am Days:  Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Friday

Departure Time: 8:45am Days:  Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Friday

Belize City

Departure Time: 8:30am Days:  Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Friday

Inside the largest living barrier reef in the world lies a staggering 400 foot drop into deep ocean. Absorb the stunning natural beauty of Belize’s great Blue Hole on a unique tour from above in one of several aircraft options. You’ll soak up aerial views of the Turneffe Atoll, the Great Barrier Reef and watch in awe as the turquoise sea turns a deep navy at the majestic Blue Hole.

Duration:  1 hour

Origin Points:  San Pedro, Belize City,  & Caye Caulker

Flight Schedule: Flight departs from Belize City at 10:00am, Caye Caulker at 10:15am, and San Pedro 10:30am on Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

Description:  The scenic tour encompasses views of the barrier reef, shark ray alley, Turneffe Atoll, ocean freighter wreck, lighthouse reef and 2 revolutions per port and starboard around the Blue Hole.

Max Capacity:  11 Pax

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TO BOOK any of our available excursions or for more details, contact [email protected]  or  501-223-1140 . 

In the event of inclement weather, flight may be subject to cancellation Cancellation must be made 24hrs of flight time  Changes require 24hrs notice with change fee Passenger can carry one small carry- on bag only  Non flash cameras are allowed  Non alcoholic drinks with lid is allowed 

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Aerial Blue Hole Tours

by Jeremy Meighan | Feb 15, 2023

See the world famous Great Blue Hole the way it was meant to be seen: from the air.

Fly to Lighthouse Reef Atoll, and make several fly-bys of this natural wonder of the world. While en route, you will see the Belize Barrier Reef (the longest in the Western Hemisphere and a UNESCO World Heritage Site), and Turneffe Atoll. Be sure to keep watch on the water below for Manatees, Rays, Sharks, Dolphins, and other wildlife. So before you dive it, see it.

Ask us about taking a plane or a helicopter ride to see this Belizean wonder!

What to bring:

Blue Hole by Plane

Experience the breathtaking Blue Hole from the comfort of a plane!

This tour offers a unique opportunity to witness this natural wonder from either a 3 or 11-seat plane, where every passenger has a window seat for uninterrupted views.

You’ll be amazed as you soar above the crystal-clear waters and vibrant coral reefs, capturing stunning photos along the way.

Blue Hole by Helicopter

Take your adventure to new heights with the luxurious Blue Hole helicopter tour!

Charter your own private helicopter for either 4 or 6 passengers, and embark on a VIP tour of the Great Blue Hole. A skilled pilot will be waiting to give you and your group the best seat in the house to witness the stunning natural beauty of Belize.

As you circle the reef, snap photos of the awe-inspiring scenery that you’ll never forget.

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 Great Blue Hole

Plane & Helicopter Great Blue Hole Tours In San Pedro, Belize

Experience the unparalleled beauty of the world-renowned Great Blue Hole in its truest form—from the air. Journey to Lighthouse Reef Atoll and indulge in multiple aerial views of this mesmerizing natural marvel. Along the way, get views of the Belize Barrier Reef, recognized as the longest in the Western Hemisphere and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Keep an eye on the waters below, as you may catch glimpses of Manatees, Rays, Sharks, Dolphins, and other captivating wildlife.

Blue Hole By Plane

Enjoy the breathtaking Blue Hole from the comfort of a plane! This tour offers a unique opportunity to witness this natural wonder from a 3- or 11-seat plane, where every passenger has a window seat for uninterrupted views. You’ll be amazed as you soar above the crystal-clear waters and vibrant coral reefs, capturing stunning photos along the way.

Blue Hole By Helicopter

Take your adventure to new heights with the luxurious Blue Hole helicopter tour! Charter your own private helicopter for 4 or 6 passengers and embark on a VIP tour of the Great Blue Hole. A skilled pilot will be waiting to give you and your group the best seat in the house to witness the stunning natural beauty of Belize. As you circle the reef, snap photos of the awe-inspiring scenery you’ll never forget.

What To Bring: 

• Reef safe sunscreen
• Cash for souvenirs

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Belize Blue Hole Tour – Flyover

Price varies by location - or group size max 11

Blue Hole tours are weather dependent

bottle water, cameras (no flash allowed)

Blue Hole Flyover Enquiry

The Great Blue Hole is a massive underwater sinkhole off the coast of Belize located about 60 miles away from Belize City. With an almost perfectly circular hole, The Great Blue Hole is about 125 meters deep and its diameter is about 300 meters wide. It is one of the most astonishing dive sites to be found anywhere on earth.

Just how do you see the Blue Hole when in Belize?

Fly over tour of belize great blue hole.

The Belize Blue Hole Tour is famous, Well, for the Great Blue Hole of course. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is located on Lighthouse Reef Atoll in Belize. See this astounding attraction the way it was meant to be seen… from the air. Tours of the Great Blue Hole last 1-hou r and Fly to Lighthouse Reef Atoll and make several fly-bys of this natural wonder of the world. While en route, you will see the Belize Barrier Reef (the longest in the Western Hemisphere), and Turneffe Atoll. Be sure to keep watch on the water below for Manatees, Rays, Sharks, Dolphins, and other wildlife.

The oceanic sinkhole can only be truly appreciated from overhead in an aeroplane.

Do’s and don’ts while on the Belize Blue hole tour Photography is allowed aboard the plane if you don’t use flash, alcohol is not permitted, and you won’t be able to send or receive texts or calls while in flight. This tour is a great opportunity to exist in the moment and take in all that it has to offer!

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About 43 miles off the coast of Belize, the Great Blue Hole is a giant marine sinkhole

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Great Blue Hole and Barrier Reef Helicopter Tour

Why take this tour?

Enjoy magnificent aerial views of the Great Blue Hole of Belize on a private helicopter tour. Your 80-minute scenic flight departs from our base in Belize City, you'll then wind across views of the spectacular Belize Barrier Reef System as well as the Turneffe Atoll island cluster and other natural wonders of the Caribbean. Followed by hovering above the world's largest ocean sinkhole, which boasts UNESCO World Heritage status.Once back on solid ground, enjoy a driving tour of Belize City attractions. Round-trip pickup included to your hotel or cruise ship terminal on board our air-conditioned Astrum Helicopters van.

What’s included?

Hotel/port pickup and drop-off (belize city), transport by air-conditioned minivan, bottled water, live commentary on board, headsets to hear the guide clearly, things to know, before you book.

Duration: 65-80 minutes

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We Specialize In Transfers To San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Placencia Or Any Destination In Belize. Our Custom Helicopter Adventures Can Take You To The Great Blue Hole, Turneffe Islands, Victoria Peak, 1000 Ft Falls, Altun Ha, Caracol, Lamanai Or Many Of The Other Destinations In Belize.

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