Why is the Blue Hole famous?

Why is Great Blue Hole so famous? It is a unique site off the coast of Belize, known as a wonder of the marine world. The submarine sinkhole covers 984 feet and has a depth of 124 feet. Recreational divers from all over the world visit the place to enjoy an unforgettable diving experience.



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Scientists believe the cave formed during the last Ice Age, which ended about 14,000 years ago. The cave flooded and collapsed as the Ice Age ended and sea levels began to rise, leaving behind the Blue Hole we see today. Researchers also predict it won't be around forever.

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You don't need to be a recreational diver to travel to the Great Blue Hole to take in all that it has to offer. The experience can be just as magical and unique. You can still swim in the beautiful calm blue water and appreciate how lucky you are to visit such an incredible destination.

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Believed to be the world's largest feature of its kind, the Great Blue Hole is part of the larger Belize Barrier Reef Reserve System, a World Heritage site of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).

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The world's biggest ocean sinkhole is a popular attraction for divers, but at over 400 feet deep, the bottom has remained a mystery. During their trip, the team conducted over 20 dives with the aim of creating a 3D sonar map.

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Definitely a bucket list trip! Hubby and I went at the end of July 2018 as part of a day trip from Turneffe atoll to the Blue Hole, Half Moon Caye, and aquarium. We enjoyed the snorkeling experience and saw neat coral and fish.

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