Belize or Cozumel?

[peter33]

Hi All,

We're planning a trip to the Yucatan this November/December, with some diving included. Need some advice: should we go to Cozumel, or Caye Caulker is better for diving? We're experienced divers, and I really liked pictures and stuff about the Blue Hole. Is Caye Caulker really as laid back as they say?
Would appreciate any comments, thanks.

Peter

 

[rexman24]

If you want to do anything above water I would go with Belize, the diving is pretty close either way.

 

[sctom]

I've been to both numerous times and it's hard to choose one over the other. But if I had to pick I would say Cozumel first, then Belize. Caye Caulker is as layed back as they say. The Blue Hole is an interesting dive, it's deep, dark and if not for the sharks kind of boring.

 

[NAIBdiver1]

Been to both a number of times and liked both very much. In Belize though, we add a few extra days and go exploring. We staid at a B&B in Belize City and rented a 4X4 pickup and drove to the Belize Zoo - very much worth seeing. Also drove around the country an explored Mayan Ruins - lots of fun.

I agree with the above writer - I wouldn't base my trip on just the Blue Hole. Nice to have done it - but not a biggy.

 

[peter33]

Thanks, Guys,
you've been very helpful. We'll probably stick to Caye Caulker, and not so much to Blue Hole. Any more suggestions will be very welcome.
Peter

 

[dashark]

If you can get on a boat to the Turneffe elbow while you are in Caye Caulker, it is well worth the long boat ride.