Dec 3, 2024
Awesome experience - Absolutely loved the tour. Alexa and Kyle made sure everyone felt safe and even took good care of my potential seasickness ☺️ our small group was lucky and saw pretty much everything there is to see (manatees, nurse sharks, plenty of fish, a turtle and also some rays).
Would definitely recommend doing the tour with them!
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Nov 4, 2024
Coming back for more! - My sister & I loved our day with Black Lion! From the start, our guide, Dylan,was personable & attentive. He ensured our questions, belongings & needs were met before heading out. He is a wealth of knowledge on the marine & bird life, & strove to give us a variety to see & maximum time to play in each stop. It was reassuring to catch him assessing weather and currents before picking his spots and releasing us into the water. Wonderful fresh snacks & lunch. We prefer the one on one style with some freedom to roam on our own a bit - & Black Lion is best for that with his eye on for safety. Can't wait to come back next year Dylan! Thank you!
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Oct 28, 2024
Excellent all-day snorkel trip - Had an excellent all-day adventure with Capt Kyle and his assistant Shay. We were able to enjoy five snorkel sites, starting with a warm-up at the Conch graveyard. From there we went to snorkel with the nurse sharks at shark ray alley and then to Hol Chan. Unfortunately, there was a breeze coming from the island and blowing some silt, so the view was a little murky unless you dove down about 2 feet below the surface, but our guide had an underwater camera and was able to take some nice pictures that he emailed to us. Since the view on the island side of the reef was a little murky, Capt Kyle solved the problem by taking us to the other side of the reef where the water was clear and the view was spectacular. Coming back from the reef we went looking for manatees and we were able to spot two and I was able to get in the water and snorkel right over one. We finished the trip by going to the tarpon feeding area and we were able to see rays and one sea horse in the water near the shore.
One thing to know is Black Lion Adventures is based in Caye Caulker, so if you are in San Pedro you will have to take a water taxi to and from the start. Also, they offer private trips. Since we were there in early October (typically the slow season), and no other bookings were guaranteed for that day, it was our only option. It turned out to be a great value as we had the boat and guide to just our party of two, and for a reasonable additional fee (about the price of a water taxi ticket) we were able to arrange pick up from San Pedro. Finally, the trip includes lunch and snacks (fresh fruit) to keep you charged up through the whole adventure.
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Aug 9, 2024
Excellent All-Day Snorkeling Adventure! - Dylan with Black Lion Adventures was amazing! Very chill & laid back tour guide. Stopped as several spots & allowed us to take all the time we wanted exploring the reef & taking in all the fish under the sea. Added bonus was the camera he brought to let you take pictures (and even taking some close-ups for you). Lunch was very tasty too! Zoe was very helpful coordinating our day out in the water too!
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Aug 7, 2024
Excellent All Day Snorkeling Excursion - Dylan with Black Lion Adventures was amazing! Very chill & laid back tour guide. Stopped as several spots & allowed us to take all the time we wanted exploring the reef & taking in all the fish under the sea. Added bonus was the camera he brought to let you take pictures (and even taking some close-ups for you). Lunch was very tasty too! Zoe was very helpful coordinating our day out in the water too!
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Aug 4, 2024
Fantastic Day - Dylan, the captain, provides personal attention and is extremely knowledgeable as well as friendly. He made us feel comfortable (even those of us with anxiety) and we had an awesome time swimming with the sharks and snorkeling. The snacks and lunch were also fantastic. I can’t say enough nice things about Dylan and our experience with him. You have to meet him and try this for yourself! You will not be disappointed, I promise!
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Jul 29, 2024
Absolutely awesome!! - We went snorkeling in so many places with Dylan!! It was so much fun, and we made so many memories that will last forever. Dylan was such a great guide and he joined in with us to have fun and make sure we had a great time!
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Jul 29, 2024
Boat tour with Dylan 7/24!! - My friends and I went on a tour with Dylan, it was awesome to snorkel and explore. He’s a great guy and we had an amazing time! It was my first time snorkeling but I learned quick and had so much fun!! Definitely the best thing to do on vacation here!
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Jul 11, 2024
Best private snorkeling tour Caye Caulker Belize - Dylan was a fantastic captain and guide. He picked us up at our airbnb on the opposite end of San Pedro. He took us to the reef to swim with sharks and then guided us on a snorkeling tour pointing out some many sea creatures. He also had an underwater camera which he took lots of pictures of our group and the under water sea life.
We then visited the island of Caye Caulker including split the split and Bliss Beach. Definitely one of our best adventures.
Dylan’s wife Zoe brought us lunch and communicated with us to book the tour. They make a great team.
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Jul 2, 2024
Best Caye Caulker water experience! - The best Caye Caulker water experience! We snorkeled, fished, and floated on Black Lion enjoying our favorite day on our whole trip. Captain Dylan is thoughtful and ensures a great day on the reefs, even providing a delicious boxed lunch to keep you energized. Zoe and Rudy are fun and make you feel welcome with an authentic experience—they’re locals and know everyone on the island!
5/5, I’ve joined them several times and will again on my next visit to Caye Caulker!
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