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Overnight Diving Adventure Tour

3 Days & 2 Nights

9 dives at Turneffe & Lighthouse Reef Atoll.



Famous Blue Hole Diving

Diving & Snorkeling Adventures

Enjoy a Full-Day diving or Snorkeling Tour at Lighthouse Atoll.



Certified Instructors and Dive Masters

PADI Certified

Safety is our top priority, we hire PADI certified & licensed BTB tour guides only.



The best dive boats on Caye Caulker

From 45' to 35' Vessels

We service our dive boats regularly to assure top running performance.



Localy Owned and Operated

Caye Caulker Owners

Frenchie and Dominik were born on Caye Caulker.

Frenchies Diving Services

The pristine dive sites we visit











Come dive or snorkel with us.

Blue Hole Tour

Dive into one of the world’s most iconic underwater sites, starting with the Great Blue Hole! This massive sinkhole is over 300 meters wide and 125 meters deep, offering a truly unique diving experience. You might spot reef sharks, giant groupers, and colorful fish, but the main attraction is the stunning geological formations that make this dive bucket-list worthy. The excitement doesn’t end there!

At Half-Moon Wall and the Long Caye Aquarium, every dive feels like stepping into a living aquarium. The reef itself is breathtaking—massive brain corals, delicate sea fans, and colorful staghorn and elkhorn corals form intricate structures that shelter countless marine species, including schools of snapper, angelfish, parrotfish, grunts, and barracuda. Be on the lookout for the Caribbean reef sharks cruising by. The eagle rays gliding gracefully, and sea turtles feeding along the reef. With so much life in motion, these sites easily become a favourite for many divers.

This excursion also includes a stop at the stunning Half Moon Caye. We start bright and early at 5:30 AM — yes, it’s an early start, but it’s worth it! We start at 5:30 AM: Meet at the dive shop, where a light breakfast will be provided. At 6:00 AM: Depart for the Great Blue Hole, a scenic 2-hour boat ride from Caye Caulker.

The first dive stop is the famous Great Belize Blue Hole with depth requirements.

  • Depth: Open water divers: 20 meters.
  • Depth: Advanced + divers: 40 meters.
  • Total dive time is: 25-30 minutes.
  • Half Moon Wall is an unforgettable dive. Abondant marine life, including gray caribbean reef sharks, eagle ray, grouper and green turtles to name a few.

  • Depth: All certified divers: 18 meters.
  • Total dive time is: 45 minutes.
  • Enjoy a traditional Belizean lunch featuring rice and beans with stew chicken. Afterward, stroll along the island’s scenic trail to the bird sanctuary, where you’ll have the opportunity to observe red-footed booby birds and majestic frigatebirds in their natural habitat.

  • Time: 40 minutes.
  • Long Caye Aquarium is an iconic wall dive with numerous marine life and amazing corals and giant sponges. After the dive we start to make our way back to Caye Caulker.

  • Depth: All certified divers: 15 meters.
  • Total dive time is: 45-50 minutes.
  • The weather is a vital component to the trip's success however it is almost impossible to be 100% accurate about the weather. For a trip to be confirmed we need to have a forecast that can allow all passengers comfort and safety.

    Determining an accurate weather forecast will be done the evening before the trip. We reserve the right to postpone or cancel a trip if this information leads us to believe that the trip's success will be compromised due to the weather.

    Diving: $335 USD/per person.
    Includes $40 Park Fee and lunch.

    Snorkeling: $190 USD/per person.
    Includes $40 Park Fee and lunch.







    Come dive & snorkel with us on our

    Turneffe North Diving and Snorkeling Tour

    Dive into the vibrant reefs of Turneffe North, one of Belize’s most diverse and exciting dive destinations! Calm waters and excellent visibility make this area ideal for both first-time divers and seasoned adventurers. Here, coral walls, patch reefs, and shallow lagoons teem with marine life at every turn.

    Keep an eye out for hawksbill and green sea turtles, eagle rays gliding gracefully overhead, and schools of colorful reef fish weaving through the corals. Together, these sites provide a diverse and unforgettable experience, showcasing the best of Turneffe North’s marine life and coral beauty. This dive tour starts at 7:00 at the dive shop.

    Starting off at the black coral wall, this stunning site features a dramatic wall covered in black coral trees and vibrant sponges. It’s home to reef sharks, turtles, and schools of tropical fish, making it a favorite for both photographers and drift diving enthusiasts.

  • Depth: All certified divers: 21-24 meters.
  • Dive Time: 45 Minutes.
  • Mini Elbow offers dramatic underwater landscapes reminiscent of its larger namesake. Towering brain corals and staghorn clusters create perfect hiding spots for schools of fish, while eagle rays and rays may glide elegantly through the deeper channels.

  • Depth: All certified divers: 18 meters.
  • Dive Time: 45 Minutes.
  • And finally, Sandy Lane; drift over vibrant coral gardens where schools of parrotfish, grunts, and snapper weave through intricate coral formations. Look closely and you may spot reef sharks patrolling the deeper channels, or a playful sea turtle gliding gracefully by.

  • Depth: All certified divers: 15 meters.
  • Dive Time: 40-50 Minutes.
  • The weather is a vital component to the trip's success however it is almost impossible to be 100% accurate about the weather. For a trip to be confirmed we need to have a forecast that can allow all passengers comfort and safety.

    Determining an accurate weather forecast will be done the evening before the trip. We reserve the right to postpone or cancel a trip if this information leads us to believe that the trip's success will be compromised due to the weather.

    Diving: $245 USD/per person. Includes $20 USD Park Fee.
    Snorkeling: $125 USD/per person. Includes $20 USD Park Fee.





    See the beautiful atoll reef on our

    Turneffe Elbow Tour

    The Elbow is known for it's strong currents and excellent visibility, this site offers an exciting drift dive filled with pelagic action. Schools of snappers, jacks, barracudas, and eagle rays are often seen cruising along the wall, and lucky divers might even spot reef sharks or dolphins passing by.

  • Depth: All certified divers: 21-24 meters.
  • Dive Time: 45 Minutes.
  • Front Porch is a favorite for its gentle slopes and shallow reefs, ideal for observing smaller reef inhabitants up close. Here, delicate sea fans sway in the current while lobsters, moray eels, and colorful nudibranchs make their homes among the corals.

  • Depth: All certified divers: 18 meters.
  • Dive Time: 45 Minutes.
  • Lunch is served on the boat. Plenty of food and beverages are provided. Here we take 1 hour and a half surface interval.

    Myrtle’s Wall is a beautiful, calm dive site featuring an impressive coral ridge that drops into the deep blue. It’s an excellent spot for spotting turtles, groupers, and macro life hiding among the coral heads. This site provides a more relaxed finish to the day’s dives at Turneffe.

  • Depth: All certified divers: 15 meters.
  • Dive Time: 40-50 Minutes.
  • The weather is a vital component to the trip's success however it is almost impossible to be 100% accurate about the weather. For a trip to be confirmed we need to have a forecast that can allow all passengers comfort and safety.

    Determining an accurate weather forecast will be done the evening before the trip. We reserve the right to postpone or cancel a trip if this information leads us to believe that the trip's success will be compromised due to the weather.

    Diving: $285 USD/per person. Includes $20 USD Park Fee.







    Come see reef sharks on our

    Esmeralda Diving Tour

    Located just in front of Ambergris Caye, this two-tank trip features two of the area’s most popular dive sites. This trip offers a perfect mix of excitement and easy diving, great for all experience levels and ideal for underwater photographers. This trip meets at the dive shop at 8:00 am.

    At Esmeralda, you’ll explore beautiful coral canyons and swim-throughs teeming with marine life — nurse sharks, groupers, turtles, and schools of snappers are regular visitors.

  • Depth: All certified divers: 21 meters.
  • Dive Time: 45 Minutes.
  • At Tackle Box, you’ll continue the adventure through a maze of tunnels and coral formations, where you might encounter reef sharks, moray eels, colorful reef fish, and even a passing eagle ray or turtle.

  • Depth: All certified divers: 18 meters.
  • Dive Time: 45 Minutes.
  • The weather is a vital component to the trip's success however it is almost impossible to be 100% accurate about the weather. For a trip to be confirmed we need to have a forecast that can allow all passengers comfort and safety.

    Determining an accurate weather forecast will be done the evening before the trip. We reserve the right to postpone or cancel a trip if this information leads us to believe that the trip's success will be compromised due to the weather.

    Diving: $160 USD/per person. No park fee.







    Join us on southern reef tour

    Spanish Bay Tour

    A beautiful dive site with calm waters and vibrant coral formations, perfect for a relaxed dive or snorkel. The reef is alive with tropical fish, sea fans, and colorful sponges — and you might even spot turtles or eagle rays gliding by. An easy-going dive that beautifully showcases Belize’s underwater world. This tour meets at the dive shop at 9:00am.

    Starting off at Ski Slope, this dive is perfect for all levels, Ski Slope features a gently sloping reef full of colorful corals and bustling marine life. Explore the nooks and crannies to spot lobsters, crabs, and schools of tropical fish as you drift along this scenic dive.

  • Depth: All certified divers: 21 meters.
  • Dive Time: 45 Minutes.
  • Then enjoy the vibrant and playful dive site, Gallows Point is famous for its coral gardens and abundant reef life. Keep your eyes open for turtles, rays, and schools of tropical fish as you enjoy this lively underwater playground.

    The weather is a vital component to the trip's success however it is almost impossible to be 100% accurate about the weather. For a trip to be confirmed we need to have a forecast that can allow all passengers comfort and safety.

    Determining an accurate weather forecast will be done the evening before the trip. We reserve the right to postpone or cancel a trip if this information leads us to believe that the trip's success will be compromised due to the weather.

    Diving: $170 USD/per person.











    Come experience a diving adventure

    3 Day Overnight Camping & Diving Tour

    An unforgettable 3-day diving adventure to the Lighthouse Reef and Turneffe Atoll.

    Join Captain Frenchie and his crew for an unforgettable overnight camping adventure to some of Belize’s most iconic dive sites, including the world-famous Great Blue Hole, Lighthouse Reef Atoll, and Turneffe Atoll.

    We depart early from Caye Caulker and begin the trip with a dive at Turneffe Atoll before continuing to Lighthouse Reef and the legendary Great Blue Hole. We typically arrive after most of the other dive boats have departed, allowing our divers to enjoy the site in calmer conditions.

    During the trip, divers will complete a total of 9 dives across Lighthouse Reef Atoll and Turneffe Atoll, including dives around Half Moon Caye and Long Caye, known for their vibrant coral formations and abundant marine life.

    Guests camp for two nights on the beautiful Half Moon Caye, where our crew prepares BBQ dinners on the beach while everyone enjoys stunning sunsets and star-filled nights.

    Each morning begins with breakfast before heading out for more incredible dives. On the final day, we make our way back toward Caye Caulker with additional dives before enjoying lunch on board during the return trip.

    Please note that the itinerary may change depending on weather and sea conditions.

    Half Moon Caye is a small, beautiful island and protected natural monument that is home to the only Red-footed Booby breeding colony in Belize. These birds nest alongside their neighbours, the Magnificent Frigate birds, creating an incredible wildlife viewing experience. The colony can be observed from an elevated platform located in the littoral forest on the western side of the island.

    Large schools of fish, Hawksbill and Loggerhead turtles, Eagle rays, Tarpon, Moray eels, Lobsters, Crabs, Nurse sharks, Southern stingrays, Squid, French angelfish, Spotted drums, Pederson and Cleaner shrimps, Arrow and Channel crabs.

    Possible sightings: Manta rays, Reef sharks, Hammerhead sharks, Bottlenose dolphins, and Nudibranchs.

      Number of dives: 9
      Maximum depth: 135 ft / 40 m (Blue Hole dive)
      Experience level: Open Water and Advanced divers (Blue Hole dive requires divers to be 18 years or older)
      Boat: Lady Victoria – equipped with a marine head (bathroom), shaded seating, and freshwater rinse
      Departure: 6:00 AM
      Return: Approximately 3:00 PM on the final day
      Distance: Approximately 1.5–2 hours to Lighthouse Reef Atoll

    Please note that the menu is fairly fish oriented however each evening meal we will add a chicken dish along with salad or veggie dishes and rice and beans or potatoes. All dietary requirements can be fulfilled as long as they are communicated to us in advance of the journey - nothing is too complicated! For those who have strong allergies to peanuts (there will be none on this trip) and for those with shellfish allergies, we are experienced in ensuring that the food preparation is perfectly safe for all guests.

    Throughout the day and night there will be water at all times - guests will be encouraged to drink water to avoid dehydration. Along with water we have juice and sodas.

    The weather is a vital component to the trip's success however it is almost impossible to be 100% accurate about the weather. For a trip to be confirmed we need to have a forecast that can allow all passengers comfort and safety.

    Determining an accurate weather forecast will be done the evening before the trip. We reserve the right to postpone or cancel a trip if this information leads us to believe that the trip's success will be compromised due to the weather.

    Diving: $1,650 USD/per person.
    Includes $80 Park Fee.







    Join us on local reef tour

    Local Reef Diving Tour

    Perfect for both beginner and certified divers, our local reef dives offer relaxed, colorful, and incredibly diverse underwater experiences just minutes from Caye Caulker. These sites feature shallow depths, minimal currents, and excellent visibility, making them ideal for training dives, refreshers, or easy-going fun dives. This dive tour meets at the dive shop at 9:00am.

    Expect vibrant coral gardens filled with brain corals, sea fans, sponges, and soft corals, providing shelter for a wide variety of marine life. Common sightings include angelfish, parrotfish, butterflyfish, moray eels, stingrays, nurse sharks, and sea turtles, along with large schools of reef fish moving through the coral.

  • Depth: All certified divers: 21 meters.
  • Dive Time: 45 Minutes.
  • Local reef dives are typically slower-paced and longer, allowing plenty of time to practice buoyancy, explore reef details, and enjoy Belize’s rich marine biodiversity at a comfortable depth. Whether it’s your first ocean dive or a relaxing day underwater, these dives showcase why Belize’s barrier reef is among the best in the Caribbean.

  • Depth: All certified divers: 18 meters.
  • Dive Time: 45 Minutes.
  • The weather is a vital component to the trip's success however it is almost impossible to be 100% accurate about the weather. For a trip to be confirmed we need to have a forecast that can allow all passengers comfort and safety.

    Determining an accurate weather forecast will be done the evening before the trip. We reserve the right to postpone or cancel a trip if this information leads us to believe that the trip's success will be compromised due to the weather.

    Diving: $130 USD/per person.
    Includes $10 Park Fee.







    Come see the night shift on our

    Night Diving Tour

    An unforgettable experience for certified divers, our night dive offers a completely different perspective of the reef as it transforms after sunset. Conducted within the protected waters of the Caye Caulker Marine Reserve, this dive is calm, shallow, and ideal for divers looking to explore the reef in a peaceful and surreal nighttime setting.

    As darkness falls, the reef comes alive with nocturnal marine life rarely seen during the day. Using your dive light, you’ll discover creatures such as lobsters, crabs, octopus, sleeping parrotfish tucked into coral, hunting moray eels, and bioluminescent plankton that sparkle with movement. The atmosphere is tranquil, mysterious, and truly magical.

    This dive is slow-paced and carefully guided, allowing you to focus on buoyancy, night navigation skills, and observing the reef’s nighttime behavior up close.

      Dive site: Caye Caulker Marine Reserve
      Dive time: 50 minutes
      Depth: 10 meters
      Number of dives: 1

    The weather is a vital component to the trip's success however it is almost impossible to be 100% accurate about the weather. For a trip to be confirmed we need to have a forecast that can allow all passengers comfort and safety.

    Determining an accurate weather forecast will be done the evening before the trip. We reserve the right to postpone or cancel a trip if this information leads us to believe that the trip's success will be compromised due to the weather.

    Diving: $95 USD/per person.
    Includes $10 Park Fee.

    Start Your Underwater Journey with Frenchie’s Diving!

    Diving Courses We Offer

    Take the plunge and start your scuba journey in paradise. In just two days, you can become a certified PADI Open Water diver. Learn in the calm, crystal-clear waters of the Caye Caulker Marine Reserve with experienced instructors who guide you step by step at a relaxed, comfortable pace.




    Learn to scuba dive with us.

    PADI Full Open Water Course

    The PADI Full Open Water Course is perfect for beginners—no prior diving experience is required, just a sense of adventure and a love for the ocean. This internationally recognized certification allows you to dive anywhere in the world, within your training limits.

  • Duration: 2-3 days (weather dependant)
  • Schedule: 8am-12:30pm


  • Includes:
  • Digital manual (E learning): Knowledge reviews, quizzes, and the final exam
  • Rental of dive gear and equipment, tax & park fee
  • 5 Certification dives
  • Certification E-card
  • Your learning begins before you even get in the water. The PADI digital manual is provided online, giving you the freedom to complete the theory portion at your own pace, wherever you are. Through engaging videos, knowledge reviews, quizzes, and a final exam, you’ll build a solid understanding of scuba diving fundamentals.

    Note: A non-refundable deposit of $80 USD is required to receive the PADI E-learning manual. This payment goes directly to PADI through us. If for any reason you don’t complete your training dives with us, the E-learning remains valid and can be used to complete your Open Water at another PADI dive center.

    You’ll complete five training dives in the warm, clear waters of the Caye Caulker Marine Reserve. Classes run from 8:00 AM – 12;30 PM and are typically completed in two days. Three days if weather or other conditions require.

    Your adventure begins with a relaxed introduction to scuba diving in shallow, calm water. You’ll start with your confined water training, where your instructor will guide you through essential scuba skills step by step, helping you build comfort and confidence underwater at your own pace.

    Once you’re feeling comfortable, you’ll head out for two open water dives in the Caye Caulker Marine Reserve. These shallow dives allow you to practice your new skills while enjoying your first real reef experience, surrounded by colorful fish and vibrant coral.

    Day two is all about refining your skills and enjoying the experience. You’ll complete your final two open water dives, exploring a bit deeper while gaining confidence, control, and buoyancy. By now, everything starts to click, and you can truly relax and enjoy the underwater world.

    After your dives, your instructor will show you how to log your dives using the PADI App, so you can keep track of your underwater adventures and carry your dive history with you wherever your travels take you next.

    Once you’ve completed your e-learning and all training dives, you’ll officially become a PADI Open Water diver. Your digital PADI E-Card is issued within 24 hours, giving you worldwide recognition and the ability to dive across the globe within your certification limits. It’s more than just a card; it’s your passport to underwater adventures that will last a lifetime.

    $480 USD/per person.
    Includes $20 Park Fee.

    Divers 10-14 years of age are classified as Junior Open Water Divers. The course and requirements are the same, except for: 10- and 11-year old divers will dive to a maximum of 40ft/12m; and for any diver under the age of 12, Frenchie’s requires a parent to dive with the student. Once certified, the Junior Diver receives a Junior Open Water certification card that may be upgraded to an Open Water Diver card when the diver turns 15 (this does not require any additional course work; the student must arrange for an instructor to resubmit the application form). A certified Junior Open Water Diver must be accompanied by a parent, guardian or PADI professional.

    $440 USD/per person.
    Includes $20 Park Fee.





    Learn to scuba dive with us.

    PADI Open Water Training Dives Only Course

    Purchased your PADI e-learning already? Perfect -you’re one step ahead! This package is designed for students who have completed their theory elsewhere and are ready to finish their Open Water training dives in the calm, clear waters of the Caye Caulker Marine Reserve.

    Training runs from 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM and is typically completed over two days. Three days if weather or conditions require.

    You’ll begin with a quick review of key skills before entering shallow, calm water to complete your confined water session, ensuring you’re comfortable and confident before moving on. Once ready, you’ll complete two open water dives, practicing your skills while exploring the reef.

    On your second day, you’ll complete your final two open water dives, focusing on buoyancy, control, and confidence while enjoying the marine life of the reserve. After your dives, your instructor will help you log your dives in the PADI App, keeping your certification journey organized and ready for completion.

    Once all training dives are completed and verified, your instructor will submit your paperwork so you can receive your PADI Open Water certification, officially recognizing you as a certified diver worldwide.

    $400 USD/per person.
    Includes $20 Park Fee.




    Need to finish your open water course?

    PADI Open Water Referral Course

    Already started your Open Water certification elsewhere? Awesome! Let us help you complete your certification in the calm, crystal-clear waters of the Caye Caulker Marine Reserve. This package is perfect for divers who are already partway through their course and just need a few training dives to finish their Open Water certification.

  • 4 Open water dives (2 days): $360
  • 3 Open water dives (1 day): $280
  • 2 open water dives (1 day): $220
  • Training is typically held from 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM and can usually be completed in 1–2 days, depending on the number of dives you need.

    All referral divers must provide a copy of their completed PADI e-learning manual, and a referral form signed by their previous instructor before their first dive.

    Once all required dives are completed and verified, your instructor will submit your paperwork so you can receive your PADI Open Water certification. You’ll be recognized worldwide as a certified diver, ready to explore oceans anywhere. Your digital PADI E Card is issued within 24 hours, giving you instant proof of certification.

  • 4 Open water dives (2 days): $360
  • 3 Open water dives (1 day): $280
  • 2 open water dives (1 day): $220



  • Gain confidence and update your dive skills

    PADI Open Water Refresher Course

    If you haven't dove in two years this course is for you. PADI Refresher Course is designer to go over your dive skills and build your confidence again. It also allows you to do other dive site we offer.

    Training is typically held from 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM and can usually be completed in 1 day. This course consists of one training dive and one fun dive.

    This course is required if you haven't dove in two years. Once completed you can do other dive sites we offer.

    The Refresher Course is $180 USD/per person.
    Includes $20 Park Fee.





    New to Scuba Diving? Try a few fun dives with our

    PADI Discover Scuba Diving Course

    This course was created to introduce you to scuba diving... Come and join us on this learn to dive experience! Getting up close and personal to visit marine life in their own habitat. We meet at 8:30am at the dive shop and begin with some paperwork, if there are any recent surgeries ( within 5 years) / health conditions ( asthma, lung/ chest diseases, high blood pressure, heart conditions, ear diseases), please kindly get a doctor’s note prior to coming. You can let us know via email, and we are more than happy to send you a PDF file of the medical assessment, and you can have your family doctor sign it off for you. This try dive experience consists of 2 tanks, and we will be diving at the Caye Caulker Marine Reserve, we will begin with some skills first on the first dive. Usually we are able to see lobsters, crabs, shrimps, plenty of parrot fish, conchs, and moray eels. Maximum depth in the Caye Caulker Marine Reserve will be 10m/ 30ft.

    $135 USD/per person.
    Includes $10 Park Fee.




    Advance your diving skills with our

    PADI Advanced Open Water Full Course

    Ready to take your scuba skills to the next level? Our Advanced Open Water Course helps you gain confidence, improve your skills, and explore deeper and more exciting dive sites in the clear waters of Caye Caulker. With small groups, experienced instructors, and hands-on training, you’ll expand your underwater adventures while having a safe and unforgettable experience. Participants must hold an Open Water certification to enroll in this course.

    Complete 2 mandatory training dives and 3 optional adventure dives -designed to challenge your skills, boost your confidence, and give you the foundation to safely explore more advanced dive sites.

  • Duration: 2-3 days (weather dependant)
  • Schedule: 8am-12:30pm
  • Includes:
  • Digital manual (E learning): Knowledge reviews
  • Rental of dive gear and equipment, tax & park fee
  • 5 Certification dives
  • Certification E-card
  • MANDATORRY TRAINING DIVES: Deep Dive: Learn to safely explore greater depths while practicing advanced techniques, including depth awareness, gas management, and controlled descents and ascents.

    Underwater Navigation Dive: Master compass navigation and natural navigation skills to confidently navigate dive sites, improve orientation, and return accurately to your starting point.

    Adventure Dives (Choose 3): Peak Performance Buoyancy (highly recommended by our instructors) Improve your buoyancy, trim, and air consumption while increasing comfort and control in the water.

    Boat Diving Learn proper boat diving procedures, including safe entries and exits, dive planning, and communication while diving from a vessel.

    Digital Underwater Imaging (if you have an underwater camera) Learn the basics of underwater photography, including camera handling, buoyancy control, and techniques to capture clear, vibrant images underwater.

    Drift Diving Learn how to safely dive in gentle currents while practicing proper positioning, communication, and controlled ascents.

    Fish Identification Discover how to identify common Caribbean reef fish and better understand their behaviours, making each dive more engaging and educational.

    Night Diving Experience the reef after dark while learning night diving procedures, communication techniques, and how marine life behaviour changes at night.

    Search & Recovery Learn effective search patterns and basic recovery techniques while practicing problem-solving and teamwork underwater.

    Underwater Naturalist Gain a deeper understanding of the marine environment by learning about local ecosystems, marine life interactions, and underwater conservation.

    The Advanced Open Water course is typically completed over 2 days, with classes normally running from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Each day includes 2–3 dives, with surface intervals and instructor briefings in between.

    Advanced divers must be Open Water Certified, and complete the deep dive and underwater navigation dive.

    Upon successfully completing the required training dives, you’ll receive your PADI Advanced Open Water Diver certification, allowing you to dive deeper and explore more advanced dive sites worldwide!

    Diving: $485 USD/per person.
    Includes $20 Park Fee.





    Just need to complete your training dives?

    PADI Advanced Open Water Training Dives Only Diving Course

    Already completed your PADI Advanced Open Water e-Learning? Great - you’re ready to move straight into the diving portion of the course.

    This option is ideal for certified Open Water Divers who have completed the knowledge development online and want to complete their Advanced Open Water training dives with us in the calm, clear waters of the Caye Caulker Marine Reserve.

    The training dives are typically completed over 2 days, with classes normally running from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Each day includes 2–3 dives, with surface intervals and instructor briefings in between.

    You’ll begin with a course briefing and review of key concepts before completing your first Advanced Open Water training dives. These dives focus on skill development, depth awareness, and navigation while exploring the reef within the marine reserve.

    On your second day, you’ll complete your remaining Advanced Open Water training dives, building confidence, buoyancy, and control while experiencing different dive specialties. After the dives, your instructor will assist you in logging your dives in the PADI App, keeping your training organized and ready for certification.

    Upon successfully completing the required training dives, you’ll receive your PADI Advanced Open Water Diver certification, allowing you to dive deeper and explore more advanced dive sites worldwide!

    $380 USD/per person.
    Includes $10 Park Fee.





    Choose your adventure with our

    PADI Adventure Diving Course

    The PADI Adventure Diver certification is perfect for divers who want to continue their training but are not ready to commit to the full Advanced Open Water course. This option allows you to complete three Adventure dives instead of the five required for the Advanced certification.

    Choose three specialty Adventure dives and complete the corresponding knowledge development chapters and knowledge reviews for each dive.

    Deep Adventure Dive Experience deeper diving while learning how to manage depth, gas consumption, and safety procedures under instructor supervision. This dive builds confidence and prepares you for more advanced depth profiles.

    Underwater Navigation Adventure Dive Improve your navigation skills using natural references and a compass. You’ll learn how to navigate accurately underwater and return confidently to your exit point.

    Underwater Naturalist Adventure Dive Learn how to observe and understand marine life behaviour and underwater ecosystems. This dive enhances awareness and appreciation of the reef environment.

    Drift Adventure Dive Experience effortless diving while drifting with the current. You’ll learn proper techniques for buoyancy control, positioning, and communication during a drift dive.

    Boat Adventure Dive Learn the procedures and techniques involved in diving from a boat, including entries, exits, and safety practices — perfect preparation for boat-based dive trips. Night Adventure Dive Discover the reef after dark and observe nocturnal marine life. This dive teaches night diving procedures, use of dive lights, and underwater communication at night.

    Upon successfully completing the required training dives, you’ll receive your PADI Advanced Open Water Diver certification, allowing you to dive deeper and explore more advanced dive sites worldwide!

    Training dives are typically completed in one day, with sessions running from 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM.

    $320 USD/per person.
    Includes $10 Park Fee.





    Explore the deep dive sites with our

    PADI Deep Diver Specialty Course

    The PADI Deep Diver Specialty is designed for certified divers who want to safely explore deeper dive sites while increasing confidence, awareness, and control at depth. Under the guidance of experienced instructors, you’ll learn how to manage gas consumption, buoyancy, and safety considerations while planning and executing deeper dives in a controlled environment. This specialty includes four open water dives, gradually increasing in depth to a maximum of 40 meters / 130 feet, depending on your certification level and experience. You’ll complete knowledge development related to deep diving theory, including dive planning, narcosis awareness, emergency procedures, and safety stops.

    The Deep Diver Specialty is typically completed over 2 days, with training sessions usually running from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The course includes 4 training dives, with surface intervals and instructor briefings between each dive.

    You’ll begin with a course orientation and knowledge review covering deep diving concepts such as gas management, narcosis awareness, depth limits, and safety procedures. You’ll then complete your first two deep training dives, where you’ll practice controlled descents, monitoring air consumption, and understanding how depth affects both your body and equipment.

    On your second day, you’ll complete your final two deep dives, gradually increasing depth under your instructor’s supervision. These dives focus on buoyancy control, safe ascent techniques, safety stops, and real-world deep dive planning, helping you build confidence and awareness at depth./p>

    Once all required dives and knowledge reviews are successfully completed, your instructor will submit your certification. You’ll then receive your PADI Deep Diver Specialty certification, qualifying you to dive to depths of up to 40 meters/130 feet and expanding your diving opportunities worldwide.

    $330 USD/per person.
    Includes $20 Park Fee.




    Save a Life!

    PADI Rescue Diving Course

    The PADI Rescue Diver Course is one of the most rewarding and challenging courses you can take as a diver. It focuses on preventing and managing dive emergencies, building confidence, awareness, and leadership skills both underwater and at the surface.

    Unlike the Open Water and Advanced courses, the Rescue course involves mostly surface-based skills, combined with realistic rescue scenarios that prepare you to assist panicked or unresponsive divers. You’ll learn and practice a variety of rescue techniques through small skill-based exercises. Once these skills are mastered, they are combined into full rescue scenarios, simulating real-life dive situations.

    A valid Emergency First Response (EFR) certification - or another qualifying First Aid & CPR certification completed within the last 24 months  is required to enroll in the Rescue Diver Course. If you don’t have one yet or need to renew it, you can complete the EFR course with us prior to or alongside your Rescue training.

    The Rescue Diver Course is typically completed over 2 days, with training sessions usually running from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Each day includes skill practice, scenario training, and instructor briefings, with time for review and feedback between exercises.

    You’ll begin with a course orientation and knowledge review covering accident prevention, recognizing diver stress, and emergency management. You’ll then practice essential rescue skills such as assisting tired divers, responding to panicked divers, and managing emergency situations at the surface and underwater.

    On the second day, you’ll continue building on your skills and complete realistic rescue scenarios that combine everything you’ve learned. These scenarios simulate real diving emergencies and help you develop problem-solving abilities, confidence, and leadership while working as part of a rescue team.

    Once all course requirements, skill assessments, and scenarios are successfully completed, your instructor will process your certification. You’ll then receive your PADI Rescue Diver certification, recognizing you as a highly capable and safety-focused diver prepared to prevent and respond to dive emergencies.

    Diving: $440 USD/per person.
    Includes $20 Park Fee.




    Help in an emergency!

    Emergency First Responder CPR Course

    The Emergency First Response course trains you to respond confidently in medical emergencies by teaching essential CPR and First Aid skills. This internationally recognized certification also fulfills the CPR/First Aid prerequisite required for the PADI Rescue Diver Course.

    Designed for both divers and non-divers, this course focuses on practical, real-world emergency care using easy-to-follow response steps. You’ll learn how to assess a scene, prioritize care, and provide assistance using the Primary Care (CPR) and Secondary Care (First Aid) systems. No prior experience is required, this program is specifically structured for beginners and anyone who wants to be prepared to help in an emergency.

    Throughout the session, you’ll practice hands-on skills such as CPR, rescue breathing, bandaging, and injury assessment, using realistic training scenarios and manikins. By the end of the course, you’ll feel confident managing an emergency situation until professional medical services arrive.

    The course is completed in one session (approximately 4 hours) and is typically conducted on the dock or in a classroom setting in a relaxed, supportive learning environment. Instructor demonstrations, guided practice, and scenario training are included.

    Maximum 6 students per instructor (usually fewer) to ensure personalized attention and hands-on practice.

    Upon successful completion, you’ll receive your Emergency First Response certification card, which qualifies you for programs such as the PADI Rescue Diver course and demonstrates your ability to provide CPR and First Aid in emergency situations.

    $75 USD/per person.




    Become a professional!

    PADI Dive Master Course

    Frenchies Diving Services offers PADI Dive Master course to allow to advance your diving abilities. This course is a professional dive certification allows you to lead scuba dives, conduct Discover Scuba Diving Courses and Refresher Courses, under direct, in-water supervision of a certified PADI Instructor.

    To qualify for the PADI Dive Master Course you need to have 60 logged dives and up to Rescue Diver certification. A PADI Dive Master Crew Pack from PADI website is also required.

    The PADI Dive Master Course can take many months, involving both classroom and training dives. Please check in with the dive shop office to inquire about the Dive Master Course.

    Once all course requirements, skill assessments, and scenarios are successfully completed, your instructor will process your certification. You’ll then receive your PADI Dive Master certification, recognizing you as a highly capable and safety-focused diver prepared to prevent and respond to dive emergencies.

    Diving: $1,650 USD/per person. Not including PADI Dive Master Crew Pack.

    About Frenchies Diving Services

    Celebrating 40 Years of Diving Excellence!

    About Us

    Founded in 1986 by Efrain and Gertraud Novelo, Frenchie’s Diving has grown from a lifelong passion into a thriving family legacy. Today, the dive shop is proudly run by Dominik Novelo, a true underwater pioneer, who has carried the tradition forward for over 10 years. Under his leadership, the dive shop continues to earn the trust and loyalty of many divers from around the world.



    Our Registered Dive Boats

    Fleet of Dive Vessels

    Please note that the vessel for each trip is selected based on the number of divers and snorkelers joining the tour.

    Mr. French is our 55ft vessel and can accommodate larger groups of divers and snorkelers. Perfect for the longer trips to the outer reefs and Atolls.

    Seaweed is our 45ft vessel, one of the most used dive boats for longer trips it accommodates 12 divers.

    Getting certified with us? Reef Shark 1 may be your ride out to your "classroom" - the Caye Caulker Marine Reserve. Our 28ft vessel, is mostly used for PADI course students.

    Our 29ft vessel for shorter boat rides, to the Caye Caulker Marine Reserve for PADI course students.

    Our 38ft vessel is used for when we have a small group of divers who would like to go to lighthouse reef or Turneffe Atoll. It is Comfy and perfect for smaller groups.

    Lady Victoria is a 60ft custom built, Bertram vessel, equipped with tank compressor, fishing equipment, a marine head (bathroom) and freshwater rinse.  This boat is the largest of the fleet and is used only for the 3 day, overnight diving tours. She also has shower facilities, not to mention huge shaded sitting areas.






    Our Staff, Dive Masters & Padi Instructors

    Meet Our Team

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