Travel

Flight options

Flights to Belize are usually via the States, and often require a night en route in at least 1 direction. You must have a valid ESTA before travel or to transit through the USA. We are able to book most major airlines. If you have a specific airline you prefer to fly with, simply let us know in your booking request. A supplement may apply for regional departures. Times and any applicable supplements will be confirmed by your travel consultant before you finalise your holiday.  If you wish to make your own flight arrangements to Belize International, let us know and we can remove the cost of the international flights from your quote. We are unfortunately not able to redeem airmiles on your behalf. Please do not confirm any flight arrangements yourself before your holiday is confirmed by us.

Stopovers

As you are transiting through the States, we are able to arrange a stop over en route. The most popular options are Miami or New York

Arrange before you go

Visa requirements

UK passport holders are able to obtain a visa on entry to Belize. You must have a valid ESTA before travel or to transit through the USA. Do ensure your passport has 6 months validity from your return date. It is your responsibility to ensure your passport is valid and you fulfil entry requirements. Regulations can change: please review current FCO advice: click here

Insurance

Scuba Travel requires all of our customers to have diving insurance. Please make sure that you have appropriate cover for your diving activities. We also strongly recommend you have travel insurance. It's worth taking out travel insurance once you have paid your deposit to ensure you are covered for unforeseen events and cancellation. Find out more about our combined dive and travel policy click here

Immunisations

Please speak to your local GP or check out the latest NHS advice on travel immunisations: click here

Preparing to fly

Seating

You will be able to manage your booking online once you have been ticketed (after you have paid your holiday balance). Most airlines will now enable you to select your seating at this point. There may be a small charge for prebookable seating before online check in opens. Please speak to the airline for more information about charges.

Check in

As you are flying with a scheduled airline, you will be able to check in online with your airline. Please visit their website for more information about when online check in opens.

Lounge

An airport lounge is a great way to start your holiday or to while away flight connections in comfort. Scuba Travel works with Lounge Pass to offer a huge range of affordable airport lounges around the world. click here

Parking

Prebook your airport parking to save money! If you have a long way to travel, why not also look at booking an airport hotel. These aren't as expensive as you might think. click here

What happens when I arrive?

Belize Aggressor IV operates out of Belize City. Guests arriving at the international airport by a crew member in uniform who will have a Belize Aggressor IV sign. Our representative will be just outside at the international arrivals area. Baggage handlers may offer to help for a fee. It can take over an hour for everyone to clear customs. If you have any issues at all locating your rep, please contact us. We have an emergency contact, manned by a member of the team here in the UK. Please call 0044 7747 488 002. We will be able to help your rep locate you in the airport.

Transfers

There are two complimentary transfers provided by the Belize Aggressor IV from the airport to Belize City at approximate 12:00 and 16:30, which may vary based on the flight arrival times. Most flights arrive around the same time. G uests may have to wait up to one hour for the shuttle; however, they may wait in the airport lounge which has free wi-fi. If guests prefer not to wait, they may take a taxi for approximately $25 to the Radisson Fort George Hotel and wait until boarding time.

Departures

You will depart for the international Belize airport at approximately 8 a.m. If you are extending your stay in Belize other than staying at the Radisson Ft. George, taxis are available. The departure tax is US$37.50, which can be paid only in US dollars or with a credit/ debit card.

Info

Included in your holiday

7 nights on board on a full board basis (twin/double share cabin). 12lt tank, weights, Flights and Transfers included in the price. Soft drinks & Local beer and wine are complimentary whilst on board.

Excluded

Additional kit hire, nitrox, souvenirs and dinner on the last night is not included in your package but the crew will assist with reservations and recommendations. A fee of $95 for US port fees is payable at the end of your trip. Departure taxes are approx $40.

Tipping

Crew gratuities are not included in the charter. Aggressor believe gratuities should be voluntary and based upon the quality of service the crew has provided. When settling your account Friday morning, the Captain will have an envelope for gratuities that will be divided equally among the crew. Payment can be made by cash, traveler’s checks or credit card.

Currency

The Belizean Dollar is the currency of Belize, the yatch will accept US Dollars

Phone coverage

There is a satellite phone onboard; however, it does not have a recorder. Phone cards can be purchased onboard to make phone calls or send/receive e-mails.

Plugs and electricity

Electrical outlets onboard are standard US 110 volt.

Extras

Hire equipment

Several diving specialty courses are offered onboard including Nitrox, Advanced Open Water, UW Photography, Master Diver and more. Open Water Certification Courses & Check-Out Dives are offered as well.

Extras

A full line of Aqualung rental gear is available aboard including regulators, BCs, dive computers, and night lights. If any of your dive equipment fails while onboard, the crew will loan you equipment free of charge. There is an optional land tour in the Friday afternoon once you return to port.

Souvenirs

There is a mini-boutique onboard, which sells a selection of logo clothing including t-shirts, caps, CD’s and miscellaneous items. One day during the week, the crew will have a ‘boutique day’. The yachts accept cash, traveler’s checks, Visa, & MasterCard. Sorry, no personal checks or Discover cards. Many credit card companies are charging a conversion fee. If this happens to you, please contact your credit card company.

Nitrox/Gas

unlimited Nitrox is $100 per week or $150 for 10 nights

Payments

Deposits and Balances

A typical deposit for Belize Aggressor will be £1600. This will be due once your holiday has been confirmed. Your balance will then be due 90 days before travel.

Ways to pay

We charge 2% on credit card transactions but nothing on UK debit card payments. All non sterling card payments will be subject to the 2% surcharge. Alternatively, you are welcome to pay via bank transfer. Overseas transfers must add £6 to the sterling total to cover international handling fees. We are not able to accept PayPal transactions. 

Group Payments

If you have booked as part of a group, you can still call and pay directly without needing to go via your group leader. Please have your trip reference number to hand to help us locate your holiday as quickly as possible. You will receive a transaction receipt - your group leader will forward your ATOL certificate and booking confirmation