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The Great Blue Hole

A massive underwater sinkhole known for its deep blue waters, popular among divers for its crystal-clear visibility and rich marine life.

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The name is ominous to say the least, and a view from above will have you shuddering at the thought of what lies at the bottom. This absolutely giant marine sinkhole is 318 meters wide with a depth of 124 meters, with waters that transform from aqua to deep navy in the center. Sitting roughly 100 kilometers from the coast of Belize, it’s a super popular dive spot for those who aren’t afraid of taking a bit of a plunge into the ocean’s depths.

sarahlempa 3 years ago

As one of the largest marine sinkholes in the world, the "Great Blue Hole" stays true to its name. With iridescent shades of sapphire reflecting beneath the South American sunshine, and a vast coral reef circling, this mystical sinkhole is a popular destination for scuba divers.

seeker 3 years ago

As one of the largest marine sinkholes in the world, the "Great Blue Hole" stays true to its name. With iridescent shades of sapphire reflecting beneath the South American sunshine, and a vast coral reef circling, this mystical sinkhole is a popular destination for scuba divers.

seeker 3 years ago

The Great Blue Hole Guides

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The Great Blue Hole Articles

  • 9 Blue Places You Need to Add to Your Bucket List

    We promise you won’t get the blues from any of these blue places. But you will have to endure a few cheesy puns… sorry not sorry. Blue villages, blue caves, blue sinkholes that look like they’re straight out of the movie Jaws — our world is teeming with sapphire splendor, and the ocean is just […]

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