The team at Aggressor Adventures provides guests with the most up-to-date information regarding upcoming trips. Please check this page and the Know Before You Go document at the time of booking and in advance of your adventure to ensure you have everything you will need before you leave.
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Getting There, Passport & Visa Documentation:
Belize, Central America is located on the Yucatan Peninsula approximately 250 miles south of Cancun. It borders Mexico to the north, the Caribbean Sea to the east and Guatemala to the west and south.Getting to Placencia requires two-airport journey. Plan this when booking flights:
Step 1 - International Arrival: Belize City (BZE)
Most major airlines fly into Belize city's Philip S.W.. Goldson International Airport (BZE): American, Delta, United, Copa, and Southwest. Their are many direct flights from the US and several connecting flights from the UK and Canada.
Step 2 - Domestic Connection: Placencia (PLJ)
After clearing customs, and immigration at BZE, take the 45 minute domestic flight to Placencia Airport (PLJ).
Maya Island Air and Tropic Air run multiple flights daily from BZE International. Donwload the Know Before You Go for more details.
The Belize Immigration Department now requires guests to complete a digital form prior to travel. This form can be accessed and completed by clicking this link: Belize Travel Forms
Visitors must have a current passport, adequate funds to support themselves, and a return airline ticket for their Belize liveaboard scuba diving. US citizens require a passport that must be valid for 6 months from date of entry. It is the travelers’ responsibility to ensure they have the proper visa to travel into each country on his or her itinerary as well as for re-entry and return to their country. Since regulations vary by country, contact your consulate or embassy of your country for the requirement.
Arrival, Boarding, & Departure
Guests are strongly recommended to arrive a day early for less stress getting to the liveaboard at Placencia Municipal Dock. Guests may board Saturday between 4pm - 6pm.If arriving on charter day (Saturday): Book a PLJ flight that arrives before 3:30pm to allow time to get to the dock by check-in at 4pm. Guests are responsible for the 5-10 minute transfer between the airport and the Placencia Municipal Dock.
After a full week of diving, the Belize Aggressor V will return to the Placencia Municipal Dock Friday afternoon after lunch. Check-out is Saturday morning at 8am for all guests. Taxis are available for the 5-10 minute ride to PLJ Airport. On the return journey: Allow at least 3 hours between your PLJ Departure and your BZE International flight.
Local Fees/Taxes
At the end of the charter when settling your bill, each guest must pay:
- $130 USD port fee (7 nights), includes cruising tax & park fee
These may be paid by Visa, MC, USD or Belize cash. Travelers checks are not accepted onboard. Taxes and fees paid onboard the yacht are subject to change without notice.
Additional Travel Information: Belize does not allow drones.
GRATUITIES
Gratuities are not included at all Aggressor destinations. Tipping is voluntary and based on the service the staff has provided you. The Manager will provide envelopes for gratuities upon settling your account at the end of the week. Gratuities are shared equally among all staff. All Aggressors accept cash, Visa, and MasterCard payments for gratuities.