We strive to maintain an up-to-date species list, capturing the marine flora and fauna of Belize. Our species list can be downloaded here. A marine site list detailing each site we regularly visit is also available for download here.
Our physical library at Belize TREC includes hundreds of texts on marine biology, ecosystems, and the natural history of Belize and the region. Our library list can be downloaded here.
We maintain equipment that can be utilized for your academic research or coursework. Our equipment list can be downloaded here.
While we maintain some diving and snorkeling gear on site for replacements, to participate in most snorkeling activities, students will need to bring their own gear. Our list of necessary gear and recommendations can be downloaded here.
To conduct marine research in Belize, permitting by Belize Fisheries Department may be necessary. Forms and procedures can be found here.
To conduct terrestrial research in Belize, permitting by Belize Forest Department may be necessary. Forms and procedures can be found here.
We have a registered nurse on site as a member of staff. Within a mile, there is a 24/7 medical facility, Polyclinic II. There is a hospital on the island, and medivac services for more serious evacuation to hospitals on the mainland. There is also a decompression chamber located on the island.
We are located about 1.5 miles from the center of town. It is about a 15-20 minute walk on the beach. As the island has grown, town has expanded, and there are food stores, souvenir shops, restaurants, and doctors offices within a 5-10 minute walk of TREC.
Our dock is a 5-10 minute walk from TREC.
We own a 48-foot catamaran, the Goliath, that we use for most groups. It is spacious and offers seating in the sun, canopy coverage, and inside rooms. We also own a small speed boat, the Frank M. In addition, we provide larger speed boats and sail boats for various trips.
Belizean currency is the Belizean dollar. The Belize dollar is a 2-to-1 exchange to the US dollar. $1 USD is $2 BZD. There are ATMs to get Belize dollars and banks for exchange readily available, but US currency is also widely accepted in Belize.
Belize observes Central Standard Time year-round. We do not have daylight savings.