About Belize Candace Fish & Reef Tours

A Local Family Sharing the Waters We Grew Up On

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Belize Candace Fish & Reef Tours is a locally owned and family-operated tour company based in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye.

For us, the sea is more than where we work — it’s where we grew up.

From a young age, Captain Joel learned to fish, navigate the reef, and understand the waters around San Pedro by watching and learning from generations of local fishermen. Today, that knowledge is shared with visitors from around the world through private fishing, snorkeling, reef, and beach adventures.

Our goal is simple: give every guest a safe, personal, and memorable day on the water while sharing the Belize we know and love.

Meet Captain Joel

Captain Joel is the owner and lead captain of Belize Candace Fish & Reef Tours

Captain Joel is the owner and lead captain of Belize Candace Fish & Reef Tours.

Born and raised on the island, he spent much of his life learning the waters around San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, and the Belize Barrier Reef.

His experience comes from years of hands-on fishing, reef exploration, and learning from the older fishermen he grew up around.

Whether guests are fishing for the first time, snorkeling the reef, hunting lobster and conch when in season, or simply spending a day exploring the Caribbean, Captain Joel brings patience, local knowledge, and a relaxed approach to every trip.

He takes pride in helping guests feel comfortable while making sure they get the most out of their time on the water.

Meet Joel Jr.

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Joel Jr. grew up around the same waters and is continuing the family tradition.

As a deckhand, he helps prepare the boat, assist guests with fishing and snorkeling, and make sure everything runs smoothly throughout the day.

Friendly, hardworking, and comfortable on the water, Joel Jr. plays an important role in creating the personal, family-style experience guests often mention in their reviews.

Belize Candace Fish & Reef Tours is More Than Just a Boat Tour

When you book with Belize Candace Fish & Reef Tours, you’re not joining a large tour group.

You’re spending the day with a local crew that knows the waters, the reef, and the fishing grounds around San Pedro.

Depending on the tour, your day may include:

  • Reef fishing
  • Deep-water fishing when conditions allow
  • Snorkeling
  • Hol Chan Marine Reserve
  • Shark Ray Alley
  • Spearfishing
  • Seasonal lobster and conch hunting
  • Beach BBQ experiences
  • Caye Caulker
  • Private reef adventures

Each trip is designed to feel relaxed, personal, and hands-on.

Family-Run

You’re dealing directly with the people who operate the tours — not a large booking company.

Private Experiences

Many of the tours are private charters, giving your group more time, attention, and flexibility.

Beginner Friendly

Never fished or snorkeled before? Our crew can help you with gear, casting, baiting, snorkeling, and getting comfortable in the water.

A Real Belize Experience

From fishing the reef to preparing the catch of the day on the beach, the goal is to give guests a genuine experience rather than a rushed sightseeing trip.

Why Guests Choose Belize Candace Fish & Reef Tours

What Our Guests Say

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Bobby Gallagher
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All the reviews saying these guys are great are spot on! We were a group of 4 and each are still talking about what a great time we had with Joel and Jr. We caught a wide variety of fish and had enough for three meals. 100% recommend!
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Tarhy Alford
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Joel and JR are true fishermen. We booked a full day of fishing and that’s exactly what we received. They picked us up on a dock just down from our hotel. We were trolling almost immediately. We then moved to bottom fishing in 300’ where we caught plenty of red snappper. Next they took us closer to the reef where we spearfished / snorkeled for lobster and fish. We bagged lobster to add to our catch. By then it was lunch time and we hit a beach where Joel & JR prepared our caught fish and lobster. The lunch was delicious! To finish off the day we trolled in the deep water and caught black fin tuna, spanish mackerel, and bonito. Let’s say we were exhausted and slept so good that night. Do not hesitate to book your fishing excursion with Joel. It was a trip of a lifetime.
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Noelle Grace
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My friend Faith and I booked with Captain Joel and Junior during our trip to San Pedro. We had a fantastic experience. They catered to our fishing preferences and were supper easy to communicate with. We did the full day fishing and couldn’t commend it more! After our day of fishing they cleaned our fish and gave us restaurant recommendations. We had a full meal of our catch at The Gypsy Restaurant on the water. We would love to do it again!
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B Rohr
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We had a great day on the water with Joel and Junior. They were professional, knowledgable, and their number one priority was making sure we had a good time. We did everything we hoped for and more. It was impressive how many cool activities we packed into one day, without ever feeling rushed. Highly recommend
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Alexandra Rozen
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We had an amazing day with Joel and Junior! They tailored the day to exactly what we wanted to do. We fished, snorkeled, swam with sharks, and then they cooked the fish and lobsters that we caught on a beautiful beach! It was absolutely delicious. Such a wonderful day of memories for my family ❤️ thank you Joel and Junior!!
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Jason Faircloth
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Spent two fantastic days with Joel and Junior. We caught lots of fish (barracuda, snapper and jacks), plus some lobsters on the second day. Great local vibe, great snorkeling locations (sharks, rays, reefs, everything), and a really fun beach BBQ with the fish and lobster we caught. 100% recommend for a genuine experience with a down to earth, local guide with a deep knowledge of the reef and a humble willingness to share it.
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NC F
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Captain Joel and her son took us fishing, snorkeling and took us to a beautiful beach where they cooked the fish and lobsters we caught. He knows the good fishing spots and is very knowledgeable, since he's been fishing all of his life. He and his son were punctual to pick us up at the hotel, brought us drinks for the ride and were always courteous and attentive. Highly recommended!
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Jessica Chappell
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We had an amazing day on the water. We did the full day reef snorkel, fishing, lobster catching and had a catch cooked fresh! The food was delicious and the tile had was unforgettable. Thank you
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Charles Hampton
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I can say I had a great time with Captain Joel and his son. One of the best fishing experience I've had being on vacation. The food smelt good and taste good. I would recommend picking them for your next fishing tour.
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