What is Lionfish Mitigation in Belize and Why Does it Matter?
What is a lionfish? Lionfish may look beautiful, but they are a dangerous, invasive species. They are spiny fish with...
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Placencia
SHIRTS, SHOES AND WORRIES ARE OPTIONAL.
Known locally as “Barefoot Perfect,” Placencia Peninsula has 16 miles of sea, sand, and picture-perfect views. After hanging out on the beach, snorkelling and scuba diving, head into town and get a feel for what a traditional Kriol (Creole) fishing village is like.
Stroll on one of the narrowest streets in Belize to shop colourful trinkets or gaze at the details of vibrant artwork depicting Belize’s marine biodiversity, culture, and lifestyle. Placencia has numerous accommodations and restaurants, creating a cosy home away from home ambience for you and your family when visiting Southeast Belize.
Attractions in Placencia
Silk Cayes
Silk Cayes, located on the outer fringe of the Belize Barrier Reef, consist of three uninhabited islands within the Silk…
Laughing Bird Caye
The picture of relaxation, the unspoiled Laughing Bird Caye National Park, is where many Belizeans go to unplug and enjoy…
Maya King Waterfall
Nestled in the mountains of the South East Coast, Maya King Waterfall is one of the most photographed in Belize….
Emerald Forest Reef
Emerald Forest Reef is a novice diver’s paradise, well known for its somewhat shallow attractions and spectacular Elkhorn coral formation, which is one of…
Elbow
Located at Turneffe Atoll’s southernmost tip, the “Elbow” is considered an advanced diver’s hotspot with large groups of eagle rays frequenting…
Glover’s Reef
Deep channels coincide with dramatic rising pinnacles at the Glover’s Reef Marine Reserve. The reserve is one of Belize’s three…
Southwater Caye Marine Reserve
Lesser-known but just as spectacular is the South Water Caye Marine Reserve. It is one of the largest reserves in…
Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary
A haven for the endangered jaguar, Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary covers 128,000 acres of rainforest in the Cockscomb Range of…
Billy Barquedier National Park
Billy Barquedier National Park is a wondrous hilly terrain, encompassing 1,639 acres of preserved tropical evergreen forest, sitting on Santa Rosa…
Southwest Caye Wall
Southwest Caye Wall is best known for offering a feeling of diving into an abyss of blue. The cliff falls…
