Adventures
Belize Adventures That Free The Soul
Find your own adventure at It'zana, the perfect outpost for outdoor activities in Belize. Enjoy exhilarating Belizean excursions, from spotting jaguars in the wild to sailing and snorkeling on the Caribbean Sea.
Hike through a wildlife sanctuary at night, dive in the barrier reef, and zipline through the treetops. Explore the lush jungle and ancient Mayan sites. Indulge in a sunset cruise on scenic Placencia Lagoon or tour Belize's cacao farms. Explore the culture and adventures of Belize.
Sailing & Snorkeling
Sailing takes me away
Climb aboard a 40-foot catamaran and set sail on the crystal-clear waters of Belize's Southern Marine Reserve. Discover your adventurous side as the anchor is dropped and you snorkel among shoals of colorful fish and swim with barracuda, rays, and turtles. You can stay on the boat and admire the vibrant underwater life of the second largest barrier reef in the world.
Things to Know
- Wear a swimsuit
- Bring a swim shirt for extra protection
- Pack sunscreen and sunglasses
- Water, lunch/snacks, and towels will be provided
- Snorkeling gear is provided
Cockscomb Wildlife Sanctuary & Jaguar Preserve
After the sun goes down.
Traverse pristine wetlands on your drive to the Southern Highway. On most nights, the air is clear enough to see the majestic silhouette of Victoria Peak (3,675 feet) and the distant Maya Mountains. Explore the Maya Center and the entrance to the world's only jaguar reserve, Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary.
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Things to Know
- Wear long pants and sneakers
- Pack sunscreen and bug spray
- Flashlights will be provided
Dive the Barrier Reef
Witness another world.
Explore Belize's Grand Channel with a trip to the Belize Barrier Reef, only 14 miles offshore. After a 40-minute boat ride to your dive site, you will see a wide variety of sea life, including sea turtles, moray eels, barracuda, king mackerel, eagle rays, stingrays, manta rays, and, at times, hammerhead sharks, jewfish, and dolphins. This diver's playground gives you front-row access to the most exotic sea life you can imagine.
Things to Know
- Wear a swimsuit
- Bring a swim shirt for extra protection
- Pack sunscreen and sunglasses
- Water, lunch/snacks, and towels will be provided
Rappel & Zipline
Discover Bocawina National Park
Enjoy amazing adventures in Belize at Bocawina National Park, where you go ziplining and waterfall rappelling. The park offers 7,100 acres of lush jungle, diverse wildlife, and ancient Maya sites. Your visit to the park, which will be customized to suit your adventure level, might include flying through the rainforest canopy on the country's longest zipline, tracking jaguar and puma on a night hike, or rappelling 250 feet down the face of a rushing waterfall—no big deal.
Things to Know
- Wear long pants and sneakers
- Pack sunscreen and bug spray
- Lunch will be provided
Monkey River & Manatee Tour
Home of the howlers
Venture far beyond the mangroves on a 15-mile boat trip to the mouth of Monkey River, home to birds, crocodiles, iguanas, and, of course, elusive howler monkeys. After a relaxing ride down the river spotting wildlife, your local guide will lead you through the rainforest, where you'll hear the signature howl of the river's namesake. This tour is followed by a cruise through the Placencia Lagoon. Enjoy spotting manatees as they graze on the grasses below the surface. Get up close with these gentle giants when they surface for air.
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Things to Know
- Pack sunscreen and bug spray
- Wear comfortable clothing and shoes
Deep-Sea Fishing
The deeper the water, the sweeter the catch.
Venture out beyond the barrier reef on a chartered boat, as you chase big fish and live big dreams on a deep-sea adventure. Our experienced guides will take you trolling in open water along the reef, as well as seek out the perfect drop-line spots for you to hook your catch. You’ll spend the morning baiting and battling marlin, tuna, and barracuda, and the afternoon snorkeling amongst turtles. If you’re lucky, you’ll see a whale shark.
Things to Know
- All fishing gear and bait are included
- No bananas onboard - they're bad luck!
- Pack sunscreen
Fly-Fishing
Get hooked on the fly.
Whether you're a novice angler or a seasoned caster, the abundant bonefish, snook, tarpon, and permit of Placencia provide some of the most renowned saltwater fly-fishing in the world. Join our expert guides, who have fly-fished the area for generations, for a day adrift on serene flats, rivers, and lagoons.
Things to Know
- We'll pair you with the perfect guide for your experience level
- Practice your cast if you want a chance at an elusive permit
- Light tackle experience recommended
Horseback Riding
Jungle by horseback
Explore Belize's jungle terrain on horseback, as our experienced guides take you along trails once traveled by the ancient Maya. An adventure tailored to experienced and novice riders alike, our horseback tour will let you see and experience the Belizean landscape from a unique and beautiful perspective.
Things to Know
- Pack sunscreen and bug spray
- Wear comfortable clothing and shoes
Sunset Cruise
Sunsets are meant for sailing.
Belize's sunsets are even more spectacular when viewed as you cruise the calm waters of the Placencia Lagoon. Watch the sky transform before your eyes, with the Maya Mountains in the distance. While undeniably romantic, sunset is also an ideal time for watching wildlife, which comes alive during this magical hour. Don't be surprised if dolphins, turtles, and birds accompany you as you bid adieu to the day.
Things to Know
- Bring bug spray
- Bring something warm to cover up with, as the air can get chilly
- A sunset cruise is great for honeymooners and families alike
River Tubing
Adventurous relaxation
Settle into your own inflated tube and enjoy a meandering but thrilling float down the lazy and lush rivers of Belize. Sit back and relax as the crisp, cool water carries you effortlessly through dense jungle landscapes.
Things to Know
- Pack sunscreen and bug spray
- Wear a swimsuit or clothing you don't mind getting wet
Moho Caye Island Exploration
Your own island. Or two. Or three.
Spend the day aboard a private charter as you hop between the intimate and exclusive cayes, or small islands, in the seas surrounding Placencia. Each destination more special than the next, you'll feel like a lucky castaway as your captain delivers you from one gorgeous, remote beach to another. After a day of sun, snorkeling, and seclusion, you'll make your way back to Itz'ana—that is, if you can resist the urge to shipwreck and never return.
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Things to Know
- Pack sunscreen and bug spray
- Bring a swimsuit
- Bring a book
Stretch and Guided Meditation
🌿 What to Expect
- Gentle Stretching: A beginner-friendly sequence, connecting breath and movement to awaken your body and mind.
- Meditation: Following stretching, enjoy a guided meditation to deepen your inner peace and clarity, setting a mindful tone for the day ahead.
Embrace tranquility and grace with us each morning.
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Stretch and Guided Meditation
Private wellness sessions available upon request.
Book your class at concierge@itzanabelize.com or at + 501 6145554
*Classes and teacher schedules are subject to change.
Chocolate Workshop
Itz'ana has created a workshop for chocolate lovers who have travelled to the source of the Mayan world of cacao. We offer a short, sensory experience where you will learn, create and sample one of history's finest foods that were produced over 1000 years ago and still continue to be a global resource to the finest connoisseurs.
Workshop Includes
- Chocolate History in Belize, from Mayan civilisation to Modern day
- Chocolate production in Belize
- Sampling the cacao fruit and learn the process of making chocolate
- Melt and mould chocolates with flavour infusions
- Tasting of Mayan hot chocolate
- Tasting of organic chocolate in various percentages
Course time: 1 hour
Cost: $75.00USD p/p
Book your workshop: concierge@itzanabelize.com
Cook Your Catch
Hook it and cook it!
Departing from our marina, this escapade epitomizes adventure! Sail through the crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean, passing picture-perfect islands. Your voyage then pauses as you catch little sprats for bait. After practicing the technique of throwing a cast net, you'll continue to the captain's favorite fishing spot. There, you'll test your luck, perhaps bringing in the "big one" of the day. Then you'll head to Limilia, where our chefs will transform your catch into the perfect bite.
Things to Know
- Dress comfortably. Bring a cover-up for after sundown
- Bring sunscreen and bug spray
- Line and bait will be provided
- A variety of beverages will be provided
Explore a Maya Cacao Farm
Make your own chocolate.
Some of the world’s finest chocolate originates in Belize; in fact, the ancient Maya invented it. Sweeten your day with a guided tour of one of South Belize’s cacao farms. Learn about the growing, harvesting, and curing of cacao beans, as you’re led step by step through the production process for chocolate. Upon completion of your cacao crash course, you’ll handcraft your own delectable chocolate confection.
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Things to Know
- Dress comfortably. Wear closed-toe shoes
- Pack sunscreen and bug spray
Bird-Watching
Free as a birder.
One of the most biodiverse locations in the world, Belize is a continuous corridor for bird migration between North and South Americas. Belize offers exceptional bird-watching with over 600 species recorded. Whether you're a seasoned Audubon aficionado or a newly minted birder, the recreational observation of birds in Belize is an exciting experience. Spend the day with professional spotters as you seek out our country's wealth of birds.
Things to Know
- Pack sunscreen and bug spray
- Wear comfortable clothing and shoes
- Bring binoculars
Laughing Bird Caye
Tiny atoll, big adventure.
Just 11 miles off the coast of Placencia, this little national park packs a lot of paradise in, boasting a vast and diverse array of wildlife. A former breeding ground for the laughing gull (its namesake), this long, narrow island is yours to spend the day exploring. We recommend alternating between lazing under the shade of the palm trees and snorkeling with the abundant fish, coral, and turtles just off the beach.
Things to Know
- Pack sunscreen and bug spray
- Bring a swimsuit
- Park fees are included
Lubaantun
Where history meets mystery.
While its modern name, Lubaantun, means "place of the fallen stones," no one knows its ancient Mayan name. And that is just the first of the mysteries surrounding this archaeological site. Immerse yourself in speculation of the unknown as your guide takes you through this unique and complex former city, whose most unusual feature is the complete absence of any carved stone monuments.
Things to Know
- Pack sunscreen and bug spray
- Wear comfortable clothing and shoes
Nim Li Punit
Beauty in ruins
Nim Li Punit, or "Big Hat," is a small but spectacular Maya archeological site named for the large headdress on a ruler found carved into one of its stone monuments, or stelae. Explore the three plazas and incredibly well-preserved ball court on a guided tour taking you back 1,200 years to the Late Classic Period, when the city of Nim Li Punit flourished.
Things to Know
- Pack sunscreen and bug spray
- Wear comfortable clothes and shoes
New Moon Yoga Session
Find Solace under the starts, and let the lunar energy guide your movements as we stretch and strengthen under the full moon. Treat yourself to a peaceful evening with our calming Newl Moon Yoga Sessions.
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For limited time only.
Please check our Resort calendar of events for scheduled New Moon Yoga Sessions.
RSVP required.
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Join us for a day of excitement and competition on the water!
Event Date: November 16th - 18th 2024
Location: Placencia, Belize Mile 20 Stan Creek Itzana Resort and Residences
Entry Fee: 3,000 BZD - 1,500 USD
Wahoo Classic Fishing Tournament
Wahoo Classic Fishing Tournament Information:
- Date: 16TH and 17TH of November
- Start Time: 5:00 am
- Location: [Address/Map]
- Contact: Diego Tejada
- Email: placenciatournament@itzanabelize.com
- WhatsApp: + 501 - 6145554
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