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Explore Belize Beyond the Shore

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Deep sea fishing and Caribbean sea adventures in Placencia, Belize

Set out from Itz’ana Resort & Residences in Placencia and discover Belize by land and sea. From snorkeling the Belize Barrier Reef, island hopping, sailing, and fishing to jungle rivers, Maya sites, waterfalls, cacao farms, and cultural discoveries, each adventure is curated to reveal the beauty, history, and spirit of Belize.

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Adventures for Every Kind of Explorer

Your Private Passage to Paradise

Azimut Private Boat Experience

Book a luxury private boat experience aboard Itz’ana’s Azimut and explore the Caribbean Sea in complete comfort. Departing from Placencia, this exclusive excursion can be tailored for a private island escape to Coral Caye, snorkeling, beach lounging, or a relaxed day on the water with curated service for your group.

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Private Azimut Island Experience

Inclusions

  • Private round-trip boat experience aboard Itz’ana’s Azimut
  • Dedicated private crew, including captain and butler
  • Customized itinerary based on guest preferences and sea conditions
  • Choice of island experiences, including Coral Caye, Laughing Bird Caye, Silk Caye, or other nearby destinations
  • Tailored onboard menu curated for the guest or group
  • Soft drinks, light snacks, and selected refreshments
  • Snorkeling gear available upon request
  • Access to kayaks and paddle boards, depending on selected destination and conditions
  • Personalized service throughout the experience
  • Fishing gear available on the island
  • Island amenities for a relaxed day by the Caribbean Sea

 

Important Notes

  • Subject to availability
  • Minimum 6 guests, maximum 20 guests
  • Full-day experience from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
  • Pricing is subject to tax and service charge
Luxury private Azimut boat experience from Itz’ana Resort in Placencia, Belize
Escape Into Island Reserve

Coral Caye Day Tour

Discover Coral Caye, a secluded private island day tour from Itz’ana Resort & Residences in Placencia, Belize. Reserved exclusively for your group, this full-day island picnic includes round-trip boat transfer, a chef-cooked lunch, soft drinks, light snacks, and access to hammocks, beach loungers, snorkeling gear, kayaks, and paddle boards.

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Coral Caye Day Tour Experience

Inclusions

  • Round-trip boat transfer from Itz’ana
  • Full-day private island picnic at Coral Caye
  • Chef-cooked island lunch with BBQ, fresh catch, local dishes, and sweet treats
  • Soft drinks and light snacks
  • Access to hammocks, beach loungers, and shaded relaxation areas
  • Use of snorkeling gear
  • Use of kayaks and paddle boards
  • Fishing gear available on the island
  • Island amenities for a relaxed day by the Caribbean Sea

Suggested Add-Ons

  • Snorkeling, diving, or fishing excursions
  • Bespoke beverages à la carte
  • Additional private arrangements upon request and availability

What to Bring

  • Swimwear
  • Sunglasses
  • Reef-safe sunscreen
  • Hat or light cover-up
  • Comfortable sandals or water shoes
  • Camera or phone for photos
  • Dry bag for personal items
  • Light change of clothes
  • Personal essentials or medication

Important Notes

  • Subject to availability
  • Minimum 6 guests, maximum 20 guests
  • Full-day experience from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
  • Pricing is subject to tax and service charge
  • Additional beverages and excursions may carry an extra charge
Coral Caye private island experience near Itz’ana Resort & Residences in Placencia, Belize
Silk or Laughing Bird Caye

Caye Snorkel

Discover Belize’s underwater beauty with a snorkeling tour to Silk Caye or Laughing Bird Caye, two unforgettable marine destinations near Placencia. Swim through clear Caribbean waters surrounded by colorful reef life, tropical fish, graceful rays, and sea turtles, guided by experienced local experts from Itz’ana Resort & Residences.

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Caye Snorkel Experience

Inclusions

  • Snorkeling tour to Silk Caye or Laughing Bird Caye
  • Group tour or private experience available
  • Snorkeling gear included
  • Professional guide
  • Lunch included
  • Water and refreshments
  • Park fees included

What to Bring

  • Swimsuit
  • Rash guard
  • Hat
  • Reef-safe sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Towel
  • Underwater camera for photos
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Laughing Bird Caye or Silk Caye

Caye Diving

Explore the Belize Barrier Reef with a guided diving tour to Laughing Bird Caye or Silk Caye, two of the most beautiful dive sites near Placencia. Discover coral gardens, crystal-clear waters, tropical fish, graceful rays, and the vibrant marine life that makes Belize one of the Caribbean’s most unforgettable diving destinations.

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Dive Into the Reef

Inclusions

  • Guided diving tour to Laughing Bird Caye or Silk Caye
  • Group tour experience
  • Dive gear included
  • Professional guide
  • Lunch included
  • Water and refreshments
  • Park fees included
  • Scuba diving certification required
  • Discover Scuba Diving experience available upon request

What to Bring

  • Swimsuit
  • Shirt or rash guard
  • Hat
  • Reef-safe sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Towel
  • Underwater camera for photos
Belize Barrier Reef scuba diving tour to Laughing Bird Caye or Silk Caye from Placencia
Island Exploration

Moho & Silk Caye

Set out on a private island-hopping experience to Moho Caye or Silk Caye, two beautiful cayes off the coast of Placencia, Belize. Surrounded by clear Caribbean waters, coral reefs, and quiet island scenery, this tour invites you to snorkel, fish, swim, and unwind in one of Belize’s most memorable marine settings.

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Island Exploration

Inclusions

  • Private island-hopping tour to Moho Caye or Silk Caye
  • Guide included
  • Snorkeling gear included
  • Fishing rods available
  • Water included
  • BBQ-style lunch
  • Drinks and a couple of beers
  • Park fees included
  • Private group experience for up to 4 guests
  • Tour time: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

What to Bring

  • Swimsuit
  • Rash guard or light shirt
  • Hat
  • Reef-safe sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Towel
  • Waterproof bag
  • Camera or phone for photos
Island hopping tour to Moho Caye or Silk Caye near Placencia, Belize
Placencia Peninsula

Sunset Cruise

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Unwind on a sunset cruise along the calm waters of Placencia Lagoon, where the sky shifts into warm Caribbean colors and the evening slows beautifully into place. This relaxed Belize cruise from Itz’ana Resort & Residences is designed for guests looking to enjoy the coast, the water, and the quiet magic of sunset.

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Sunset Cruise Experience

Inclusions

  • Sunset cruise on Placencia Lagoon
  • Group tour experience
  • Sparkling wine
  • Soft drinks
  • Passed hors d’oeuvres
  • Scenic lagoon views at sunset
  • Tour time: 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM

What to Bring

  • Bug spray
  • Sunscreen
  • Comfortable shoes or tennis shoes
  • Light cover-up
  • Sunglasses
  • Camera or phone for photos
Sunset cruise on Placencia Lagoon from Itz’ana Resort & Residences in Belize
Cast Into Placencia’s Coastal Waters

Fly Fishing

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Experience fly fishing in Placencia, Belize, where coastal flats, channels, and lagoons create one of the country’s most rewarding settings for anglers. From Itz’ana Resort & Residences, set out in search of prized species such as bonefish, permit, and tarpon while enjoying the beauty and calm of Belize’s Caribbean coastline.

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Fly Fishing

Inclusions

  • Fly fishing experience in Placencia, Belize
  • Coastal flats, channels, and lagoon fishing areas
  • Opportunity to fish for bonefish, permit, and tarpon
  • Guided fishing experience available through Itz’ana
  • Catch & Cook experience available at Limilia Restaurant for an additional cost

What to Bring

  • Lightweight fishing or outdoor clothing
  • Hat
  • Polarized sunglasses
  • Reef-safe sunscreen
  • Comfortable shoes or water shoes
  • Bug spray
  • Camera or phone for photos
Fly fishing experience in Placencia, Belize from Itz’ana Resort & Residences
The Call of Open Waters

Deep Fishing

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Set out for deep sea fishing in Placencia, Belize, where the inner and outer reef waters are rich with marine life and prized catches such as tuna, mahi mahi, and wahoo. From Itz’ana Resort & Residences, this offshore fishing experience brings together Caribbean waters, expert local guides, and the thrill of the open sea.

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Deep Fishing Experience

Inclusions

  • Deep sea fishing experience in Placencia, Belize
  • Inner and outer reef fishing areas
  • Opportunity to fish for tuna, mahi mahi, wahoo, and other marine species
  • Licensed and experienced local guides
  • Catch & Cook experience available at Limilia Restaurant for an additional cost

What to Bring

  • Lightweight outdoor clothing
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Reef-safe sunscreen
  • Comfortable shoes or boat shoes
  • Towel
  • Camera or phone for photos
  • Motion sickness medication, if needed
Deep sea fishing experience from Itz’ana Resort & Residences in Placencia, Belize
Into the Wild Heart of Belize

Monkey River Tour

Explore the lush waterways of Monkey River, one of Belize’s most memorable nature and wildlife tours near Placencia. Guided by local experts, this immersive eco-adventure takes you through mangroves, jungle scenery, and rich biodiversity, with the chance to hear black howler monkeys and discover the flora and fauna that make southern Belize so extraordinary.

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Monkey River Tour

Inclusions

  • Guided Monkey River eco-tour
  • Group tour or private experience available
  • Water included
  • Professional guide
  • Lunch included
  • Refreshments included
  • Park fees included
  • Wildlife and nature viewing
  • Group tour time: 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM
  • Private experience time: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
  • Private experience available for up to 4 guests

What to Bring

  • Bug spray
  • Reef-safe sunscreen
  • Comfortable tennis shoes
  • Lightweight clothing
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Camera or phone for photos
  • Reusable water bottle
Monkey River wildlife tour from Itz’ana Resort & Residences in Placencia, Belize
Spice Farm or Waterfall Swim

Southern Ruins, Ixcacao Chocolate

Discover the flavors, history, and natural beauty of southern Belize on a full-day cultural adventure from Itz’ana Resort & Residences in Placencia. Visit Ixcacao Spice Farm to experience the aromas of freshly harvested spices and Belizean cacao, then choose between exploring ancient Maya ruins or cooling off with a refreshing swim at a secluded waterfall.

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Experience Details

Inclusions

  • Guided tour to Ixcacao Spice Farm
  • Choice of Southern Maya ruins or waterfall swim
  • Water included
  • Professional guide
  • Lunch included
  • Refreshments included
  • Entrance fees included
  • Private transportation included
  • Group tour experience
  • Tour time: 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
  • Available for up to 4 guests

What to Bring

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Lightweight clothing
  • Swimsuit, if choosing the waterfall swim
  • Towel
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Reef-safe sunscreen
  • Bug spray
  • Camera or phone for photos
Ixcacao Spice Farm and southern Belize cultural tour from Itz’ana Resort & Residences in Placencia
Wild Belize, Ancient Traditions

Mayan Chocolate Making and Jaguar Reserve Hike

Journey into the Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary, known as Belize’s Jaguar Reserve, for a guided hike through one of the country’s most extraordinary natural landscapes. After exploring the jungle, continue into the world of Maya chocolate making, where traditional techniques, local cacao, and rich cultural heritage come together in a hands-on Belize experience.

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Experience Details

Inclusions

  • Guided hike at Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary, Belize’s Jaguar Reserve
  • Maya chocolate making experience
  • Water included
  • Professional guide
  • Lunch included
  • Refreshments included
  • Entrance fees included
  • Private transportation included
  • Group tour experience
  • Tour time: 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
  • Available for up to 4 guests

What to Bring

  • Lightweight long pants
  • Long-sleeved shirt or comfortable T-shirt
  • Hiking boots or sturdy shoes
  • Hat
  • Bug spray
  • Reef-safe sunscreen
  • Swimsuit
  • Camera or phone for photos
Maya chocolate making and Jaguar Reserve hike from Itz’ana Resort & Residences in Placencia, Belize
A Taste of Garifuna Tradition

Garifuna Cooking Class

Discover the flavors and stories of Garifuna cuisine through a hands-on cooking class at Itz’ana Resort & Residences in Placencia, Belize. Guided by “Naru,” Garifuna for grandmother, this cultural and culinary experience introduces you to the ingredients, techniques, and traditions behind one of Belize’s most meaningful food cultures.

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Cooking Class Experience

Inclusions

  • Garifuna cooking class at Itz’ana
  • Guided cultural and culinary experience
  • Introduction to traditional Garifuna ingredients
  • Hands-on cooking techniques
  • Local storytelling and cultural context
  • Ideal for guests interested in Belizean cuisine, culture, and food traditions

What to Bring

  • Comfortable clothing
  • Camera or phone for photos
  • Curiosity and appetite
Garifuna cooking class at Itz’ana Resort & Residences in Placencia, Belize

Your Questions, Answered

Are diving tours available?

Yes. Itz’ana offers guided diving tours to Laughing Bird Caye or Silk Caye. Dive gear, guide, lunch, water, refreshments, and park fees are included. Scuba certification is required, and Discover Scuba Diving may be available upon request.

Are private island-hopping tours available?

Yes. Guests can book a private island-hopping experience to Moho Caye or Silk Caye, including a guide, snorkeling gear, fishing rods, water, BBQ-style lunch, drinks, park fees, and a private group experience for up to 4 guests.

Can I book a sunset cruise in Placencia?

Yes. The Sunset Cruise takes guests along Placencia Lagoon from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM, with sparkling wine, soft drinks, passed hors d’oeuvres, and scenic sunset views.

Can I book snorkeling tours from Itz’ana?

Yes. Guests can book a snorkeling tour to Silk Caye or Laughing Bird Caye, with snorkeling gear, a professional guide, lunch, water, refreshments, and park fees included. Group and private experiences are available.

Can I visit Coral Caye as a day tour?

Yes. The Coral Caye Day Tour is a full-day private island experience from Itz’ana, including round-trip boat transfer, chef-cooked island lunch, soft drinks, light snacks, beach loungers, hammocks, snorkeling gear, kayaks, and paddle boards. The experience runs from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with a minimum of 6 guests and maximum of 20 guests.

Does Itz’ana offer fishing experiences?

Yes. Itz’ana offers both fly fishing and deep sea fishing experiences from Placencia. Fly fishing focuses on coastal flats, channels, and lagoon areas, with opportunities for bonefish, permit, and tarpon. Deep sea fishing explores inner and outer reef waters with the possibility of catching tuna, mahi mahi, wahoo, and other marine species.

Is the Monkey River Tour available as a private experience?

Yes. The Monkey River Tour is available as a group tour or private experience. It includes a professional guide, water, lunch, refreshments, park fees, and wildlife and nature viewing.

Should I reserve tours in advance?

Yes. Advance reservations are recommended, especially for private tours, snorkeling, diving, fishing, Coral Caye, and cultural experiences. Availability, weather, sea conditions, guide schedules, and group size may affect tour options.

What cultural and land tours are available?

Itz’ana offers cultural and land-based experiences including the Monkey River Tour, Southern Ruins and Ixcacao Chocolate experience, Mayan Chocolate Making and Jaguar Reserve Hike, and Garifuna Cooking Class. These tours connect guests with Belizean wildlife, Maya heritage, cacao traditions, Garifuna cuisine, and inland natural beauty.

What sea tours are available from Itz’ana Resort?

Itz’ana offers a curated selection of sea tours from Placencia, including Coral Caye Day Tour, Caye Snorkel, Caye Diving, Moho & Silk Caye island exploration, Sunset Cruise, Fly Fishing, and Deep Sea Fishing. These experiences are designed to connect guests with the Belize Barrier Reef, nearby cayes, Placencia Lagoon, and the Caribbean Sea.

What should I bring for sea tours?

For most sea tours, guests should bring swimwear, a rash guard or light shirt, reef-safe sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, towel, and a camera or phone for photos. For fishing tours, polarized sunglasses and lightweight outdoor clothing are recommended.

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