Things to do in

Stann Creek District

Snorkel at the Hol Chan marine reserve and at Ray Alley, the second largest coral reef system in the world, on this day trip from Caye Caulker. Ride in a comfortable speedboat and use high-quality snorkeling equipment. Enjoy a delicious lunch with drinks and get GoPro photos and videos.  Meet your group at 9:00 AM at the local partner's office located on Caye Caulker. Get geared up, listen to a quick briefing on what to do and not to do to ensure the day is fun-filled and safe. Embark on a cruise to the Belize Barrier Reef. Hop in the water to look for wildlife like turtles where the world’s largest population of West Indian manatees live. See corals that have been protected for over 30 years at the Hol Chan marine reserve. Feel the thrill of diving with sharks in the Ray Alley. Stop for lunch onboard at 12:00 PM. After that, take the chance to explore an amazing shipwreck, coral gardens, and more turtles. The tour ends at 3:00 PM with two bonus sightseeing stops to see seahorses.

Join a speedboat day trip from Caye Caulker and snorkel at the Hol Chan Marine Reserve and Ray Alley, the second-largest coral reef system in the world. Enjoy high-quality snorkeling equipment, lunch with drinks, and GoPro photos and videos. After meeting your group, get geared up and listen to a short briefing on what to do and what not to do to ensure the day is fun-filled and safe. Then hop on the speedboat andenjoy a 20-minute ride to the Belize Barrier Reef.  Hop in the water to look for wildlife like fish, sea turtles, stingrays, and nurse sharks in an area where the world’s largest population of West Indian manatees live. Seecorals that have been protected for over 30 years at the Hol Chan Marine Reserve. After Belize Barrier Reef, swim stops in the Hol Chan Marine Reserve include Tarpon, Chatos Place, Coral Gardens, a sunken shipwreck, Shark Ray Alley, and a stop to search for manatees. In between the cruise, enjoy lunch and drinks onboard.

Book your shared or private transfer in Belize and enjoy a safe, comfortable, and convenient journey between your accommodation in Placencia or Hopkins, Belize City Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport (BZE), Sir Barry Bowen Municipal Airport (TZA), Belize City Water Taxi Terminal, or from hotels in Belize City. Our vans are brand new and equipped with all the amenities you need for a comfortable journey, including free WiFi, water, and air conditioning. Our professional drivers will take care of everything, so you can sit back and relax. Book your transfer in advance to avoid the inconvenience of public transport or the expense of a last-minute taxi ride. We offer one-way and return transfers between each destination.

The Xunantunich Mayan Ruins are some of the finest Maya Ruins in Belize. The drive from Hopkins to the Blue Hole and Xunantunich Mayan site in western Belize takes you through the scenic Hummingbird Highway and the western villages of Belize. This is a cultural experience, sightseeing tours with first hand views of the countryside, Mayan Mountains, farms, colorful homes and San Ignacio farmers market. Experience an authentic Belizean lunch in the immediate area of the ruins. Along the way back, we will make a stop at the cenote at Blue Hole National Park on the Hummingbird Highway, this is a great place to swim or just take pictures an enjoy the nature. The Blue Hole cenote was formed by the collapse of an underground limestone cave. In this case, the river running through the original cavern still flows through the cave system, and forms a sapphire-colored pool at the bottom of the sinkhole. The depression measures about 100 feet deep and 300 feet in diameter, with the actual blue hole at the depression’s base having a depth of about 25 feet.

Experience the best of Ambergris Caye scuba diving with a 2-tank dive at the Belize Barrier Reef. Explore the brilliant underwater beauty of the Caribbean, just a stone’s throw from shore, with the help of local experts. Only a short 5-10 minute boat ride from the Ambergris Divers pier takes you to multiple dive sites just beyond the reef crest, sites closely held by local experts. Experience depths of 60-80 feet, starting off a 40-foot gorgonian plain into a vivid terrain of fleshy boulder and pillar coral formations, amongst waving sea fans, sea rods, and impressive sponges. Glide over the spur and groove canyon formations while watching busily scurrying fish and trying to spot the more elusive marine species. Hanging around typically in these areas are large groupers, nurse sharks, gliding eagle rays, and turtles. The Ambergris Divers team will share with you local secrets to the most stimulating and memorable dive spots around the island. Enjoy one or two dives on this underwater tour of Belize with surface intervals onshore.

Enjoy a safe, comfortable, and convenient shared transfer between your accommodation in San Ignacio and your accommodation in Placencia or Hopkins. Choose the option that best suits your needs. Book your shared transfer in advance and arrive safely at your destination without the inconvenience of the public transport network or the expense of a last-minute taxi ride. Relax in the safety and comfort of a licensed, air-conditioned 2024 vehicle driven by a professional driver. The service operates daily and while on board, you can take advantage of free Wi-Fi, water, and air conditioning.

Embark on a snorkeling adventure at Laughing Bird Caye National Park, one of the premier spots on Belize’s barrier reef. This national park, part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offers a unique environment known as a faro, an angular atoll surrounding a lagoon. Your journey begins with a 30 to 40-minute boat ride from Placencia to the island, where a park ranger will brief you upon arrival. Dive into the crystal-clear waters with your licensed snorkel guide, who will show you the best coral gardens teeming with reef fish and other marine life. Whether you're a seasoned snorkeler or a beginner, our guides will ensure you have an unforgettable experience, pointing out creatures like spotted drum, huge lobsters, cleaner shrimp, arrow crabs, snapper, and barracuda. Around midday, take a break to enjoy a delicious Belizean-style picnic lunch or barbecue on the island. After recharging, head back into the water for more underwater exploration. Discover areas with healthy corals and abundant aquatic life before returning to Placencia. This full-day tour includes all necessary snorkel equipment, lunch, snacks, and beverages, ensuring you have everything you need for a perfect day at sea.

Discover the wonders of Belize's Cayo District on a full-day tour from Placencia. Your adventure begins with a scenic drive along the majestic Hummingbird Highway, passing through lush landscapes of karst limestone formations and orange groves. Arrive at the Xunantunich archaeological site, where you'll cross the Mopan River on a vintage ferry to reach the hilltop ruins. Stand atop the massive El Castillo temple, rising 130 feet above the plaza, and peer into Guatemala. Your knowledgeable guide will lead you through the six major plazas and over twenty-five temples and palaces, revealing secrets of ancient Mayan life. Marvel at the preserved frieze on the east side of El Castillo, featuring a fiberglass replica of the central mask representing the sun god. After exploring Xunantunich, head to Blue Hole National Park for a refreshing swim. Take a short hike through the tropical forest to reach the cenote known as the Blue Hole. Cool off in the natural swimming pool before heading back to Placencia.

Explore the world of the ancient Mayan on a combo tour in Belize with included transportation from placencia. Your tour takes you from the heights of ceremonial temples to the depths of the Mayan underworld. Float through mysterious limestone archways beckoning you into the mouth of centuries-old caves, holding untold stories of Mayan rituals. Explore the many breathtaking formations designed by only nature and learned about the ancient rituals and ceremonies that are part of their mystique and magic.