Belize: Belize City and Placencia

9 - 10 DAYS
Sandy Beaches, Coral Reefs, Lush Rainforests, Ancient Mayan Ruins

Escape to the enchanting paradise of Belize, where pristine beaches, lush rainforests and ancient Mayan ruins await your discovery! Start in Belize City, a port city well-known for its Maya archeological sites and diverse Caribbean culture. Spend the day exploring the Mayan Temple, take a bus tour to Altun Ha Mayan Ruin, or kayak in the Nohoch Che’en Caves. Before you leave, don’t forget to visit the world’s only manually operated Swing Bridge. Continue your journey in the city of Placencia.

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Escape to the enchanting paradise of Belize, where pristine beaches, lush rainforests and ancient Mayan ruins await your discovery! Start in Belize City, a port city well-known for its Maya archeological sites and diverse Caribbean culture. Spend the day exploring the Mayan Temple, take a bus tour to Altun Ha Mayan Ruin, or kayak in the Nohoch Che’en Caves. Before you leave, don’t forget to visit the world’s only manually operated Swing Bridge. Continue your journey in the city of Placencia. Known for its palm-lined beaches, this fishing village is located on the Caribbean coast of Belize. Visit manatees and saltwater crocodiles at the Placencia Lagoon or go deep sea diving to explore the coral Belize Barrier Reef. Hike through mountainous rainforests or stay for the traditional drumming and dance of the local Garífuna community. Due to limitations, activities may be unavailable to add for certain areas however you are sure to find many local ones when you adventure out at your destination! This trip is one you don’t want to miss out on! Waterviews strives to offer accommodation options within walking distance of water and/or in an area of touristic interest. Our prices include taxes (but excludes local tourist taxes). Customize your trip to your personal preferences with optional activities (hit the “Add Activities’’) or change hotels, etc. Contact us for customization at no extra cost at: Service@waterviewstravel.com

Destinations

  • Belize City
  • Placencia
Belize: Belize City and Placencia

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Itinerary

Day 1 - 5

Belize City

Belize City waterfront.

Belize City is the largest city in Belize. It is on a small peninsula protruding into the Caribbean Sea. It was the capital city until flooding and other damage from a hurricane in 1961 prompted the government to relocated to Belmopan, closer to the geographic center of the country.
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Belize City is the largest city in Belize. It is on a small peninsula protruding into the Caribbean Sea. It was the capital city until flooding and other damage from a hurricane in 1961 prompted the government to relocated to Belmopan, closer to the geographic center of the country.

2h 49min (187km)
Day 5 - 8

Placencia

The Sidewalk

Placencia is at the southern tip of the resort Placencia peninsula in Belize.
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Placencia is at the southern tip of the resort Placencia peninsula in Belize.