So you want to enjoy some top beaches
in Belize and are wondering where to find them. The
small, Creole village of Placencia is the best place to
start. Placencia Belize is without
question the top beach destination in the country, and
the Placencia beaches are sure to prove both relaxing
and refreshing, not only for body, but for mind and soul
as well. When planning your Belize
vacation, you will soon read or hear about how laid-back
of a country it is. This is true, but it doesn’t
get any more laid-back in Belize than Placencia, which
is saying quite a lot. Placencia is located in the southern
quarter of Belize’s Caribbean
coast, some 150 miles south of Belize
City. You can get here by plane, bus,
or rental car from Belize
City, and each of these transportation options is easy
enough to arrange. Renting a car is possible once you
get here, but the village is so small that getting around
by foot or moped is usually a much better option.
Placencia travel certainly offers some of the best that Belize has to offer. The mix of Maya, Creole, and Garifuna cultures makes it uniquely rich in a cultural regard, while the beaches and nearby cayes will swiftly cause you to kick your cares to the curb. Though hanging out at the Placencia beaches is a big part of Placencia travel, you can also enjoy the water by getting out and doing a bit of fishing, scuba diving, and/or sailing. Oh yes, this place certainly has plenty to keep you busy or happily un-busy. ‘Tis the mark of a truly great travel destination.
The soft and sandy Placencia beaches stretch for some 16 miles, so you can be sure to find yourself a nice spot to throw down a towel and call it a day, or at least an hour. When you’re up for trading in the beach for a bit of exploring, as hard as that can sometimes be, there are nearby rainforests and jungle rivers that beckon the adventurous. Nature lovers will enjoy Placencia travel just as much as the beachgoers will, and there are plenty of knowledgeable guides in town that can help you appreciate the local flora and fauna. The Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary is certainly worth a visit. You can also visit Maya ruins near Placencia Belize, which will surely add extra depth to your trip. One of the more popular things to do on a Placencia vacation is take a trip down the Monkey River. Some of the motor launches that take this route also allow guests to kayak down the Monkey River, which is something to consider trying. Besides the occasional manatee, other creatures you might spot on your Monkey River trip are howler monkeys, green iguana, boa constrictors, and crocodiles. There is actually a small fishing village named Monkey River where the bulk of these tours depart.
The Monkey River trips can get a bit crowded during
the peak season, though they are every bit worth it regardless.
If you want your sailing experience in Placencia Belize
to be a bit more leisurely, you can always arrange a private
sailing trip. There are a number of great sailing options
here to fit a range of budgets and tastes, and speaking
of tastes, you might be interested in booking a dinner
cruise at least. Overnight sailing trips aboard luxurious
crafts are a good way to treat yourself to something special,
and visiting nearby cayes to explore a bit is surely to
put a smile on your face. Fly-fisherman will find the
world-class saltwater flats found at Placencia to be all
they could want and more. Sportfishing for dorado, wahoo
and tuna is on the rise, and you can also drop a line
in a lagoon or river. Should you be enjoying Placencia
travel in June, you might be lucky enough to catch the
Placencia Lobsterfest. It’s without question one
of the top Belize events for
fisherman, as this is also when the Placencia Fishing
Tournament enjoys its two-day swing. Placencia fishing
on a charter boat is just one more way to get out on the
water here.
The Placencia hotels will provide travelers with an ample lodging variety, with the more budget-friendly picks found in and around town. North of town, the Placencia beaches get wider, as well as more isolated, and this is where many of the more expensive accommodations are found. Placencia villas are ideal for those looking to enjoy added space, comfort, and flexibility, while those wanting it more simple might consider staying at an in-town guesthouse. Should you book one of the Placencia villas that are tied to one of the resorts, you’ll not only enjoy a most comfortable stay. You’ll also be able to take advantage of a host of resort activities and area tour options. Belize real estate is on the rise, and Placencia villas are certainly something to consider investing in. New gated developments like Villas at Palencia are just some of the places you might look. If you don’t retire to your villa in Palencia, you can always rent it out as a vacation property when you are not enjoying it. If you live up north, it would sure be nice to come down to Belize in the winter to dabble in some Palencia fishing or soak up some sun on the Placencia beaches. Palencia Belize and the surrounding area are growing as word travels around the world about how good of a destination this is. Include it as a destination in your Belize trip, and you’ll understand why.
