Placencia sailing itinerary - 7 days

Placencia, a charming village on the southern coast of Belize, is renowned for its stunning beaches, vibrant local culture, and rich marine life. With its laid-back atmosphere, Placencia serves as a perfect base for exploring nearby cays, snorkeling, and diving spots. The village offers a mix of quaint local shops, lively bars, and restaurants serving fresh seafood, making it a delightful destination for both relaxation and adventure.

Depart from the Placencia peninsula for the first day of your Belize sailing holiday. From here, can sail into the dazzling waters of the Caribbean, enjoying a spell of blue water sailing as you head northeast to Whipray Caye. This destination is perfect for snorkeling the coral reef and offers world-class fishing opportunities. Tarpon, bonefish, snapper, grouper, and barracuda are just a quick five-minute boat ride away.

Hideaway Caye, nestled in the heart of the Pelican Caye range, is a tiny island covered in lush mangroves. It features its own dinghy dock and a network of elevated wooden walkways that wind through the mangrove trees. Visitors can snorkel among the vibrant coral reefs or fish in the crystal-clear waters surrounding the island. Anchoring near Hideaway Caye is straightforward, with several good spots offering protection from prevailing winds. The anchorage area is well-marked, and the waters are generally calm, making it an easy and safe place to drop anchor. Mooring buoys are also available for added convenience and security.

South Water Cay is one of the largest sand cays in Belize, essentially a vast beach surrounded by the idyllic turquoise waters and vibrant corals of the Belize Barrier Reef. The cay boasts several restaurants where you can savor succulent lobster and fresh fish. However, anchoring can be challenging except in flat calm conditions. Snorkeling is excellent towards the south end of the cay, where you can swim right up to the edge of the barrier reef. Additionally, you can arrange dive excursions to Belize’s famous Blue Hole from South Water Cay.

Thatch Caye is a remote island resort located just south of Coco Plum Caye. Here, you might spot the elusive and adorable coati, a Central and South American mammal that resembles a cross between a cat, a lemur, and a raccoon. The island features a restaurant and pub where you can enjoy much-needed refreshments after your adventures on deck. The glassy waters, sheltered by the barrier reef, offer excellent opportunities for kayaking, paddleboarding, swimming, and snorkeling.

Lagoon Caye is a lush, crescent-shaped forest encircling a picturesque deep blue lagoon. Here, you can kayak across the serene waters to observe rare native bird species taking flight from the mangrove trees or snorkel along the coast in search of reef sharks and turtles. The sport fishing around Lagoon Caye is also excellent.

Hatchet Caye is one of our most popular Belize destinations. This small, remote cay boasts a resort offering all the comforts of home, including a great restaurant and wireless internet. From Hatchet Caye, you can arrange excursions to marine parks off-limits to yachts, such as the Queen Cays Marine Resort. Dive or snorkel in the waters of Queen Cays to encounter magnificent whale sharks and beautiful sea turtles up close.

No Name Point offers one of the safest and most secure anchorages in Belize. Located just under ten miles from Placencia, this mangrove-strewn peninsula shelters a lagoon threaded with small rivers and creeks teeming with life. Explore the lagoon by kayak or embark on the Monkey River Tour, which takes you deep into the rainforest to hike jungle trails and photograph Belize’s remarkable wildlife.

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