Explore & Play
so much to do . . .
. . . you might need to stay a little longer! Wether a small group tour, private tour or DIY get ready to soak up all the adventure, beauty and history that makes Belize a world-wide, top-of-the-list travel destination. Bella Sway sits on the edge of the Caribbean Sea and just across the street less than a quarter of a mile away is the Mangrove lined Lagoon with the Jungle and Mountains beyond that. It all adds up to amazing fishing (of all kinds), scuba diving, snorkeling, kayaking, tubing, sailing, boating, hiking, zip-lining, birding, wildlife photography, archaeological wonders, beach activities and more! There is something for everyone. Come to Bella Sway and go Explore & Play . . .
Bella Sway Belize has partnered with The Splash Dive Center. John has had incredible dive experiences with Splash Dive and we highly recommend their services. Splash Dive Center can arrange snorkel trips, PADI courses, dive packages and whale shark tours and trips. The Dive Center has been providing scuba diving, snorkeling and adventure tours in Placencia since the year 2000, and has grown from a small operation focusing on scuba instruction, to a community driven PADI Five Star Resort facility, that provides dive packages, instruction and supports environmental conservation and community projects. The Splash Dive Center and retail store is just 18 minutes away from Bella Sway at the north end of Placencia. This facility, the only scuba retail store in the southern half of Belize, contains a full line of scuba and snorkel equipment, cameras, diving accessories and PADI materials. They have 5 custom designed dive boats, including a 46 foot Newton dive boat and a fishing boat at the marina. Splash Dive will also do pick-ups at Bella Sway.
+501 523-3080
splashbelize.com
From beginner to experienced fishermen, this crew guarantees that you will have an exciting and fun time fishing. Book a custom experience and go beyond the Belize Barrier Reef, and hopefully hook a Marlin, Wahoo, Dorado, Deep Drop, Grouper, Tuna, and/or a Sailfish. Get to know Captain Roland Alford, his vast experience might get you the big catch!
+501 613-5958
topofthelifefishing.com
Nauti by Nature Fishing Charter offer both fishing and snorkeling or combo trips to islands and reefs. John and his friends booked this excursion and loved it complete with an island BBQ of the fish they caught! Captain Jermaine Cain “Big Fish” has 18+ years as a fishing guide and boat captain. So many ways to fish; Fly Fishing, Spin Casting, Live Bait, Bottom Fishing, River & Trolling, Captain Jermaine offers many other services including Island Camping!
+501 604-2945
nautibynaturebelize.com
The island that you can see from Bella Sway is False Caye. It's a 20 minute Kayak trip. The Green Parrot, just a 5 minute walk away, rents Kayaks so you can take a trip, snorkel and explore. There are many other water sport rentals available around Placencia to explore other areas in the big blue Caribbean.
Kayak, Windsurf, Paddle Board & Tube Rentals. Find all you need right on the beach in the village at Tipsy Tuna.
+501 608-7110
placenciaawesomewatersports.com
King Lewey's Island Resort
Spend a day on a pirate-themed tropical haven playing island games, sliding down a 42-ft water slide, kayaking, paddle boarding, snorkeling and enjoying drinks and lunch at The Black Pearl Restaurant & Bar. Book your day trip package online.
Boat departs from the village between 9am - 10am /Return at 3:30 pm
+501 614-1999
kingleweysislandresort.com/island-day-trips
Inky's Recreation Area @ Sirenian Bay Resort
Mini Golf Course, Pickle-Ball, Tennis and a Dive pool. All the sports plus you can book excursions or rent a golf cart. Catch the beautiful Belizean sunset while sipping on a martini at the Three60 Martini Bar with great Happy Hours and fun events.
Open 7am-9pm
+501-614-3230
inkysbelize.com
Taste Belize
Bella Sway has partnered with Taste Belize and we consider this excursion a must-do early in your trip! We met the founder Lyra at her shop in the village and her knowledge and experience with Belizean food and culture is second to none. Engage your senses, create unforgettable memories and taste the best of Belize through the unique food and cultural tours and classes.
Shop Hours Tue - Sat 8:30am - 4:45pm (Tours always available)
+501 629-5030
tastebelize.com
Placencia Beach Club
After a day of adventure or heading back from the village, stop by The Placencia Beach Club. Our Bella Sway Guests have complimentary access to the pool and beach anytime during their stay. The Beach Club also has great food and beverages to enjoy poolside. Don’t forget to grab a photo with the 3-D Placencia Sign on the beach!
Open Daily 11am-5pm Adult (16 yrs +) Only Mon & Thu (Pool)
+501 614-4929
PlacenciaBeachClub.com
Barefoot Services
This is an iconic Belize business. Family-owned and women-owned for more than 15 years, they have become one of the most trusted, experienced travel service companies in Belize. We know our guests will get a memorable and authentic experience when booking with Barefoot. You name it, they can make it happen; Adventure, Archeology, Caves, Culture, Marine Tours, Horseback Riding and Nature. They also rent golf carts and and operate a Belize Ground Shuttle Service.
+501-523-3066
WhatsApp +501-629-9602
barefootservicesbelize.com
Real Deal Belize Tours
Bella Sway Belize has partnered with Real Deal Belize Tours. This tour business offers a broad choice of tours and activities. They are Licensed and experienced. We were impressed with the customization of tours to suit our guests unique needs. Wether you join a small group tour or schedule a private tour, Real Deal Belize can help make your stay most memorable, offering Cave Tubing, Zip-lining, Wildlife Experiences, Birding, Archaeological adventures, Jungle Horseback Riding and Hiking.
+501 651-8225
realdealbelizetours.com
Ya'axkin Butterfly Farm
This family-run Butterfly Farm gives you the opportunity to dance with over 3000 beautiful butterflies fluttering around you in an enclosed garden. Wether you want an educational experience or a magical one, the butterfly farm offers fast and friendly informational tours of both their breeding room, as well as their butterfly house-and enclosed garden.
+501 822-1272
Marie Sharp’s Habanero Pepper sauce is Belize’s most famous hot sauce, sold worldwide. Marie Sharp offers a full tour of the facility where visitors can see where and how the manufacturing of the pepper sauces takes place. After the tour, there is a gift shop to stock up on the hot items.
+501-522-0134
mariesharps.bz
The Belize Zoo and Tropical Education Center exhibits over 200 animals, representing over 45 native species. The Zoo keeps animals that were orphaned, rescued, born at the zoo, rehabilitated animals, or sent to The Belize Zoo as donations from other zoological institutions.
+501-822-8000
belizezoo.org