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 . . .
Splash Dive Center
Bella Sway Belize has partnered with The Splash Dive Center. John had an incredible dive 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
Top Of The Life Fishing - Deep Sea Fishing, Inner Reef Fishing & Wahoo Fishing
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
Nauti by Nature Belize
Nauti by Nature Fishing Charter offer both fishing and snorkeling or combo trips to islands and Reefs. John & 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
Kayak Close to Bella Sway
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.
Placencia Awesome Water Sports
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
Ranguana Caye-Tropical Island
Book a day trip and cruise out to the picture-perfect 2-acre private island and spend your day in a pristine tropical paradise. Paddle board, kayak, hammock nap, sunbathe, snorkel from the island, fish, drink, eat and play beach games. Bully’s Beach Bar provides the music and libations while the staff prepares a delicious Beach Barbecue.
+501 822-1272
ranguanacaye.com
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
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
Real Deal Belize Tours - Red Bank Scarlett McCaw Tour
Real Deal Belize Tours - Zip-lining
Real Deal Belize Tours - Xunantunich Maya Site & Inland Blue Hole
Real Deal Belize Tours -Actun Tunichil Muknal Cave Tour
Real Deal Belize Tours - Cave Kayaking at Nohoch Cheen Caves Branch
Real Deal Belize Tours -Zip-lining, River tubing, Waterfall Swimming
Real Deal Belize Tours - Jungle Horseback Riding Adventure
Real Deal Belize Tours - Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary & Jaguar Preserve
Monkey River Totally Wild Tours Belize
The owner, Mr. Leonardo Castro is a “son-of-the-soil”. He prides himself in using local guides from the community, who like himself, have roamed the pristine rain forest and fished the seas, coastlines and mangrove islands from birth, as did their fore fathers. This authentic knowledge makes for an engaging and fun tour. You’ll take a Luxury River Tour & Jungle Trek and see crocodiles, iguanas, howler monkeys, bats, and turtles, along with many different species of birds and tropical plants. Mr. Castro has left no detail undone; there’s an on board bar, cold towels, fruits, refreshments and fresh conch or lobster kabobs. You’ll stop in Monkey River Village where you can have lunch and/or buy gifts from local vendors.
+501-669-5278
monkeyrivertotallywildtoursbelize.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
Bunches of Fun Banana Tours
Who doesn't love a banana or something made with a banana? Bunches of Fun Banana Farm Tours are set on Sagitun Farm. Belize's original banana farm tour. Learn about this delicious fruit and the unique varieties and the way they grow. Reservations are essential.
+501-624-4297
Marie Sharp's Hot Sauce Factory
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
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