Grab your calendar and mark the date for the return of this year’s Yamaha Saltwater Fishing Tournament, which will be held during the September celebrations in Placencia Village.

The two-day, fun-filled event will be held on September 21st and 22nd at the Placencia Municipal Pier, which is situated at the center of the village. Organizers of the tournament say that discounts and incentives for carrying out early registration are available, while tons of big prizes are literally on the line and waiting to be reeled in by the best anglers and their teams.

The Yamaha Saltwater Fishing Tournament is one of the most exciting two-day family-filled affair to be held in southern Belize. Fishermen from the tiny fishing village as well as those who live nearby will gather at the break of dawn at the pier, and go over their strategy, before sailing out to the Caribbean Sea to see what luck awaits them. 

One of the rules is that all the competition boats must depart from the pier at the same time and return at the end of the day together. Upon their return, their catch is usually weighed in the presence of the judges and placed on the record. On the following day, that result will be added to the day’s catch and whichever team has the most points would emerge the winner of the tournament.

Points are distributed as follows; Kingfishers are worth 3 points per pound and must be a minimum of 8 fish. Barracuda are tallied at 1 point per pound and must be a minimum of 12 fish, while Jacks are also 1 point per pound and must be a minimum of 12 fish. Wahoos are worth 5 points per pound, with a minimum of 15, while Dorados are 5 points per pound with a minimum of  7. Tunas are worth 3 points per pound with a minimum of 5 fish. 

No fishes are to be shared between boats and all fishing crews must use lures to land their fish. No noose/bare hooks, live bait, or cast nets are permitted to be used during the competition.

There are also various categories and prizes for best boat, largest barracuda, largest kingfish, largest extraordinary fish, and largest fish caught by a female. With so many prizes to be shared among competing teams and anglers, this year’s event is promising to be a big one.

While the crews are out on the water hauling in their catches, there will be much to see and do in Placencia, such as the crowning of the Placencia Queen of the Bay 2025/2026. Villagers will also be participating in the 10th of September parade which will be passing through the village. With so many activities being planned it is the perfect weekend to enjoy the celebratory festivities with friends and family.

Chabil Mar, situated just a short walk from the center of the village is the best option for visitors or even anglers and their teams to stay.  Our award-winning resort, with it’s seafront view and private beaches and pools, is the doctor’s prescription for the ultimate relaxation and escape.

Take advantage of our, exceptional guest exclusive boutique service, luxury accommodations, beach, pools, pier, privacy, high-speed internet, and complimentary use of bicycles, kayaks, and paddle boards when you book your stay with us.

Need to know more about the tournament?  Contact Us at: Reservations@chabilmarvillas.com or the Placencia Tourism Center at placenciatourismcenterinfo@gmail.com

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If you love nature, the great outdoors, and the majesty of the unconquered world, there are few vacation spots more deserving of your attention and visitation than Belize. This little pocket of paradise located along the Caribbean offers a variety of different ecosystems and nature experiences for any nature-lover or conservation-minded individual looking for an enriching break from the daily grind. For a better idea of just what Belize has to offer you, keep reading.

Adventures on the Land

Riding a Horse Across the Land. Belize is a relatively small country, and most of its land is suitable for some equestrian exploration.

Hiking Through the Jungle. Belize has acres of jungles and rainforest to explore, with many of them leading to waterfalls or ruins belonging to the ancient Maya, and all of them flush with tropical flora and fauna.

Cockscomb Basin Forest Reserve. This is a 400-square-mile, multi-biome nature preserve and the sole place on the planet dedicated to preserving the indigenous jaguar, though it also houses many other animals.

Adventures in the Water

General Aquatic Fun in Belize’s Pristine Barrier Reef. Given its close proximity to the clear blue waters of the Caribbean Sea, there is obviously plenty of diving, snorkeling, and even fishing that you can engage in. There are also options to tour the rivers, spot various flora and fauna, or even canoe along the riverways.

The Great Blue Hole. Belize is home to a gorgeous underwater landmark that is just as eye-catching during a flyover. This particular fixture is an underwater sinkhole that does a wonderful job at distinguishing the water within from the water without, resulting in an amazing gradient of blue. This venue is great for divers and aerial photographers.

If any of these activities or venues has got you itching to come to visit Belize, be it the fall, winter, or just about any other time of the next year, you will need a place to hang your hat and use as a base of operations during your stay. There is no place better to suit a traveler’s needs than the award-winning Chabil Mar resort. Located along the southern portion of the country, Chabil Mar is found within the peninsula of Placencia and serves as a fine launching point for any nature excursion you might fancy.

Anna Cohen’s OutboundCollective.com article about fly fishing benefits is best read with a plane ticket to Belize in hand because some destinations are more suited than others to life-changing experiences!

Are you already a fan of fly fishing or has it been on your bucket list so long, even the bucket is getting rusty? It happens. Life takes control. You let it. Isn’t it time to put yourself first? Consider this short list of benefits you gain if you say, “I’m going fly fishing in Belize in 2025 and nothing’s stopping me!”

-Fly fishing requires brains. Fans of this sport must understand bodies of water, bug hatches, times of day for big yields, fly placement, and feeding patterns that outwit fish.

-Fly fishing isn’t for slackers. You’ll get the workout of your life. Those back-and-forth swings offer an aerobic experience no gym can provide.

-Fly fishing is magical. See nature from a unique perspective, go places you normally wouldn’t, and expect your confidence levels to skyrocket with every success.

-Fly fishing is a challenge. It is both character-building and frustrating but lands your first catch and experience what Cohen calls “the BEST feeling in the whole damn world.”

Dare we add that fly fishing is fun, satisfying, and rewarding? And if you’re going to get hooked on this exhilarating sport, there’s no better place to do it than in Belize.

Fly fishing in Belize

You may want to pack your gear before you read this section because fly fishing in Belize is like no other adventure you’ve ever taken. Belize’s entire eastern coast is a paradise for anyone eager for victory and it matters not which season you pick to visit since bonefish are always in season along mainland shores, lagoons, and the Belize Barrier Reef.

Want to have the time of your life? Don’t burden yourself with the details. Pick a resort-like Chabil Mar Villas where Belize fishing packages are designed with you in mind. Wait until you read how many options our luxurious resort offers!

5 fly fishing packages

1. Opt for the Placencia Fishing Package if you love variety, described by Chabil Mar hosts as: “Today, tarpon, bonefish or snook; tomorrow, the prized permit and the following day a grand–slam. Then get up and start again!”

2. The Placencia and Turneffe Flats Atoll trip will grab your attention if you have researched both areas and know that saltwater fly fishing won’t disappoint. Bonefish, permit, or tarpon you catch can morph from a “selfie with fish” sent to envious friends to a Chabil Mar chef-prepared dinner that night.

3. Take the One Day at a Time option customized for those who want to see other things in Belize during their sojourn at Chabil Mar. Pick a full day or half day of fly fishing. Either way, you could bring dinner back, too.

4. The Fishing Plus package is an amalgam of adventures guaranteed to test your mettle. Whether it’s just you or the entire family, your itinerary can include snorkeling, scuba diving, jungle treks, Maya culture, and anything else you’ve been eager to experience.

5. Choose the unique You Fish-We Pamper option. Everyone gets their first wish. You fish. Family members do their thing, from hanging by the pool to shopping Placencia Village or frequenting the spa for blissful, therapeutic massages.

Got that suitcase packed? We thought so. Every Chabil Mar stay is like vacationing in heaven and having staff take care of every last detail of your fly fishing holiday is, forgive the pun, the only way to fly. You can have your rod in hand in just hours thanks to Belize’s proximity to the U.S. by air. How soon can we expect to see you?

For more information about fishing in Belize, feel free to chat with our Concierge at: concierge@chabilmarvillas.com or contact our Reservations Manager at: reservations@chabilmarvillas.com. Or perhaps you would like to call toll-free from the US or Canada: 1-866-417-2377.