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Adventure Tailored To You

Located in the most culturally and ecologically diverse area of the country, Placencia is the place where memories are made and kept. Here at Umaya Resort and Adventures our team will tailor your adventure to best fit your taste and vacation. Join us for the ultimate vacation and adventure experiences.

Adventure Tailored To You

Located in the most culturally and ecologically diverse area of the country, Placencia is the place where memories are made and kept. Here at Umaya Resort and Adventures our team will tailor your adventure to best fit your taste and vacation. Join us for the ultimate vacation and adventure experiences.

A group of guests walking into the entrance of the cave system at the St. Herman's Cave Tubing Adventure at Umaya Resort & Adventures

Starting at $220.00 USD per person

St. Herman's Cave Tubing Adventure

Your adventure begins with a scenic drive through the Hummingbird Highway to the Blue Hole National park. Once there, you will be introduced to your guide who will provide interesting information on the geology of the formations cave history.Ā 

All tours are subject to 12.5% General Sales Tax and 10% Resort Fee

Starting at $210.00 USD per person

Xunantunich And Inland Blue Hole

After a scenic drive along the Hummingbird and Western Highways, we first explore the Maya site of Xunantunich or (Stone Maiden). Located near the Guatemalan border, a hand-cranked ferry will take you across the Macal River to this major ceremonial center

All tours are subject to 12.5% General Sales Tax and 10% Resort Fee

A guest watching a manatee surface close the boat during the Monkey River Tour & Manatee Watch Tour at Umaya Resort & Adventure

Starting at $120.00 USD per person

Monkey River Tour & Manatee Watch Tour

Explore Monkey River by Boat, observing Howler Monkeys, tropical birds, crocodiles and many more. A stop at the village of Monkey River to place for lunch order and then drive upriver for 20 minutes and hike trails through the rainforest to view families

All tours are subject to 12.5% General Sales Tax and 10% Resort Fee

A group of guests walking into the entrance of the cave system at the St. Herman's Cave Tubing Adventure at Umaya Resort & Adventures

Starting at $220.00 USD per person

St. Herman's Cave Tubing Adventure

Your adventure begins with a scenic drive through the Hummingbird Highway to the Blue Hole National park. Once there, you will be introduced to your guide who will provide interesting information on the geology of the formations cave history.Ā 

All tours are subject to 12.5% General Sales Tax and 10% Resort Fee

Starting at $210.00 USD per person

Xunantunich And Inland Blue Hole

After a scenic drive along the Hummingbird and Western Highways, we first explore the Maya site of Xunantunich or (Stone Maiden). Located near the Guatemalan border, a hand-cranked ferry will take you across the Macal River to this major ceremonial center

All tours are subject to 12.5% General Sales Tax and 10% Resort Fee

A guest watching a manatee surface close the boat during the Monkey River Tour & Manatee Watch Tour at Umaya Resort & Adventure

Starting at $120.00 USD per person

Monkey River Tour & Manatee Watch Tour

Explore Monkey River by Boat, observing Howler Monkeys, tropical birds, crocodiles and many more. A stop at the village of Monkey River to place for lunch order and then drive upriver for 20 minutes and hike trails through the rainforest to view families

All tours are subject to 12.5% General Sales Tax and 10% Resort Fee

Schools of fish and corals at the Belize Barrier Reef during the Reef Diving Tour at Umaya Resort & Adventures

Starting at $175.00 USD per person

Reef Diving

Enjoy the best dive sites in southern Belize! The Belize Barrier Reef is the second largest in the world. Itā€™s a must-see while youā€™re visiting our beautiful country! Enjoy everything from spectacular reefs, drop offs, underwater caves and even whale sharks (seasonal).

All tours are subject to 12.5% General Sales Tax and 10% Resort Fee

Schools of fish and coral systems seen at the Barrier Reef Snorkel Tour at Umaya Resort & Adventures

Starting at $140.00 USD per person

Barrier Reef Snorkel

Explore the mysterious and beautiful underwater world, wild and peaceful; with diverse colors. The Belize Barrier Reef is truly one of natureā€™s most amazing snorkeling destinations. Snorkeling along the second largest coral reef in the world admiring multicolored of Soft and Hard Corals swirling

All tours are subject to 12.5% General Sales Tax and 10% Resort Fee

A woman getting ready to start her zipline adventure by leaving the first platform during the Zipline & River Tubing / Mayan King Tour at Umaya Resort & Adventures

Starting at $190.00 USD per person

Zipline & River Tubing / Mayan King

If you are in for adventure, then you will enjoy one of the most scenic zip line in Belize. Fly and soar with the birds and see a gorgeous part of Belize as you Zip over the beautiful South Stann Creek River that rests between two valleys.

All tours are subject to 12.5% General Sales Tax and 10% Resort Fee

Schools of fish and corals at the Belize Barrier Reef during the Reef Diving Tour at Umaya Resort & Adventures

Starting at $175.00 USD per person

Reef Diving

Enjoy the best dive sites in southern Belize! The Belize Barrier Reef is the second largest in the world. Itā€™s a must-see while youā€™re visiting our beautiful country! Enjoy everything from spectacular reefs, drop offs, underwater caves and even whale sharks (seasonal).

All tours are subject to 12.5% General Sales Tax and 10% Resort Fee

Schools of fish and coral systems seen at the Barrier Reef Snorkel Tour at Umaya Resort & Adventures

Starting at $140.00 USD per person

Barrier Reef Snorkel

Explore the mysterious and beautiful underwater world, wild and peaceful; with diverse colors. The Belize Barrier Reef is truly one of natureā€™s most amazing snorkeling destinations. Snorkeling along the second largest coral reef in the world admiring multicolored of Soft and Hard Corals swirling

All tours are subject to 12.5% General Sales Tax and 10% Resort Fee

A woman getting ready to start her zipline adventure by leaving the first platform during the Zipline & River Tubing / Mayan King Tour at Umaya Resort & Adventures

Starting at $190.00 USD per person

Zipline & River Tubing / Mayan King

If you are in for adventure, then you will enjoy one of the most scenic zip line in Belize. Fly and soar with the birds and see a gorgeous part of Belize as you Zip over the beautiful South Stann Creek River that rests between two valleys.

All tours are subject to 12.5% General Sales Tax and 10% Resort Fee

Stalactites hanging from the cave ceiling inside of the Actun Tunichil Muknal ā€œATM Caveā€ at Umaya Resort & Adventures

Starting at $240.00 USD per person

Actun Tunichil Muknal ā€œATM Caveā€

Actun Tunichil Muknal (ATM) is one of the most sought-after adventures in Belize. The adventure begins with a hike through 6,700 ā€“ acre Tapir Mountain Nature Preserve and crossing a river, three separate times. The caveā€™s entrance is guarded by a spring

All tours are subject to 12.5% General Sales Tax and 10% Resort Fee

A tour guide holding two cacao pods that he is showing to the guests during the Half Day Chocolate Factory Tour at Umaya Resort & Adventures

Starting at $120.00 USD per person

Half Day Chocolate Factory Tour

Visit the small southern village of Maya Center, there you are met by a traditional Mayan family led by a master chocolate maker who offers the opportunity to go on a two-hour tour, which includes a hike at the cacao farm.

All tours are subject to 12.5% General Sales Tax and 10% Resort Fee

Starting at $150.00 USD per person

Cockscomb Basin Jaguar Preserve Hike & River Tubing

Located in Southern Belize is the worldā€™s only jaguar preserve, the Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary. Surrounded by Maya Mountains and towering Victoriaā€™s Peak,

All tours are subject to 12.5% General Sales Tax and 10% Resort Fee

Stalactites hanging from the cave ceiling inside of the Actun Tunichil Muknal ā€œATM Caveā€ at Umaya Resort & Adventures

Starting at $240.00 USD per person

Actun Tunichil Muknal ā€œATM Caveā€

Actun Tunichil Muknal (ATM) is one of the most sought-after adventures in Belize. The adventure begins with a hike through 6,700 ā€“ acre Tapir Mountain Nature Preserve and crossing a river, three separate times. The caveā€™s entrance is guarded by a spring

All tours are subject to 12.5% General Sales Tax and 10% Resort Fee

A tour guide holding two cacao pods that he is showing to the guests during the Half Day Chocolate Factory Tour at Umaya Resort & Adventures

Starting at $120.00 USD per person

Half Day Chocolate Factory Tour

Visit the small southern village of Maya Center, there you are met by a traditional Mayan family led by a master chocolate maker who offers the opportunity to go on a two-hour tour, which includes a hike at the cacao farm.

All tours are subject to 12.5% General Sales Tax and 10% Resort Fee

Starting at $150.00 USD per person

Cockscomb Basin Jaguar Preserve Hike & River Tubing

Located in Southern Belize is the worldā€™s only jaguar preserve, the Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary. Surrounded by Maya Mountains and towering Victoriaā€™s Peak,

All tours are subject to 12.5% General Sales Tax and 10% Resort Fee

A part of what remains of the maya temple at the Nim Li Punit & Lubanntun Tour at Umaya Resort & Adventures

Starting at $200.00 USD per person

Nim Li Punit & Lubanntun

Nim Li Punit Maya Ruin inherited itā€™s named from a carving on the longest of sites twenty-six stone monuments or Stelae, depicting a figure wearing a large headdress. The site 

All tours are subject to 12.5% General Sales Tax and 10% Resort Fee

A boat on the lagoon at sunset at Umaya Resort & Adventures

Starting at $260.00 USD per person

Sunset Cruise Tour

Cruise through the lagoon and watch the magnificent sun set over the Maya Mountains with melodious music of your choice.

All tours are subject to 12.5% General Sales Tax and 10% Resort Fee

A part of what remains of the maya temple at the Nim Li Punit & Lubanntun Tour at Umaya Resort & Adventures

Starting at $200.00 USD per person

Nim Li Punit & Lubanntun

Nim Li Punit Maya Ruin inherited itā€™s named from a carving on the longest of sites twenty-six stone monuments or Stelae, depicting a figure wearing a large headdress. The site 

All tours are subject to 12.5% General Sales Tax and 10% Resort Fee

A boat on the lagoon at sunset at Umaya Resort & Adventures

Starting at $260.00 USD per person

Sunset Cruise Tour

Cruise through the lagoon and watch the magnificent sun set over the Maya Mountains with melodious music of your choice.

All tours are subject to 12.5% General Sales Tax and 10% Resort Fee

in lak'ech massage & beauty spa

beauty

mayan cacoa, cinnamon body scrub

$123

Exfoliate dead skin using natural ingredients that leaves your skin smooth & rejuvenated. With a short Full Relaxing Body Massage.
60 Minutes with massage

mayan cocoa honey body wrap

$147

Pampering will begin with exfoliation with our Cocoa sugar Scrub. Chocolate Honey will then be applied all over your body. While the wrap is setting drift off with a head & foot massage then end your treatment with a relaxing full body massage. Enjoy a Blended Fruity Non Alcoholic Drink to end your experience.
90 Minutes

hydrating facial

$92

Exfoliate & moisturize your skin. Includes cleansing, exfoliation, steam & gentle extraction where needed. A Relaxing short Hand and Foot Massage. 60 Minutes

manicure / pedicure

$62

Hands or Feet are groomed, massaged & polished. Final touch of Head Massage /Neck Relaxer. 45 minutes Manicure $50, 60 minutes Pedicure $60

leg waxing (45mins)

$86

under arms waxing(20mins)

$43

brazilian waxing(45mins)

$85

upper lip waxing(20mins)

$19

bikini waxing(30mins)

$68

massage

relax & unwind

$92

An eclectic combination of Swedish massage and therapist acquired technique. Pressure & technique will be tailored for your individual needs with a final 10mins Foot Massage… 60 minutes $75 / 90 minutes $90

deep tissue massage

$111

Similar to our relaxation massage with deeper pressure & concentrated on areas of tension and pains. Enjoying 10mins of smooth Facial Massage. 60 minutes $90 / 90 minutes $115

hot stone massage

$105

The touch of the therapistā€™s hands combined with hot stones improves circulation, soothes aching muscle & produces deep state of relaxation. Enjoy a Fresh Bowl of Fruits.Ā 60 minutes $85 / 90 minutes $115

head, back and shoulders

$98

Designed to relieve stress & tension from these specific areas:
And enjoy a Refreshing Blended Fruity Non Alcoholic Drink. 60 minutes

foot & leg massage

$98

A relaxing massage for tired legs & feet.
Enjoy a Blended Non Alcoholic Drink or Pretty Polish. 60 minutes

mayan belly massage

$123

60 minutes

prenatal relaxing massage

$123

60 minutes

For last minute bookings contact the front desk at Umaya Resort

All prices are in USD and subject to government sales tax of 12.5% and resort fee of 10%

the ultimate Placencia experience

Meeting / Event Quotation Request Form

Summer Escape

Book four nights or more and receiveĀ $100 Resort Credit

Dinner

appetizers

RICOTTA-BALSAMIC BRUSCHETTA

us 6 | bz 12

Crumbled Mennonite ricotta sprinkled on a toasted baguette of balsamic drizzled
vegetable medley.

SQUASH & COCONUT SOUP

us 8 | bz 16

Roasted organic squash pureed with freshly squeezed coconut milk served with
sweet potato crisps.

FISH FRITTERS

us 10 | bz 20

Fresh-caught fish bites tossed in Belikin beer batter and fried to a crispy golden
finish, served with a habanero aioli dipping sauce.

WATERMELON ARUGULA SALAD

us 10 | bz 20

Organically grown arugula tossed with our house balsamic dressing, toasted peanuts, topped with crumbled cheese on a bed of sweet watermelon slices.

CEVICHE DE CAMARON

us 12.50 | bz 25

Lime-cured diced shrimp tossed with onions, tomatoes, cucumber and cilantro. Served with spiced corn tortilla chips.

add to soups, salads or pasta

Chicken

shrimp

us 3.00

us 4.50

bz 6.00

bz 9.00

entrees

PASTA POMODORO

us 12 | bz 24

House made classic pomodoro tossed with fresh-picked herbs and linguini,
topped with freshly grated Parmesan.

BBQ PORK BELLY

us 13 | bz 26

Roasted pork belly glazed with our signature BBQ sauce, served with homemade flour tortilla, refried beans, and pico de gallo salsa.

Steamed whole Snapper

us 20 | bz 40

Todayā€™s catch rubbed in local spices, wrapped in plantain leaves, steamed, and served with cilantro rice.

SHRIMP & EGGPLANT PESTO SA LAD

us 18 | bz 36

A medley of grilled eggplant, onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes brushed with
basil pesto, sprinkled with crumbled Mennonite cheese and topped with juicy grilled shrimp.

CATCH OF THE DAY

us 22.50 | bz 45

Pan-seared fresh caught fillet of fish served with potato mash, grilled vegetables, and a sweet and tangy pineapple salsa.

Sorrel Red Wine Rib Eye

us 31 | bz 62

Prime cut of rib eye steak spiced with crushed peppercorn, smoked salt, seared in herbs, garlic, and butter (cooked to your requested temperature). Accompanied with pesto potatoes, coconut oil-perfumed greens, and signature sorrel red wine reduction.

Chimichurri Beef Tenderloin

US 28 | BZ 56

Local cut of grass fed beef tenderloin grilled to perfection served with toasted cumin mashed potato, balsamic arugula and fresh Chimichurri sauce.

Coconut Smoked Sea Salt Fish Fillet

US 23 | BZ 46

Fresh catch of the day, spiced with our homemade smoked sea salt, organic coconut oil perfume and seared to perfection. Served over a bed of wild rice and cream of spinach.

Camarones al Mojo

US 19 | BZ 38

Farm shrimp sautƩed in spices, freshly squeezed orange juice, minced garlic, and herbs. Accompanied with a bowl of mushroom and spinach brown rice.

Skillet Pollo Asado

US 14 | BZ 28

Quarter cut of pre-marinated chicken grilled to perfection. Served with seared garlic, broccoli and roasted diced potatoes.

All prices are subject to 12.5% GST and 10% Resort Fee

lunch

Starters

TAQUITOS DE PUERCO

us 10 | bz 20

Slow-cooked pulled pork leg in a warm handmade corn tortilla topped with
pickled purple onion curtido.

CEVICHE DE MARISCOS

us 12 | bz 24

Lime-cured fish and shrimp chunks tossed with onions, tomatoes, cucumber, and
cilantro, served with spiced corn tortilla chips.

CEVICHE DE CAMARON

US 12.50 | BZ 25

Lime-cured diced shrimp tossed with onions, tomatoes, cucumber and cilantro. Served with spiced corn tortilla chips.

Seafood Fritters

US 11 | BZ 22

Fish, shrimp, and organic vegetables tossed in our homemade beer batter and fried golden. Served with a mango chipotle dipping sauce.

Potato & Cheese Fried Ravioli

US 9 | BZ 18

Potato and cheese stuffed handmade ravioli, fried golden and served with freshly made oregano tomato sauce.

Salads

GRILLED VEGETABLES & PEANUT

us 10 | bz 20

A medley of grilled broccoli, green beans, bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes
drizzled with our house balsamic dressing and topped with toasted Belizean peanuts.

MARKET SPECIAL

us 10 | bz 20

Crisp romaine lettuce and our mix of Chef selected market finds tossed in
house dressing.

CITRUS ARUGULA & ALMOND SALAD

US 11 | BZ 22

Fresh slices of oranges, julienne purple onions, crushed toasted almonds, baby arugula drizzled with our homemade vinaigrette.

add to salad

Chicken

shrimp

us 3.00

us 4.50

bz 6.00

bz 9.00

sandwiches

CRISPY FRIED CHICKEN

us 10 | bz 20

Bread crumb-crusted chicken breast fillet, golden fried, topped with a cilantro cabbage
slaw on a warm homemade bun served with potato fries.

CHEESE & PESTO VEGETABLES

us 11 | bz 22

A grilled medley of market-select vegetables brushed in our fragrant basil pesto and
topped with crumbled Mennonite cheese inside a homemade bun and served with
crispy potato fries.

LA LAGUNA CUBANA

us 14 | bz 28

Thin slices of smoked pork leg, warm glazed ham slices, pickled cucumbers,
Mennonite cheese on a homemade bun served with potato fries.

LA LAGUNA BURGER

us 16 | bz 32

Perfectly grilled “Cayo” ground beef patty topped with melted Mennonite cheese,
crispy pork bacon, and cabbage slaw on a house-made coconut bun, served with potato fries.

ENTREES

QUESILLO & CHICHARON PUPUSAS

us 9 | bz 18

Santa Maria Village pupusas filled with locally made quesillo cheese, refried beans,
and ground Belizean pork cracklings served with a tomato salsa and escabecheĀ cabbage slaw.

CHILI PORK BELLY RICE BOWL

us 12.50 | bz 25

Chef’s signature chili sauce glazed over crispy pork belly served on a bed of
coconut white rice.

SHRIMP PASTA ALFREDO

us 18 | bz 36

Pan-seared farm-raised shrimp and linguini pasta tossed in classic Alfredo sauce
and dusted bacon bits served with toasted baguette slices.

CATCH OF THE DAY

us 20 | bz 40

Herbed butter catch of the day fillet and grilled market vegetables served withfried potato chips.

SHRIMP BASKET

US 13 | BZ 26

Shrimp strips tossed in olive oil, seasoned flour and fried golden. Served with seasoned potato fries and mango chipotle dipping sauce.

FISH & CHIPS

US 18 | BZ 36

Fresh fish fillet battered in Belikin beer batter, and fried golden to perfection. Accompanied with seasoned potato fries, balsamic vinegar andĀ  mango chipotle dipping sauce.

Pez Frito

US 19 | BZ 38

Fried whole snapper served with traditional rice and beans, fried plantain, coleslaw and homemade habanero pepper sauce.

Sunday Dinna

US 12.50 | BZ 25

Traditional stew chicken rice and beans, coleslaw, fried plantain and fresh habanero pepper sauce.

All prices are subject to 12.5% GST and 10% Resort Fee

Breakfast

JOURNEY CAKE BREAKFAST SANDWICH

us 7 | bz 14

Poached egg, crispy bacon, creamy hollandaise on a warm Belizean journey cake.

TROPICAL CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST

us 9 | bz 18

Plain Mennonite yogurt, homemade granola, seasonal tropical fruits, fresh-baked
cinnamon roll, toast served with tropical homemade jam and whipped butter.

FARMER'S OMELET

us 9 | bz 18

Sauteed organic vegetables and yellow Mennonite cheddar and 2 free-range eggs,
served with toast

TROPICAL FRUIT PANCAKES

us 9 | bz 18

Fluffy pancakes topped with seasonal fruits caramelized in cinnamon and brown
sugar served with local bacon.

BELIZEAN BREAKFAST

us 9 | bz 18

Coconut oil refried beans, scrambled eggs, pork sausage, served with a side of light,
golden fried jacks.

BREAKFAST BURRITO

us 9 | bz 18

Warm handmade flour tortillas stuffed with scrambled eggs, refried beans,
Mennonite cheese, served with fresh cream and pickled habanero curtido.

SIDES

toast

Eggs

fried jacks

pork sausage

bacon

us 1.25

us 1.75

us 1.75

us 2.50

us 2.50

bz 2.50

bz 3.50

bz 3.50

bz 5.00

bz 5.00

All prices are subject to 12.5% GST and 10% Resort Fee