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YOUR CHOICE OF PROFESSIONALLY GUIDED OR SELF GUIDED PADDLING
GUIDED WILDERNESS & ISLAND HOPPING EXPEDITIONS
FEEL THE FREEDOM OF A SELF GUIDED AND OUTFITTED TRIP FAVORITE DESTINATIONS ISLAND HOP THE BARRIER REEF KAYAK SAIL AND FISH THE BARRIER REEF ENJOY THE BARRIER REEF JUST FOR THE JOY OF CAMPING
Saddle Caye South (kayakbelize.com) is a licensed tour operator by the Belize Tourist Board.
Our guides are eco- trained and licensed by the Belize Tourist Board.
Our boat captains are safety-trained and licensed by the Belize Port Authority.
Our boats are licensed by the Belize Port Authority.
The Belize Barrier Reef is a World Heritage Property.
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Along the Caribbean coast of Belize and about 25 miles offshore the beach village of Placencia is the world's second largest barrier reef, the majestic Belize Barrier Reef. This important reef ecosystem is home to hundreds of species of colorful fish, exotic coral, and unusual invertebrates. Almost 450 mangrove cayes and sand islands are formed within the reef and its unique coral atolls where distinct types of wildlife and habitat are commonly seen. Combined with the tropical climate, a paddlers' paradise is complete!
Seven miles southeast of Placencia in the Lark Range is the uninhabited island of Saddle Caye South. The island’s mangrove trees with their arching aerial roots dominate the seascape and the surrounding waters teeming with marine life and wildlife. At Saddle Caye South, snorkel and explore areas of vigorous reef growth that occurs in shallow water only 30 feet from shore, or steep drop offs in the mangrove root with its own diversity, all guarded by the osprey nesting on the island. When paddling to the barrier reef, Saddle Caye South with its small natural beach, its camp shelters and its fire ring is a convenient and comfortable stay for one or more days. 
These three tiny remote islands on the Southern Shelf Lagoon lie directly behind the protection of the barrier reef, about 25 miles out from Placencia. Plenty of patch reefs and expansive shallow water surround the islands to give spectacular snorkeling and paddling. The uninhabited Silk Cayes offer perfect camping in a magical playground!
Saddle Caye South (kayakbelize.com) provides maps and recommended routes as well as suggestions on islands to pitch camp for the night or set up base camp for a slower pace. Other islands along the routes are identified for refreshments breaks or meals and maybe spending a night in an island cabana. Islands are about 5 miles apart and the next one is usually visible from the island where you are standing. With our services such as land and water shuttles, we can accommodate drop-off and pick-up points of your choosing, and routes can be customized to suit your budget, interests, and requirements. 
Appealing to the adventurous at heart, Saddle Caye South (kayakbelize.com) mixes the eco-sports of kayaking and sailing. Our kayaks are rigged with simple sails that push paddlers along with the wind and wave at their backs for quick returns from the barrier reef. Kayak sailing also helps paddlers achieve the longer routes from Dangriga to Placencia and the Silks to the Sapodillas within shorter time frames and greater ease. The dependable wind of the barrier reef is ideally suited to kayak sailing and wind paddling.
Bonefish the renown flats. Fly-fish permit, tarpon, and snook. Deep-sea fish snapper, grouper, wahoo, yellowfin tuna, sailfish, king mackerel, and marlin. The Belize Barrier Reef has it all. Among Placencia's famed fishing guides is Leslie "Pipper" Faux, the lead angler, guide and captain for Saddle Caye South (kayakbelize.com). Imagine gaining the kind of knowledge you can get only from growing up in a Placencia fishing family with the barrier reef waters for your backyard like Leslie did. Contract directly with Leslie for a thrilling day on the sea fishing. Leslie's specialties are fly fishing, trolling, spin-casting, and bottom fishing. Or fish from our kayaks equipped with rod holders.
Begin and end your adventures at lodging offered by Saddle Caye South (kayakbelize.com). A waterfront guest cabana with two double beds or a separate guest room with two single beds come each with a private hot water shower, verandah, ceiling fan, refrigerator and microwave. Tent and hammock spots are also available including use of a kayaker's bathroom with a hot shower. We are in the heart of Placencia and within a short walking distance from its markets, thatched restaurants, and dockside bars. We are located on the Placencia Lagoon for safe and easy access to the Caribbean Sea. Having our kayaks and equipment at the same place makes it effortless to pack and organize your barrier reef trip and wind down afterwards. For even more enjoyment, match up your visit with Placencia's celebrated Lobsterfest or Whale Shark Days.
Besides our popular sea kayaking adventures, Saddle Caye South (kayakbelize.com) outfits island camping adventures. If you are looking to only camp the barrier reef islands, we carry everything you need with our high quality outdoor equipment. Our shuttle boats are always ready to carry guests and gear to Saddle Caye South, the Silk Cayes, or any of the islands. Saddle Caye South is a good choice for beginners with the comforts of camp shelters. 