Yamaha Saltwater Fishing Tournament

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Type Of Event
Tournament
Start Date
Wednesday, 16 Sep, 2026Annually
Entrance Fee
Free

Description
Highlights
  • Best Boat
  • Largest Barracuda
  • Largest Kingfish
  • Largest Extraordinary Fish
  • Largest Fish Caught By A Female
About Event

Yamaha Saltwater Fishing Tournament

Organized by the Placencia Chapter of the Belize Tourism Industry Association (BTIA), the Placencia Marelco Yamaha Saltwater Fishing Tournament is an exciting two-day fishing event in Southern Belize. This event puts all fishermen in competition with each other to see who can earn the most points based on their catches. It is open to all boats and fishermen that complete their registration by the end of the registration period.

2023 Yamaha Saltwater Fishing Tournament

Details for the 2023 Yamaha Saltwater Fishing Tournament are yet to be announced.

Why should you attend the 2023 Yamaha Saltwater Fishing Tournament?

The Yamaha Saltwater Fishing Tournament is always a fun and exciting event to attend. Be there to see who makes the lucky catch of the largest barracuda, largest kingfish, largest extraordinary fish, largest fish caught by a female, and who’s the best boat in the competition!
 
Suitable for:
Kids
Teens
Adults
Families
Groups
Couples
Seniors
Handicapped
What to bring?
  • Camera
  • Cash
Activities:
Fishing, Photography
Outline of Event
Date
Description
9/9/2023To Be Announced
9/10/2023To Be Announced
Contact Information
Location Information
Venue:
Placencia
Address:
Placencia, Stann Creek, Belize
District:
Stann Creek
Start Location:
Placencia
Start location for event.
End Location:
Placencia
End location for event.
Transportation
Is Transportation provided?:
No
Transport Info.
Important Transportation/Pickup Information
1. Private Vehicle
2. Rentals/Charters/Shuttles
3. Public Transportation (Buses)
4. Taxi
5. Hitch-hiking

To arrange a shuttle/rental/charter, visit Belizing.com has a wide range of rental, charter and shuttle options to book today! See the options here:
(Shuttles) https://belizing.com/Shuttles/
(Rentals/Charters) https://belizing.com/RentalsCharters/
 
Whats Nearby
Places
Moho Caye is an idyllic 12-acre, palm-fringed private island, located 12 miles east of Placencia. This haven is located on the fringe of the Laughing Bird Caye National Park and is ... moresurrounded by crystal blue waters, and incredible natural coral reefs. It's the ideal spot for day trips or for the adventurous, overnight camping is available. Enjoy snorkeling, diving and swimming in some of the most beautiful waters Belize has to offer.
Category:
Attraction
Type of Attraction:
Caye
District/Region:
Stann Creek
Southern Environmental Association (SEA) is a non-governmental organisation, created in 2008 when two longstanding conservation organisations, Friends of Nature (FoN) and the Toledo ... moreAssociation for Sustainable Tourism and Empowerment (TASTE) merged to ensure improved community involvement in the conservation and co-management of the natural resources in Southern Belize.
Category:
Attraction
Type of Attraction:
Marine Reserve, Nature Reserve, Wildlife Sanctuary
Features:
Public Parks
District/Region:
Caye (Island)
Ranguana Caye is a private island located an hour off the coast of Placencia, Belize. The island is next to the Belize Barrier Reef and offers excellent snorkeling and fishing from ... moreshore.

The island is home to a variety of wildlife, including sea turtles, dolphins, and fish. Visitors can also enjoy hiking, kayaking, and sunbathing on the beach. 

Placencia is a peninsula in Southern Belize. We recommend spending a night or two before and after your stay at Ranguana Caye in Placencia. Visit the Placencia sidewalk, beach bars, and try local cuisine. Ask us if you'd like recommendations for where to stay or what to do in Placencia!
Category:
Destination
Type of Destination:
Caye (Island)
District/Region:
Near Placencia
Located at the southern tip of the Placencia Peninsula of the Stann Creek District, Placencia is a seacoast village where you can enjoy the best beaches in Belize. Visit the Placencia ... moreLagoon where it is home to the manatees and saltwater crocodiles. You can relax on the seashore or travel a short distance to nearby archaeological sites, nature reserves and marine life.
Category:
Destination
Type of Destination:
Village
Population:
3,458
Features:
Phone Service, Restaurants, Camping, Parking, Car Rentals, ATM services, Banks, Sports Bars, Night Clubs, Public Parks
District/Region:
Stann Creek
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