PRICE: $4M US

• Size: 4 Acres

• Status: Active

• Type: Private Island / Commercial & Residential

• Special: A-1 Location. 15 minutes boat ride from Placencia Village point. Obtains a resort proposed development plan

• Helipad Location

• Location: 5.8 Miles SE Placencia Village, Belize

• I.D. # IS04

• MLS#

“ZAMA CAYE — Placement, Potential, and Pristine Marine Beauty

Yearwood Properties is pleased to present Zama Caye, an extraordinary private island opportunity located just off the southern tip of the famed 16-mile Placencia Peninsula in southern Belize. This rare offering combines exceptional natural beauty, outstanding marine resources and strong development potential — a unique asset for a discerning resort developer or family seeking a lasting legacy.

Location and Setting

• Situated a short boat ride from Placencia, Zama Caye benefits from immediate access to the peninsula’s amenities while offering complete privacy and seclusion.

• Surrounding waters are exceptionally clear, with abundant living coral and vibrant marine life, making the island a snorkeler’s and diver’s paradise.

Natural Features

• Pristine white-sand beaches and lush tropical vegetation frame the island’s shoreline.

• Healthy coral reefs and teeming fish populations provide unparalleled opportunities for snorkeling, sport fishing and marine ecotourism.

• Seasonal lobster and other local seafood are readily accessible, allowing for sustainable, on-site culinary experiences.

Development Potential

• Zama Caye represents an uncommon—and seldom-available—opportunity to acquire a natural island suited to boutique resort development, private retreat, or multi-generational family estate.

• The island’s relative proximity to Placencia supports logistical convenience for construction, operations and guest access, while its private setting preserves exclusivity.

Investment Appeal

• Limited supply: islands of this character and location rarely come to market in Belize.

• Versatile use-case: ideal for turnkey resort projects, private residences, or conservation-minded hospitality developments that capitalize on eco-tourism trends.

• Long-term legacy: an opportunity to establish an enduring property in one of Belize’s most desirable coastal regions.

Summary Zama Caye is a stunning natural wonder — locally known as Scipio Caye — offering transparent waters, vibrant coral ecosystems, white-sand beaches and lush flora. Its rarity on the market creates an exceptional opportunity for developers or families seeking an exclusive island property in close proximity to the services and charm of Placencia. For serious inquiries and detailed offering information, Yearwood Properties is available to provide site specifics, feasibility considerations and guidance tailored to your development or ownership objectives.

– A location ideal for hotel operations:
– Easy access and departure for guests who can arrive to and from the airport or mainland, safely and with ease, whatever the weather.
– Proximity to Placencia would mean that the owner wouldn’t have to have all of the staff living on site- they could go home after their shift. The owner would therefore save on staff accommodation costs and related costs, staff meal costs etc.
– Simplified operation due to proximity could avoid having large food and cold storage which would save capital costs, energy costs and amounts of money tied up in inventory.
– Easy transportation of all supplies, fuel, trash removal
– Easy access for emergency medical needs for guests or staff
– Food and Beverage revenue potential from outside guests at the resorts restaurants
– Security reasons (the Coast Guard is stationed at the next door island less than a mile away).

Existing infrastructure built and improvements made since the Island was purchased:

Paradiso Grill:

• 48” wood-fired pizza oven
• Large BBQ Grill
• Outdoor kitchen with deck and a bamboo roof
• Wooden dining table which seats 12 guests
• Beach Games
• Snorkeling gear for 6
• Hammocks
• Umbrellas
• SUP
• A storage building furthermore

Existing infrastructure continued:

• 1-bedroom, Island-chic casita:
– High ceiling
– Screened, aluminum windows
– Air conditioning
– LED lighting
– Pressurized water
– Microwave
– Gas stove and oven
– Ceiling fans
– Large bathroom/ dressing room with shower, toilet and closet space
– King size bed
– Window seats
– Quartz counter tops
– Stainless steel kitchen sink and faucets
– Covered verandah
– Raised 3ft from the sand
– Rain water storage tanks
– Septic system and macerator
– Garden lighting. In addition

Existing infrastructure built and improvements continued…

• Outdoor guest bathroom
– Men’s and Ladies toilets
– Outdoor shower
– Rain water storage
– Septic system
– Lockable tool storage
• Generator hut
– Diesel generator enough to power all infrastructure
– Electrical hookup for future solar power installations already in and wired to the house
• Employee accommodation
– Kitchen
– Space for 2 people*
– Solar lights
• Pond
– Installation of 55’ long, 2’ wide drain pipe to supply fresh salt water to the pond and assist with drainage of the Island after rains
We have three employees on rotation. They are honest, reliable and loyal. We always have two employees on duty and one on rotation.