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Monkey River Jungle Wildlife Encounters and Manatee Watch

4.8(81)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 81 reviews7 hFree cancellationBy Splash Dive Center Limited (but shown as Splash Dive Shop on Trip Advisor)
You get to see Howler Monkeys

About this activity

Travel by boat through the scenic mangrove lagoons to the traditional fishing village of Monkey River, then continue upriver into one of Belize's last pristine rainforests. Watch for American crocodiles, large green iguanas basking in the trees, turtles, and a variety of tropical birds, including herons, kingfishers, parrots, and ospreys.

Your licensed local guide will lead an easy rainforest walk in search of the area's famous black howler monkeys. Hearing their deep, echoing calls is an unforgettable Belize experience! Along the trail, discover native plants and towering trees, many of which have long been used by local bush doctors for food and medicine. With a little luck, you may also spot gibnuts ("Royal Rats"), peccaries, agoutis, coatimundis, tapirs, or even the elusive ocelot. Before returning to Placencia, enjoy the opportunity to purchase an authentic Belizean Creole lunch at Miss Alice's Restaurant. Keep watch for endangered West Indian manatees on the return cruise.

What's included

  • ✓Transport
  • ✓Park Fees.
  • ✓Pick Up and Drop Off in Placencia Village.
  • ✓Tour Guide.

Not included

  • ✕Lunch.
  • ✕Alcoholic drinks.
  • ✕Drinks.

Good to know

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Meals are not included - tradition is to support the Monkey River Village buy buying lunch there.
  • Wear shoes that you don't care if they get wet - for the mellow walk into the jungle part of the tour.
  • Long sleeve shirts and long pants and mosquito spray can be necessary some times of the year.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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