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Schedule
8AM
Languages offered
English & Spanish
Duration
6 hrs
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Available

Experience the ultimate adventure with our Monkey River Jungle Tour – a favorite among visitors to Placencia! This exciting tour takes you to the renowned Monkey River, famous for its abundant wildlife, thrilling Tarpon Fishing, and immersive Jungle Walks, all while being serenaded by the iconic Howler Monkeys.

Your journey begins with a scenic 15-mile boat ride from Placencia to the vibrant Monkey River village, where the river meets the Caribbean Sea. As you glide through mangrove estuaries, you’ll encounter untouched cayes, fascinating shorebirds, and even the chance to spot graceful manatees in their natural habitat.

Upon arriving at Monkey River Village, you'll join a knowledgeable local guide for a captivating river cruise. Keep your eyes peeled for an array of wildlife, from exotic birds and crocodiles to colorful iguanas and lush orchids. And of course, the famous Howler Monkeys will make their presence known as you venture deeper into their jungle home.

After the boat trip, you will also hike the forest trails along the riverbank for a close-up look at the Howler Monkeys on your way back to the town. As you walk, your guide will point out the medicinal properties of the surrounding flora and explain the habits of the elusive fauna.

After the hike, you will have a delicious lunch featuring authentic Creole cuisine. Wrap up your adventure with a leisurely stroll around the village, soaking in the charm of this remote Belizean community, before returning to Placencia in the comfort of our boat, arriving back at your accommodation by mid-afternoon.

What to Bring

Sturdy Shoes or boots, sun glasses, sun screen, bug repellant, binoculars We recommend wearing long sleeves and pants. Although the day may be hot, you will be hiking in the forest, and this will help protect you from mosquito bites.

What's included

Hotel transfer, bottled water, lunch, park fees

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11 days · San Ignacio, Placencia

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Belize was delightful we thoroughly enjoyed all the people that we met from drivers to tour guides to Hotel staff and just people we encountered along the way. Spending time both up in the jungle in the mountains and down on the coast was a wonderful contrast and I highly recommend doing both if possible. The weather was variable but over the time of our holiday we had opportunity to do all the things that we wanted, enjoy some tropical rain as well as some beautiful beach days The wildlife, history and scenery were spectacular. Both the lodge we stayed in and the hotel on the coast were well maintained with excellent, knowlegeable staff and good food My biggest negative would probably be that in being a less wealthy Nation their management of garbage and limited recycling capacity was quite noticeable in places.

11 days · San Ignacio, Placencia

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