6 h
About this activity
12 miles south of Placencia lies the sub-tropical rain forest along the bank of the monkey River. Cast your eyes on the beautiful flora and fauna where your guide will point out various birds like the toucan, heron, Tanager and more. Iguanas dive into the water, troop of Howler monkeys races through the trees, crocodiles sun along the bank of the river. Stop for a hike through the jungle, where your guide will point out herbal plants use for herbal medicines, tarantulas, snakes monkeys and if lucky you may spot a tapir a deer or even a jaguar. A stop, in the village to have the chance to taste local and international dishes at the Black Coral Restaurant. The coast of Belize provide ideal habitat for the West Indian Manatee, which is warm and shallow, the turtle grass is their main diet in this area. So come and experience it with us, watching the largest coastal mammals (manatee) in their natural feeding habitat along the sea grass bed, between Placencia and Monkey River coastline.
Features
Tourism
75% Adrenaline
70% Original
50% Cultural
30%