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Why a Belize Wildlife Tour Should Be on Your Bucket List

Belize is a treasure trove of unique wildlife and breathtaking natural beauty. With its lush rainforests, extensive wetlands, and pristine marine ecosystems, Belize offers wildlife enthusiasts a chance to witness an incredible array of species in their natural habitats. Experience the adventure of a lifetime and discover why a Belize wildlife tour should be at the top of your bucket list!

Biodiversity Hotspot

Belize is considered a biodiversity hotspot, with over 500 bird species, 145 species of mammals, and 139 species of reptiles and amphibians calling this country home. This remarkable variety of flora and fauna is a result of Belize’s diverse ecosystems, which range from tropical rainforests and savannas to mangroves and coral reefs. A wildlife tour in Belize offers a unique opportunity to observe rare and endangered species, such as the elusive jaguar , the striking scarlet macaw, and the graceful manatee.

Bird Watching Paradise

For birdwatchers, Belize is a true paradise. The country’s diverse habitats provide a haven for over 500 bird species, including migratory birds that travel thousands of miles to breed, nest, or rest. A Belize wildlife tour offers ample opportunities for birdwatching enthusiasts to spot exotic species like the keel-billed toucan, the jabiru stork, and the harpy eagle, as well as colorful hummingbirds, parrots, and tanagers. Guided birdwatching tours led by experienced naturalists ensure that you make the most of your birdwatching adventure.

Marine Life Extravaganza

Belize’s coastline is home to the second-largest barrier reef in the world, teeming with a vibrant array of marine life. A wildlife tour in Belize would be incomplete without exploring its underwater wonders. Snorkeling or scuba diving in the crystal-clear waters offers a chance to encounter sea turtles, nurse sharks, dolphins, and countless species of colorful fish and coral. For a truly unforgettable experience, visit during the months of March to June, when the majestic whale sharks migrate to Belize’s waters.

Responsible Wildlife Tourism

Belize is committed to sustainable and responsible wildlife tourism, with several protected areas and wildlife sanctuaries established to conserve its natural heritage. Wildlife tours in Belize are often led by knowledgeable local guides who are passionate about conservation and committed to preserving the country’s natural resources. By participating in a Belize wildlife tour, you are not only enjoying an incredible adventure but also contributing to the protection of Belize’s wildlife for future generations.

Cultural Immersion

A Belize wildlife tour offers more than just encounters with exotic animals. The country’s rich cultural tapestry, which includes Maya, Garifuna, Mestizo, and Creole influences, adds a unique dimension to the wildlife experience. By visiting traditional villages, participating in cultural activities, and engaging with local communities, you can gain a deeper understanding of Belize’s history, traditions, and the vital role that nature plays in its cultural identity.

The Ultimate Belize Wildlife Vacation: Chan Chich Lodge

For an extraordinary wildlife experience in Belize, consider Chan Chich Lodge as your ultimate destination. Situated within the vast 30,000-acre Gallon Jug Estate, deep in the heart of Belize’s lush rainforest, this exceptional eco-lodge provides a remarkable immersion into the splendor of Belize’s natural world. The vibrant birdlife is particularly noteworthy, with over 370 different bird species having been spotted within the environs of Chan Chich Lodge.

Chan Chich Lodge provides exquisite accommodations in thatched-roof cabanas , each thoughtfully designed to blend seamlessly with the surrounding environment. The lodge offers a range of guided tours and activities, allowing guests to explore the pristine jungle and encounter Belize’s fascinating wildlife up close. From early morning birdwatching walks and nighttime jungle safaris to canoe trips along tranquil lagoons and visits to ancient Maya sites, there is no shortage of adventures to be had at Chan Chich Lodge.

The lodge’s commitment to conservation and sustainable practices ensures that your stay will have a minimal impact on the environment while supporting local communities and their livelihoods. The on-site restaurant serves delicious farm-to-table cuisine, featuring ingredients sourced from the lodge’s organic gardens and local farms, providing guests with a true taste of Belize’s culinary heritage.

In addition to its exceptional wildlife experiences, Chan Chich Lodge is dedicated to delivering the highest level of service and personalized attention to its guests. The friendly and knowledgeable staff go above and beyond to make your stay unforgettable, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere that will make you feel at home in the heart of the jungle.

A Belize wildlife tour offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to explore the country’s diverse ecosystems, encounter unique and endangered species, and immerse yourself in its rich cultural heritage. By choosing Chan Chich Lodge as your base for a Belize wildlife vacation, you can enjoy the perfect combination of adventure, luxury, and sustainability, creating unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime. So get ready to embark on the wildlife adventure of your dreams and immerse yourself in the breathtaking natural wonderland that is Belize!

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Belize is home to the world's second largest living barrier reef. Its tropical islands are lined with tall coconut trees and surrounded by endless miles of coral reef. Jacques Cousteau immortalized the famous Blue Hole for its unique underwater stalagmites, and today it remains one of the most beautiful diving and snorkeling sites in the world. Experience this beauty with our Belize Eco Tours.

Inland you'll find endless emerald-green rivers, home to an astounding number of bird and wildlife species. Colorful birds come to Belize's tropical lagoons by the tens of thousands to nest. Primates of 2 species forage amongst mountains wrapped in colossal trees and forests carpeted with dazzling flowers and lush tropical foliage. Hidden in their midst are magnificent ruins of an ancient Mayan civilization, as well as a friendly melting-pot of cultural richness that combines true frontier-town thrill with modern environmental consciousness.

Travelers will find a time-locked land that still belongs to the rainforest and the sea, not to man; an untamed land that will touch you with awe and leave you gasping in wonder.

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Belize - Ultimate Wildlife 8-Day EcoTour

Emphasizing snorkeling the coral reef at Blackbird Caye & Lighthouse Reef plus manatees and dolphins at Swallow Caye. Visit the Blue Hole, made famous by a Cousteau documentary for its unique underwater stalagmites, and Half Moon Caye National Monument, a bird sanctuary whose dense vegetation provides habitat for thousands of red-footed boobies and frigate birds. Extend your trip to visit Mayan ruins at Tikal or Xunantunich, horseback riding or cave tubing. Learn More>

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Crooked Tree Wildlife Sanctuary

The lagoons, creeks, logwood swamps, broadleaf forests, and marshes of the Crooked Tree Sanctuary cover over 16,400 acres and are the home to countless and thousands of birds.

They include; Vermillion Flycatchers, Fork-tailed Flycatchers, Yellow-rumped Warblers, White-Tailed Kites, Hawks, Laughing Falcons, Meadowlarks, Swallows, and Herons just to name a few.

Crooked Tree is known for its most famous resident, The Jabiru Stork.

In all of Central America, Belize boasts the largest nesting home for these great birds.

In November, Jabiru Storks come to Crooked Tree from Venezuela and Mexico to nest in the tall pines of the lowland pine savannas.

Jabiru Storks are making Belize their home due to losing their habitat in Venezuela and Mexico.

Being one of the tallest birds in the entire Western Hemisphere, the Jabiru stands 5 feet tall and has a wingspan of up to 8 feet.

Its heavy bill is about 12.5 inches long and perfectly designed to catch fish, frogs, and snakes.

Once at the sanctuary, you will be introduced to your good train bird guide, who will elaborate more on the tour.

You will then be placed in a nice small boat with your guide, who will take you all over the lagoon, pointing out every wildlife in sight, particularly the birds.

Bottled water will be available for you.

Please bring along sunscreen, insect repellent, a camera (of course), and also a binocular for better viewing of those amazing birds.

This excitement could last up to three hours after which you will be transported back to your destination of choice.

We highly recommend this tour and genuinely believe that this experience could provide a renewed passion and appreciation for nature and the many wonders it could provide for your enjoyment.

Caye Caulker Marine Reserve

Enjoy the great variety of reef types with this snorkelling experience near Caye Caulker. The Belize Barrier Reef is like a gigantic wall running parallel to the coast.

Hol Chan & Shark Ray Alley

The Hol Chan Marine Reserve was the first of its kind on Ambergris Caye. Our captain will collect you at 8:15am or 1:15pm from your resort.

The Blue Hole, located in the ligthouse reef atoll, is one of Belize’s best kept secret. You have an early start at 5:30 am and a 2 hr boat ride to the first stop. It makes it all worth

After a road transfer, you will hop into a river boat for a scenic ride on the New River Lagoon. The hour long boat ride is a haven for nature lovers / birders since it boasts

The lagoons, creeks, logwood swamps, broadleaf forests, and marshes of the Crooked Tree Sanctuary covers over 16,400 acres and is the home to countless birds.

Traveler's Rum Factory

This rare tour takes you inside the factory that makes the famous “One Barrel” rum that every Belizean and most of our visitors simply love to taste.

Belize City Tour

On this fully guided tour, around historic Belize City, you will see many places of interest. These include the historic swing bridge over Haulover Creek,

The Belize Zoo

In 1983, upon completion of a film called “Path of the Rain Gods”, the movie’s production assistant, Sharon Matola, found herself with quite a few nearly tame animals

The Baboon Sanctuary

The Community Baboon Sanctuary is where you will find an abundance of the black howler monkeys. This protected area is located in a small village,

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Wildlife Holidays in Belize

Situated in Central America, Belize (formerly British Honduras) is bordered by Mexico to the north and its eastern coast is on the Caribbean Sea. It has a very low population density and English is the official language.

Centuries of underdevelopment have today given Belize its greatest resource: its magnificent and well preserved natural history, and the country is now one of the world’s leading ecotourism destinations.

It offers swathes of untouched rainforest, endless savannah and mangrove coasts, and the most splendid coral reef in the western hemisphere – second only in size and grandeur to Australia’s Great Barrier Reef.

In addition to its superb natural history, Belize has over 900 ancient Mayan ruins, including the magnificent ruined Mayan city of Tikal just over the Guatemalan border.

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"Why not try our ‘ Belize ’ wildlife holiday where we enjoy the region’s diverse mammals and birds, as well as the impressive Mayan ruins, or perhaps our ‘ Belize & Tikal ’ tour on which we explore the undisturbed forests, magnificent ruins and coral reefs in the realm of the Maya."

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We offer one main natural history tour to Belize which takes the form of a 15-day bird watching holiday visiting all of Belize’s highlights: undisturbed forests, magnificent Mayan ruins and pristine coral reefs.

The main sites of interest are all located within a pleasantly manageable geographical area and served by comfortable accommodation.

We also offer tailormade wildlife holiday options in Belize.

What’s special about its wildlife?

Belize offers excellent, fairly easy, Neotropical bird watching including hummingbirds, trogons and manakins, plus an array of interesting mammal species.

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• A wonderful variety of wetland birds including specialties such as Sungrebe, Jabiru & Mangrove Vireo
• A site where over 300 species of birds have been recorded within an 8-mile radius & hummingbirds, tityras, becards & flycatchers can be watched from a comfortable viewing deck
• Puffbirds, honeycreepers & Guatemalan Howler Monkeys, plus Mayan ruins at Tikal
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Belize Zoo Tour

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The Belize Zoo was founded in 1983 and is unique as far as its contributions to conservation efforts in Belize. The Belize Zoo was founded by Sharon Matola whose diligent efforts to protect and conserve the wildlife of Belize has been highlighted on shows such as Steve Corwin adventures and National Geographic. This is one of the few zoos in the world which works solely with rehabilitated or injured animals that call Belize their home. All the animals at the zoo are kept in their natural habitat and here you can come up close with monkeys, jaguars, tapirs, and rare and endangered birds such as the Scarlet Macaw. 

This zoo is very easily accessible and can be toured in a couple of hours as a stop on the way back to San Ignacio from  cave tubing  or a stop on the way to the  International airport .

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Welcome to Birdwatching Belize , your birding partner in Belize, the only English-speaking destination in Central America, just a one-hour flight from the USA.

Belize is the second smallest country in Central America, with a territorial extension of 22,965 Km2 (8867 square miles), bordered to the north by Mexico, to the east by the Caribbean Sea, and to the west and south by Guatemala.

The country inhabits about 574 bird species distributed within diverse habitat types such as cloud forest, submontane broadleaf forest, submontane pine woodland, lowland pine woodland, savanna, lowland broadleaf forest, seasonally wet meadows, marshes and lagoons, mangrove forest, coastal forest, and altered human habitats.

Birdwatching Belize specializes in customized birding trips , day tours, bird photography, and nature holidays in Belize for small groups and independent travelers. We are recognized for our professionalism, commitment, flexibility, and excellence in our tour packages.

For avid birdwatchers, we arrange target trips according to your preferences; for the starter birder, we shall plan a personalized schedule to discover the birds of Belize and our natural world.

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Belize birding adventure.

Six-day luxury birding adventure at Chan Chich and Hidden Valley Inn, featuring neotropical birds and wildlife in lush gardens & reserves.

Birding Northern Belize

Discover Northern Belize’s avian treasures on a 7-day birding tour, featuring La Milpa, Lamanai, and Crooked Tree Wildlife Sanctuary.

Southtern Belize

 8-day Birdwatching Adventure in South, Southeast, and West Belize, exploring diverse habitats home to exotic birds and natural wonders.

Belize Birding Expedition

Embark on a 9-Day Belize Birding Adventure: Explore Exotic Habitats & Tikal’s Wonders, a Birdwatcher’s Paradise Year-Round

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9-day Belize & Guatemala birding tour: Explore lush landscapes, rich culture, and UNESCO sites, all tailored to your tastes.

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Explore Belize’s inland wonders and Caye Caulker’s reef on a 10-day customizable tour, rich in diverse bird species and wildlife.

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Birdwatching Belize will introduce you to the magnificent birds of Belize as we help you customize your next adventure.

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We customize birdwatching tours, birding breaks, one-day birding trips, and shore excursions guided by well-trained tour guides with a long background in fieldwork and passion about birding, culture, and nature.

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Belize Birding Destinations

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• Caracol & Chiquibul
• St. Herman’s Blue Hole Nat Park
• Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve
• Green Hills and Mountain Equestrian Trails
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• Spanish Lookout and Aguacate Lagoon
• Che Chem Ha & Vaca Forest
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• The Dump (wetland)
• Aguacaliente
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• Lubaantun Archaeological Reserve
• San Felipe Hills
• Nim Li Punit Archaeological Reserve

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• Lamanai Archaeological Reserve
• Lamanai Outpost Lodge and Indian Church Village
• La Milpa Eco Lodge and Trails
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• Gallon Jug Farmlands
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• Blue Creek Ricefields
• Dawson Creek and Lamanai Savannahs
• Gallon Jug Escarpment

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• Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary
• Dangriga Coastline
• Hopkins Wetlands
• Mayfower Bocawina National Park
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• Monkey River
• Billy Baquedier National Park
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• Shipstern Nature Reserve
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• Honey Camp & Freshwater Creek Reserve
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Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary – A Must Do Belize Tour

Discover Belize’s Wild Catwalk—The Only Jaguar Preserve on the Planet

Whether the only catwalk you’re familiar with takes place on Paris and Milan runways each fashion season or you’re simply wild about all species of wildlife, a sojourn to Belize’s Cockscomb Basis Wildlife Sanctuary (CBWS) isn’t just recommended; it’s essential.  No fashion-forward wardrobe required when you visit. Don swimwear, sunscreen, hiking shoes, a hat and sunglasses and you’ll look stylish when you check out wildcat, tapir, deer and other animal tracks as you search for the animals leaving those tracks behind.  Love history? Check out the Belize Audubon Society’s description of this amazing place and your desire to pay a visit is likely to double. CBWS is more than a safe home for endangered jaguars. It’s a water network that links the region’s creeks, rivers and basins. Thanks to the lush topography, your trek will include dramatic waterfalls and mountain views that thrill and delight visitors opting to see this epicenter of natural beauty. Cameras and binoculars are mandatory, so you don’t miss a thing during your visit.  A biodiverse wonderland  

CBWS’s colorful population includes birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians and insects that stick around to feast on the preserve’s bounty of exotic leaves, plants and flowers. This moist, tropical jungle is exactly the environment this community needs to flourish, and with rainforests disappearing in alarming numbers, Cockscomb stands as a monument to conservation where every living thing is protected.  But you need protection from the elements, too, which is why you require a comfy hideaway when you’re not prowling the forest floor. The ideal place to spend your down time is  Belizean Dreams Resort, where the only wildlife you’ll encounter will be of your own making. There’s lots to do on premises in addition to those jungle treks.  As wild as you want to get  

At Belizean Dreams, we know that your desire is to mix relaxation with adventure, which is why this resort’s excursions are in such demand. Once you check into your digs, give staff 24 hours to secure a place on a  jungle adventure  and you don’t have to do another thing.  We could drone on about Belizean Dreams’ ambience and popularity, but one visit to  the resort photo gallery  tells you all you need to know about amenities and the variety of experiences you will find. You know you want to go wild, and since  Belize  is just a few hours by plane from the U.S., you don’t have to wait very long to indulge your inner animal, either.

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Bird's Eye View Lodge & Tours

Located in the crooked tree wildlife sanctuary, adventure of a lifetime, let us help you plan your belize adventure.

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Crooked Tree Wildlife Sanctuary

Crooked Tree Wildlife Sanctuary is the top neotropical birding site in Belize and Bird’s Eye View Lodge, located along the famous Crooked Tree Lagoon offers the best tours and lodging options in this part of Belize. Whatever the season there are always exotic neotropical birds about the grounds and the sanctuary and our sharp-eyed, professional, Licensed Guides know how to find them, whether on our Birding-by-Boat Cruises or Guided Bird Walks.

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Top Neotropical Birding Site of Belize

Birdwatching

You won’t have to go far from the lodge to find exotic birds, they’re all around us. You’ll see neotropical birds like these along our shore, just 50 feet from the Lodge:

With over 250 resident or migratory exotic neotropical birds close by, you are bound to add to your personal bird lists and have the opportunity to take many wonderful photos to show your fellow birders and add to your collection. (Not a birder? Well, be careful, you may become one after one of our cruises!)

Crooked Tree Lodging

Accommodations

Comfortable rooms with ceiling fans, private shower with hot water.

“The lodge was clean, relaxing, and the staff was very attentive. My favorite part of the day was enjoying the breakfast every morning. The chef was amazing the cuisine was very top notch.”

Crooked Tree Cuisine

Dining Service

Come discover the best of Belizean Cuisine at our lagoon side restaurant. Our chef has a long list of delicious specialties to suit every pallet. You will not be disappointed!

Your Base Camp for Exploring Belize

Activities & Tours

Make the Bird’s Eye View Lodge Your Personal Base Camp while Touring Northern Belize.

Our focus is on birds of course, but we know that most of you who come to Belize also want to see the ancient Mayan Archaeological Sites, Baboons (Howler Monkeys) a bit of Belize and perhaps do some snorkeling or cave tubing. Let us make it easy for you. Being centrally located in Northern Belize you’ll find it convenient to base here at the Lodge and make day trips to other nearby locations. Tell us what you want to do while you’re in Northern Belize and we’ll arrange your tour and transportation, or choose from one of our package tours. Then all you have to do is show up at the airport and we’ll take it from there. Or wait ’til you’re here at the Lodge and we’ll help you arrange your tour then.

Explore the Crooked Tree Wildlife Sanctuary

Right Here at Birds Eye View Lodge we offer you:

• Early morning or afternoon Birding-by-Boat Cruises along the lagoons
• Birdwatching from the Patio, the grounds or the nearby trails
• Horseback Riding around Crooked Tree Village

Fishing on the Lagoon

Bicycle Rentals

Boat and Canoe Rentals

Crocodile Safaris (Nighttime by boat with searchlights)

Transportation to and from the Airport or Belize City

Explore Belize

Away from the Lodge and outside the Crooked Tree Wildlife Sanctuary we can take you on tours to:

The Lamanai Mayan Site (all day)

The Altun Ha Mayan Site (half day)

The Baboon Sanctuary (half day)

A visit to Caye Caulker for Birding and/or Snorkeling (full day)

Cave Tubing at Nohoch Che’en  Caves Branch Archaeological Reserve (full day)

The Belize Zoo (half day)

Old Belize (Historical Recreation – half day)

Old Belize and Belize Zoo (full day)

Or check out our Budget Birding & Touring Packages

We offer five, six, seven and eight day package tours covering the best birding in Northern Belize.

Whatever your needs, we know our birds and we know the region well. We can help organize your touring and accommodations to make your stay in Northern Belize both easy and enjoyable.

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Wildlife Tours to Belize

Formerly known as British Honduras, Belize has so much to offer the adventurous naturalist traveller.

With its long barrier reef, idyllic islands, unspoilt rainforests, friendly English-speaking population, stable democratic government and exemplary conservation approach to its natural and Maya heritage, Belize was always an oasis of peace in the once volatile Central America region. Indeed, Belize often resembles a Caribbean rather than Central American country.

With roughly 40 per cent of its land classified as protected, the forests of Belize support a wide variety of wildlife including five cat species – margay, jaguarundi, ocelot, puma and jaguar. Bird life is also abundant with over 500 species recorded.

Boasting exceptional jungle lodges (including one which the late Gerald Durrell described as the model to which all other lodges should aspire) and island reef resorts, Belize has something for everyone – adult and child alike – who enjoys nature both below and above water and relishes good accommodation, reliable service and lack of crowds.

Lamanai Mayan Ruins

Rio Bravo Conservation Area

Tapir Mountain Reserve

Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve

Ambergris Caye

South Water Caye

Travel & climate, when to visit belize.

The most popular time to visit Belize is the dry season from December to May, with June to October being the wet period, and Christmas and Easter the height of the season.

Often during the rainy season, a “mauger” or “little dry” occurs in August. Because overall precipitation only varies a little between the seasons, Belize can be seen as a year-round destination, apart from September, October and November: hurricane season.

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Accommodation, where to stay.

Pelican Beach Resort

Located within a designated marine reserve right on the edge of the Belize Barrier Reef

Black Rock Lodge

Comfortable detached cabins with views across the Macal River to Black Rock Canyon and verdant rainforest.

Exclusive upmarket resort is set on the beach amongst coconut palms and tropical flowers at Placencia, in southern Belize

Lamanai Outpost Lodge

Rustic-chic, comfortable cabanas set on a huge 28-mile freshwater lagoon and right by Lamanai Maya ruins

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Your very own, belize specialist.

For wildlife viewing, June/July can be an excellent time because the fresh rains bring out the wildlife after the stifling heat of May.

If you have any questions regarding travel to Belize, please feel free to contact me on +44 (0)1803 866965

Client Experiences

Belize reviews.

Really enjoyed eating traditional Belizian food and the variation between hotels. Every single member of staff we met was friendly, pleasant and helpful and we had a fabulous time. The holiday itinerary fulfilled out brief and our expectations – a big thank you for that.

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BELIZE: Birds and Monkeys Photo Safari

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Scheduled tours.

2025 :: March 19 - March 26

TRIP LEADERS

Dawn wilson, rudy crawford.

From: $3,900  (See details) Cost is per person, double occupancy from Belize City, Belize (BZE)

4 - 6  Participants

AVAILABILITY

3 spaces available

PRIVATE TOUR OPTION

This tour is available as a private trip for any size group. The tour cost will vary with the number of people and any custom requests.

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Highlights of BELIZE: Birds and Monkeys Photo Safari

• Rainforest and Mayan ruins full of birds and wildlife
• Boat trips along rivers to seek water birds, raptors and monkeys
• Learn professional  field techniques
• Small group of only 6 participants plus two leaders

Description of BELIZE: Birds and Monkeys Photo Safari

This awesome Belize photography workshop will include in-depth, hands-on photo instruction as we photograph birds, monkeys, butterflies, flowers, reptiles and local culture.

This tiny country has over 600 species of birds and the highest density of Jaguars of any country in Central America. Rainforest, pine savanna, wetlands and rivers will all offer their own unique challenges for photographing as well as witnessing Kevin and Roger’s professional approaches to each opportunity.

Belize is one of the most environmentally conscious countries in the Americas. Thanks in part to its small population, over 60% of Belize’s 8867 sq. miles (about the size of New Hampshire) have been protected. This protection has allowed the birds and wildlife of Belize to continue to flourish. Belize is the last Central American stronghold of the majestic Jabiru, a stork that stands about 5 feet tall with an 11 foot wingspan, which nests in the savannas and wetlands of the north. Regional endemics such as Yucatan Jay, Yucatan Flycatcher and Yellow-lored Parrot may also be found in the pine-oak savannas. The tropical dry forest of northwestern Belize offers a multitude of species more easily found in Belize than anywhere else.

Length of Tour

Brief (tentative) itinerary.

Day 1 – Arrive/La Milpa.

Day 2 – La Milpa Lodge.

Day 3 – La Milpa Lodge.

Day 4 – Crooked Tree.

Day 5 – Crooked Tree.

Day 6 – Crooked Tree.

Day 7 – Crooked Tree.

Day 8 – Home.

Detailed Itinerary – (the order in which we visit each location may vary)

Day 1 – arrive belize / rio bravo conservation area – la milpa lodge.

Arrive and transfer to he Rio Bravo Conservation Area (RBCA) with birding along the way. The RBCA covers 5% of Belize’s land area and is a privately held wildlife sanctuary and research area. The La Milpa Station, named for the ancient Mayan ruins found on the site, offers great food a excellent accommodations in the same forest as the famous (and much more expensive) Chan Chich Resort. The birding is incredible with Crested Eagle being seen regularly! This is also the area Belize chose to release a pair of Harpy Eagles donated from the breeding program in Panama.

Day 2 – La Milpa Lodge

Photography the property around Hill Bank is a great experience with bird and wildlife activity from dawn to dusk, and beyond, offering a multitude of species. Collared Forest Falcons, Ocellated Turkeys, Northern Potoos and lots of tanagers, honeycreepers and hummingbirds may be seen.

Night spotlighting may offer Spectacled Owl, Mottled Owl, Black-and-White Owl and a number of roosting passerines. We have also seen Jaguar, Margay, Jaguarundi, Kinkajou, Tapir and other mammals while spotlighting!

Day 3 – Hill Bank

Today’s photography will take us to the Lamanai ruins where the birdsong in the beautiful riparian rainforest is often interrupted by calls and chatters Black Howler Monkeys and Spider Monkeys! Here we will enjoy both landscape and wildlife photography as we explore the ancient structures amidst the shadows of the forest.

Day 4 – Drive to Crooked Tree Sanctuary / Crooked Tree Lodge

After breakfast we will depart for Crooked Tree having lunch along the way. Photo stops will keep us busy, especially at the Community Baboon Sanctuary (full of Black Howler Monkeys) and we will arrive at Crooked Tree Lodge late afternoon.

Crooked Tree Lodge sits quietly along the edge of the freshwater, seasonal lagoon. Here we can watch a multitude of wading birds, shorebirds and waterfowl. The surrounding savanna and wetlands offer excellent birds, including the majestic Jabiru stork.

Day 5 – Crooked Tree Sanctuary

We will explore the Crooked Tree Lagoon and Spanish Creek by boat in search of the many species of birds which inhabit this beautiful sanctuary. With low canopy logwood, turtlebone, provision tree and mangrove, good views of Yellow-tailed Oriole, Mangrove Vireo and Rufous-browed Peppershrike are very possible. The endangered Black Howler Monkey and Morelets Crocodile are also found here.

After lunch back at Crooked Tree Lodge, we will explore the upper end of the island, a pine-oak savanna. Yellow-lored (Yucatan) Parrot, Yucatan Woodpecker and Yucatan Jay can be found in this open habitat.

Day 6 & 7 – Crooked Tree Sanctuary

These two days we will keep open to explore areas we have found to be very active with wildlife or to explore new location… the flexibility of a scouting trip!

Day 8 – Depart for home

Cost details.

Cost is $3,900 per person, based upon double occupancy, from Belize City, Belize (Airport code BZE. This trip ends in Belize City, Belize (Airport code BZE).

Single Supplement

If a single hotel room is preferred, or we are unable to find a suitable roommate for you, a single supplement fee of $450 will be assessed.

NOTE: For boat-based tours, see pricing options for single cabins. Single cabin cost includes the single hotel cost above.

Minimum number.

If fewer than the minimum number of required participants are registered, we may still be able to run the trip by adding a small-group supplement fee, per person, determined by the number of participants registered.

Deposit Requirements

A $500 deposit per person is required to hold each space on this tour. Deposit may be made online by clicking the "Book Your Trip Now" button and using any credit card. If you prefer, you may call us at 888-875-9453 to pay by phone. You may also mail us a check, however, remember that all space is held on a first come-first served basis as deposits are received.

How to Book

In order to hold your space, click the "Book Your Trip Now" button above and complete the deposit process, including payment of the deposit through our Paypal portal using ANY CREDIT CARD. Upon completion of deposit, please visit our secure, online CLIENT INFORMATION FORM to complete your registration.

Final Payment

For all land-based tours: full payment by check is due 120 days prior to the departure date.

For all boat-based adventure cruises of 7-days or longer: full payment by check is required 180 days prior to departure.

NOTE : If you prefer to use credit card for final payment, a 3% fee may be added to cover the credit card merchant fees we incur.

Accommodations

La milpa lodge.

A simple, comfortable lodge was built on the 300,000 acre Rio Bravo Conservation Area property operated by Programme for Belize. Wonderful meals are served family style in the main building. Cabins have two beds, en suite facilities and fans.

Crooked Tree Lodge OR Birds Eye View Lodge

Both lodges are set along the Crooked Tree Lagoon on the edge of the Creole settlement of Crooked Tree Village. This town of about 900 people offers incredible wildlife viewing as well as a very friendly atmosphere. Smiling faces will greet us everywhere in the village. The lodges offer private rooms or cabanas with en-suite bath and their own dining room to serve our guests. The down-home treatement at each lodge, including delicious Creole style meals and desserts are always a hit!

Activity Level

Activity level rating:  2  (note: 1 is easy and 5 is difficult).

• Easy trails and limited walking with equipment

Skill Level and Photo Equipment Recommendations

Gear for birding & wildlife viewing.

• Good quality binoculars • Spotting scopes are not typically needed as we will be photographing much of the time, unless you plan to do some digiscoping.

Photography Gear Recommendations

The best camera is the one you have with you! That said, we will help you get great photos no matter what camera you use.

This Photo Workshop is geared toward those using DSLR or Mirrorless cameras with interchangeable lenses, here is what we recommend that you bring:

• Bring at least 2 camera bodies – to reduce changing lenses and just in case of accidental damage to one

Recommended Lenses for Birds & Wildside

• 100-400mm (or equivalent) for birds in flight • 500mm lens or longer for birds and wildlife

Recommended Lenses for Landscape Opportunities

• 24-105mm (or equivalent) for landscape and general purpose • In addition you may also want to have an ultra-wide lens equivalent to about 16-35mm which may be used for fun landscapes and night sky photography.

Recommended Lenses for Macro (Bugs, Frogs, etc.)

• 100mm Macro is fine for general purpose macro photography • 150mm Macro is best for small, quick moving subjects like frogs

Filters (Mainly for Landscape Photography)

• Polarizing Filter for removing reflections (screw in for wide-angle lenses) • Filter Holder for 4×6″ (or similar) filters • 2-stop Neutral Density Filter • 8-stop (or more) Neutral Density Filter • 2-stop Hard and/or Soft Graduated Neutral Density Filter

Other Accessories

• Tripod for long exposures, big lenses and steady video • Flash for low light, fill light and stop action • Better Beamer or MagMod flash extender • Rain cover for camera • Weather resistant Camera Bag (Backpack style is best) • Batteries and chargers • Lots of memory cards! • Laptop or other downloading device

Additional Information

Purchasing flights.

Do not purchase your flights until the trip has been confirmed to go.

Detailed Trip Information

Upon notification that final payment is due (120 days prior to departure for land based tours / 180 days for boat based tours), you will receive a trip package of detailed information for your tour.

Any additional information about the trip, including lodgings, contacts, participants, meeting locations, etc., will sent about 2 weeks prior to the trip departure, or after final payment is received for late registrants.

Travel Insurance

As with all tours, we recommend purchasing Travel Insurance to help cover your investment, for covered reasons. Please see our section on  Travel Insurance .

Passport & Visa

US Citizens may require a visa to enter certain foreign countries. See above for any required visa information.

Participants arriving to the USA from a foreign country may need to get a travel visa to enter the United States. Be sure to check the requirements for your country of origin.

Itinerary Changes

The trip itinerary is developed many months ahead of time. Occasionally, despite our best planning, changes may occur during the trip, or we may be forced to alter our plans. Changes may occur because of weather, road conditions, safety concerns or other circumstances. In these situations, it is the leader(s) responsibility to carefully consider and implement appropriate alternatives. Any additional costs incurred because of changes will be the responsibility of each individual participant. Refunds will not be issued as a result of itinerary changes.

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