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Rencontres avec la faune de Monkey River et observation des lamantins

4.8(80)Placencia1 heure
VIATOR4.8(19)TRIPADVISOR4.7(61)

Description

Une demi-heure de promenade en bateau à travers les mangroves vous conduit au village de Monkey River, où vous vous dirigez en amont dans une forêt vierge immaculée. Attendez-vous à voir des crocodiles, d'énormes iguanes sur des branches d'arbres, des tortues et de nombreuses espèces d'oiseaux tropicaux. En amont, votre guide agréé vous conduira dans la forêt pluviale à la recherche de singes hurleurs. Rien de ce que vous lisez ne pourrait vous préparer à l'aventure d'entendre ces singes pour la première fois ... vous devez juste en faire l'expérience! Lors de cette randonnée douce, votre guide vous indiquera également les différentes plantes et arbres, dont beaucoup sont utilisés en tant que médicaments par les médecins de brousse locaux. Pendant votre randonnée dans la jungle, plus éloignée de la rivière, vous pourrez apercevoir des gibnuts (maintenant appelés rat royal depuis que la reine Elizabeth y a dîné), des cerfs, des ocelots, des pécaris, des tapirs, des coatimundis et des agoutis. Achetez un authentique déjeuner Kriol au restaurant de Miss Alice à Monkey River avant de vous diriger vers une montre de lamantin sur le chemin du retour à Placencia.

Options de l'excursion

Rencontres avec la faune de Monkey River et observation des lamantins
  • Service de prise en charge compris

Itinéraire

60 min

Départ du village de Placencia à 08h00 pour une promenade en bateau le long de la côte en sortant des mangroves. Arrêtez-vous à Monkey River Town pour commander le déjeuner à manger au retour. Vous pouvez vous attendre à voir des crocodiles, d'énormes iguanes sur des branches d'arbres se faisant bronzer, des tortues et de nombreuses espèces d'oiseaux tropicaux. En amont, votre guide agréé vous conduira dans la forêt tropicale à la recherche de singes hurleurs qui communiquent entre eux pour déclarer leur territoire. Rien de ce que vous lirez ne pourrait vous préparer à l'aventure d'entendre ces singes pour la première fois... vous n'avez qu'à en faire l'expérience ! Votre guide vous indiquera également les différentes plantes et arbres dont beaucoup sont utilisés comme médicaments par les médecins de brousse locaux. Vous pourrez apercevoir des gibnuts (maintenant connus sous le nom de rat royal depuis que la reine Elizabeth y a dîné), des cerfs, des ocelots, des pécaris, des tapirs, des coatimundis et des agoutis. faune abondante. Arrêtez-vous au restaurant de Miss Alice à Monkey River avant de partir sur une montre de lamantin sur le chemin du retour à Placencia.

Points forts

Frais de parc.
Guide touristique.
Prise en charge et retour au village de Placencia.
Transport

Ce qui est inclus

Inclus
Frais de parc.
Guide touristique.
Prise en charge et retour au village de Placencia.
Transport
Non inclus
Le déjeuner.
Boissons alcoolisées.
Boissons

Lieux et horaires de prise en charge

Nous envoyons un SMS aux invités pour convenir de l'heure et du lieu de ramassage Nous proposons une prise en charge et un retour gratuits le long de la route principale de Placencia Village, mais nous facturons 10,00 USD par personne pour le ramassage / retour au nord du village de Placencia.

Avis des voyageurs

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Informations importantes

  • Convient à toutes les conditions physiques
  • Les enfants doivent être accompagnés par un adulte.
  • Les repas ne sont pas inclus - la tradition est de soutenir le Monkey River Village en y achetant le déjeuner.
  • Portez des chaussures que vous ne vous souciez pas si elles sont mouillées - pour la promenade douce dans la partie jungle de la visite.
  • Des chemises à manches longues et des pantalons longs et un spray anti-moustiques peuvent être nécessaires à certaines périodes de l'année.

Avis(80)

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Searchingjon
March 4, 2026
Fantastic day out

We were picked up from our condo and driven to splash dive. Warmly greeted and introduced to Junior, our guide. He was very friendly and knew all the names of the various birds & mammals we saw. We saw howler monkeys; numerous different species of birds, crocodile and a few manatees too. Fantastic day out, highly recommended.

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amybC5262JN
February 26, 2026
Great Tour

We had a wonderful tour with Junior! He was incredibly knowledgeable about local animals and plants. We saw so many different species and it was truly a highlight of the trip!

Réponse de l'opérateur

Amy, Thank you for your kind review! We are very happy to hear that you had such a great time on the Monkey River Wildlife Encounters and Manatee Watch tour. Junior truly enjoys sharing his knowledge of the local wildlife and plants, and it’s wonderful to know that his passion helped make the experience a highlight of your trip. Seeing a variety of species along the river always makes the day special, and we’re glad you were able to enjoy so many memorable sightings. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure the next time you visit Belize!

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S4012VJcynthial
February 22, 2026
Success on Monkey River

We had wonderful bird and wildlife viewing, from howlers to manatees to herons and ibis. What a beautiful country you have.

Réponse de l'opérateur

Thank you for sharing your Monkey River Jungle Trip and Manatee Watch on Vator. There is no doubt that Belize is Nature's Best Kept Secret!

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jeremymJ3547WY
February 20, 2026
All the Stars

We saw all the animals and had a fantastic trip.

Réponse de l'opérateur

Thank you for a five star rating and for summarizing in fewer words than I though possible!!!! I hope we will see you down this way again.

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Trip284706
February 17, 2026
GREAT Experience!

Terrific experience with a great guide (JR). The Dive Center folks could not have been nicer. JR was incredible - knowledgeable, friendly, sensitive to our needs, and genuine. I highly recommend going through these folks.

Réponse de l'opérateur

Thank you very much for recommending Splash! I am very happy to hear that you had a terrific experience with us and that JR made such a positive impression. He truly enjoys what he does, and it’s wonderful to know his knowledge, friendliness, and attentiveness to your needs stood out during your time on the water. Your comments about our dive center team also mean a great deal. We work hard to create a welcoming and professional environment for every guest, and it’s rewarding to know that effort was felt. We sincerely appreciate you choosing to snorkel with us and hope to welcome you back to Placencia for another adventure in the future.

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bradkU1167OZ
February 14, 2026
Monkey river day trip

Our captain was Junior, picked us up right on time. Had a great trip up to Monkey River, ordered food at Alice’s restaurant, headed up river, Junior did a great job pointing out the local plants and animals along the way. Got to see manatees, several bird species, crocodile, leaf cutter ants, howler monkeys and back to Alice’s for a delicious meal. Then headed back to Placencia with a couple stops to see more manatees on the way. We all had a great time. Would definitely recommend.8

Réponse de l'opérateur

Thank you for sharing your experience with Splash Dive Center on Viator. We are very happy to hear you had such an enjoyable day on the Monkey River tour with Junior. A smooth, on-time pickup and a relaxed run up the coast and into the river always set the tone for the day, and it’s great to know he helped bring the surroundings to life by pointing out the plants and wildlife along the way. Seeing manatees, howler monkeys, crocodiles, birdlife, and even leaf cutter ants in one trip in their natural surroundings makes for a full and memorable outing. We’re also pleased you enjoyed your stop at Alice’s — it’s a special part of the Monkey River experience. Thank you for your recommendation. We appreciate you choosing to explore with us and hope to welcome you back for another adventure on the water in the future.

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annmV3989UL
February 11, 2026
Monkeys and So many other animals!

It was a fabulous day to Monkey Town and up Monkey River. Splash Dive Center took us on an educational boat ride, where we saw so many animals and learned about them & the local plants and their many uses (often medicinal). We took a hike in the rain forest and heard the howler monkeys, along with many birds. The other people on the boat with us were photographers, so we stopped lots to enjoy watching the animals. We also saw a crocodile, manatee, turtles, and so many types of birds. It was a very memorable day! Highly recommend!

Réponse de l'opérateur

Thank you for sharing such a thoughtful review of your Monkey River Wildlife Encounters & Manatee Watch tour with us. We are very pleased to hear that you had such a memorable day exploring Monkey River. It’s always rewarding to know our guests enjoyed not only spotting wildlife — from howler monkeys and crocodiles to manatees and turtles — but also learning about the rainforest ecosystem and the traditional uses of local plants. We’re especially glad the pace of the tour allowed time for photography and quiet wildlife observation. Monkey River offers such a rich and dynamic environment, and taking those extra moments often makes all the difference. Thank you again for your recommendation. We truly appreciate you choosing Splash Dive Center and hope to welcome you back to Placencia for another adventure in the future.

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pjandme2003
February 11, 2026
Monkey river boat ride

We booked with splash dive center and had junior as our guide he grew up in monkey river town and was very knowledgeable about all the plants and wildlife in the area as well as the history of the town we saw alot of different birds as well as howler monkeys crocodiles and bats. we had a great lunch at Alice's in monkey river town and on the boat ride back we stopped and was lucky enough to see a couple manatee. It was a great experience in belieze and our guide junior was amazing.

Réponse de l'opérateur

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with Splash at Monkey River. We are very pleased to hear you enjoyed your Monkey River tour with Junior. Growing up in Monkey River Town gives him a unique connection to the area, and it’s wonderful to know his knowledge of the local plants, wildlife, and history added depth to your day. It sounds like you had a fantastic range of sightings — from birds and howler monkeys to crocodiles, bats, and even manatees on the way back. That combination truly makes for a memorable river experience. We’re also glad you enjoyed lunch at Alice’s; it’s always a special stop along the way. We appreciate your kind words about Junior and your recommendation. Thank you for choosing Splash Dive Center, and we hope to welcome you back to Belize for another adventure in the future.

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Mary_B
February 10, 2026
Enjoyable Boat Journey

This was an awesome tour Our Guide was extremely knowledgeable. Would highly recommend to anyone. Saw a lot of birds. The Howler monkeys were lazy in the top of tree tops. I was raining, it was understandable. Did see the manatees on the way back. That was a bonus. They tour company did a great job. The lunch was also tasty.

Réponse de l'opérateur

Mary, thank you so much for your kind review! I am really happy to hear you had an awesome day on our Monkey River tour. Even with a little rain, it sounds like nature still delivered! The howler monkeys do tend to lounge high in the treetops during wet weather — conserving energy and staying dry — but we’re glad you were still able to observe them in their natural habitat. And spotting manatees on the way back is always a special bonus! Those moments never get old. We truly appreciate your comments about your guide’s knowledge. Our team takes great pride in sharing the wildlife, ecology, and stories of the river in a way that makes the experience meaningful and memorable. We’re also happy you enjoyed the lunch — a tasty Belizean meal is the perfect way to round out a day on the water. Thank you for the recommendation and for choosing to explore with us. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon!

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Ellen_S
February 8, 2026
Just OK

Nearly an hour each way to Monkey Island via bare bones motor boat and a bumpy ride. Stopped on the way to give a head count for lunch, which was not included in the tour price. Only 1 choice - rice & beans, fried plantain, chicken thigh and water for $10US We saw a handful of monkeys overhead, 2 crocs, 4 or 5 iguanas and 1 manatee. Lots of birds. The guide was very knowledgable tho a bit difficult to understand. Overall, the tour was ok. We came back with very achy backs.

Réponse de l'opérateur

Elllen, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We truly appreciate hearing both the positives and the areas where we can improve. Monkey River is approximately an hour each way by boat from Placencia. While many guests enjoy the scenic ride through the lagoon and along the coast, sea conditions can sometimes make the journey bumpy. We are sorry to hear you returned with achy backs — your comfort is important to us, and your comments are helpful as we continually evaluate the experience we provide. Regarding lunch, we stop at Miss Alice’s Restaurant in Monkey River Village. Ordering lunch there is an optional part of the program and reflects our commitment to supporting local, sustainable tourism. By visiting and dining in the village, we help contribute directly to the small community’s economy. The traditional Belizean plate (rice & beans, plantain, chicken, and water) is the standard offering, though we understand that additional variety may be appreciated and will keep that in mind. We’re pleased you were able to see monkeys, crocodiles, iguanas, a manatee, and many bird species. Wildlife sightings can vary from day to day, as this is a natural environment, but we always aim to make the outing educational and informative. Thank you as well for noting that your guide was knowledgeable — we will continue working on clarity and communication to ensure the experience is accessible and engaging for everyone. We value your honest feedback and appreciate you joining us. It helps us refine and improve the experience, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again in the future.

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