Monkey River Wildlife Encounters e Manatee Watch
Descrizione
Una mezz'ora di divertente giro in barca tra le mangrovie ti porta al villaggio di Monkey River, dove ti dirigerai a risalire verso la foresta pluviale incontaminata. Aspettatevi di vedere coccodrilli, enormi iguane sui rami degli alberi che si espongono al sole, tartarughe e molte specie di uccelli tropicali. Upriver, la tua guida autorizzata ti condurrà nella foresta pluviale alla ricerca di scimmie urlatrici. Niente di quello che hai letto potrebbe prepararti all'avventura di ascoltare queste scimmie per la prima volta ... devi solo provarlo! In questa dolce escursione, la guida indicherà anche le diverse piante e alberi, molti dei quali sono usati come medicina dai medici del bush locale. Durante la tua escursione attraverso la giungla oltre il fiume, potrai avvistare i grani (ora conosciuti come ratti reali da quando la regina Elisabetta vi pranzò), cervi, ocelot, pecari, tapiri, coatimundis e agoutis. Acquista un vero pranzo Kriol al ristorante della signorina Alice a Monkey River prima di recarti a un orologio di tricheco sulla via del ritorno a Placencia.
Opzioni del tour
Itinerario
Parti da Placencia Village alle 08:00 per un giro in barca lungo la costa sfrecciando tra le mangrovie. Sosta a Monkey River Town per ordinare il pranzo da consumare durante il viaggio di ritorno. Puoi aspettarti di vedere coccodrilli, enormi iguane sui rami degli alberi che prendono il sole, tartarughe e molte specie di uccelli tropicali. A monte, la tua guida autorizzata ti condurrà nella foresta pluviale alla ricerca di scimmie urlatrici che comunicano tra loro per dichiarare il loro territorio. Niente di quello che leggi potrebbe prepararti all'avventura di ascoltare queste scimmie per la prima volta... devi solo provarlo! La tua guida indicherà anche le diverse piante e alberi, molti dei quali sono usati come medicine dai dottori locali. Potresti avvistare gibnuts (ora noto come topo reale poiché la regina Elisabetta ci pranzò), cervi, ocelot, pecari, tapiri, coatimundis e agoutis. abbondante fauna selvatica. Fermati al ristorante di Miss Alice a Monkey River prima di andare a guardare un lamantino sulla via del ritorno a Placencia.
Punti salienti
Cosa è incluso
Luoghi e orari di ritiro
Mandiamo un sms agli ospiti per organizzare l'orario e il luogo per il ritiro. Offriamo pick-up e drop off gratuiti lungo la strada principale nel Placencia Village, ma addebitiamo US $ 10,00 a persona per il pickup / drop off a nord del Placencia Village.
Valutazioni dei viaggiatori
Informazioni importanti
- Adatto a tutti i livelli di forma fisica
- I bambini devono essere accompagnati da un adulto.
- I pasti non sono inclusi - la tradizione è quella di supportare il Monkey River Village per comprare il pranzo lì.
- Indossa scarpe che non ti interessano se si bagnano, per la tranquilla passeggiata nella parte della giungla del tour.
- Camicie a maniche lunghe e pantaloni lunghi e spray antizanzare possono essere necessari in alcuni periodi dell'anno.
Recensioni(80)
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.
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!
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!
We had wonderful bird and wildlife viewing, from howlers to manatees to herons and ibis. What a beautiful country you have.
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!
We saw all the animals and had a fantastic trip.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
