Placencia Area Nature Attractions
, Victoria peak, Monkey
River, Placencia Lagoon, Red Bank, ancient Maya ruins and
Blue Creek Cave offer great opportunities for viewing Belize's
natural environment and are within easy reach from Placencia.
Howler monkeys, orchids, crocodiles, toucans, parrots,
manatees and dolphins are just some of the tropical flora
and fauna that might be just around the next bend.
Cockscomb Basin Wildlife
Sanctuary is said to have the densest population
of jaguars in existence. The sanctuary lies in a 100,000
acre
expanse of forest rimmed on three sides by mountainous
ridges. The basin has numerous trails offering adventurous
hikes,
waterfalls, canoeing, tubing and bird watching. Tubing
down the Cockscomb River is a favorite activity in
the afternoon.
Monkey River Tours promises sightings of howler monkeys, iguanas, exotic birds
and lots of tropical fauna. Monkey River Town is located
about 12 miles south of Placencia at the mouth of the
Monkey
River.
- Depending on the timing of food
sources, brightly colored Scarlet Macaws will make the
village of Redbank and
the
surrounding
mountains
and river areas...their home for 2 to 3 months of the year...as
they journey on their migratory route through Belize. They can be seen
flying in formations of 30 or 40 at a time.
Hiking along the Swazey River...with its ancient rock
formations, rushing clear waters and tumbling falls...is
an added delight to take in...as you watch for the colorful
Macaw.
, as you near the Toledo District, Nim
Li Punit, a Mayan ceremonial center known for
its carved stelae and Lubaantun,
the largest Maya site in southern Belize, along with Blue
Creek Cave, are popular attractions.
in a Kayak. Shallow water around the
mangrove islands make it possible to observe the underwater
lagoon life below, as well as the wildlife above.
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