Altun Ha and Birding Tour

Listing Type
Tour/Activity
Type of Tour/Activity
Mayan Ruins and Archaeological Sites
Tour Type
Cruise Excursion
Main Activity
Ruins Exploration
Departs From
Start Point
Belize City
Intensity Level
Easy
$
80
/ Person
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About Listing
Features:
Avifauna, Archaeological Reserve
Description
This tour is offered to capture both the wonderful world of the Maya and some of the amazing birds of Belize. The tour begins with pickup at your hotel, cruise ship, or airport. We head to the old northern highway en route to the ancient Mayan City of Altun Ha, once a major trading city in the Mayan World and home to the famous jade head of Kinich Ahau. Passing through the savannas of northern Belize we may encounter the magnificent Jabiru, Black-throated Bobwhites, and Vermilion Flycatchers. Leaving the savanna we pass through the old logging settlements of Luckystrike and Rockstone Pond and unto Altun Ha. At the site itself, our expert guide will provide you with a well-informed tour of the ancient city by pointing out birds that may be passing over; such as King Vultures, White-crowned Parrots, and Montezuma Oropendolas. Following the tour of the main site, we will take the trail to an ancient pond that was built by the people of Altun Ha to provide water during the dry season. Along the way, the broadleaf forest will provide us with species such as Golden-Olive Woodpeckers, Royal Flycatchers, Black-headed Trogons, and our national bird the Keel-billed Toucan. At the pond, we'll come across Green and Ringed Kingfishers, Anhingas, Green Herons, and even the surprise treat of a Morelet's Crocodile. After finishing up the tour we will head back to your drop-off location.
 
Suitable for:
Teens
Adults
Groups
Couples
Seniors
What is Included?
Things the supplier includes without any extra cost.
  • Lunch
  • Water
  • Entrance fees
  • Expert Bird Guide
  • Detailed species list
What to bring?
Recommended items to bring on the trip.
  • Binoculars
  • Bugspray
  • Camera
Rates
The base rates charged by the provider. This includes all taxes and applicable fees.
Capacity:
6 people
Minimum:
4 people
Minimum number of people.
Price
Unless otherwise indicated, prices are in US dollars.
Per
Price
Unless otherwise indicated, prices are in US dollars.
Person
$
80
Activities
Birding, Learning, Sightseeing
Transportation
Is Transportation provided?:
Yes
Availability
Schedule
Dates
Daily
Payment & Cancellation
Cancellation Policy
Flexible
  • Cancellations made 15 days before will be fully refunded except for a service fee of 3%.
  • Cancellations made 7 days before will be refunded 70% of the amount paid.
  • Cancellations made at a later date will not be refunded.
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