Monkey River Nature Tour

Listing Type
Tour/Activity
Type of Tour/Activity
Jungle and Rainforest Adventures
Tour Type
Inland, Nature
Main Activity
Wildlife Watching
Departs From
Start Point
Hopkins
Intensity Level
Easy
$
153
-
$
260
/ Person
Trusted Provider
Roots & Reef Experience B
Avg. Response:
2 hours
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About Listing
Features:
River
Highlights
  • Adventure through the pristine Monkey River
Description
The village is bordered on the west by riverine forests-a good place for experiencing the Belizean jungle.

River tours, led by one of the tour guides in the village, wind upriver through mangrove channels and broadleaf forest. This gives you a chance to see beautiful riverine forests and wildlife in the comfort of a skiff. As you glide by, iguanas dive into the water, troops of howler monkeys race through the trees; birds dart from tree to tree, and crocodiles sun along the banks of the river.

Stop for a hike through the jungle. Your guide will point out herbal medicines, tarantulas, crocodiles, snakes, howler monkeys, and various birds including toucans and oropendolas. If lucky, you may spot a deer, tapir, or even a jaguar.
Several mangrove Cayes lie off the river mouth. One island is a bird sanctuary for many wading birds such as egrets and herons. The birds congregate in huge numbers to roost for the night.
 
Suitable for:
Kids
Teens
Adults
Families
Groups
Couples
Seniors
Recommended Age Range:
Under 10
11 - 20
21 - 30
31 - 40
41 - 50
Over 50
What is Included?
Things the supplier includes without any extra cost.
  • Snacks
  • Water
  • Lunch
Rates
The base rates charged by the provider. This includes all taxes and applicable fees.
Capacity:
8 people
Minimum:
1 person
Minimum number of people.
Price
Unless otherwise indicated, prices are in US dollars.
Per
Price
Unless otherwise indicated, prices are in US dollars.
Description
Person
$
260
1 pax
Person
$
160
2 pax
Person
$
153
3-8 pax
Transportation
Is Transportation provided?:
Yes
Availability
Schedule
Dates
Start Time
Duration
Daily7:30 AM6 hrs
Provider
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Roots and Reef Experiences is immersive travel services company. Roots and Reef Experiences is geared towards promoting immersive exploration of indigenous cultures and the beauty ... moreof nature and reef in Belize, Latin America and the Caribbean. Empowering travellers through a shared experience of historical & traditional legacy, knowledge, music, culture, food, dance and dives.

Roots and Reef Experiences works with all of the indigenous cultures of Belize, Lantin America and the Caribbean including Creole, Mestizo, Maya, and Garifuna in an effort to improve cross-cultural awareness and improved understanding of heritage and the connectivity to nature. Instead of drive-by visits or tourist trap-style fake cultural performances, Belize Cultural Adventure Travel Services works directly with the indigenous cultures to help them preserve and protect their ancient traditions.

Activities offered by Roots and Reef Experiences include excursions, workshops, travel abroad international travel experiences for students on making traditional foods from scratch, village home stays, and music, dance performances, dives, snorkelling and fishing.

At Roots and Reef Experiences, the empowerment of local communities comes first. That's why a portion of all proceeds goes towards funding an annual cultural entrepreneurship and indigenous cultural preservation summer camp.

Roots and Reef Experiences is a sister company of the Palmento Grove Eco Cultural & Healing Institute located in Hopkins, Belize, which is a Garifuna community that actively works to protect and promote traditional Garifuna culture.
Account Type:
Tour Operator
Gold Certified:
Yes
Service Types:
Tours | Activities, Shuttles, Accommodation, Vacation Packages, Cruise Excursions, Private Guides
Payment & Cancellation
Cancellation Policy
Moderate
  • Cancellations made 90 days before will be fully refunded except for a service fee of 3%.
  • Cancellations made 15 days before will be refunded 50% of the amount paid.
  • Cancellations made at a later date will not be refunded.
Terms & Conditions
  • Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Adult pricing applies to all travelers
  • Minimum drinking age is 18 years
  • Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at the time of booking
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
  • Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
 
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