 Days
of Operation: Wednesdays, Saturdays & Sundays- Cockscomb Basin
Wildlife Sanctuary & Jaguar Preserve
Intensity: Moderate
Departure Time: 8:00 a.m.
Approx. Return Time: 3:00 p.m.
Food/Drinks: Light lunch, juice,
and water
What to Bring: Sturdy shoes, long
pants and shirt, bathing suit, towel, camera, sunscreen, insect repellent,
hat, binoculars, field guide.
 Description:
Near Hamanasi is the world's only jaguar preserve, the Cockscomb Basin
Wildlife Sanctuary. Ringed on three sides by the Maya Mountains and towering
Victoria's Peak, the Basin's 120,000 acres is also home to jaguarundi,
margays, ocelots, pumas, deer, howler monkeys and tapirs. This trip begins
with a stop at the traditional village of Maya Center where Mayan arts
and crafts are for sale. The park offers a wide variety of hikes, including
one to Ben's Bluff, which has a spectacular view of the entire Basin.
Another one is to a waterfall where you can dip in the refreshing waters.
Our knowledgeable guides identify the numerous plants, birds and fauna
of the pristine rainforest. With over 290 recorded species of birds, this
park is ideal for birders. As jaguars and other cats are nocturnal, it
is unlikely that you will see them, but you can spot fresh tracks. Bring
your binoculars -- as you trek through this rainforest you'll see a plethora
of birds and perhaps an elusive jaguar!
Please Note:
•A Belizean tour guide accompanies all tours.
•We cannot control the weather! It may rain for days and you
may experience the rainforest in the rain! Come prepared with adequate
rain gear and a positive attitude.
•Trip alterations may occur due to inclement weather or factors
beyond our control.
•Comfortable hiking shoes or sturdy tennis shoes are recommended
for most inland adventures. Open sandals are ideal for resort wear
and the beach.
•We have a healthy environment and creatures great and small
thrive. We recommend that you use insect repellent and sunscreen during
all inland adventures.
•The national parks of Belize encompass natural habitats for
wildlife such as tapir, jaguar, monkeys, snakes and crocodiles. Even
though all of the above animals have been seen by our guests, we cannot
guarantee that any specific wildlife will be spotted during your adventures.
•Hamanasi is not liable for any injury sustained on a tour.
•We promote low impact tourism and request that our guests only
walk on prepared trails in the jungle.
•As visitors in beautiful Belize we ask that you respect and
are sensitive to the local culture. |
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