Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary and Jaguar Preserve
Overview
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- Local guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Entry/Admission - Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Preserve
What to expect
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Barefoot Rental and Services, Main Street, Placencia Belize
Your guide will pick you up from either Hopkins or Placencia.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Preserve, Mile 12 Southern Hwy, Dangriga Belize
Tour Guide begins with a tour briefing. Once we arrive at Maya Center, park tickets are purchased. The 6 miles into the jungle continue until arriving at the visitors center. At this point the group discuss the park history and importance. We quickly decide on the trail we will take and head out. River Tubing is a major highlight of this day in the Jaguar Preserve and this is usually done first. with the selection of rubber tube to enjoy the river, the group hikes for about 40 minutes to the river. Reminder of how to manage river tubing as a team on this river is highlighted. The wet and wild fun continues for another 35 mins. with exiting the river, the rubber tubes are stocked and another hike begins. Group hikes for 15 mins to the waterfall. The spectacular Ben' Bluff waterfall is enjoyed, after which the group hikes back to the visitors center where we make our way back to Placencia.
Duration: 4 hours
Additional information
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
- Dress code: cool/light clothing for the jungle. Wear bathing suit under.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Ian, our guide, was a superior tour guide: friendly, careful, attentive, safety-conscious, very knowledgeable about locale, history, nature. We were picked up as planned and drove to the Cockcomb nature preserve. Hiked to the put-in and rode the tubes peacefully down the river. The hike to the ...
Ian, our guide, was a superior tour guide: friendly, careful, attentive, safety-conscious, very knowledgeable about locale, history, nature. We were picked up as planned and drove to the Cockcomb nature preserve. Hiked to the put-in and rode the tubes peacefully down the river. The hike to the waterfall was a bit more challenging, but worth it.Pablo picked us up at our resort in town and drove us out to the preserve then river tubing and finally the Che’il Mayan Chocolate factory. He was super informative about nature and history and very careful regarding our safety. The trails were wet muddy, and full of all the delight and haz...
Pablo picked us up at our resort in town and drove us out to the preserve then river tubing and finally the Che’il Mayan Chocolate factory. He was super informative about nature and history and very careful regarding our safety. The trails were wet muddy, and full of all the delight and hazards the jungle has to offer. The river tubing was spectacular! Lots of birds and very relaxing. I didn't think I'd enjoy the factory as much as I did. It is a small family owned business and everything was exceptionally interesting. Who knew chocolate was a fruit? Even with 3 tours in one we were back by 430. His choice of a roadside cafe for lunch was also much enjoyed. Thanks folks!Our tour guide Ian was exceptionally knowledgeable on the Cockscomb Basin environment and Belizean history. He was very accommodating. We had an amazing day together. The hike and swim in the waterfall was refreshing. We recommend Ian for future tours.
Our tour guide Ian was exceptionally knowledgeable on the Cockscomb Basin environment and Belizean history. He was very accommodating. We had an amazing day together. The hike and swim in the waterfall was refreshing. We recommend Ian for future tours.I would highly recommend Barefoot for all of your travel needs. This tour was exceptional, we enjoyed the narration during transport and the knowledgeable guide during our hike. There were no surprises, the explanation is pretty spot on. Great people who are proud of the region and it shows.
I would highly recommend Barefoot for all of your travel needs. This tour was exceptional, we enjoyed the narration during transport and the knowledgeable guide during our hike. There were no surprises, the explanation is pretty spot on. Great people who are proud of the region and it shows.We had three high school student groups visit the Jaguar Preserve for the tour and river float in June and July 2021. The students really enjoyed the visit and learning more about the preserve from their tour guides. The guides were engaging and did an excellent job of educating the group on the ...
We had three high school student groups visit the Jaguar Preserve for the tour and river float in June and July 2021. The students really enjoyed the visit and learning more about the preserve from their tour guides. The guides were engaging and did an excellent job of educating the group on the local wildlife and plants. Even though the water level in the river was a little low, our students still had a great time and it was both a fun and relaxing addition to the tour.Had a wonderful day with Ian and Barefoot hiking Cockscomb Basin. The company is taking COVID very seriously and made us feel safe the entire day. Ian was so knowledgeable and made our day memorable and fun. Highly recommend this tour operator!
Had a wonderful day with Ian and Barefoot hiking Cockscomb Basin. The company is taking COVID very seriously and made us feel safe the entire day. Ian was so knowledgeable and made our day memorable and fun. Highly recommend this tour operator!