Howler Monkey Sanctuary
Experience Black Howler monkeys up close and personal on this fun, family-friendly excursion into the rainforest of Belize.
Your adventure on this Belize excursion begins as you take a one hour scenic journey through the beautiful Belizean countryside on your way to the rainforest. As the Savannah lands meld away to the jungle you will be greeted by the loud, guttural howls of over 2,000 Black Howler monkeys. The loudest of all mammals, Black Howler monkeys have calls that can be heard up to three miles away and were used as the T-Rex call in the movie Jurassic Park . These endangered animals, lovingly referred to as Baboons by the locals, are vegetarian in nature and live in groups of 4 to 12 individuals. Upon arrival, you will be given a short, 20-minute introduction and then you will be permitted to walk around the Community Baboon Sanctuary. Observe the Black Howler monkeys in the trees above you amidst iguanas, birds and other animals. Your knowledgeable guide will coax them down for food or even a photo with you! Find out fascinating monkey facts as you watch them nest and climb along the trees for food. Stop in the museum to view the informative displays and pick up a tee shirt or two in the gift shop. You will spend about one hour at the sanctuary before heading back to the cruise pier. This standard Belize tour is 3.5 hours long and has limited wheelchair transportation; however, guests must be able to walk over certain terrains including trekking down a slope. Semi-domesticated black Howler monkeys are only found in Belize - sign up now to guarantee your turn to see and hear these popular animals in person.
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- Operated by
- Shore Excursions Group
- An approximately 2-minute walk from the cruise ship tender pier.
- Comfortable, weather appropriate clothing, insect repellent, a cap, sunscreen, sunglasses and walking shoes. Camera for photos.
- Guests must be able to step in and out of the vehicle. The tour vehicle can accommodate one (1) collapsible wheelchair/walker; however, guests must be able to walk over certain terrains including trekking down a slope.
Excursion purchases are fully refundable outside of 14 days prior to the tour date. Beginning on the 14th day prior to the tour date, excursion purchases are non-refundable.