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- Guided tour of The Belize Zoo, home to over 45 native species
- Thrilling cave tubing adventure through Belize’s sacred Maya underworld
- Small group experience (max 7 people) or private tour option available
- Complimentary refreshments and fruit punch provided
- Transportation from pick up point to the destinations
A wild encounter and a journey through ancient underworlds—all in one unforgettable day. Start your day by stepping into the heart of Belize’s wildlife conservation efforts at the ... moreworld-famous Belize Zoo. This beloved “zoo in the jungle” is home to over 150 native animals—none imported—all rescued or born in captivity. Wander lush forest trails as you meet Belize’s national animal, the tapir, hear the guttural calls of howler monkeys, and come face to face with jaguars, toucans, and crocodiles, all while your guide shares the fascinating stories behind the zoo’s mission and its animal ambassadors.
After your wildlife encounter, it's time to cool off and gear up for an adventure through time. Your guide will lead you on a 30-minute scenic hike through the rainforest to the entrance of Belize’s famed underground cave system. Once there, you'll be fitted with your safety gear—helmet, headlamp, inner tube, and life vest—before easing into the gentle, cool river.
As you float, the current carries you beneath cathedral-like limestone formations into ancient caves once revered by the Maya as sacred ceremonial sites. Your guide will illuminate the history, mythology, and geology of these awe-inspiring caverns, transforming your tubing experience into a journey through Belize’s deep past.
This tour blends thrill, culture, and nature, offering something for every kind of explorer—from wildlife lovers to adrenaline seekers and history buffs.
Type of Tour/Activity: Wildlife and Nature Encounters
Belize Zoo Adventure with Mayan Expeditions
Discover a zoo unlike any other at the Belize Zoo, where every animal is native to Belize’s lush landscapes. This sanctuary showcases the ... morecountry’s incredible biodiversity, featuring all five Belize wild cats—jaguar, ocelot, and more. With Mayan Expeditions, explore up close and marvel at these majestic creatures in their natural habitat.
Meet Belize’s Iconic Wildlife
Encounter endangered species like the vibrant Scarlet Macaw, Belize’s national bird—the Keel-billed Toucan—and the unique tapir, the country’s national animal. From towering jaguars to elusive reptiles, the Belize Zoo offers a thrilling glimpse into Belize’s rich wildlife and conservation efforts.
Why Visit the Belize Zoo?
Step into a living celebration of Belize’s natural heritage. Book your Belize Zoo adventure with Mayan Expeditions today and support a sanctuary dedicated to protecting these extraordinary species for the future.
Type of Tour/Activity: Wildlife and Nature Encounters Departs From: San Ignacio Town
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- Educational Experience
- Native animals of Belize
- Harpy Eagle
- 5 species of wild cats
- Swim at the Blue Hole Cenote
If you're looking for a fun and educational day trip from Hopkins or Placencia, a visit to the Belize Zoo is a must! This zoo is home to over 170 animals and is a great way to get ... moreup close and personal with some of Belize's most iconic wildlife.
The Belize Zoo was founded in 1983 as a sanctuary for animals that had been orphaned, rescued, or donated from other zoos. Unlike many traditional zoos, the animals at the Belize Zoo are all native to Belize, and the focus is on conservation and education rather than entertainment.
One of the highlights of the Belize Zoo is the opportunity to see Belize's big cats up close. The zoo is home to jaguars, ocelots, and pumas, and visitors can watch them lounging in the shade or prowling around their enclosures. There are also plenty of birds to see, including colorful toucans, parrots, and macaws. But the Belize Zoo isn't just about big cats and birds. You can also see monkeys, tapirs, crocodiles, and even a few snakes. One of the most popular exhibits is the harpy eagle, one of the largest and most powerful birds of prey in the world. The Belize Zoo is home to a breeding pair of these magnificent birds, and visitors can watch them swooping through the trees and perching on their branches.
After lunch, we will head to the Blue Hole National Park for a refreshing swim in the Blue Hole cenote or take pictures of the amazing scenery. Blue Hole Cenote was formed by the collapse of an underground limestone cave. The Blue Hole is located 45 minutes' drive from the Belize Zoo.
Your guide/driver will also give you the option to stop at Country Barn Ice-cream on the Hummingbird Highway.
Type of Tour/Activity: Wildlife and Nature Encounters
- Seeing Belize’s jaguars, tapirs, toucans, and scarlet macaws in their natural-style habitats
- Walking through lush trails with educational signs and interactive exhibits.
- Capturing memorable photos of wildlife up close.
- Learning fascinating facts about Belize’s native species and conservation efforts.
Support wildlife conservation while experiencing Belize’s native animals in their natural-style habitats! Dub as the best little zoo in the world, the Belize Zoo provides this ... moreincredible opportunity for visitors to get up close and be in the company of a wide variety of wild animals. Known for its protection and conservation of animals found in the jungle of Belize, visitors are completely satisfied and amazed after experiencing the Zoo. This tour starts in Belize City where after being picked up your train and licensed driver/guide will drive you just about 50 mins west for your guided tour of the Zoo. Along the way, you will be presented with valuable information about our country's rich culture and history. Once at the Zoo and after a chance to use the restroom your tour gets started of the zoo itself. As you walk from one display to another your tour guide will be giving you interesting information about each animal you will be seeing. You will be able to see most of the animals that are found in Belize and this region. After about an hour and a half, your tour is complete and you get a chance to look around the gift shop before making your way back to the City.
Type of Tour/Activity: Wildlife and Nature Encounters
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- Go beyond the regular walking tour of the zoo, and experience the jaguar encounter first hand.
- Marvel at the jaguars' pelt, touch her paws and learn about the many jaguars of Belize.
Enjoy the natural bliss and serenity of the “greatest little zoo in the world” on this fully guided excursion. You will learn about the native animals and plants found in the ecosystems ... moreof Belize. You will then be taken into the jaguar's cage to get the most intimate experience of your life. No worries, everything is safe! Thereafter stop at the Belize sign for a fun family or group photo to end the day.
Type of Tour/Activity: Wildlife and Nature Encounters
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- close up experience
- encounters available
- almost natural habitats
Experience the intimacy of Central America's smallest zoo, where native Belizean animals and birds thrive in their natural habitats. Each species is eager to share its unique narrative ... morewith you. Consult with your guide to arrange exclusive encounters, including: The Tapir Encounter, featuring feeding and petting opportunities;
Type of Tour/Activity: Wildlife and Nature Encounters
- National Bird & Animal
- Variety of flora & fauna
The trip to the zoo is approximately 45 minutes from Belize City. We will do pickup from any location in Belize City upon your request. The journey takes us onto the George Highway ... moreand drives for about 25 miles in our comfortable air condition vans.
Type of Tour/Activity: Jungle and Rainforest Adventures
- Tropical Education Center
- Home to a variety of animals
The Belize Zoo and Tropical Education Center were started in 1983, as a last-ditch effort to provide a home for a collection of wild animals that had been used in making documentary ... morefilms about tropical forests.
Today, The Belize Zoo and Tropical Education Center have settled upon 29 acres of tropical savanna and exhibits over 150 animals, representing over 45 species, all native to Belize. The zoo keeps animals that were orphaned, rescued, born at the zoo, rehabilitated animals, or sent to The Belize Zoo as donations from other zoological institutions.
Type of Tour/Activity: Jungle and Rainforest Adventures
Take pictures of animals you only get to see in Belize. The Belize Zoo and Tropical Education Center started in 1983 with only a collection of wild animals that were used in making ... morea documentary film about tropical forests. The animals who reside here were orphaned, born at the zoo, rehabilitated animals, or sent here as gifts, from other zoological institutions.
Type of Tour/Activity: Jungle and Rainforest Adventures Departs From: San Pedro (Ambergris Caye)
Kid Friendly
Your friendly Tour Guide will meet guests at Fort Street Tourism Village in Belize City and then will commence the tour by welcoming them to beautiful sunny Belize. He will then make ... morehis way through Belize City while giving them some brief history about Belize. He will then proceed on the George Price Highway which is a 40-minute drive out of the City and inform them about who George Price was and what he has done for our country.
Along the highway, guests will be able to see some small communities and some flora and fauna along the highways as well as some wetlands. You will then arrive at the Belize Zoo where your tour guide will allow you some time to use the restroom before you start the tour for about an hour.
At the Belize Zoo, you will be able to see some native animals to Belize as well as some troublesome animals such as Jaguars and Crocodiles that were harming the livestock of our farmers. Some were donated to the Belize Zoo because they were illegal to have as pets, and others were rescued from the wild. From there you will continue on your way to Jaguar Paw where you will enjoy both the Rain Forest and the Underworld of the Mayas as you hike for about 30 minutes through the Rain Forest and your guide will point out different medicinal plants and their benefits that were once used by the Mayas and locals today.
After your 30-minute hike, you will then sit in an inner tube and enjoy the refreshing cold river water that will carry you through the cave system. Your Guide will do all the work for you while he entertains and guides you through the cave system for about 2 hours. After your tour is finished you will then have lunch and make your way back to Belize City where you will be taken back to the Fort Street Tourism Village.
Notes:
Children must be 40" or taller to be able to cave tube.
This tour is available to cruise ship passengers and overnight guests.
Type of Tour/Activity: Wildlife and Nature Encounters
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