About this experience
Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary has the world’s highest concentration of big cats in the world. In addition to jaguars, this 98 000 acre Jaguar Reserve is home to jaguarondis, pumas, ocelots and margays. There is also a lot of “cat food” to be found including agouties, anteaters, armadillos, tapirs, brocket deer, coatis, kinkajous, otters, pacas, and peccaries and a troop of howler monkeys. Lots of birds can be seen while hiking in this beautiful wildlife refuge. Your licensed guide will show and describe many of the plants and trees and the uses the Maya made of them and will help you spot the birds, insects and animals resident in the Jaguar Preserve.
At a glance
- Duration: 8 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 8 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Local guides to help you plan
Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary Guide
Plan a thoughtful visit to Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary in Belize, with practical guidance on wildlife expectations, road access, insects, guided evening visits, packing, accessibility, and responsible travel.
What is included
- Snacks
- Lunch
- Transport by air-conditioned van
- Tour Guide.
- Water.
- All taxes, fees and handling charges.
Not included
- Gratuity
- Alcoholic drinks.
- US$ 10.00 per person for pickup/drop off north of Placencia Village.
Itinerary and highlights
Hiking paths at Cockscombs Basin range from easy to strenuous. A typical tour is an easy hike along the River Walk trail to learn about the plants, trees and the uses the Maya made of them. Along the way, you will see birds, insects and animal residents in the Jaguar Preserve. After Lunch, enjoy river tubing and a 20 minutes hike to swim in the cool pool below the waterfalls. If you are looking for more of a workout, request the Tiger Fern or Ben's Bluff trail where you can enjoy a panoramic view of Victoria Peak and Outlier.
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- We text guests to arrange time and place for pickup along the Placencia Peninsula. We also, provide pick up at he Hopkins Junction.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Splash Dive Center Limited (but shown as Splash Dive Shop on Trip Advisor)
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Infant meals not included.
- Hiking trails range from moderate to rigorous and can be muddy after rains
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Questions about this experience
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