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Altun Ha, Birdwatching at Crooked Tree V.i.V.
(6) Reviews
Belize District
About
On August 22, 1998, Crooked Tree Wildlife Sanctuary was declared Belize's first Ramsar site based on the wetland's significance, especially as waterfowl habitat. the Lagoon host of hundreds of Birds especially during the dry season, featuring Storks, herons, egrets, kites, hawks, parrots and so much more, the maya site of Altun Ha can be viewed year round, rain or shine. The slow drive takes you around the City of Belize, view the BELIZE sign, colonial style architure residences, Lindberg Landing, fruit trees, flowering plants, birds, the Old Belize River, rural communities, small farms, various species of Birds, unique native trees and plants, orchids and bromeliads, tour the Ancient city o...
Highlights
From 6 hours to 8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
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Mobile Ticket
From 6 hours to 8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Avoid Queues
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
local Belizean Rice and beans with stew chicken and veg cole slaw
Driver/ Tour guide service
Bring Refillable water bottles, avoid disposing water bottles
Maya Site Tour
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Belize Welcome Sign
the guides with the V.i.V. sign will be at the BELIZE sign
Return
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Children must be accompanied by an adult
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bring refillable water bottles, disposable ones are not allowed on reserves
bring poncho, umbrella, change of clothing for rainy day visit
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wear proper footwear for walking on uneven paths, no flip flops
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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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.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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The drive passes thru rural villages, grassland savannah, mangrove forest and the Rain Forest and arriving at the Maya Pyramids of Altun Ha.
Then we walk to this first Plaza we see and share information of the findings of the archaeological excavations that occurred during 1964 to 1974 Field seasons.
The tour continues to the second plaza featuring the residential area where excavations found skeleton remains in the rooms and artefacts such as polychrome vessels.
Then the highlight of the day, approaching the Sun Temple with mask of gods and at the summit the pyramid is the sacrificial altar. the guide shares more information of the vast wealth of findings found inside this structure including our most precious stone the Jade Head, the largest carved object found in the maya world. After enjoying the views from up top, it’s time to come back down, return to the van for the drive back to the city.
1 hour and 40 minutes
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Crooked Tree Wildlife Sanctuary
On August 22, 1998, Crooked Tree Wildlife Sanctuary was declared Belize's first Ramsar site based on the wetland's significance, especially as waterfowl habitat. The Jabiru stork is Crooked Tree's most famous resident. Belize has the largest nesting population of these great birds in all of Central America. Jabiru storks arrive in November to nest in the lowland pine savannas. Two pairs of Jabiru storks are known to nest within the Sanctuary. After the young fledge, in April and May, the birds from the northern and central parts of Belize congregate at Crooked Tree lagoons. When the rains come, the birds leave
2 hours
Altun Ha, Birdwatching at Crooked Tree V.i.V.
(6) Reviews
Belize District
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$229.00
Price varies by group size
About
On August 22, 1998, Crooked Tree Wildlife Sanctuary was declared Belize's first Ramsar site based on the wetland's significance, especially as waterfowl habitat. the Lagoon host of hundreds of Birds especially during the dry season, featuring Storks, herons, egrets, kites, hawks, parrots and so much more, the maya site of Altun Ha can be viewed year round, rain or shine. The slow drive takes you around the City of Belize, view the BELIZE sign, colonial style architure residences, Lindberg Landing, fruit trees, flowering plants, birds, the Old Belize River, rural communities, small farms, various species of Birds, unique native trees and plants, orchids and bromeliads, tour the Ancient city o...
Highlights
From 6 hours to 8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Avoid Queues
Mobile Ticket
From 6 hours to 8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Avoid Queues
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
local Belizean Rice and beans with stew chicken and veg cole slaw
Driver/ Tour guide service
Bring Refillable water bottles, avoid disposing water bottles
Maya Site Tour
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Belize Welcome Sign
the guides with the V.i.V. sign will be at the BELIZE sign