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9-Day Private Birding Tour Across Belize

A private birding circuit through southern forests, western Belize and the wetlands and Maya landscapes of the north.

  • Belize
  • 9 days
  • Group 2+ people
  • From: USD 3,149
  • Dates on request
  • Private tour
  • Pace: Flexible private birding pace with time for observation and photography.
  • Language: English
  • City: San Ignacio
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9-Day Private Birding Tour Across Belize
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About this tour

This nine-day private route connects three contrasting regions of Belize. It begins in the southern forests around Bocawina and Cockscomb, continues to Blue Hole National Park and the San Ignacio area, and finishes with wetland birding at Crooked Tree and a river journey to Lamanai.

Guided walks, a night outing, archaeological sites and varied forest and wetland habitats create a broad introduction to Belizean birdlife. The daily plan remains flexible around current access, weather and the group’s target birds.

Planning a wider trip? Read our birdwatching guide to Belize.

Itinerary

Day 1
Airport to Bocawina
Mayflower Bocawina National Park

Meet the guide at the airport and bird during the drive south to Bocawina, with an evening field session if arrival time permits.

Accommodation: Selected lodges across southern, western and northern Belize
Double occupancy, with a separate single-traveler rate. The route uses lodge stays around Bocawina, San Ignacio and Crooked Tree.
Day 2
Cockscomb Basin
Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary

Spend the morning birding forest trails in Cockscomb for guans, curassows, manakins, tanagers, oropendolas and antbirds.

Accommodation: Selected lodges across southern, western and northern Belize
Double occupancy, with a separate single-traveler rate. The route uses lodge stays around Bocawina, San Ignacio and Crooked Tree.
Day 3
Blue Hole National Park and San Ignacio
St. Herman’s Blue Hole National Park

Travel inland for a birding stop at Blue Hole National Park, then continue to the San Ignacio area and explore the lodge grounds.

Accommodation: Selected lodges across southern, western and northern Belize
Double occupancy, with a separate single-traveler rate. The route uses lodge stays around Bocawina, San Ignacio and Crooked Tree.
Day 4
Mountain Pine Ridge
Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve

Visit pine forest and falls for warblers, woodpeckers, orioles, tanagers and raptors, with a packed lunch in the field.

Accommodation: Selected lodges across southern, western and northern Belize
Double occupancy, with a separate single-traveler rate. The route uses lodge stays around Bocawina, San Ignacio and Crooked Tree.
Day 5
Crystal Paradise and night birding

Bird the lodge grounds during the morning, leave time for a relaxed midday break, and join an evening night outing.

Accommodation: Selected lodges across southern, western and northern Belize
Double occupancy, with a separate single-traveler rate. The route uses lodge stays around Bocawina, San Ignacio and Crooked Tree.
Day 6
Caracol and Mountain Pine Ridge
Caracol Archaeological Reserve

Travel through pine forest to Caracol for rainforest birding and a visit to the Maya site, with possible stops at Rio Frio Cave and Rio On Pools.

Accommodation: Selected lodges across southern, western and northern Belize
Double occupancy, with a separate single-traveler rate. The route uses lodge stays around Bocawina, San Ignacio and Crooked Tree.
Day 7
Monkey Bay and Crooked Tree
Crooked Tree Wildlife Sanctuary

Travel north with a birding stop at Monkey Bay Wildlife Sanctuary, then settle near Crooked Tree for an evening session.

Accommodation: Selected lodges across southern, western and northern Belize
Double occupancy, with a separate single-traveler rate. The route uses lodge stays around Bocawina, San Ignacio and Crooked Tree.
Day 8
Lamanai by river
Lamanai

Drive to Orange Walk and continue by boat to Lamanai, watching river birds before exploring the archaeological site. Return to Crooked Tree for the night.

Accommodation: Selected lodges across southern, western and northern Belize
Double occupancy, with a separate single-traveler rate. The route uses lodge stays around Bocawina, San Ignacio and Crooked Tree.
Day 9
Crooked Tree and airport transfer
Crooked Tree Wildlife Sanctuary

Use the final morning for birding as time allows, then transfer to the international airport.

Locations & map

  • Mayflower Bocawina National Park - Stann Creek District Belize
  • Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary - Stann Creek District Belize
  • St. Herman’s Blue Hole National Park - Cayo District Belize
  • Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve - Cayo District Belize
  • Caracol Archaeological Reserve - Cayo District Belize
  • Crooked Tree Wildlife Sanctuary - Belize District Belize
  • Lamanai - Orange Walk District Belize

Availability & pricing

Availability: Available on request · Season: Available on request; timing is confirmed around local conditions and guide availability.

Package Amount
Per person sharing a double room USD 3,149 / person
Single traveler USD 4,359 / person

Included

  • Private transport and local guiding - Covers the complete circuit.
  • Eight nights accommodation - Lodging follows the southern, western and northern route.
  • Park and tour fees - For the listed visits, including the Lamanai boat journey.
  • Meals stated in the itinerary - Exact meal plan is reconfirmed before booking.

Not included

  • Optional attractions and meals not stated - Optional stops and any separate beach stay are not included unless agreed.
  • Flights, insurance and personal expenses - Not included.

Transport & stays

  • Private road vehicle and Lamanai river boat The itinerary includes airport transfers, inter-region road travel and the Lamanai boat journey. | Meet: Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport | Pickup: Arrival and departure transfers follow the confirmed flight schedule.

Accommodations

  • Selected lodges across southern, western and northern Belize (days 1-8) Double occupancy, with a separate single-traveler rate.

Policies & FAQ

Payment Terms

Prices shown are based on two travelers sharing transport and one double room and are reconfirmed after inquiry.

Insurance & Safety

Travel insurance suitable for guided outdoor activities is recommended.
Expect heat, humidity, rain, insects, uneven trails, night walking and boat travel. Follow the guide’s instructions and bring suitable footwear and weather protection.

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Ask about this tour before booking. Your preferred date is optional and availability will be confirmed after your inquiry.

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