Belize Bird Watching Tours

Belize Birding Tours

Belize offers bird enthusiasts the opportunity to observe over 570 species of our feathered friends. Because of Belize’s protected rainforests and small population, we have a vast number of undisturbed habitats where tropical birds flock and thrive. Our country has become a favorite among not only birders, but nature lovers of all kinds.

The natural vegetation of fruit, berry, and nut trees along the banks of many Belize rivers are home to an abundance of nests. You will see a mixture of keel-billed toucans (Belize’s national bird!), green herons, pale-billed woodpeckers, squirrel cuckoos, hummingbirds, and much more while on our Belize bird watching tours.

Click here for a list of Birds of Belize that you can print and check off on your vacation with us.

Sittee River Bird Watching Tour

Bird watch along the banks of Sittee River

Just before daybreak, venture to Sittee River to observe some of Belize’s most exotic birds. A birder’s paradise indeed, the lush vegetation of Sittee River attracts a majority of the 500 known species of birds in Belize. Situated along the riverbanks between the Caribbean coast and the mountainous rainforest, Sittee River’s location makes these diverse habitats easily accessible to serious and novice bird watchers alike. Our knowledgeable and friendly guides will be sure to point out a variety of species.

Timetable: 24 hours noticed required
Departure Time: 5:00am
Return Time: 7:00 am
Travel Time: 15 minutes each way
Included: transportation, certified guide, and taxes & fees

What to bring: bug repellent, camera, binoculars, sturdy hiking shoes or tennis shoes, bird identification book, water bottles, and power/granola bars

This is a specialty tour:
The Sittee River Bird Watching Tour is not included in our all inclusive packages.

Pricing:
US$100 per person (2 person minimum)

Macaw Birding Tour

Catch a glimpse of the endangered Scarlet Macaw!

Depart from Belizean Dreams Resort and drive down the Southern Highway to the Mayan Village of Red Bank. Begin with a hike along Belize jungle trails while keeping a sharp eye out for the vibrant and extremely loud Scarlet Macaws! Their raucous cry can be heard over long distances. From the valley, the path turns up a steep hill where these beautiful birds can best be seen feeding in the nearby trees. Continue your journey to a beautiful river, ideal for swimming.

Timetable: 24 hours noticed required (available December through February)
Departure Time: 5:00 am
Return Time: 11:00am
Travel Time: 60 minutes each way
Included: transportation, certified guide, and taxes & fees

What to bring: bug repellent, camera, binoculars, sturdy hiking shoes or tennis shoes, swimwear, towel, water bottles, and power/granola bars

This is a specialty tour:
The Macaw Birding Tour is not included in our all inclusive packages.

Pricing:
US$120 per person (4 person minimum)

Scheduled tours are included in various all-inclusive packages.
Specialty Tours are not included in our all inclusive packages but can be booked separately by guests. Any additional tours and services are confirmed and billed by the front desk.
Kindly review our tour policies, which are listed on our policies page. The Deep Sea Fishing Tour has its own policy, which can be found on the Deep Sea Fishing Tour page.