Monkey River & Manatee Watch
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About This Experience in Placencia
Why Visit Placencia?
Placencia, Belize offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Placencia provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Placencia
You can reach Placencia, Belize by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- National Park fees
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Driver/guide
- Lunch
- Landing and facility fees
- Local taxes
- Environmental Management Charge (Reef Tax)
What's Not Included
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
Monkey river and Manatee watchAddress: Captain Jak's, Placencia, Belize Directions: Main Street,
End Point
Monkey river and Manatee watchAddress: Captain Jak's, Placencia, Belize Directions: Main Street,
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available or meet at start point
Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
Monkey river and Manatee watch is the most popular tour out of Placencia
Monkey river and Manatee watch is the most popular tour out of Placencia! This tour departs at 9am, with complimentary pick-up from your hotel if needed. Enjoy a 40-minute boat ride through the mangroves and Caribbean Sea to enter the mouth of Monkey River at Monkey River Village. On your boat ride down the Monkey River, watch for the wildlife of Belize - birds, iguanas, snakes, crocodiles and the stars of the tour - howler monkeys. Jump in for a swim in the river...if you dare! Then return to Monkey River Village to enjoy a native lunch. Top off the trip with a stop for manatee watching on the way back to Placencia. See how many you can spot before they go back under!
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
How do I book this tour?
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
