Punta de Manabique Wildlife Refuge
Refugio de Vida Silvestre Punta de Manabique
A remote peninsula wildlife refuge on the north side of Amatique Bay, with mangroves, lagoons and Caribbean beaches that few people visit.
Punta de Manabique is a peninsula that extends into the Caribbean from the north side of Amatique Bay. It is a wildlife refuge and a Ramsar Wetland of International Importance, with mangroves, lagoons, wetland forests and long sandy beaches. It is home to manatees, crocodiles, sea turtles and many waterbirds. There are almost no tourist facilities. Visitors usually charter a boat from Puerto Barrios or Livingston, stop briefly at a fishing village, birdwatch and swim. They can also contact local community organizations for eco-tours. Trips must be arranged in advance, and the main cost is the boat charter.
Opening hours
Daytime (boat charter required)
Nearby sights
- Livingston Town & Garifuna Culture
- Siete Altares
- Río Dulce Canyon Boat Trip
- Río Tatín & Ak' Tenamit
- Playa Blanca
- El Golfete & Biotopo Chocón Machacas
- Río Dulce Town (Fronteras) & Bridge
- Castillo de San Felipe de Lara