Monkey River
A boat trip up the river to see howler monkeys, crocodiles, iguanas and manatees, followed by a rainforest hike. It's the peninsula's classic river day trip.
Monkey River lies about 20 km southwest of Placencia. The day trip starts with a speedboat ride along the coast to the river-mouth town of Monkey River, then continues upriver in another boat. Along both banks, mangroves and rainforest are home to black howler monkeys, American crocodiles, iguanas and kingfishers, and you may spot manatees near the river mouth. A walk of about an hour through the forest along the way is led by a guide who explains medicinal plants. Lunch is usually served at a family-run restaurant in the village. Wear waterproof shoes for the hike and bring mosquito protection.
Opening hours
Daytime only, with guided tour
Nearby sights
- Placencia Sidewalk
- Placencia Village Beach
- Seine Bight Village
- Placencia Lagoon
- Maya Beach
- Laughing Bird Caye National Park
- Ranguana Caye
- Nim Li Punit