Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary, [1] is in Stann Creek, Belize.
Understand[edit]
This a 128,000 acre (52,000 ha) park that protects jaguars, Baird's tapirs, and other forest creatures.
History[edit]
Landscape[edit]
Flora and fauna[edit]
There is good birdwatching.
Climate[edit]
Get in[edit]
The entrance is 6 miles (10 km) from the paved Southern Highway, on a well-maintained dirt road. Turn west at Maya Centre.
Fees and permits[edit]
Get around[edit]
See[edit]
There are several waterfalls, which make popular hiking destinations. There is also an airplane crash site.
Do[edit]
- There are several well-marked walking trails, of varying levels of difficulty, from one hour strolls to a 4-day challenging trail to Victoria Peak (dry season only, guide required).
- You can rent inner tubes and float down the river, admiring the jungle around you. Fee is about BZ$5 per tube.
Buy[edit]
A small shop collects the BZ$10 entry fee, and sells T-shirts, books, cold drinks, and sundries.
Eat[edit]
Drink[edit]
Sleep[edit]
Lodging[edit]
Camping[edit]
There is a campground (non-powered), or basic overnight accommodation in cabins or dormitories (self-cook).
Backcountry[edit]
Stay safe[edit]
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