Central America, a lush land bridge connecting North and South America, is home to some of the world's most diverse wildlife. Tropical rainforests, cloud-covered mountains and vast coastlines along the Pacific and Caribbean oceans create a habitat teeming with unique species. Whether you're exploring Costa Rica's winding waterways, the dense rainforests of Belize or the eco-parks of Honduras, each corner of Central America is bursting with wildlife.
Puerto Limón, Costa Rica
Set along the Caribbean coast, Puerto Limón is a gateway to one of Central America's richest wildlife regions. Just beyond the port, lush jungles await, where sloths hang in the canopy, toucans flash their colourful feathers, and curious white-faced capuchin monkeys swing overhead.
Tortuguero Canals
Winding through Costa Rica’s northeast coast, the Tortuguero Canals offer an intricate waterway system that brings you face-to-face with one of Central America’s most biodiverse ecosystems. From a pontoon boat, you can admire dense jungle foliage along the banks, keeping your eyes peeled for monkeys swinging through the trees, elusive sloths blending into the flora and vibrant toucans soaring above.
Punta Uva
Punta Uva is a hidden gem on Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast, where pristine beaches meet vibrant rainforests. The Punta Uva River offers a calm and picturesque route for kayaking, providing a close-up of the ecosystems that thrive along its riverbanks. Watch for sloths resting in the treetops and black river turtles basking along the sunlit banks or swimming below as you paddle through the gentle currents.
Cahuita National Park
Cahuita National Park offers a sanctuary where lush rainforests, serene beaches and coral reefs create a rich haven for native wildlife. Walk along the park's trails for the chance to encounter white-faced capuchin monkeys, sloths resting peacefully in the dense canopy, and the deep, echoing calls of howler monkeys, a sound that gives them their unmistakable name.
Punta Uva, Costa Rica
Tortuguero Canals
Winding through Costa Rica’s northeast coast, the Tortuguero Canals offer an intricate waterway system that brings you face-to-face with one of Central America’s most biodiverse ecosystems. From a pontoon boat, you can admire dense jungle foliage along the banks, keeping your eyes peeled for monkeys swinging through the trees, elusive sloths blending into the flora and vibrant toucans soaring above.
Punta Uva
Punta Uva, Costa Rica
Punta Uva is a hidden gem on Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast, where pristine beaches meet vibrant rainforests. The Punta Uva River offers a calm and picturesque route for kayaking, providing a close-up of the ecosystems that thrive along its riverbanks. Watch for sloths resting in the treetops and black river turtles basking along the sunlit banks or swimming below as you paddle through the gentle currents.
Cahuita National Park
Cahuita National Park offers a sanctuary where lush rainforests, serene beaches and coral reefs create a rich haven for native wildlife. Walk along the park's trails for the chance to encounter white-faced capuchin monkeys, sloths resting peacefully in the dense canopy, and the deep, echoing calls of howler monkeys, a sound that gives them their unmistakable name.
Belize City, the country’s largest urban centre and historic hub, serves as the gateway to some of Belize’s most remarkable rainforests, bursting with wildlife. Beyond the city, dense tropical jungles unfold, interwoven with rivers, caves and waterfalls home to howler monkeys and gentle manatees.
A stone’s throw from Belize City lies the Community Baboon Sanctuary, a conservation area nestled in the landscapes of Bermudian Landing Village. It’s dedicated to protecting Belize’s iconic black howler monkey, an endangered species locally known as “baboons”. Here, you can walk the trails to witness over 3,500 howlers thriving in their natural habitat, filling the air with their distinctive calls.
A stone’s throw from Belize City lies the Community Baboon Sanctuary, a conservation area nestled in the landscapes of Bermudian Landing Village. It’s dedicated to protecting Belize’s iconic black howler monkey, an endangered species locally known as “baboons”. Here, you can walk the trails to witness over 3,500 howlers thriving in their natural habitat, filling the air with their distinctive calls.
Crocodile, Belize River
The Belize River, winding through the country’s heart, is an ecosystem teeming with marine life that’s best explored from the unique perspective of the water. A relaxing journey along the river provides you with the opportunity to spot West Indian manatees grazing on underwater plants, Morelet's crocodiles basking along the banks, and bottlenose dolphins playing in the currents.
Crocodile, Belize River
The Belize River, winding through the country’s heart, is an ecosystem teeming with marine life that’s best explored from the unique perspective of the water. A relaxing journey along the river provides you with the opportunity to spot West Indian manatees grazing on underwater plants, Morelet's crocodiles basking along the banks, and bottlenose dolphins playing in the currents.
Part of Honduras's Bay Islands, Roatán is a tropical paradise renowned for its extraordinary wildlife and diverse ecosystems. The dense forests and mangroves host various colourful species, including iguanas, parrots and hummingbirds.
Part of Honduras's Bay Islands, Roatán is a tropical paradise renowned for its extraordinary wildlife and diverse ecosystems. The dense forests and mangroves host various colourful species, including iguanas, parrots and hummingbirds.
Perched atop the foothills of Coxen Hole, Mayan Eden Eco Park offers an immersive glimpse into the Roatán’s ecosystems. This sustainable haven combines natural beauty with interactive encounters. Walk along the mountain trail with its suspension bridges to spot toucans, parrots, capuchins and sloths. What’s more, you can step inside the butterfly garden to witness a kaleidoscope of butterflies fluttering around you.
Sloth, Costa Rica
Sloth, Costa Rica
Perched atop the foothills of Coxen Hole, Mayan Eden Eco Park offers an immersive glimpse into the Roatán’s ecosystems. This sustainable haven combines natural beauty with interactive encounters. Walk along the mountain trail with its suspension bridges to spot toucans, parrots, capuchins and sloths. What’s more, you can step inside the butterfly garden to witness a kaleidoscope of butterflies fluttering around you.
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