Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Preserve

Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Preserve

Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Preserve
4.5
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This reserve was established to help protect the endangered jaguar and other species native to Belize.
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4.5
331 reviews
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Sean S
18 contributions
Jul. 2023 • Family
Long drive up a gravel road was worth every bump. Family enjoyed a self-guided hike to Ben’s Bluff waterfall. Memories of swimming in jungle pool beneath the falls will last a lifetime.

Wear real shoes, a hat, and swim gear.
Written July 28, 2023
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Mira
8 contributions
Jan. 2023
Its incredible - lots of long trails - the animals can be hard to spot so fill your desire to see animals by going next door to Ya'axkin Butterfly Farm, a Myan owed business for the love of butterflies - even if butterflies aren't your thing - trust me - its a WOW
Written January 13, 2023
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Natalie B
7 contributions
Sep. 2022
Loved our hike to the waterfall! Bring old shoes/shoes you don't mind getting muddy, especially if it has been raining. The hike was beautiful and not very difficult. Cooled off in the waterfall at the end of the hike. No need for a tour guide. Double waterfall hike was closed due to heavy rainfall and we unfortunately did not see any wildlife.
Written October 8, 2022
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CJBRJB
Godstone, UK497 contributions
May 2022
We stayed 3 nights in the park in a private cabin. The cabin was large and well equipped, one double bedroom and a second bedroom with a single bed and two bunk beds. The cabin had a small kitchen and dining area, bathroom with a shower with hot & cold water and an enclosed verandah sitting area. The cabin does not have air con or a fan so it can get very hot. The cabin is basic but it was clean and comfortable. We had our own guide for the 3 nights so we bought in our own water and we had really great food delivered from Aurora's place just off the main road on the road that leads to the reserve. Staying in the park allowed us to go trekking early morning, during the day and in the evening. We also did some night drives where we were lucky enough to spot an Ocelot. We didn't see any Jaguar's unfortunately but we did see various snakes, spiders, birds, bats & otters in the river when we were river tubing. The hikes were varied, the best hike is the hike to the viewpoint and waterfalls - the suggested distance is definitely wrong for some of the trails. The lady in the reception area is very helpful as were all the staff that work in the park. If you do stay in the park accommodation you will need to organise your own supplies. Having a guide with us made this very easy, we definitely got more out of our visit by having a guide with us. The accommodation where our guide stayed had shared facilities so do check if you want to book something more private.
Written June 29, 2022
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msbent3218
Fort Lauderdale, FL168 contributions
Mar. 2022
Nice hiking trails, but a little disappointed because the only wildlife we saw was an iguana. I guess it is hit and miss.
Written March 20, 2022
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BackRoadBruce
Florence, CO336 contributions
Feb. 2022
The hiking here is excellent. Tiger Fern and Ben's Bluff are somewhat challenging. The waterfalls are beautiful. The rangers were courteous and helpful. I enjoyed the park so much I spent an extra day.
Written February 14, 2022
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Kim Hampton
Colorado Springs, CO24 contributions
Dec. 2021
We didn't see much in the way of wildlife/birds as it was daytime in December, but the flora! We would love to go back in the spring when the parrots are more plentiful
Written December 29, 2021
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Malissa H
13 contributions
Nov. 2021 • Family
A beautiful lush jungle waiting to be explored. We traveled here with our two children (12 and 13) and hiked a few of the shorter trails. They were well makrked and maintained and we had a lot of fun exploring. Howler monkeys greeted us when we entered and exited the park. If you like birdwatching, go early as I am sure they are prolific if you don't have 2 loud adolescents with you. The river tubing also looks fun.
Written November 8, 2021
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Brooke T
Memphis, TN209 contributions
Jun. 2021
This is a beautiful site that is great for bird watching. The river tubing was also fun. I did the waterfall hike, and it was lovely! Be sure to bring lots of water!
Written June 29, 2021
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Greta2516
Boise, ID59 contributions
May 2021 • Couples
While there are between 1000-1200 Jaguars in the reserve they are rarely seen. The reserve is teeming with many different varieties of birds, binoculars are a must. There are hiking trails that vary from easy to extremely strenuous. Of particular interest the Boat Billed Herons and the beautiful Agami Heron.
Written May 10, 2021
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