Bird Watching Tours and Birds of Belize Guide.

Go ahead and dare to walk on the wild side- it’s a jungle experience you’ll never forget.

Birding has steadily become one of Belize’s top must-do activities; the country boasts over 590 bird species, making it a haven for Birders seeking to spot indigenous birds such as the Keel-billed Toucan and even endangered ones such as the Scarlet Macaws.

The Chaa Creek Reserve invites you to explore its 500 acres with starting with our early morning bird-watching tour led by one of our professional licensed naturalist guides. An afternoon ATV Safari or Guided Hike will offer you a wealth of knowledge and experience as you navigate our jungle byways with a true connoisseur of these feathered beauties, their habitats and clever nesting choices.

In April, May, June, July, and August, avian activity heats up as an abundance of raucous birds compete for space with the new blooms of spring to begin the fascinating task of building their nests and then releasing their novice fledglings within the reserve.

The autumn months of October, November, and early December herald the return of our migratory bird visitors who, like our tourism guests, choose Belize’s warm tropical climate, fresh fruits, and extended day hours over the frigid confines of their northerly habitat.

Rest assured, our guides are trained in first aid, and we have safety measures in place.

During the tour, you may expect to encounter the following Birds of Belize:

Keel-billed Toucan

Belize’s National Bird is a large bird with black plumage, a bright yellow throat and cheeks, vibrant red feathers under its tails, and a yellow-green face. Its signature feature is its large beak, measuring 20 cm; it appears to be heavy, but it is light and hollow, made of the protein keratin with thin rods of bone for support.

Lesson’s motmots

They are colourful near-passerine birds found in the jungles of Belize, southern Mexico, and Western Panama. Its name originates from the turquoise colour of its brow. They also have an extraordinary racketed tail that functions differently depending on the bird’s sex.

Rufous-tailed Hummingbird

It is a splendid sight! These handsome, medium-sized hummingbirds are found in human tropical lowlands and favour forest edges and gardens. Male Rufous-tailed hummingbirds are more magnificently plumed than female ones. Immature Rufous-tailed Hummingbirds are darker and greyish towards the belly.

Pale-billed Woodpecker

It is usually seen before heard! This species is Belize’s largest woodpecker and has a full redhead. Its preferred habitat is mature, lowland forests, and it prefers areas with large trees and abundant deadwood.

Gartered Trogon

It is a relatively small bird with a yellow belly that dwells in the tropical lowland forest, particularly in humid areas. The male has a yellow eye ring, while the female has a broken white eye ring. Both sexes have narrow backs and white barring on the underside of the tail.
Other Species of Birds include Bat Falcon, Crimson Collared Tanager, Laughing Falcon, Red-Lored Parrots, Kingfishers, and Pygmy Owl.