Bird Watching
Belize Birding Adventure
Black Orchid Resort offers the ultimate birding experience in Belize, showcasing a variety of packages tailored to enthusiasts of all levels. With access to some of the country’s most pristine habitats, our knowledgeable guides—renowned as the best in Belize—lead you to hidden gems and secret spots where rare species thrive. Whether you’re seeking the vibrant Scarlet Macaw or the elusive Keel-billed Toucan, our diverse options cater to every birder’s dreams. Enjoy personalized itineraries that immerse you in the rich avian diversity of Belize, all while surrounded by the stunning natural beauty that defines our resort. Experience birding like never before at Black Orchid Resort, where every trip is a chance to connect with nature’s wonders.
Black Orchid Birder Bio: Rudy Ramirez
My name is Rudy Ramirez, and I’m a 40-year-old naturalist tour guide based in Belize. I grew up on 150,000 acres of pristine primary forest in the Orange Walk District, where the diverse habitats have deeply connected me to nature. My passion lies in exploring the intricate interactions of flora and fauna, and understanding the animals that thrive within their natural ecosystems.
This rich environment provided the foundation for my career as a naturalist guide, with a specialization in birdwatching. I am proud to be recognized as one of the best birdwatchers in the region, allowing me to share the incredible biodiversity of Belize with others.
One of my fondest memories is from a foggy morning in the high-altitude forest, where I encountered a magnificent 20-foot-tall trumpet tree. To my delight, perched among its branches was a stunning male Lovely cotinga, his vibrant blue feathers standing out brilliantly. This moment remains one of my most unforgettable birdwatching experiences, and it perfectly encapsulates my love for the natural world.
Day Trips: BIRDING PACKAGES AVAILABLE
Crooked Tree
Tour Duration: Half a Day
Departure: 5:00 – 5:30 AM
Travel Time: 45 minutes each way (95% paved road)
Included: Coffee, Johnny Cake or Bagel Sandwich, Cold Bottled Water
Itinerary Overview:
- Destination: Crooked Tree Lagoon
- Habitat: Wetlands and marshes + Pine Oak Savanna
- Birdwatching Highlights:
- Expect to see waders, herons, and eagles.
- Notable species: Jabiru stork, bare-throated tiger heron, snail kite.
Included: Coffee, Johnny Cake or Bagel Sandwich, Cold Bottled Water
Activities:
- Boat Trip on Crooked Tree Lagoon: Explore the lush habitats of pine and oak savannah.
- Birdwatching opportunities include:
- Parrots
- Flycatchers
- Woodpeckers
- Yellow-headed and yellow-jarred parrots
- Birdwatching opportunities include:
- Walk and explore pine savanna : Notable species
- Yellow headed Amazon
- Yucatan Joy
- Yucatan Woodpecker
usd$200 pp
Altun Ha
Tour Duration: Half a Day
Departure: 6:00 AM
Travel Time: 45 minutes each way (98% paved road)
Included: Coffee, Johnny Cake or Bagel Sandwich, Cold Bottled Water
Itinerary Overview:
- Destination: Altun Ha
- Habitat: Secondary broadleaf forest
- Birdwatching Highlights:
- Expected sightings include:
- Flycatchers
- Tangers
- Warblers
- Notable species: Eastern blue bunting, indigo bunting, Yucatan flycatcher, pale-billed woodpecker, yellow-winged tanager.
- Expected sightings include:
usd$150 pp
RIO BRAVO Conservation
Tour Duration: Full Day
Departure: 5:00 – 5:30 AM
Travel Time: 2.5 hours one way (90% paved road)
Included: Coffee, Johnny Cake or Bagel Sandwich, Cold Bottled Water & Lunch Local
Explore 2,650,000 acres of protected land, adjacent to Gallon Jug, which encompasses an additional 150,000 acres of pristine wilderness.
- Habitat: Rice fields and wetlands
- Birdwatching Highlights:
- Expected sightings include:
- Flycatchers
- Picerree
- May see Jaguar
- Tangers
- Warblers
- Notable species: Varied billed woodpecker, keel-billed toucan, emerald toucanet, red-crowned ant tanager.
- Expected sightings include:
usd$200 pp
Inland Blue Hole
Tour Duration: Half Day
Departure: 5:30 AM
Travel Time: 1 hour 45 minutes one way (100% paved road)
Included: Coffee, Johnny Cake or Bagel Sandwich, Cold Bottled Water
Itinerary Overview:
- Habitat: Broadleaf forest
- Birdwatching Highlights:
- Expected sightings include:
- Toucans
- Northern Royal Flycatcher
- Tanagers
- Northern royal flycatcher
- Notable species: Dotted-winged antwren, bald eagle, keel-billed toucan.
- Expected sightings include:
usd$350 pp
