After a brief orientation, board an exciting safari ride and travel down down a rainforest trail, on your way to Roaring River - whose headwaters are the acclaimed 1,000ft Falls.

Ahh..lie back on your tube and let the gentle current take you down the river. Imagine being encompassed by gigantic trees and vibrant foliage - including numerous orchid species that thrive on the water's edge.

Keep a look out for iguanas, exotic birds and other wildlife that love to bask in the towering fig trees above. Stop for a refreshing dip in one of the river's crystal clear swimming holes, and emerge in the midst of an ancient Mayan tomb site! The ruins of this archaeological site, Huebelna, are perched on a hill overlooking the picturesque river.

Enter a world that has remained untouched for centuries. Following a brief orientation, your guide will lead you on an amazing jungle trek under one of the most lush, primary rainforest canopies in Belize. Marvel at the towering hardwood trees and vibrant plant life, including an array of orchid species. Be sure to observe your surroundings closely this area is teaming with wildlife! You may see toucans, parrots, armadillos, gibnut, tapirs, and many other local species. Hike along creeks and caves to reach a settlement of Mayan Tombs, which date back to 200 B.C.

Lean how the ancient Maya survived in this vast wilderness and used exotic rainforest plants for medicinal purposes. Stop at Roaring River’s Wildlife Sanctuary and get an up close and personal look at some of our native animals.

Gaze in wonderment at the colorful plumage, and listen to the exotic calls. Belize is a bird-watcher's paradise! The Roaring River area is fortunate to be surrounded by citrus groves that attract over 350 recorded species of birds.

The avian population is so abundant that the Belize Audubon Society comes to Roaring River to conduct their annual bird count. Watch your bird chart closely, and see how many species you can discover. **Have your binoculars ready!**

Enjoy a day at one of Roaring River’s blue holes. Belize, also known as "The Jewel" is renowned for its crystal clear rivers that wind through the rainforest.

On the river bank you may see colorful iguanas basking in the sunshine, and a myriad of bird species and other wildlife.

Your equestrian adventure begins at our mahogany base camp. There your guide will give a brief orientation and horses will be chosen according to your experience.

Now its time to mount your trusty steed and get ready for a breath-taking rainforest experience. In the heart of the jungle lies a sacred place, where the Maya once raised families and grew maize and other essential crops. Now, over 500 years later the once farmlands have gave way to an enormous towering rainforest. Let your guide lead you down a jungle trail and enlighten you on medicinal plants, local wildlife, and the mayan world. Meander through the citrus orchard and pick an orange or two on your way down to the mighty Roaring River. There you will bid farewell to your mount and jump in for a refreshing swim in one of our many crystal clear swimming holes.

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