Old/Belize River Experience

Discover the captivating history of the Old Belize River, a once-thriving transportation route for boats and a vital trading path for loggers, passengers, and cargo. 

Your adventure begins as you travel along the Philip Goldson Highway, where you’ll cross the Old Belize River and continue north to mile nine. Here, you’ll board a boat for an unforgettable scenic ride down this historic waterway. 

As you glide along the longest river in Belize—spanning 180 miles from San Ignacio, where the Macal and Mopan Rivers join, to the Caribbean Sea in Belize City—prepare to be amazed by the incredible wildlife that calls the river and its banks home. Keep your eyes peeled for baboons, spider monkeys, bats, manatees, a variety of birds, insects, reptiles, iguanas, crocodiles, and snakes. 

The Old Belize River is steeped in history, having evolved from a Mayan trading route to a transportation corridor for logwood and mahogany, and now serving as a crucial water source for local residents. Don’t miss your chance to experience this enchanting river, a key route for the Annual La Ruta Maya Belize River Challenge, a thrilling four-day canoe marathon that showcases the beauty of Belize’s waterways. Join us for this extraordinary adventure!

Comfortable walking shoes and sun protection are recommended.