The Cockscomb Wildlife Sanctuary is well known as the first Jaguar Preserve in the world and considered a haven for the endangered jaguar. The reserve spans 128,000 Acres or 200 square miles of tropical forest making it one of the largest protected areas in Belize.

Sep 5, 2020 · Visitors can explore dozens of hiking trails at the Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary and Jaguar Preserve where they’ll discover spectacular waterfalls, beautiful mountain views, and plenty of wildlife beyond the rare jaguar sighting.

Jan 14, 2025 · One of the most exciting things to do in Belize is spotting the elusive jaguar 🐆. As the only jaguar preserve in the world, it's packed with wildlife 🦎, hiking trails and even a waterfall. Hopkins is an excellent home base if you plan on visiting Cockscomb Basin.

A haven for the endangered jaguar, Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary covers 128,000 acres of rainforest in the Cockscomb Range of the Maya Mountains. With the neighboring Bladen Nature reserve to the south, jaguars have a combined 250,000 acres to …

The Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary is a nature reserve in the Stann Creek District of south-central Belize. It was established to protect the forests, fauna and watersheds of an approximately 400 square kilometres (150 sq mi) area of the eastern slopes of the Maya Mountains.

Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary, established in 1990 is world renowned for being the first jaguar reserve. This “one of a kind” reserve was established as a result of jaguar studies conducted in the area by Alan Rabinowitz.

Jun 2, 2024 · Famous for being the first jaguar preserve in the world, the Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary is an enormous trackless wilderness located in southeastern Belize.

Covering 128,000 acres of pristine land, this reserve is an ecological gem and one of the world’s most pivotal sanctuaries for the elusive and enchanting jaguar. The Cockscomb Sanctuary is a potent symbol of successful conservation initiatives in the country.

Near Hamanasi is the world's first jaguar preserve, the Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary. Ringed on three sides by the Maya Mountains and towering Victoria's Peak, the Basin's 128,000 acres is also home to jaguarundi, margays, ocelots, pumas, deer, howler monkeys and tapirs.

The Belize Jaguar Reserve is the world's only jaguar Preserve. Located in Cockscomb Basin, it is home to: jaguars, parrots, black howler monkeys, toucans and a host of other species found only in the tropical forests of South America.