The tropical forests are the areas with more extensive riches of botanical species of the world, and Yaxha is representative of these forests and favors the abundance of water in the area the great diversity of the fauna.
Yaxha National Park is part of the Maya Biosphere Reserve. Inside the National Park, there are four important archaeological sites: Yaxha, Nakum, Naranjo, and Topoxte.
The city is significant for the ancient Maya culture, and the forests inside are exceptionally well-preserved. In addition, the Lagoon is one of the most important water systems in the Maya Biosphere.
The site has reported 150 avian species, 40 species of mammals, 14 amphibious, 45 reptiles, and 22 species of fish.
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- Availability: All Year Round
- Tour Duration: One Day
- You Will Visit: Yaxha National Park
INCLUDED
- Private Transportation
- Entrance Fees to Yaxha Park
- Lunch
- Purified Water
- Bird watching specialist tour guide (English- Spanish speaking)
NOT INCLUDED
- Tips
Birdwatch with limited time.
Flexibility is the key!
Do not worry, take a note that Birdwatching Guatemala is a tailor made tour company that offers excursions, starting from the most significant travel destinations, so let us know where you are, and your requirements, we can customize a personalized birding tour for you.
Some Species that you can spot in our
Yaxha Birding Tour are:
- Crane Hawk
- Pale-billed Woodpecker
- Slaty-tailed Trogon
- Sulphur-rumped Flycatcher
- Brown Jay
- Tawny-crowned Greenlet
- Blue Bunting
- among others.
Packing Ideas – What to bring?
- Small backpack
- Binoculars
- Camera
- Mosquito repellent
- Sun cream
- Hiking shoes
- Raincoat
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