Over forty years later, the “backyard zoo” has become a world-renowned wildlife education center where visitors connect with Belize’s unique natural heritage: the animals. The Belize Zoo is the oldest wildlife rescue and rehabilitation facility in Belize.

The Belize Zoo is an institution that cares for over 150 native wildlife, and promotes Conservation, Education, Recreation, and Research. It is also the first nature destination in Belize that is accessible to visitors with physical disabilities.

The Belize Zoo and Tropical Education Center is a zoo in Belize, located some 47 kilometres (29 mi) west of Belize City on the Western Highway. Set in 12 hectares (29 acres), the zoo was founded in 1983 by Sharon Matola. It is home to more …

The Belize Zoo is located at Mile 29 on the George Price Highway, roughly halfway between Belize City and Belmopan. It is a 30 minute drive from Belize City or the international airport, and 20 minute drive from Belmopan.

Discover the Belize Zoo, home to the rehabilitated, orphaned, and rescued wildlife of Belize! Everyone is family here, from the iguanas and agoutis that wander along the pathways, to the zookeepers and maintenance crew, and the harpy eagles.

At The Belize Zoo you can more easily see many of the country’s magnificent mammals in a natural setting; there are almost 20 species represented here. You can see Belize’s elusive and endangered National Animal, the Central American tapir, up close.

At The Belize Zoo, you can observe many of Belize’s magnificent mammals in a natural setting, with nearly 20 species represented. Among them is the elusive and endangered Central American tapir, Belize’s National Animal, which you can see up close.

Discover the Belize Zoo, home to the rehabilitated, orphaned and rescued wildlife of Belize! As a tropical mecca for biodiversity, the wetlands, jungles, rivers and seas make Belize a haven for the most exotic wildlife residents, including: tapirs, jaguars, spider monkeys, keel-billed toucans, scarlet macaws, and more!

The Belize Zoo is located 47 kilometers west of Belize City and houses over 175 animals from about 48 species native to the country. The zoo was started in 1983 by Sharon Matola and has grown to become a big help to nature, taking care of animals and running important conservation programs for tapirs, harpy eagles, and jaguars .

Enriched with remarkable biodiversity, the Belize Zoo provides a unique insight into the diverse and fascinating fauna of Central America. Spanning 29 acres of tropical savannah, this home for over 175 animals showcases more than 45 native species, and works to promote wildlife conservation, research, and education.