The village of Red Bank in southern Belize hosts a famous seasonal gathering of scarlet macaws, when dozens of the big birds arrive to feed on the fruiting annatto and polewood trees around the community. Local guides lead visitors to viewpoints where flocks come and go through the day, a community-run conservation success. The season is short, from December to March, at its best in January and February.
The village of Red Bank in southern Belize hosts a famous seasonal gathering of scarlet macaws, when dozens of the big birds arrive to feed on the fruiting annatto and polewood trees around the community. Local guides lead visitors to viewpoints where flocks come and go through the day, a community-run conservation success. The season is short, from December to March, at its best in January and February.
Up to 84% sighting chance in Red Bank, Belize. Best months: January, February, December.
The scarlet macaw, which gathers seasonally around the village to feed on fruiting trees.
December to March, peaking in January and February, when the annatto and polewood trees are in fruit.
With local community guides who lead visitors to the viewpoints, arranged through the village conservation group.
A local guide and community fee comes to roughly 20 to 40 USD per person (2026 prices).
