Green Iguana Conservation Project, Conservation center in San Ignacio, Belize
The Green Iguana Conservation Project maintains a specialized facility where visitors can observe, learn about, and interact with native green iguanas in controlled conditions.
Founded in 1996 by Mariam Roberson and Daniel Velasquez, this conservation initiative responded to declining iguana populations caused by hunting practices in Belize.
The facility operates a scholarship program that supports local Belizean students while promoting environmental education and wildlife preservation throughout the community.
Tours operate every hour from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM daily, with admission priced at 11.25 USD per person for a 45-minute guided experience.
Staff members collect eggs from wild iguanas considered at risk, incubate them on site, and care for hatchlings until their release into protected areas.
Location: San Ignacio
Address: 18 Buena Vista Street, San Ignacio, Belize San Ignacio San Ignacio
Opening Hours: Lunes-Domingo 08:00-17:00
Phone: +(501)8242034
Website: https://sanignaciobelize.com/belize-iguana-project
GPS coordinates: 17.15362,-89.06838
Latest update: March 3, 2025 14:47
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