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New River

The New River is part of the usual approach to Lamanai from the north; the river journey adds wetlands and wildlife watching to the route toward the ruins.

New River
Photo by Ibeefus Source: Wikimedia Commons Licence: CC BY 2.0
The place

What makes it special

  • A river journey on the route to Lamanai.
  • Wetlands and wildlife watching along the way.
Lamanai
Photo by IthakaDarinPappas Source: Wikimedia Commons Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0
New River Lagoon
Photo by Carine06 Source: Openverse Licence: CC BY-SA 2.0
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Articles in New River

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New River

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Following the River to the Ruins of Lamanai

Lamanai rewards travelers who accept that getting there is part of the visit. It is more than a group of temples: the river, lagoon, colonial churches and former sugar mill invite you to look at a long history still connected to living communities.

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Profile updated: 27/09/2026