The Baboon Sanctuary, founded in 1985, is a heartwarming community initiative that brings together landowners from seven of the nine villages in the Belize River Valley. These dedicated locals work together to preserve the habitat and ensure the thriving population of Black Howler Monkeys, locally known as "baboons." The sanctuary owes much of its success to the tireless efforts of the Women's Conservation Group (WCG), who have been managing the sanctuary since 1988. This community-driven conservation project offers visitors a rare opportunity to learn about and connect with the fascinating world of howler monkeys in their natural environment.