La Romana: Bird Watching & Cotubanama National Park
Overview
Quisqueya “Dominican Republic & Haiti” is an island with a highly diverse avifauna of more than 300 species. In addition to 32 endemic bird species, the country hosts an impressive assemblage of permanent resident species, overwintering migrants, and other transient species that stop to rest and refuel enroute to more southerly wintering or northern breeding areas. The island of Hispaniola’s high level of endemism and its contribution to global biodiversity have earned it the highest ranking of biological importance in a worldwide assessment of bird protection priorities. During this experience, we will get to oversee Bayahibe and Cotubanama National Park.
Bayahíbe Área
Bayahíbe is a town in the Dominican Republic, located about 10 miles (16 km) east of La Romana on the shore of the Caribbean Sea. Founded as a fishing village in 1874 by Juan Brito and his family, who came from Puerto Rico, Bayahibe is one of fastest growing tourist destinations in the country. It's home to stunning beaches, world class hotels, villas, seafood specialty restaurants, and the best scuba diving spots in the Dominican Republic.
These are some of the species of the area: Brown Pelican, Snowy Egret, Little Blue Heron, Tricolored Heron, Reddish Egret and Osprey, Palmchat , Hispaniolan Woodpecker, Hispaniolan Parakeet, Hispaniolan Lizard-Cuckoo , Black-crowned Palm-Tanager, Hispaniolan Mango and many more.
Cotubanama National Park
There is a single trail here which begins at the guard house. The 3-km (1.9 mile) trail is at first sandy and skirts coastal habitats, but it then moves away from the immediate coast and passes over rough dogtooth limestone. This initial section of beachside trail is usually a very good area to see Hispaniolan Lizard-Cuckoos and Hispaniolan Woodpeckers. Wherever possible, look for small openings and side trails down to the beach where you might find shorebirds, waders, or seabirds further out.
The park also contains an extensive area of dry forest and adjoining mangrove habitat where you are likely to find White-crowned Pigeon, Hispaniolan Parrots, Mangrove Cuckoos, Broad-billed Tody, Antillean Piculet, Stolid Flycatchers, Flat-billed Vireo, Black-whiskered Vireo, and Greater Antillean Bullfinch.
Inclusions
All taxes, fees, and handling charges
Local taxes
Officials Ecologist tour guides English/Spanish
Local Transportation
Lunch
Entry Tickets
Exclusions
Gratuities
Beverage
Departure & Return
The tour, organized by “Booking Adventures” starts at the meeting point set with the Tour Guide. The traveler will get a meeting point after the Reservation Process. Tours start and Finish in our meeting points.
What To Expect?
Get your ticket for Half-day Bayahibe: Bird Watching & Cotubanama National Park, this experience will allow you to see most of the biodiversity of the island.
This activity will start from your pick up from your accommodation in any of these areas:
Half-day Bayahibe: Bird Watching & Cotubanama National Park
6:00 am pick-up
Today's activities will center around an exciting exploration of the scenic trails of Padre Nuestro and Guaraguao, located within the stunning Cotubanama National Park. Participants will embark on a guided journey that highlights the diverse and unique endemic species that call this vibrant ecosystem home.
As we meander through the lush landscapes, we will take the time to appreciate the intricacies of the flora and fauna, including various rare plants and wildlife that are native to this region. Our experienced guides will share fascinating insights into the ecological significance of these species and the conservation efforts in place to protect their habitats.
This immersive experience promises to deepen participants' understanding of the remarkable biodiversity that thrives in this protected area, fostering a greater appreciation for the natural world. Prepare to engage with nature in a meaningful way as we uncover the hidden gems of Cotubanama National Park!
Species to see Antillean Piculet, the Hispaniolan Woodpecker, the Hispaniolan Mango, the Hispaniolan Pewee, Palmchat, Hispaniolan Parakeet, Hispaniolan Lizard-Cuckoo, Black-crowned Palm-Tanager.
Lunch: 12:00 pm
After we finish our lunch, we will make our way back to La Romana or Bayahibe Hotel, enjoying the scenic views along the route. The beautiful coastal landscapes and vibrant local culture will provide a fitting backdrop for our journey. We may also take this opportunity to discuss the highlights of our day so far and what we’re looking forward to in La Romana.
Itinerary days and activities are subject to change without notice due to unforeseen circumstances or events. See full terms and conditions for more information.
