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 in route 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 the Samana area.
Samana Área
The town of Santa Bárbara de Samaná, better known simply as Samaná, is the hub of activity in the beautiful Samaná Peninsula. The Samaná Peninsula is full of palm-shaded white sand beaches and offers a combination of busy tourist towns and “off the beaten path” isolated beaches. But Samana also has places like El Valle, El limón and many more with a beautiful forest where we can see different species of birds that includes petrels and shearwaters, Brown Booby, Brown Pelican, Snowy Egrets, 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.
El Limon Waterfall
El Limón waterfall is a National Park that takes you on an adventure of about 4 kilometers hiking down lush hilly terrain while spotting flora and fauna along the way. Native plants grow abundantly here in the wild, like the royal palm tree, and pineapples. Birds are also ubiquitous, like the palmchat–the DR’s national bird–the Hispaniolan woodpecker, and the Broad-billed tody.
Once at the falls, marvel at the beauty of El Limón’s tumbling cascade–dropping 40 meters (130 feet) from the top of Sierra de Samaná. Cool off from the journey in the freshwater emerald pool beneath the falls, and take in the surrounding wild, jungle landscape and gushing sounds of El Limón.
What To Expect?
Get your ticket for Searching For The Samana: Bird Watching & Limon Waterfall, 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:
Samana
Las Terrenas
Las Galeras
Sanchez
When you arrive we will settle you in your room find you a place to eat dinner and go over your itinerary for the seven days, after dinner your guide will take you back to your place. At your place, you will have AC, Wifi, and Water Bottles in your room, Balcony, Kitchen, and common area to work.
Schedule
Overnight: Hotel in Samana
El Limon Waterfall and Samana Mangrove Area
This morning will be spent exploring the Limon Waterfall National Park searching for some of the species we have in the area, in the afternoon we will drive to the coast to see seabirds. Your guide will lead you through the lush forests, spotting birds, butterflies, and blooms along the way! Keep your eyes peeled to spot the endangered Antillean Piculet, the Hispaniolan Woodpecker, and the Hispaniolan Emerald.
After lunch, we will head to the coast to search for the Brown Booby, Brown Pelican, Snowy Egret, Little Blue Heron, Tricolored Heron, Reddish Egret Osprey, and other species in the mangrove area of the Samana Peninsula.
Species of the area are: Palmchat, Hispaniolan Woodpecker, Hispaniolan Parakeet, Hispaniolan Lizard-Cuckoo, Black-crowned Palm-Tanager, Hispaniolan Mango
For this day we take you back to your original location or drop you off at the airport on your scheduled flight.
Itinerary days and activities are subject to change without notice due to unforeseen circumstances or events. See full terms and conditions for more information.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Local taxes
Officials Ecologist tour guides English/Spanish
Local Transportation
Lunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Accommodation in Samana
Exclusions
Gratuities
Alcoholic Drinks
Hotel pick-up is offered for this tour.
Note: If you are booking within 24 hours of the tour/Excursion departure time, we can arrangements hotel pick-up. Once your purchase is complete, we will send you complete contact information (phone number, email address, etc.) for our local Tour guide to organize pick-up arrangements
What you should bring?
Camera
Repellent buds
Suncream
Hat
Comfortable pants (long)
Long sleeved shirt
Hiking Shoes
Sandals to the beach
Swimming wear
Cash for Souvenirs
Additional Info Confirmation
Tickets are the Receipt after paying this Tour. You can show the payment on your phone.
Meeting Point Will be received After the Reservation Process.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
Per Adult pricing is $170 USD and per kid pricing is $136 USD
Samana, Dominican Republic
Reviews
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Quinn
★★★★★
Incredible tour! The guide was so passionate and knowledgeable about the area. I learned so much.
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Daniella
★★★★★
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Steven
★★★★★
The guide really made the tour memorable, wonderful experience. He was very friendly and extremely passionate about the area.
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Zachary
★★★★★
Best time ever thanks to this team. Lots of hard work went in and it showed! Such a fantastic tour, definitely the best on offer!
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Tiana
★★★★★
Well organised, would book again. We wanted something where we could let go and enjoy it and this was perfect for us!
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Gavin
★★★★★
This tour was an adventure for the senses! We didn't just see the sights; we smelled the fragrant spices in the local markets, tasted the authentic flavors of regional cuisine, and listened to the melodic sounds of traditional music. Our guide was a walking encyclopedia of local knowledge, sharing fascinating insights into the history, culture, and traditions of the region. We even learned a few phrases in the local language, which allowed us to connect with the people on a deeper level. It was a truly immersive and unforgettable experience.
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Jose
★★★★★
What a great experience! Highly recommend this tour!
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Isaiah
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Chloe
★★★★★
I highly recommend this tour. The scenery was stunning, and the guide made it even better. Five stars!
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Liam
★★★★★
A perfect tour! Well-organized, informative, and enjoyable. What more could you ask for?
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Grayson
★★★★★
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Quinton
★★★★★
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Peter
★★★★★
I really enjoyed the day. We booked a tour that took us a lot further than we thought and it was all well organised. Thank you!
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Charlotte
★★★★★
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Xander
★★★★★
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Demi
★★★★★
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Sammy
★★★★★
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Yusuf
★★★★★
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Cecilia
★★★★★
What a price for one of the best tours that we have been on! We were so surprised and grateful, it was well worth it.
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Eleanor
★★★★★
If you're looking for an authentic and immersive experience, look no further than this tour. It's not just about ticking off the must-see attractions; it's about connecting with the culture, meeting the people, and understanding the soul of the region. Our guide was incredibly passionate and knowledgeable, and she went above and beyond to ensure that we had a memorable experience. We learned about traditional crafts, sampled local delicacies, and even tried our hand at a few phrases in the local language. It was a truly transformative experience, and I can't recommend it highly enough.
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Emily
★★★★★
This tour was exceptional! Every detail was perfect, from the itinerary to the guide's expertise.
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Taylor
★★★★★
We can't wait to book this trip again. Our tour guide was awesome and very friendly and showed us all the best places, thank you.
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Jose
★★★★★
What a great experience! Highly recommend this tour!
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Ethan
★★★★★
This tour blew my expectations. We really were looking for something we could enjoy and the whole team made it.
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Steven
★★★★★
The guide really made the tour memorable, wonderful experience. He was very friendly and extremely passionate about the area.
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