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An Itinerary that Gives Something for the Birder & Their Partner
"Hotel Mocking Bird Hill is listed in ‘Birds of the West Indies’ as one of the best places for bird-watching in Jamaica; 28 endemic species and some endangered ones that can be viewed in the grounds of the property. " Although Jamaica is best known for its beaches and coffee, this island has much more to offer naturalists: it ranks fifth in biodiversity among the world’s islands, and many of its animal and plant species are found nowhere else in the world. Since 1990 Jamaica has increased the number and quality of its national parks, recognising the global importance of its rare species.
This 7 day birdwatching tour organised by Hotel Mockingbird Hill and local birding experts makes its primary goal for you to see all 28 of the island’s endemic bird species, including the Jamaican Owl, Jamaican Mango, Jamaican Becard, Jamaican Tody and more. In addition to time on the Caribbean coast, we explore a variety of habitats, including montane and rainforest, quiet rivers and lush valleys.
In addition to its unique bird species, discover Jamaica’s flora including a variety of ferns, butterflies, orchids (66 endemic species) bromeliads and other unusual flora. Enjoy walks on mountain trails, local culture and time to relax on the beach or go snorkelling. This journey is a great opportunity to combine tropical pleasures of a Caribbean vacation with exploration of an exceptional island.
Birding 28 Endemics Itinerary
Day 1Arrival Kingston Airport pick-up/transfer to Lime Tree Farm which will be your birding base for your first 3 nights in Jamaica. This is a coffee plantation with residential eco-cottages high in the Blue Mountains. During your 3-night full board stay here, a packed breakfast and picnic lunch is included as well as a 3-course evening meal each evening.
Day 2
An early morning departure for birding commences at 5.30 with your local Bird Guide. Day 2 Early morning departure for local birding at approx 5.30 am with a local Bird Guide
Day 3
Early morning departure for birding at approx. 5.30 am to Abbey Green with a local Bird Guide
Day 4
Early morning departure for birding at approx. 5.30am to Hardware Gap accompanied by a local Bird Guide. From here you will be transferred to Hotel Mocking Bird Hill in Port Antonio via Kingston. A 3-course evening meal will be provided at Mille Fleurs, the hotel’s award winning organic restaurant.
Day 5
An early morning departure with packed breakfast and accompanied by a local bird guide to Ecclesdown. Lunch is not provided on Day 5 or Day 6 as our guest birders are encouraged to try a local lunch at one of the beach eateries or Jamaica’s infamous original barbecue, ‘Jerk’ at nearby Boston. A 3-course evening meal is provided at Mille Fleurs.
Day 6
Early morning birding within Hotel Mocking Bird’s extensive gardens, listed as one of the best places for birdwatching in Jamaica followed by a full breakfast on the Mille Fleurs terrace. Transfer to Sherwood Forest or return to Ecclesdown for further birding with a 3-course evening meal at Mille Fleurs.
Day 7
Breakfast at Mille Fleurs and transfer to Kingston via Portland Ridge with a packed picnic lunch and overnight stay at the Visitors Lodge at the University of the West Indies.
"Dear Shireen & Barbara Our travels in search of birds, have taken us almost everywhere in the New World.No place has been more pleasent or more perfectly situated. Every Jamaiacn endemic (but one) is here on your property or along the nearby Ecclesdown Road. We have enjoyed our stay with you to put it mildly. The food...! You are wonderful people - you have been kind and very helpful.Thank you for a memory Mark Sokol & Elaine Langlois" |
Pricing
Prices
20th Dec -30th April
US $ 2,135.00 per person
1st May-19th December
US$ 2,045.00 per person
in Garden View Room plus energy tax US$6.00 per night whilst at Hotel Mockingbird Hill.
Upgrade
Superior Room - US$ 135.00/US 150.00 (high/low season) per couple plus energy tax US$ 6.00.
You can also opt to leave the hotel early and then first do a historical/cultural tour of Kingston, have a late lunch at Port Royal before checking in for your flight home.
Beverages, entrance fees to Reach Falls and any possible tours such as Kingston historical tour etc are not included.
Depending on choice of tour, transportation costs will be adjusted.
Current pricing is based on direct transfer from the hotel.
Testimonials
10,000 BIRDS
Birdwatching in Jamaica
BBC Wildlife Jamaica
Discover
10-Day Jamaican Birding Celebration Tour
75°F
Port Antonio, JM
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 5:00 am