Chocolate and Birds Tour
(2 Day Tour)
Throughout the tour, you will surround yourself with a well-preserved riverine forest and different areas of forest in the process of recovery. You will have the opportunity to observe over 30 bird species in their natural habitat, learn about local conservation efforts, and immerse in the unique ecosystem of Reserva Privada Zorzal. Indulge in the local culture with a cacao and chocolate tasting session, exploring the flavors unique to the region and enjoy an exciting evening activity dedicated to spotting the elusive Ashy-faced Owl.
Throughout the tour, you will surround yourself with a well-preserved riverine forest and different areas of forest in the process of recovery. You will have the opportunity to observe over 30 bird species in their natural habitat, learn about local conservation efforts, and immerse in the unique ecosystem of Reserva Privada Zorzal. Indulge in the local culture with a cacao and chocolate tasting session, exploring the flavors unique to the region and enjoy an exciting evening activity dedicated to spotting the elusive Ashy-faced Owl.
Endemic Birds you may find:
Endemic Birds you may find:
Hispaniolan Lizard Cuckoo, Ashy-faced Owl, Hispaniolan Mango, Hispaniolan Emerald, Broad-billed Tody, Narrow-billed Tody, Antillean Piculet, Hispaniolan Woodpecker, Hispaniolan Palmchat, Black-crowned Palm Tanager, Hispaniolan Oriole, Hispaniolan Spindalis.
Dates: July 16th-17th and July 23rd-24th
Dates: July 16th-17th and July 23rd-24th
Maximum Group size: 16 people
Maximum Group size: 16 people
Cost: $250 USD
Cost: $250 USD
Location: Reserva Privada Zorzal
Location: Reserva Privada Zorzal
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Images from Reserva Privada Zorzal
Images from Reserva Privada Zorzal
Caño Claro River
Broad-billed Tody
Spotted Flycatcher
Greater Antillean Bullfinch
Thanks to Consorcio Ambiental Dominicano for all the beautiful pictures on this page.
Itinerary
Itinerary
Day 1
Day 1
9:30 a.m. Departure
9:30 a.m. Departure
12:30 p.m. Welcome and lunch
12:30 p.m. Welcome and lunch
1:30 p.m. Cacao and chocolate tasting
1:30 p.m. Cacao and chocolate tasting
2:45 p.m. Free time
2:45 p.m. Free time
4:00 p.m. Birdwatching
4:00 p.m. Birdwatching
7:30 p.m. Dinner
7:30 p.m. Dinner
9:00 p.m. Ashy-faced Owl Search
9:00 p.m. Ashy-faced Owl Search
Day 2
Day 2
5:00 a.m. Coffee and hot chocolate
5:00 a.m. Coffee and hot chocolate
5:30 a.m. Hiking and birdwatching
5:30 a.m. Hiking and birdwatching
10:00 a.m. Breakfast
10:00 a.m. Breakfast
11:00 a.m. River
11:00 a.m. River
1:30 p.m. Lunch
1:30 p.m. Lunch
3:00 p.m. Departure to hotel
3:00 p.m. Departure to hotel
What to bring:
What to bring:
Comfortable clothes and shoes, hiking shoes, hat, mosquito repellent, swimsuit, towel, additional clothes, reusable bottle, sun screen.
Comfortable clothes and shoes, hiking shoes, hat, mosquito repellent, swimsuit, towel, additional clothes, reusable bottle, sun screen.
Safety Consideration:
Safety Consideration:
In case of rain, the slopes can be slippery during the hike.
In case of rain, the slopes can be slippery during the hike.
Insect bites.
Insect bites.