Day Trip to Rainforest Ebano Verde Scientific Reserve
Embark on an exhilarating day trip deep into the heart of the central mountains of the Dominican Republic, where nature's treasures await. Traverse through diverse landscapes of cloud forests, pine groves, and lush riparian forests, each offering a glimpse into unique ecosystems. Delve into the vibrant avian world as you seek out elusive bird species, including range-restricted endemics. Uncover the beauty of biodiversity and immerse yourself in the serene wonders of Ebano Verde.
Embark on an exhilarating day trip deep into the heart of the central mountains of the Dominican Republic, where nature's treasures await. Traverse through diverse landscapes of cloud forests, pine groves, and lush riparian forests, each offering a glimpse into unique ecosystems. Delve into the vibrant avian world as you seek out elusive bird species, including range-restricted endemics. Uncover the beauty of biodiversity and immerse yourself in the serene wonders of Ebano Verde.
Endemic Birds you may find:
Endemic Birds you may find:
Broad and Narrow-billed Tody, Hispaniolan Lizard-Cuckoo, Hispaniolan Mango, Vervain Hummingbird, Rufous-throated Solitaire, Hispaniolan Parrot, Hispaniolan Woodpecker, Hispaniolan Euphonia, Hispaniolan Emerald, Hispaniolan Pewee, Antillean Piculet, Black-Crowned Palm-Tanager, Green-tailed Ground Tanager, Hispaniolan Trogon, Greater Antillean Elaenia, Antillean Siskin, Hispaniolan Oriole, Hispaniolan Spindalis, Eastern Chat-Tanager, Golden Swallow, Hispaniolan Loggerhead Kingbird.
Dates: July 17th, 20th and 23rd
Dates: July 17th, 20th and 23rd
Maximum Group size: 15 people
Maximum Group size: 15 people
Cost: $85 USD
Cost: $85 USD
Location: Ebano Verde
Location: Ebano Verde
Difficulty Level: Light
Difficulty Level: Light
Post-conference field trip still has 1 space left!
The pre- and mid-field trips are SOLD OUT. Please contact Laura Collado at birdscaribbean2024@gmail.com to add your name to a waiting list (in case there are cancellations).
We encourage you to book another one of our awesome options.
More images from Ebano Verde to come!
More images from Ebano Verde to come!
Itinerary
Itinerary
Day 1
Day 1
5:30 a.m. Early departure from Santo Domingo to Ebano Verde Scientific Reserve
5:30 a.m. Early departure from Santo Domingo to Ebano Verde Scientific Reserve
7:30 a.m. Birding
7:30 a.m. Birding
4:30 p.m. Back at the hotel
4:30 p.m. Back at the hotel
What to bring:
What to bring:
Bring light field clothes, hiking shoes, or sneakers. Own pair of binoculars. Light rain jacket, reusable water bottle. Bring any prescribed medication.
Bring light field clothes, hiking shoes, or sneakers. Own pair of binoculars. Light rain jacket, reusable water bottle. Bring any prescribed medication.
Safety Considerations:
Safety Considerations:
Slips, trips and falls, insect bites, dehydration, heatstroke. Wear proper clothing, stay hydrated, wear sunscreen and hat.
Slips, trips and falls, insect bites, dehydration, heatstroke. Wear proper clothing, stay hydrated, wear sunscreen and hat.