Wa Samaki Ecosystems

Formerly a citrus estate, Wa Samaki Ecosystems focuses on Permaculture restoration while producing cut flowers, tropical fish and indigenous food crops. Because of this, a once lifeless estate has turned into a haven for wildlife over the years.

When the habitat was restored an array of wildlife returned, which now call here their safe and permanent home.

At the estate you can spot a variety of birds, invertebrates, amphibians, reptiles and mammals.

DESCRIPTION (CLICK HERE)

Assembly: 6:30 pm at Wa Samaki Ecosystems, Freeport.

Start time: 7:00 pm (sunset)
Tour duration : 3 hours
End time: 10:00 pm

Participants will meet their tour guides at Wa samaki Ecosystems, Freeport at 6:30pm.
It is ideal to reach on location a few minutes before the tour begins to discuss safety and to familiarize yourself with the environment.
Before the tour, an orientation talk will be given, where you learn a little about the estate and get an insight on what to expect throughout the tour.
The tour starts at 7:00pm (sunset) and ends at 10:00 pm.
When participants arrive at the location, all vehicles would be parked at the front of the property.
Participants would then walk on relatively flat and sometimes muddy terrain and through the forest for approximately 3 hours actively searching for wildlife.
Once an animal is spotted, your guide(s) would give you background information about said animal and answer any questions you may have.
Your guide(s) will allow you to only handle specific animals for a brief moment as to not stress the animal.
NO ANIMAL CAN BE HANDLED WITHOUT AUTHORIZATION FROM YOUR GUIDE.
When the tour ends, participants along with their guide(s) would head back to the lounge area, have a brief discussion about what was spotted and depart hopefully with increased knowledge and a greater appreciation for T&Ts wildlife.

Please note that there's no 100% guarantee that you will encounter any specific animal.

The area is fenced with safe parking. Washrooms, kitchen, and running water are available for use.

Available from June- September

TIME: 6:30 pm to 10 pm

DURATION: 3 hours

HIKE INTENSITY: 2/10 (easy)

MINIMUM AGE: 5+

TOUR INCLUDES:

Expert guides
Secure parking
Entrance fee
Educational night tour
Up close wildlife encounters
Headlight/Uv lights
Washroom facility

WHAT TO BRING:

Drinking Water
Flashlight (Headlight is recommended)
Camera
Insect repellent (Citronella or any repellent without DEET is highly recommended)
Personal medication
Waterproof bag or phone case/raincoat (incase it rains)
Change of clothes (optional)

WHAT TO WEAR :

Comfortable hiking footwear, (Rubber boots are highly recommended) NO OPEN TOE SHOES/SLIPPERS
Comfortable clothing (Long sleeve top / Long pants is recommended)

PRIVATE PACKAGES:

Starting from $300 TTD/per person

DISCLAIMER:

West Indian Herping tours reserves rights to cancel or postpone any event due to adverse weather or any other conditions we deem to be unsafe for clients. Full refunds will be issued in such instances.

When attending outdoor activities, possible health and safety hazards may exist, and persons must agree to participate at their own risk.

CANCELLATION POLICY:

Cancellations made 5 days or more before booking date will be entitled to a full refund.
Cancellations made 4- 3 days before booking date will be entitled to 50% refund.
There is a NO REFUND policy for cancellations made 2 days or less before booking date.
Not having the right equipment is a reason to cancel your reservation (non refundable).

CODE OF ETHICS:

The collection or removal of any animal from its natural habitat is strictly prohibited. This activity is only carried out by biologists under the the scope of a research project approved by the Forestry Division.
All attendees must respect all wildlife and the environment that they live in.
All attendees should avoid sharing specific locations of animal findings, as poachers or illegal collectors of wildlife may use them.
As a responsible participant, it is your best interest to ensure that you leave any site you visit better than you found it.

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