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This is a two-centre holiday (with an initial night in Kingston on Day 1) based in the Blue Mountains and along Jamaica's northern coastline. Each day we will look for Jamaica’s endemic species (seeing all 28 during the tour is a possibility!) and other exciting species, visiting sites in the Blue, and the John Crow Mountains – in mountainous areas we’ll look for species such as Jamaican Blackbird, Arrowhead Warbler and Jamaican Spindalis, as well as the secretive Crested Quail Dove. As well as plentiful bird species, we won't fail to be impressed by the impressive diversity of butterflies, dragonflies and reptiles. There is much time to relax during this tour as all activities are optional, although experiencing the taste of and making of the Blue Mountain coffee is very much worth attending. We will also take in another aspect so famous in Jamaican culture... the food! 

  • Jamaica has 28 endemic bird specires, more than any other Caribbean island!
  • Look for colourful American wood warblers which winter here
  • Hotels situated in the Blue Mountains and along the North Coast
  • Night-walks to look for endemic Jamaican Owl plus Northern Potoo
  • An ideal birdwatching break to enjoy with a non-birding partner!
  • Superb photographic opportunities
  • Led by expert in-country guides and a UK leader
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Jamaica is situated to the south of Cuba and to the west of Hispaniola, and is the third-largest island in the Caribbean. It was under British rule for almost 300 years, and gained independence in 1962. Jamaica is a Commonwealth realm, with Queen Elizabeth II as its monarch and head of state. Jamaica has produced many famous musicians (including Bob Marley), writers and athletes such as the sprinter Usain Bolt.


Birds are abundant and make up the majority of the island’s native and endemic vertebrate species. Jamaica has 28 endemic bird species, and sites in the Blue and John Crow Mountains are particularly rewarding for birdwatchers.

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If fabulous birdwatching, Caribbean sun and beautiful hotels sound like the ingredients for your perfect early break from the UK winter, then this birdwatching holiday to Jamaica could be just for you!

Jamaica is home to 28 species of endemic bird, more than on any other Caribbean island. These are joined each spring by numerous northbound migrants — amongst them a host of colourful American wood warblers — which use the island as a stepping stone between their wintering grounds in South America and their breeding grounds further north. Finding all of the 28 endemic birds during the course of the week is a distinct possibility! These species include Jamaican Lizard Cuckoo, Jamaican Mango, Orangequit, Jamaican Tody, Yellow-billed Parrot and White-chinned Thrush, whilst a night-walk could reveal the endemic Jamaican Owl or perhaps the more widespread Northern Potoo.

During our 7-night stay, we will not only spend time thoroughly the hotels' premises (located onsite and elsewhere), but will also head further afield into both the Blue Mountains, which dominate the eastern section of the island, and the nearby John Crow Mountains. In these two mountain regions we will be looking for the localised Blue Mountain Vireo, plus Jamaican Blackbird and the spectacular Black-billed Streamertail. If fortunate, we may even find the beautiful, but secretive, Crested Quail Dove.

With a host of special birds, warm sunshine and superb photographic opportunities on offer, all from an exceptionally comfortable base, we expect this to be a popular holiday.

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When in-country, we will use three separate hotels, the first, a typical airport hotel to get over the flight. Then, we will have two nights at a luxury hotel in the Blue Mountains, and then four nights stay along the north coast.

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Birds and Jamaica's culture

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At Naturetrek we craft expertly-guided group and tailor-made wildlife holidays and cruises to all seven continents. On one of our holidays, you can be assured that our passionate team will enable you to experience and enjoy the best of the world's wildlife and natural spectacles in as comfortable and rewarding a manner as possible, caring as best we can for the environment in the process. We are proud to provide:

  • The widest choice of wildlife holidays worldwide
  • Tours managed and led by naturalists, for naturalists
  • Outstanding value and exceptional customer service

Furthermore, as a Naturetrek client, our office team are always to on hand to help you – so if you have any queries about your holiday, whether before or after you have booked, we will be delighted to answer them on the phone. Please just give our team a call!

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A Naturetrek Tailormade holiday allows you, with the benefit of our wildlife travel expertise and destination experience, to enjoy the perfect private wildlife holiday – one that truly matches your requirements, expectations and ambitions. We will ensure the most competitive prices, superb naturalist guides and seamless ground services.

Some of the benefits of Naturetrek Tailormade travel include:
• A bespoke itinerary which is crafted by experts and designed specifically for you
• Private guiding by the very best local naturalists 
• Travel with people you know, at your own pace
• Incorporate as much culture, history or relaxation time as you wish
• Choose dates to suit you
• Select your preferred style of accommodation
• Travel with families and children of any age

Furthermore, our Tailormade team are always on hand to help and guide you along the way, with friendly advice, first-hand knowledge and inside information specific to your destination of choice. So if you have any queries about your holiday, we will be delighted to answer them. Please just give us a call!

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For any interested natural history club or society, we can arrange for a private departure of this tour.

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A hugely rewarding, yet relaxed, two-centre 9-day birdwatching holiday to the Caribbean island of Jamaica based in the Blue Mountains and along the North Coast.

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Jamaica - An Island of Endemics!

Tour Code: JAM02

A hugely rewarding, yet relaxing, 9-day birdwatching holiday to the tropical Caribbean island of Jamaica.

We hope to run this tour in the future, but have not yet finalised dates and prices. To be added to a waiting list and be informed when details are confirmed, please click on the register interest button, or phone 1-844-433-9473.

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Carbon Footprint

3585kg CO2e

With International Flights

674.9kg CO2e

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Highlights

  • Jamaica has 28 endemic bird specires, more than any other Caribbean island!
  • Look for colourful American wood warblers which winter here
  • Hotels situated in the Blue Mountains and along the North Coast
  • Night-walks to look for endemic Jamaican Owl plus Northern Potoo
  • An ideal birdwatching break to enjoy with a non-birding partner!
  • Superb photographic opportunities
  • Led by expert in-country guides and a UK leader

Summary

If fabulous birdwatching, Caribbean sun and beautiful hotels sound like the ingredients for your perfect early break from the UK winter, then this birdwatching holiday to Jamaica could be just for you!

Jamaica is home to 28 species of endemic bird, more than on any other Caribbean island. These are joined each spring by numerous northbound migrants — amongst them a host of colourful American wood warblers — which use the island as a stepping stone between their wintering grounds in South America and their breeding grounds further north. Finding all of the 28 endemic birds during the course of the week is a distinct possibility! These species include Jamaican Lizard Cuckoo, Jamaican Mango, Orangequit, Jamaican Tody, Yellow-billed Parrot and White-chinned Thrush, whilst a night-walk could reveal the endemic Jamaican Owl or perhaps the more widespread Northern Potoo.

During our 7-night stay, we will not only spend time thoroughly the hotels' premises (located onsite and elsewhere), but will also head further afield into both the Blue Mountains, which dominate the eastern section of the island, and the nearby John Crow Mountains. In these two mountain regions we will be looking for the localised Blue Mountain Vireo, plus Jamaican Blackbird and the spectacular Black-billed Streamertail. If fortunate, we may even find the beautiful, but secretive, Crested Quail Dove.

With a host of special birds, warm sunshine and superb photographic opportunities on offer, all from an exceptionally comfortable base, we expect this to be a popular holiday.

Outline Itinerary

Day
1
Fly Kingston; overnight Kingston
Days
2 - 3
Transfer Blue Mountains. Excursions from Strawberry Hill Hotel.
Days
4 - 7
Transfer north coast. Excursions from Goblin Hill Villas.
Days
8 - 9
Depart Kingston; arrive UK.
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All included in the price.

Accommodation

When in-country, we will use three separate hotels, the first, a typical airport hotel to get over the flight. Then, we will have two nights at a luxury hotel in the Blue Mountains, and then four nights stay along the north coast.

Why Naturetrek?

At Naturetrek we craft expertly-guided group and tailor-made wildlife holidays and cruises to all seven continents. On one of our holidays, you can be assured that our passionate team will enable you to experience and enjoy the best of the world's wildlife and natural spectacles in as comfortable and rewarding a manner as possible, caring as best we can for the environment in the process. We are proud to provide:

  • The widest choice of wildlife holidays worldwide
  • Tours managed and led by naturalists, for naturalists
  • Outstanding value and exceptional customer service

Furthermore, as a Naturetrek client, our office team are always to on hand to help you – so if you have any queries about your holiday, whether before or after you have booked, we will be delighted to answer them on the phone. Please just give our team a call!

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