National Park of the East Birding Tour from Bayahibe or La Romana
Use a private half day from Bayahibe or La Romana to watch Hispaniolan endemics across Cotubanama’s rain and dry forests.
About this tour
National Park Cotubanama is the principal birding destination within reach of Bayahibe and La Romana. Its mix of wetter and drier forest creates opportunities for island endemics, resident Dominican birds and seasonal migrants during one privately guided outing.
The walk follows gentle forest trails, with the route adjusted to current conditions and the birds active that day. Broad-billed Tody, Hispaniolan Amazon, Hispaniolan Lizard-Cuckoo and Palmchat are among the priorities, while Ashy-faced Owl and the island’s smallest hummingbird add to the possible list.
Planning a wider trip? Read our birdwatching guide to Dominican Republic.
Birds you can spot
Tyto glaucops
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Todus subulatus
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Amazona ventralis
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Anthracothorax dominicus
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Corvus palmarum
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Melanerpes striatus
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Mellisuga minima
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Day 1
Cotubanama forests from Bayahibe or La Romana
Meet at the confirmed pickup point in Bayahibe or La Romana and continue to National Park Cotubanama. Explore easy trails through both rain forest and dry forest with a local birding guide, concentrating on Hispaniolan endemics, Dominican residents and any migrants present. Return to the original pickup area after the private half-day session.
Locations & map
- Bayahibe - La Altagracia / La Romana access area Dominican Republic (Pickup/access area for Bayahibe and La Romana travellers.)
- National Park Cotubanama - Eastern Dominican Republic Dominican Republic (Rain and dry forest birding site formerly known as National Park of the East.)
2 stops. Select a marker for its name.
Availability & pricing
Availability: Available on request · Season: Year-round private birding; confirm current access, weather and target timing before booking.
Included
- Local English-speaking birding guide - Listed by Explora Ecotour as included.
- Private vehicle transportation - Transportation from Bayahibe or La Romana area is listed by the source.
- Light forest birding walk - Approximately 3 hours on soft forest trail according to the source.
- Refreshments and snacks - Listed by Explora Ecotour as included.
- International or domestic flights - Not included unless specifically confirmed.
- Travel insurance - Recommended but not included.
- Tips and personal expenses - Gratuities, personal purchases and optional extras are not included.
- Unconfirmed services - Any service not explicitly confirmed by Explora Ecotour should be treated as excluded.
Transport & stays
- Private vehicle Transportation from Bayahibe or La Romana is listed by the partner source; exact pickup point and timing should be confirmed through BirdWatch before booking. | Meet: Bayahibe or La Romana area accommodation pickup to be confirmed | Pickup: Bayahibe or La Romana pickup; other locations may require a custom quote.
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Is the tour suitable for beginners?
Yes. The partner tour details include the difficulty as easy and describes a light birding hike through forest habitat.
Are children allowed?
The source states that people of all ages can participate and that kids age 12 and under may travel free with a two-adult minimum; confirm the current policy before booking.
Are prices final?
Prices are copied from the partner source as a tour. Please confirm current price, availability and pickup details through BirdWatch before payment.
Send inquiry
Ask about this tour before booking. Your preferred date is optional and availability will be confirmed after your inquiry.