Ebano Verde Cloud Forest Birding Tour from Puerto Plata, Sosua or Cabarete
Set out from the north coast for a private Ébano Verde cloud-forest day, targeting Dominican mountain birds around 3,000 feet.
About this tour
From Puerto Plata, Sosúa or Cabarete, this private route climbs into Ébano Verde Scientific Reserve in the Central Mountain Range. The protected cloud forest lies around 3,000 feet above sea level and supports many birds endemic to the Dominican Republic and Hispaniola.
Hispaniolan Trogon and Spindalis are key possibilities, alongside Broad-billed Tody, Black-crowned Palm-Tanager, Vervain Hummingbird and Hispaniolan Amazon. The guided walk is paced as a single north-coast day trip.
Planning a wider trip? Read our birdwatching guide to Dominican Republic.
Birds you can spot
Todus subulatus
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Amazona ventralis
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Anthracothorax dominicus
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Spindalis dominicensis
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Priotelus roseigaster
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Melanerpes striatus
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Mellisuga minima
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Day 1
North-coast ascent to Ébano Verde
Leave Puerto Plata, Sosúa or Cabarete early and climb toward Ébano Verde Scientific Reserve. Walk the highland forest with a guide, concentrating on Dominican endemics and other mountain birds; reserve fees, refreshments and snacks remain part of the listed arrangement. Return to the north-coast pickup point afterward.
Locations & map
- Puerto Plata / Sosua / Cabarete - North Coast Dominican Republic (Pickup/access area for Puerto Plata, Sosua and Cabarete travellers.)
- Ebano Verde Scientific Reserve - Central Mountain Range Dominican Republic (Cloud forest birding reserve around 3,000 feet elevation.)
2 stops. Select a marker for its name.
Availability & pricing
Availability: Available on request · Season: Year-round private cloud forest birding; confirm current access, weather and target timing before booking.
Included
- English-speaking birding guide - Listed by Explora Ecotour as included.
- Private vehicle transportation - Transportation from Puerto Plata, Sosua or Cabarete is listed by the source.
- Park entrance fees - Listed by Explora Ecotour as included.
- Light cloud forest birding walk - Approximately 3 hours on 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 Puerto Plata, Sosua or Cabarete is listed by the partner source; exact pickup point and timing should be confirmed through BirdWatch before booking. | Meet: Puerto Plata, Sosua or Cabarete accommodation pickup to be confirmed | Pickup: Puerto Plata/Sosua/Cabarete pickup and return are listed; other locations may require a custom quote.
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Is the tour suitable for beginners?
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.