National Park of the East Birding Tour from Santo Domingo

A private Santo Domingo departure to National Park Cotubanama for Hispaniolan endemics and eastern Dominican forest birds.

  • Dominican Republic Show on map
  • 1 day
  • Group 1-6 people
  • Difficulty: easy
  • From: $115
  • Private tour
  • Pace: easy private day birding
  • Language: English, Spanish
  • City: Santo Domingo / National Park Cotubanama
  • 7 hours
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About this tour

This private birding day visits National Park of the East, also known as National Park Cotubanama, from Santo Domingo.

The source lists an early Santo Domingo pickup, private transport, a light forest birding walk and target species including Broad-billed Tody, Ashy-faced Owl, Vervain Hummingbird, Hispaniolan Amazon, Palmchat, Palm Crow and Hispaniolan Lizard-Cuckoo.

BirdWatch has prepared this as an approved partner listing. Current availability, pickup logistics, group size, price and exact target strategy should be confirmed by Manny before booking.

Guides

Manny Jimenes
Owner / birding and nature guide
English, Spanish
Itinerary
Day 1
Santo Domingo pickup and Cotubanama forest birding
National Park Cotubanama

Depart Santo Domingo early and travel east to National Park Cotubanama. Bird soft forest trails for Hispaniolan endemics, native species and migrants, then return to Santo Domingo after the private day outing.

Locations & map

  • Santo Domingo - Distrito Nacional Dominican Republic (Departure city and pickup area.)
  • National Park Cotubanama - Eastern Dominican Republic Dominican Republic (Rain and dry forest birding site formerly known as National Park of the East.)
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Availability & pricing

Availability: Year-round private birding; confirm current access, weather and target timing before booking.

Package Amount
6 person private tour $115 / person
5 person private tour $130 / person
4 person private tour $150 / person
3 person private tour $180 / person
2 person private tour $240 / person
1 person private tour $400

Included

  • Local English-speaking birding guide - Listed by Explora Ecotour as included.
  • Private vehicle transportation - Transportation from Santo Domingo 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 Santo Domingo is listed by the partner source; exact pickup point and timing should be confirmed through BirdWatch before booking. | Meet: Santo Domingo accommodation or agreed pickup point to be confirmed | Pickup: Santo Domingo pickup and return are listed; other locations may require a custom quote.

Policies & FAQ

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation and booking policies should be confirmed with Explora Ecotour before payment.

Payment Terms

The partner source describes a 25% deposit and remaining balance payment options, but current payment instructions should be confirmed after enquiry.

Insurance & Safety

Travel insurance with medical and trip interruption cover is recommended.
Forest trails, roads, boat logistics and weather can change. Follow the guide, local site rules and current access guidance.
Is the tour suitable for beginners?

The partner source lists 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 review draft. Please confirm current price, availability and pickup details through BirdWatch before payment.

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