Tour OverviewOur Lesser Antilles Birding tour takes you to ten breathtaking Caribbean islands between the serene Caribbean Sea and the formidable Atlantic Ocean to the east. Each of these tropical paradises is adorned with turquoise waters, rich wetlands, expansive grasslands, dynamic coastlines, and vibrant tropical rainforests. Within these diverse habitats reside a plethora of rare and endangered species unique to each island, alongside a wealth of indigenous regional treasures.Our journey begins in Antigua, the northernmost island, and takes us southward through the archipelago in pursuit of the critically endangered single-island and regional endemics that call these islands home. From the elusive Whistling Warbler in St. Vincent to the majestic Imperial Amazon in Dominica, and from the dazzling Purple-throated Carib to the captivating Grey Trembler on St. Lucia, each island offers its own extraordinary avian wonders. We’ll marvel at the flame-breasted Martinique Oriole on “L’île aux Fleurs” and seek out the gentle Grenada Dove, a rare sight still found on the “Spice Isle” of Grenada.
As we explore the crystal-clear waters between islands, there’s the possibility of encountering whales, dolphins, marine turtles, and pelagic bird species, adding to the allure of this unforgettable journey through some of the world’s most coveted holiday destinations.
Moreover, this region has largely remained underexplored in terms of birdwatching, leading to ongoing research and proposed species splits. Recently, the Lesser Antillean Euphonia was granted full-species status, underscoring the significance of targeting every endemic and near-endemic subspecies in the area. By doing so, we ensure that sightings such as the Grenada Tanager or the Barbados Grackle, potentially elevated to full species status in the future, are already ticked off your list. This tour promises not just remarkable experiences but also the prospect of continually expanding your Life List well into the future.
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TOUR INFO:
Tour starts in Antigua and ends in Barbados
Tour duration: 14 days
Accommodation type: Mid-range
Next group departure date: 2027
Highlights:
• Antigua
• Barbados
• Barbuda
• Dominica
• Grenada
• Guadeloupe
• Martinique
• Montserrat
• St. Lucia
• St. Vincent
Top birds:
• Antillean Crested Hummingbird
• Barbuda Warbler
• Frigatebird
• Montserrat Oriole
• Forest Thrush
• Guadeloupe Woodpecker
• St. Vincent Parrot
• Whistling Warbler
• Grenada Dove
• Imperial and the Red-necked Parrot
• Scaly-breasted Thrasher.
• Imperial Amazon
• Martinique Oriole
• St. Lucia Warblers
• Barbados Bullfinch
Top mammals:
• Lesser Antillean Iguanas
• Anolis lizard
• Dwarf Gecko
• Sperm Whales
• Barbados Green Monkey
| ITINERARY OVERVIEW |
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| Day 1 | Arrival in Antigua |
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| Day 2-3 | Antigua |
| Day 4 | Guadeloupe |
| Day 5 | Guadeloupe then onwards to St. Vincent |
| Day 6 | St. Vincent then to Grenada |
| Day 7 | Grenada |
| Day 8-9 | Dominica |
| Day 10 | Dominica then onwards to Martinique |
| Day 11 | Martinique to St Lucia |
| Day 12 | St Lucia |
| Day 13 | St Lucia then onwards to Barbados |
| Day 14 | Barbados and departure |
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