Puerto Rico - Gateway to Tropical Birding & Wildlife 2027

27 Oct 2027 - 02 Nov 2027 (7 days)

USD4,995 SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: Robert Wilcox

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Tour Leader: Tyler Davis

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Tour Price (Per person): USD4,995 (CAD7,158 * GBP3,827 * EUR4,408)

Single Supplement: USD740 (CAD1,061 * GBP567 * EUR653)

Pricing notes : Group Sze : 5&6 = $5495 / 7&8 = $5395 / 9&10 = $5295 / 11&12 = $4995

Our Rockjumper Gateway Tour has been specially designed to introduce birders to the excitement of Caribbean birding in a relaxed and approachable way. Travelling through scenic coastal landscapes, wildlife-rich wetlands, dry forests and misty mountain woodlands, we will search for many of Puerto Rico’s charismatic endemic birds including the delightful Puerto Rican Tody, spectacular Puerto Rican Amazon, striking Puerto Rican Spindalis, colourful Puerto Rican Woodpecker, the remarkable Puerto Rican Tanager and the dazzling Green Mango and Puerto Rican Mango.

Other highlights may include Antillean Crested Hummingbird, Adelaide’s Warbler, Yellow-shouldered Blackbird, Puerto Rican Nightjar, Mangrove Cuckoo and the localized Elfin Woods Warbler. Along the way we will enjoy a wonderful diversity of habitats, from the cactus-studded dry forests of the southwest to lush mountain forests and expansive coastal wetlands supporting a rich variety of Caribbean birdlife.

Beyond the excellent birding, Puerto Rico offers comfortable accommodations, manageable travel distances and a welcoming Caribbean atmosphere, making it an ideal destination for travellers embarking on their first tropical birding adventure. Combined with a relaxed pace, scenic surroundings and unique experiences such as visiting the famous bioluminescent waters of La Parguera, this tour provides the perfect gateway into the fascinating world of Caribbean birding.

Top Birds

Puerto Rican Tody; Puerto Rican Spindalis; Puerto Rican Woodpecker; Puerto Rican Tanager; Green Mango; Puerto Rican Mango; Antillean Crested Hummingbird; Adelaide’s Warbler; Yellow-shouldered Blackbird; Mangrove Cuckoo; Elfin Woods Warbler; Puerto Rican Emerald; Puerto Rican Amazon; Puerto Rican Lizard Cuckoo; Puerto Rican Vireo; Puerto Rican Euphonia; Scaly-naped Pigeon; Venezuelan Troupial; Puerto Rican Nightjar; Green-throated Carib.

Habitats Covered

Dry forest; Mangroves & wetlands; Highland forest; Caribbean coastline; Limestone forest; Coastal lagoons; Agricultural landscapes; Tropical gardens.

Expected Climate

Warm tropical conditions throughout most of the tour, with cooler and more comfortable temperatures in the mountain forests around Maricao. Coastal areas can be warm and humid.

Max Group Size

5 - 6 with 1 Rockjumper leader, 7 - 12 with 2 Rockjumper leaders

Tour Pace & Walking

UNDEMANDING: This tour is ideal for birders and wildlife enthusiasts of all experience levels. It’s suitable for most mobility levels and offers a relaxed pace, ensuring an enjoyable experience for everyone.

Designed specifically for first-time international birders and travellers. A relaxed-paced tour with comfortable accommodations, manageable travel distances and limited strenuous activity. Gateway Tours are intentionally designed around comfort, atmosphere and enjoyable birding experiences rather than long species lists or physically demanding schedules. These tours provide an ideal introduction to tropical birding travel while still offering exciting wildlife encounters and memorable birding throughout. These tours are not suitable for guests seeking demanding, fast-paced, highly target-driven birding experiences or intensive photography-focused itineraries.

Accommodation

Comfortable hotels and lodges with private bathrooms, reliable amenities and good access to birding areas.

Ease of Birding

Easy. Birding is conducted at a relaxed pace with a strong emphasis on enjoyable and visually rewarding Caribbean species rather than difficult or highly technical birding.

Other Attractions

Scenic Caribbean coastline; Endemic birdlife; Excellent photography; Tropical beaches & mangroves; Relaxed island atmosphere; Optional night birding; Comfortable accommodations.

Photographic Opportunities

Good to excellent. Many species are seen well in open habitats and several locations offer particularly rewarding photography opportunities.

What our clients say about us

Forrest Rowland
EM, Puerto Rico

Forrest is an excellent guide all around. He is exceptionally knowledgeable and also fun to be with.

Robert Wilcox
GS & KS, Puerto Rico 2022

Bobby Wilcox was an excellent leader. And the local guide, was excellent as well.

Forrest Rowland
MW, Puerto Rico

The trip and the Guides were excellent.

Robert Wilcox
MI - Puerto Rico 2024

Bobby and Julio were both great guides. They made sure that we got all the endemics and that everyone had a chance to see each bird.

Forrest Rowland
MO, Puerto Rico

Forrest was great as usual and our local guide was fantastic. The food and accommodations were excellent

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