Introduction

14 Mar 2027 - 21 Mar 2027

Join David Orban, Director of Animal Science & Strategy at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden on an immersion in the vibrant nature and birdlife in La Guira National Park, Soroa, Zapata Nature Reserve, Playa Larga, and Havana. Engage with and support Cuban naturalists, birders and private entrepreneurs as you search for endemic bird species and experience the colorful culture of Cuba.

Highlights  
• Immerse yourself in the vibrant nature and birdlife in La Guira National Park, Soroa, Zapata Nature Reserve in the company of expert Cuban naturalists.
• Search for endemic bird species such as the Bee Hummingbird, Cuban Trogon, Cuban Pygmy-Owl, Cuban Vireo and more.
• Discover the best of Havana while meeting and supporting Cuban people from all walks of life.
• Learn about conservation and the ecology of the Zapata Wetlands with a Cuban Naturalist.
• Learn about efforts on reintroduction of the Cuban crocodiles in Cuba, with an exclusive inside access visit to the Zapata Crocodile Farm breeding and nursery.
• Search for endemics in a variety of habitats: mixed forest, dense forest, mangrove, marsh and open wetlands.
• Possible sightings include Cuban Parrot, Cuban Bullfinch, Bare-legged Owl, the threatened Cuban Parakeet, Fernandina’s Flicker and Blue-headed Quail-Dove.

Start

Day

Accommodation

Destination

Duration

Basis

Start

14 Mar 2027

day 0

Privately Owned B&B in Soroa Soroa

2 nights

B&B

14 Mar 2027

16 Mar 2027

day 2

Playa Larga Privately Owned B&B Playa Larga

3 nights

B&B

16 Mar 2027

19 Mar 2027

day 5

Iberostar Marqués de la Torre Havana

2 nights

B&B

19 Mar 2027

Key

B&B: Bed and Breakfast

 

Soroa: Privately Owned B&B in Soroa

Playa Larga: Playa Larga Privately Owned B&B

Havana: Iberostar Marqués de la Torre

Fast Facts

8 Days / 7 Nights

0 guest

Travellers

Soroa: Privately Owned B&B in Soroa

Playa Larga: Playa Larga Privately Owned B&B

Havana: Iberostar Marqués de la Torre

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