CUBA
Birding and Culture

Let's take an unforgettable birding tour of Cuba, a must-visit destination in the heart of the Caribbean. With over 400 bird species including 29 endemics like the dazzling Cuban Tody, and the world's smallest bird – the Bee Hummingbird – this  incredible island offers a spectacle of vibrant colors and culture. You’ll learn about important nature conservation efforts, see how Cuban cigars are made, and tour the sites of Old Havana, with its Afro-Caribbean music and 1950’s cars. Our expert Cuban guide will help you spot unique birds found nowhere else, and share the history of this amazing country.

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Tour Highlights:

• Visit Zapata Swamp Biosphere Reserve, the Caribbean’s largest wetland

• Learn about the unique Blue-headed Quail-Dove, an enigma of science

• Snorkel Cayo Coco’s crystal-clear waters, walk the forested trails of Viñales National Park, and explore UNESCO designated Trinidad City

• Search for the world’s smallest bird, the regionally endemic Tody bird family, and all 29 endemic bird species

• Meet local author & artist Nils Navarro, and learn about the Zapata Swamp  and Cuba’s protected area network

• Tour Old Havana with its colonial architecture, classic cars, and live music

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Discover the vibrant soul of the Caribbean on this unforgettable birding and cultural tour of Cuba! Led by expert local guide Tania Piñeiro, one of Cuba’s most experienced female birding guides, this journey takes you through the island’s rich ecosystems and most treasured cultural gems.​ Explore iconic birding hotspots like the Zapata Swamp Biosphere Reserve, Viñales Valley UNESCO Site, and Cayo Coco, where you’ll search for Cuba’s 29 endemic bird species - from the dazzling Cuban Trogon, to the enigmatic Blue-headed Quail-Dove, and the world’s smallest bird, the Bee Hummingbird. Stay in charming Casa Particulares - welcoming guesthouses owned and run by local families - offering a genuine connection to Cuban life and culture. Ride through Havana’s historic streets in a 1950s classic car, stroll the cobblestone lanes of Trinidad and Cienfuegos - both UNESCO World Heritage Sites - and visit Finca Vigía, Ernest Hemmingway's former residence.

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Join us on this adventure to the heart of the Caribbean - where nature,

history, and culture meet!

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Cuban Tody © Peter Hart

Todus multicolor ~ Least Concern ~ Endemic to the island of Cuba where it is reasonably widespread

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