7 Montego Bay Birdwatching Tours to Build a Day Around

1.YS Falls, Black River Safari, Appleton Rum Tour OR Pelican Bar (Choose Up to 3)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 90 reviews · from $195Our pick

Explore Jamaica’s South Coast in a private vehicle with a local guide. Choose up to three stops among YS Falls, Black River Safari, Appleton Estate, and Floyd’s Pelican Bar. Guides such as Marc, Wayne, Adrian, and Cedrick are praised for local history, food stops, and flexible service.

“Tour guide, Jovaine Coote was very informative about Jamaica’s history and community cultures. Was there every step of way. Would use him again when my husband and I come back to visit! Thank you.”

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2.Marijuana Farm and Bird Sanctuary Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 89 reviews · 3 hours

You’ll ride from your Montego Bay hotel in private, air-conditioned transport to a local marijuana nursery, then visit an exotic bird sanctuary. The English-speaking experience lasts about three hours, but farm and bird entry fees are extra, and the transportation provider is separate from the attraction operators.

“It was absolutely awfull. The guide said we should pay 20 dollars more, to look at some terrible circumstances for the poor poor animals, mostly birds sitting in small cages it was horrible. So we cancelled the rest of the activity and we went back to the hotel. So only a little ride in a car. I Will not recommand this trip to anyone. Its animal cruelty and I Will report it. Besides I paid 2 times this trip, because the first one did not go through. And that is really bad bad service.”

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3.Private Transportation from Montego Bay to Appleton Estate & Pelican Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 59 reviews · from $136

You’ll travel by private, air-conditioned vehicle from Montego Bay to Appleton Estate, then take a 15-minute boat ride to Floyd’s Pelican Bar. Guides such as Georgia Spence, Nickoy, and Mama G are known for adding local history and personality to the drive. Rum samples, snacks, and water are included, but admission and meals cost extra.

“A great way to see and learn about Jamica. We were lucky to have two guides, a driver Jeremiey, and a guide and future driver Henry. Our first stop was the Appleton that’s it’s just the Appleton Estates or is it Appleton Estates. Where we learRead more”

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4.Private Rocklands Bird Sanctuary Trip

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 26 reviews · 2 hours

Travel by private vehicle from Montego Bay to Rocklands Bird Sanctuary in Anchovy. Feed Jamaican hummingbirds by hand, watch forest birds at the feeders, and walk with a sanctuary guide. Fritz is one guide praised for his bird and plant knowledge. Entry costs extra.

“I thought this was a package deal but when we got there - we had to pay an extra $60 usd to see the birds. Just fyi.”

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5.Rockland Bird Sanctuary Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 25 reviews · from $120Best value

Travel about 20 minutes from Montego Bay to Rockland Bird Sanctuary in Anchovy. Your private tour includes hotel transfers, a driver-guide, and time to hand-feed hummingbirds from sugar water. Guides such as Randy, Kevin, Carlos, and David Richie have earned praise for making the drive part of the experience.

“It was wonderful to see the small animals eating from your hand. The sound of the wings is fascinating.”

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6.Rocklands Bird Sanctuary & City Highlights plus Shopping from Montego Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 18 reviews · from $135

Start with hotel pickup in Montego Bay and visit Rocklands Bird Sanctuary, where hummingbirds may perch on your finger for nectar. Continue to Sam Sharpe Square, St James Parish Church, Richmond Hill, and the Hip Strip. Transport and entrance fees are included, but the city stops are brief.

“We did not go do to not enough people for this event . So we are waiting for a full refund at this time 😭”

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7.Floyd’s Pelican Bar [Private Transportation]

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · from $123

You’ll ride from your Montego Bay hotel in a private air-conditioned vehicle, then take a wooden fishing boat to Floyd’s Pelican Bar, a rustic sandbar pub between Treasure Beach and Black River. Expect swimming, drinks, fresh fried fish, and time to watch the sunset if weather allows. Andre may be your driver.

“The driver (Andre) was professional, prompt m, knowledgeable and kind. The vibe at the Pelican Bar was energetic and positive. Great food and the bar had the best drinks.”

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