The 4 Best Private Birdwatching Tours in Jamaica

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

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

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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2.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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3.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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4.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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