Travel from the chill of winter into the warmth of the tropics as you embark on a remarkable tour of some of the least-visited islands in the Caribbean, the Lesser Antilles. We will bird no less than four of the islands that make up this archipelago, experiencing the unique nature and culture of each along the way.

Volcanic in origin, the Lesser Antilles is a chain of largely submerged mountains running north to south in a double arc. The outer arc, from Anguilla to Barbados, comprises low, flat islands with limestone surfaces, while the inner arc is made up of a series of volcanic cones. This trip takes you to the lush, heavily forested islands of St. Vincent, Dominica, St. Lucia, and to the culturally-distinct French territory of Guadeloupe. With their mix of black-sand beaches, glistening white sandy shores, and vast sprawling forest & wilderness, each island is unique unto itself, and are home to a wonderful array of endemic birdlife and a diverse array of terrestrial and aquatic wildlife… These island gems, nestled in the glittering Caribbean Sea, are simply a nature-lovers paradise.

This tour has been designed for both birders and general nature enthusiasts alike, inviting all to explore these geographically close, yet remarkably distinct islands of the Eastern Caribbean. Join us on a one-of-a-kind, multi-island tour to discover the very best that this fascinating archipelago has to offer.

Itinerary at a Glance

Day 1

Arrive on the island of St. Lucia, bird & enjoy the grounds of our lodging: A plantation dating back to the 1700’s, nestled on the verdant grounds of a 60-acre estate.

Day 2

Breakfast on the large open-air verandah surrounded by lush tropical gardens; Morning birding amid a dawn chorus of birdsong; guided tour of the remarkably preserved home and grounds; Bird the Des Cartiers Rainforest, a vast primary forest dominated by Caribbean Royal Palms, Tree Ferns, an array of orchids, and the magnificent St. Lucia Parrot.

Day 3

Bird the Dry Atlantic Forest in the morning in hopes of seeing the Black-whiskered Vireo, Black-faced Grassquit and the near-endemic White-breasted Thrasher. Visit the small islands of Maria Major and Maria Minor - home to two of the rarest species of reptile on Earth: the St. Lucia Racer and the St. Lucia Whiptail Lizard. Fly to Guadeloupe.

Day 4

In the morning and early afternoon, we’ll bird the most productive birding site on the island: the Basse-Terre forest, home to some of the more secretive species in the Caribbean, like Guadeloupe Woodpecker and the endemic Forest Thrush. Back at the hotel, we’ll have our first chance to snorkel in the warm waters of the Caribbean at a site near our hotel.

Day 5

After Breakfast, we catch a flight to the Island of Dominica, the “nature island of the Caribbean.” We’ll bird the Northern Forest Reserve for such specialties as the endemic Red-necked Parrot, the Dominican House Wren, and the Lesser Antillean Saltator. With a knowledgeable forestry officer leading the way, we’ll also be introduced to many fascinating species of flora that inhabit this lush forest.

Day 6

The morning will be spent birding the island's cloud forest, with our primary target one of the world’s largest and rarest parrot species – the majestic Imperial Amazon. We also hope to see such species as the near-endemic Blue-headed Hummingbird, a dazzling little gem of a bird, as well as a host of more common birds such as the Purple-throated Carib, and the Rufous-throated Solitaire, singer of the most haunting song in the Caribbean.

Day 7

This should be an unforgettable morning: a search for the magnificent Sperm Whale. For most, this will be a once in a lifetime sighting… and our chances are good: Dominica is one of only two countries in the world whose waters host resident pods of Sperm Whales year-round. Other cetaceans we could see include Humpbacks, False Killer Whales, and several species of Dolphins. We’ll be birding too of course, and we’ll take advantage of our time out on the water to scan the seas for pelagic birds.

Day 8

This morning we’ll bird along the quiet riverbanks opposite our accommodation in hopes of seeing Ringed Kingfisher, Belted Kingfisher, American Kestrel, and more. We catch an early afternoon flight to the island of St. Vincent, with another chance to snorkel in the clear waters of the Caribbean.

Day 9

This morning, we have the privilege to visit a remote site with hopes of seeing flocks of St. Vincent Parrots, a species that was long on the verge of extinction. The opportunity to see this living success story of conservation will undoubtedly be one of the highlights of the trip. We’ll also bird the lush rainforests of towering Mt. Soufriere in search of the little-known Whistling Warbler, along with a wonderful selection of other regional species, such as the Grenada Flycatcher, Lesser Antillean Tanager, and the unique, all-black morph of Bananaquit.

Day 10

Following breakfast and an opportunity for a final swim in the sea, we transfer to the nearby international airport to say our farewells before our homeward journey.

SINGLE SUPPLEMENT: $1,195

START DATE: Jan 28, 2026

DURATION: 10 days

GROUP SIZE: Up to 12

TRIP FOCUS: Birding

WHAT'S INCLUDED

• Guiding services
• Double-occupancy lodging
• Ground and water transportation
• Breakfasts and lunches
• Excursions and park fees

YOUR GUIDE

A true lover of the natural world, Steve Robertson has been a student of nature his entire life. First, as a little boy, who caught every creature he could for the mini zoo he kept in the garage, then later as an adult, leading scientific research expeditions into some of the most remote regions of the world, searching for rare species in such places as Tasmania, Madagascar and the upper Amazon Basin. With degrees in Wildlife Biology, advanced biology & education, Steve has worked in the field of Environmental Education for over 30 years. From 1998 to 2017, he served as the Education Director for the Audubon Society of Portland, creating a number of innovative programs including International Ecotours, a program that has won hundreds of accolades from around the country. During his time with Audubon, Steve personally designed and led Ecotours to over 20 countries, spanning six continents.