Upcoming Tours
Cuba has exquisite and unique herpetofauna. Amphibians are represented by 62 species, 95% of which are endemic to Cuba. The Reptile fauna contains 154 species and 87.5% of endemism. Both groups constitute the most important part of the land vertebrate fauna on the island. We will guide you through some of the best bird habitats in Cuba, the Caribbean’s largest and most ecologically diverse island nation. Along with CCT Ornithologist Michael Good, our team will include award -winning Cuban artist, author, and naturalist Nils Navarro, a bilingual Cuban tour leader and local naturalists in 4 different birding regions. Our program begins in Holguin, on Cuba’s northeast coast following a direct flight from Miami. Our arrival day in Cuba includes airport transfer, a meeting with our guide, our hotel and dinner just outside Holguin. In addition to birding, we will learn about the ecology and history of the regions we visit. CCT designed this itinerary to take you to Cuba’s finest bird habitats, most beautiful national parks, diverse biosphere reserves, and unique natural areas. We will interact with local scientists and naturalists who work in research and conservation. In addition to birding, we will learn about the ecology and history of regions we visit. We will visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites, UNESCO Biosphere Reserves (two of the six UNESCO Biosphere Reserves in Cuba are located in the eastern provinces), National Parks, and various other protected areas. Private Event Indiana Audubon 2020 Cuba Birding Tour February 13-22, 2020 Cuba’s Western Mountains, Zapata Peninsula, Northern Archipelago, and Escambray Valley NOTE: THIS TRIP IS CURRENTLY FULL! Email us to inquire about being placed on the list for a possible second tour being planned. You are invited on an exclusive Indian Audubon Society authorized birding tour to Cuba! The program is managed by the US based Caribbean Conservation Trust, Inc. (CCT). In 2020 CCT staff will begin their 24th year of managing bird… Indiana Audubon 2020 Cuba Birding Tour II February 29- March 10, 2020 Cuba’s Western Mountains, Zapata Peninsula, Northern Archipelago, and Escambray Valley You are invited on an exclusive Indiana Audubon Society authorized birding tour to Cuba! The program is managed by the US based Caribbean Conservation Trust, Inc. (CCT). In 2020 CCT staff will begin their 24th year of managing bird conservation and natural history programs in Cuba. All our trips are legal for U.S. Citizens. Along with IAS expert guide,… Connecticut Audubon Society - Nesting Season in Cuba with Gary Markowski and Miley Bull, New Jersey Audubon - Nesting Season in Eastern Cuba with Dr. David LaPuma and Dr. Giraldo Alayon, CCT designed this Spring Migration for 2020 itinerary to take you to Cuba’s finest bird habitats, most beautiful national parks, diverse biosphere reserves, and unique natural areas. We will interact with local scientists and naturalists who work in research and conservation. In addition to birding, we will learn about the ecology and history of regions we visit. While there will be daily opportunities for birding on this trip, our focus expands to include a range of Cuban fauna and flora, and the ecology and history of regions we visit. At different intervals throughout the program we will hear from Cuban experts about the natural relationship of Cuban species of birds, reptiles, amphibians, mammals, as well as arachnids (spiders) and insects and other invertebrates such as mollusks and butterflies. We will enjoy opportunities to swim and snorkel as well and encounter some of Cuba’s interesting marine life in a safe, natural habitat.
September 2019
Western Cuba Herpetology & Natural History 2019
November 2019
Cuba Bird Survey Fall Migration and Endemic Birds 2019
December 2019
Eastern Cuba Nature & Culture 2019
January 2020
Winter Warblers and Endemics Birds 2020
Cuba Bird Survey | Eastern Cuba’s Mountains, Coast and Colonial Settlements
February 2020
Bird Survey with Indiana Audubon
Indiana Audubon 2020 Cuba Birding Tour II
March 2020
Nesting Season in Western Cuba 2020
New Jersey Audubon – Eastern Cuba 2020
Eastern Cuba Spring Migration and Endemic Birds 2020
April 2020
Western Cuba Birding & Natural History 2020