Explore Asa Wright Nature Centre

So...you're visiting trini and a little birdy told me you're a nature lover? Well, you've come to the right place!! Asa Wright Nature Centre is home to more than 400 species of native birds thanks to diverse habitats and close proximity to South America., plus 55 different reptile species, 25 amphibians, more than 600 butterflies and more than 2,000 types of flowering plants. In short, northern Trinidad's Asa Wright Nature Centre a former cocoa estate, home to avifauna ranging from jewel-like hummingbirds to cave-dwelling oilbirds. So pack your cameras and come on down. You can see dozens of species without ever leaving the estate house verandah and is bursting at the seams; it's the ultimate stop for both novice and experienced bird-watchers and nature lovers.

A paradise for birders, the Asa Wright Nature Centre & Lodge encompasses 1,500 acres of dense forest in the Arima and Aripo Valleys. Hummingbirds, woodcreepers, pygmy owls, trogons, and the rare nocturnal oilbird are just some of the avian species spotted at this former cocoa, coffee, and citrus plantation. You can sign up for a birding tour, enjoy lunch or high tea on the verandah, or stay at one of the cottages here. Income from guests funds conservation of the surrounding forest, new land purchases, and environmental educational programs.

Asa Wright Nature Centre is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The property's $6 to $10 USD admission fee includes a guided tour at 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. On-site facilities include restrooms, parking, and a small gift shop. Lunch is also offered on the property but costs an additional fee and requires reservations prior to arrival.

Location: Spring Hill Estate, Trinidad