This was a very fun excursion! We went from our cruise ship, so the logistics of getting to the Caroni Swamp was all handled for us (yay!). We did not see the big flocks of the scarlet ibis that you see in the brochures, but given that they return to this area in the evening - at the same time as the mosquitos(!), I was fine with only seeing a few. :) But we also saw flocks of pink flamingos, boas hanging from the trees, Cayman crocodiles, a tiny anteater, and more egrets and other birds to count. It was really fun!

This was not my 1st time visiting the Caroni Bird sanctuary in Trinidad but it was certainly the most fantastic visit. The number of Scarlet Ibises has increased and the influx and growth of a colony of flamingos and blue herons, as well as blue herons, makes for a fantastic display. The your guides and boating facilities are a little lacking in amenities and safety gear (I used Nanan's and booked on their website), but their knowledge of the many channels and islands in the swamp and the birds' behaviour made for an interesting trip. The highlight was the flight of thousands of scarlet ibises in groups of various sizes flying to their nightly roosting spots on a small island. We also saw a group of flamingos in flight - a rare sight. I highly recommend a visit- it is simply amazing. The tour I took was from 4pm until 615pm.

This trip was absolutely amazing. The boat trip along the swamp while the guide informs you of all the information regarding the wildlife, trees, birds. Took lots of great photos. Watch out for the snakes in the trees though - that was a little scary. When you get out into the vast area of water and wait for the magnigicent sight of the traditional bird, the colours will not disappoint and the flamingos as well.