PUERTO RICO - DOMINCAN REPUBLIC

This was just a travelling day and we even had a lie in as we didn’t leave for San Juan Airport until 9am. Our flight to Punta Cana was delayed and we didn’t touch down in the Dominican Republic until 4.30pm, to be greeted by a wall of noise from a local band and an airport buzzing with a multitude of people. Our first endemic Palmchats outside the car rental centre were very much appreciated by everyone and a well-timed boost. The only other bird of note was an Antillean Swift seen on the drive, which saw us arrive at the equally bizarre and delightful Altos de Cano Hondo in the dark at 8.30pm. But a few beers later and we were all ready for what tomorrow would bring….. more lifers!