Walkers Reserve is a 277-acre bioregional hub, learning center and eco-tourism destination located on the beautiful east coast of Barbados. Once a sand quarry, 10 years of habitat regeneration has transformed this once degraded landscape into a thriving landscape with a variety of ecosystems. These include over 25 acres of wetlands, such as the Long Pond Estuary and two large freshwater lakes, along with dry coastal forests, woodlands, sand dunes, coastal scrub, grasslands and regenerative agroforestry.

Well-marked walking trails stretch across the entire reserve, with maps and signage at key points. Benches are strategically placed for birdwatching. While the trails include some hilly sections, they offer an immersive experience of the reserve’s diverse habitats.

Knowledgeable guides lead walking tours to help visitors spot a wide range of bird species, and driving tours are also available for those who prefer a more relaxed experience. Bird identification charts are provided for self-guided walks, and binoculars can be rented if needed.

With its rich variety of habitats and passion for conservation, Walkers Reserve is the perfect destination for a birding adventure!

Walkers Reserve is home to the Barbados Bullfinch, the island’s only endemic species. The reserve hosts a variety of commonly observed birds, including Pied-billed Grebes, American Coots, Common Gallinules, Ospreys, Egrets, Green Herons, Blue Herons, Yellow Warblers, Common Elaenias, Antillean Crested Hummingbirds, Green-throated Caribs, Bananaquits, Blue-winged Teals, Black-crowned Night Herons, and many more.

Breeding species at Walkers Reserve include the Pied-billed Grebe, Common Gallinule, American Coot, Rose-ringed Parakeet, Hummingbirds, Bananaquits, Green Herons and the Barbados Bullfinch.

Migratory birds can also be spotted at different times of the year, such as the Whimbrel, Semipalmated Plover, Lesser Yellowlegs, Greater Yellowlegs, Solitary Sandpiper, Willet, Least Sandpiper, Short-Billed Dowitcher, Belted Kingfisher, White-tailed Hawk, Peregrine Falcons, and many more. Ospreys are also regularly sighted, so frequently that we’ve installed an osprey nesting and monitoring platform in the hopes of encouraging a pair to nest here.

Walkers Reserve is accessible by car or bus. It is advised for those coming from the south to take the route down Horse Hill and on to East Coast Road (Cattlewash). Those coming from the west are advised to take the route along Mile-and-a-Quarter and down Farley Hill. For those arriving by bus, the St Andrew’s Church bus and Shorey Village bus will pass directly in front of the Reserve.

Once you arrive, security will greet you and direct you on where to park.