Wildlife sanctuary · Mayaro

Bush Bush Wildlife Sanctuary

Last verified 15 Aug 2026 · how we verify

Protected island of forest inside the Nariva Swamp, reached by boat with a guide.

Protected island of forest inside the Nariva Swamp, reached by boat with a guide. Bush Bush sits inside the Nariva Swamp Ramsar site and is home to red howler monkeys, capuchins and a long bird list. Access is regulated: you need a permit and a licensed guide, arranged in advance, not on the day.

Notice · Nesting beaches, Mayaro to Nariva

Turtle nesting season: guided access only on protected beaches

Between March and August, access to nesting beaches is restricted and a permitted guide is required. Do not use white light and never approach a nesting turtle.

Issued 1 Mar 2026, 04:00Updated 15 Jul 2026, 05:00Under review until 31 Aug 2026, 20:00Forestry Division / Wildlife Section

Summarised from the source above and not a live feed — always check the issuing authority before travelling.

Access & safety notes

Accessibility: Not yet confirmed.

Key facts

Price: Free to visit. Parking or facilities may be charged separately.
Locality: Mayaro
Opening hours: Guided tours generally Sa-Su 06:00-18:00, by arrangement
Group size: Not yet confirmed
Family suitability: Suitable for families
Accessibility: Not yet confirmed

Things to Do details

Experience type: Wildlife sanctuary
Booking: Walk-up access
Season: Year round
Guide: Guide included

Amenities & details

Wildlife
Guided access
Birdwatching
Boat access

Guest reviews

4.70 out of 5 on OpenStreetMap community survey / Tripadvisor, read at last check on 15 Aug 2026. Ratings belong to OpenStreetMap community survey / Tripadvisor and its guests, not to Mayaro.org.

Location & directions

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Policies & what to expect

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Children are welcome; supervision is the visitor's responsibility, especially near open water.