Mélange Travel & Lifestyle Magazine October 2019 | Page 154

Centre Hills
places of interest
Rendezvous Bay
Nestled within verdant cliffs, the only white sand beach on Montserrat will be found here, at
Rendezvous Bay. Hiking to this beach may be a bit arduous so many opt to get here by boat, and
the adventurous may choose to kayak, but whatever method you decide to use, this is a lovely
place to spend a few hours. Armed with a picnic basket and sunscreen, it can be a pleasant respite
after hours of bird-watching, exploration of the Buried City or hiking.
A tropical rainforest and home to numerous
birds including the island’s national bird, the
Oriole, Centre Hills is a popular hiking area,
especially frequented by visitors who are
avid bird-watchers. It is also home to reptiles,
amphibians and endemic plants. Hiking
here can be more than just a fun exercise - it
can also be an educational experience for
those who may be interested in exploring the
biodiversity of the forest area.
Photo Credit: Montserrat Tourism Board
Photo Credit: TripAdvisor Traveller, Eli R.