Most Booked$80 USD ppAbout 3 hours
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Hiking Trail
Blackwood Allen Nature Trail
Scriber's favourite. An easy, gentle forest walk under a lush green canopy, perfect for all ages and abilities.
4.9 on TripAdvisorKing's Honour Award (MBE) · 40+ years guiding
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Duration
About 2 hours (a bit longer at a personal pace)
Difficulty
Easy · Gentle · All ages
Group size
1 to 30 people
Route
Loop through the Centre Hills forest
The Experience
My favourite walk on the island
I'll tell you straight, the Blackwood Allen Nature Trail is probably my favourite of all our trails. Why? Because it is the easiest one to walk, gentle on the feet for grown-ups and children alike, with very little climbing, and you can do it at almost any time of the day. It is the one I take people on when they want the beauty of the forest without the hard work.
The whole walk lives inside the forest, start to finish, under a beautiful lush green canopy. Here and there the trees open up into natural viewing spaces that frame the forest and the sky, and there are wonderful flowers all along the way, our national flower the heliconia among them. Keep an ear out for the birds too, including the Montserrat Oriole.
5 on TripAdvisor
“Highly recommended for anyone wanting to experience Montserrat's wildlife. Scriber's knowledge of the island is second to none. Orioles, hummingbirds, tarantulas — whatever floats your boat, Scriber can find it for you!”— Emma C.
What makes it special
Moments you'll remember
The easiest walk on the island
Gentle and nearly flat, good for adults and children of all abilities.
A lush green canopy
The whole walk lives inside the forest, from start to finish.
Natural viewing spaces
Openings in the canopy that frame the forest and the sky.
Flowers and birds
Wonderful flora, including the heliconia, and forest birds like the Montserrat Oriole.
Itinerary
What you'll see, in order
Stop 1
Meet and set off
Meet Scriber at the trailhead. Transport can be arranged for an additional fee — just request a return pickup in your booking notes or message us on WhatsApp. Or you can drive yourself. The start time is flexible — almost any time of day works.
Stop 2
Into the forest
Step straight into the lush green canopy on a gentle, nearly level path.
Stop 3
The viewing spaces
Pause at the natural openings that frame the forest and the sky.
Stop 4
Flowers and birds
Take your time with the flowers and the birdlife, with Scriber naming what you see.
Stop 5
Back through the forest
The walk brings you back out where you started, easy the whole way.
The fine print
What's in the price
Included
- Private guided walk with James 'Scriber' Daley, MBE
- The full guided forest walk, at an easy pace
- Flower, bird, and forest knowledge throughout
On you
- Transport — can be arranged on request (or follow in your own vehicle)
- Refreshments
- Gratuities (appreciated)
Before you go
Come prepared
Wear
Comfortable closed shoes and light clothing. No special gear needed for this one.
Bring
Water, insect repellent, a hat, and a camera. We encourage guests to bring their own hiking sticks.
Children
One of our best walks for families — gentle and easy for children of all abilities.
Weather
Easy going in most conditions, though the path can be a little muddy after rain.
Book your spot
Ready for an easy one?
An easy, gentle forest walk — good for almost any fitness level and lovely at almost any time of day. Transport can be purchased when you book (up to 4 persons) — contact us for larger groups or any questions.
Secure your spot online — free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
Booking 5 or more? Message us for group pricing.
FAQ
Answers at a glance
Continue the journey
More ways to discover the island
Easy forest walk · Flexible times