Colombia is the Holy Grail of birdwatching: with almost 2,000 species, no other country on earth has such an extensive bird list. One-fifth of all the world’s birds are found here, of which almost 90 are endemic.
But beyond these staggering numbers, this megadiverse country combines stunning Andean, Caribbean, Pacific, and Amazonian ecosystems with some of the friendliest people on earth: it’s truly a joy to go birding in Colombia! Colombia’s geography is as diverse as its culture—from the Pacific Ocean in the west to the Orinoco River in the east, the Caribbean in the north, and southern Andean peaks and lowland Amazon rainforest. Here, the Andes are divided into three long mountain ranges, a unique phenomenon in South America. The wide valleys of the Cauca and Magdalena Rivers split these ranges. The two coastal mountain ranges of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta and Serrania del Perijá are home to an amazing concentration of endemic species. Colombia has something for everyone.
A recent commitment to birding tourism has resulted in many new birding routes, lodges, and private reserves, providing remarkable access to the country’s most emblematic birds. Numerous hummingbird gardens and feeding stations throughout the country also make Colombia an excellent destination for photographers.
From Santa Marta to Perija
This is a birdwatching tour through the heart of one of Colombia's most biodiverse and remote regions. It offers diverse ecosystems and climates, ranging from the country's driest desert to the world's highest coastal range. On this trip, we will traverse the Magdalena River delta, mangrove swamps, and semi-humid coastal forests. The Sierra…
Colombia14 days
From 3780 US$
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Sublimes Llanos
With over 700 species, birds are the undisputed stars of the Colombian Llanos. Still, they share these vast savannas with incredibly rich Amazonian wildlife: Tamandua and jaguar, armadillo and anaconda, howler monkey, and capybara. As part of the Orinoco River basin, this sprawling region of grasslands, savannas, and wetlands dotted with forests is…
Next departure on Friday, January 31, 2025Colombia
10 days
From 2360 US$
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Inírida
Inírida is one of the lesser-known regions in the Amazon basin. However, it has recently become one of the most in-demand destinations for birdwatchers thanks to its high concentration of rare and specialized species, incredible biodiversity, and geographic isolation. Located at the meeting point of some of Colombia’s largest rivers, the Guaviare and…
Next departure on Sunday, January 26, 2025Colombia
6 days
From 1500 US$
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