Considered by many to be the promised land of birders, the South American continent, home to over 33% of the world’s birdlife, is full of birding opportunities. Our tailor-made small group tours are geared towards both the hard core birder and the contemplative beginner.
Panama – The Birds of the Isthmus
Passionate about birds and nature? Our guides know the best spots.
From the Panama Canal Zone to the east of Darien, passing through Torti, the humid forests of Soberanía National Park, and the legendary Pipeline Road, you will have the opportunity to traverse world-class observation areas where many regional endemic species live. For photographers, numerous…
Next departure on Saturday, January 04, 2025Panama
10 days
From 2495 US$
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Bolivian Andean Endemics
On this nine-day tour between La Paz and Cochabamba, we will explore the best of Bolivia’s myriad Andean ecosystems: from the shining blue waters of Lake Titicaca to the windswept high-altitude puna; the mist-shrouded Yungas forests to the cactus-strewn dry valleys. In exploring these diverse Andean ecosystems, we will be able to observe the majority…
Next departure on Saturday, June 28, 2025Bolivia
10 days
From 2120 US$
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Blue-throated Macaw Reserve and Trinidad Birdwatching Extention
During this five-day tour, we will be able to observe a host of localized and specialty species in a mixture of habitats, including savannah, seasonally-flooded grasslands, varzea forest, gallery forest, and scrub. The megadiverse plains of El Beni are also home to some incredible mammal species, including Jaguar, Maned Wolf, Bolivian River Dolphin, and Giant…
Next departure on Tuesday, July 08, 2025Bolivia
5 days
From 1780 US$
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Bolivia Birdwatching Tour
This tour focuses on Bolivia’s endemic species, with a particular focus on the Yungas forests on the eastern Andean slopes, and the inter-Andean dry valleys of the Cochabamba region. We will explore the grasslands and dry forests of Santa Cruz, the lush cloud forests of Amboro National Park, the iconic Death Road, the sparkling blue…
Next departure on Saturday, May 31, 2025Bolivia
14 days
From 3300 US$
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Bolivian Andes to Amazon Adventure
Bolivia is home to more macaw species than any country on the planet and we will search for two critically endangered, endemic macaws during the trip: Blue-throated and Red-fronted Macaw. Throw in a cornucopia of tanagers, hummingbirds, toucans, parrots, and raptors, and we will experience some of Bolivia’s greatest avian wonders while marveling at some…
Next departure on Saturday, August 09, 2025Bolivia
13 days
From 2990 US$
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In the heart of the Andean Chocó - Slow Birding
Nestled behind the peaks of the Pichincha volcano in Ecuador, this natural gem recently gained fame when it was declared a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve. Covering 287,000 hectares of native subtropical forest, the Andean Chocó absorbs around 250 tons of carbon per hectare, thus purifying our planet’s air. With 12 types of forests…
Ecuador8 days
From 1847 US$
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Special photo cruise to the Galapagos
The landscapes of the enchanted archipelago are most fascinating, as is the fauna that inhabits it. All these varied, unusual and mimetic creatures combine in a panel of black, grey, ochre and green matisses, giving the monochrome and placid scenery a few touches of movement. These surrealistic landscapes call for a deep insight…
Galápagos12 days
From 6395 US$
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Atlantic Forest Photo Tour
The Atlantic rainforests of southern Brazil are home to some of the country’s highest concentrations of endemic species. Birding Experience will take you to different reserves and sites in the Mata Atlantica on this tour, specially designed for photographers. A veritable feast of birds awaits you at reserves, trails,…
Next departure on Sunday, July 13, 2025Brazil
7 days
From 1550 US$
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Tumbesian endemics and southern Andes
Southern Ecuador is among the most exciting regions for ornithological and wildlife discoveries. Off the beaten track, each corner offers varied and exotic wildlife with numerous endemic species. Of the country's large continental bioregions, the Tumbes region, which straddles the Peruvian border, is the richest in range-restricted species. From the mangrove swamps bathed…
Next departure on Saturday, February 01, 2025Ecuador
19 days
From 4190 US$
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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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From Chocó to Yasuni
Located just a few wingbeats northwest of the Ecuadorian capital, the Andean Chocó, recently promoted to Biosphere Reserve status by UNESCO, has become one of the most emblematic bioregions in the tropical Andes. About 850 species of birds are concentrated here, 62 of which are endemic. From the other side of the high…
Ecuador16 days
From 4680 US$
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Darwin's Endemics
Our expert birders have meticulously designed this unique birdwatching cruise to optimize the sighting of almost all the birds on the Galapagos islands. The Galapagos National Park has authorized our tour to adapt the standard boat routes, allowing us to visit all the key birding locations, including the remote northern islands of Darwin…
Next departure on Friday, August 08, 2025Galápagos
12 days
From 5270 US$
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On both sides of the Andes
Throughout the trip, we will cross different altitudinal gradients on either side of the Andes to explore northern Ecuador’s most renowned conservation projects. These nature and bird sanctuaries offer excellent opportunities for bird photography. Although hummingbirds, tanagers, and toucans will be the main targets of this bird photography trip, all other neotropical birds…
Next departure on Saturday, January 11, 2025Ecuador
17 days
From 4125 US$
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From Buenos Aires to Iguazú
During a stay in this region, you can expect to spot between 250 and 300 bird species. The gardens of your hotel in Puerto Iguazú will offer a first glimpse of the local species. Then, a full day in Iguazú National Park will provide access to forest trails and boardwalks offering stunning views of the…
Next departure on Friday, January 31, 2025Argentina
7 days
From 1950 US$
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Southern Peru: Birds and Ruins
This birdwatching tour, starting from Lima, crosses the Andes to the deep tropical rainforests of Manu. Of course, we could not conceive of a birdwatching trip in southern Peru without including the most famous tourist site in the world, Machu Picchu, where we can marvel at one of the wonders of the New…
Peru15 days
From 4290 US$
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Pantanal and Atlantic Forest
When most people think of Brazil, they think of Carnival, Sugarloaf, and endless beaches, but we think of the Pantanal and the Atlantic forests. Between large wetlands, savannahs, and emerald forests, these two great ecosystems are excellent places to start discovering Brazil. They are also the best places on the continent to observe…
Brazil15 days
From 5680 US$
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Special birding cruise to the Galápagos
Comprising 14 islands and numerous islets and rocks, the Galapagos archipelago was formed by a volcanic hotspot. Additionally, the Galapagos are situated at a convergence point of several ocean currents, resulting in varied climates and seasons. The frigid waters of the Humboldt Current from the south bring nutrients, prompting breeding seasons, while warm…
Next departure on Sunday, March 16, 2025Ecuador, Galápagos
12 days
From 5590 US$
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Birds from The End of the World
From the Pampas to the Valdes Peninsula, from the great windswept Patagonian steppes to the mighty Perito Moreno glacier, this tour visits some of the most wild and majestic landscapes on earth. We will explore Laguna Nimez in search of the Magellanic Plover, the Strobel Plateaus for the rare Hooded Grebe, the southern…
Next departure on Saturday, January 11, 2025Argentina
15 days
From 5995 US$
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