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Colourful Birds
Colombia
Duration: 14 days
Group size: 6 - 6
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About your trip

Capture unforgettable moments in the world's top hotspot for endemic bird species—an unmatched photographer's paradise.

The tour begins from: Santa Marta or Valledupar.

Location: North of Colombia (Magdalena, La Guajira and Cesar).

This photography tour takes you to some of the most breathtaking locations for birdwatching in Colombia, where you can capture stunning species like the Blue-naped Chlorophonia, Santa Marta Blossomcrown, Santa Marta Parakeet, Santa Marta Antpitta, American Flamingo, and Vermilion Cardinal, among others. The Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta is a true gem, known for its exceptional level of endemism and unparalleled biodiversity. This mountain range, one of the highest coastal ranges in the world, is home to rare and iconic birds, including the Santa Marta Parakeet, Sierra Nevada Antpitta, Tapaculo, and Brushfinch. The lush forests and towering peaks offer photographers endless opportunities to capture the region's natural beauty.


To the north, you’ll encounter the contrasting landscapes of La Guajira, where the vast desert dunes, arid plains, and vibrant indigenous cultures create a striking visual contrast to the lush mountain ecosystems. Despite its dry appearance, La Guajira supports a range of unique wildlife, including migratory birds that stop in this region along their migratory paths.


Just nearby, the Serranía del Perijá, located on the border with Venezuela, adds another layer of ecological richness with its rugged terrain and diverse flora and fauna. Together, these ecosystems—ranging from high-altitude mountains and cloud forests to desert plains—offer an extraordinary backdrop for birdwatching, showcasing Colombia’s incredible natural wealth and making it a paradise for nature lovers and photographers alike.

What's included

Transportation

Ground transportation on the stipulated routes.

Accommodation

Fourteen days, Fourteen nights in double accommodation.

Professional guide

Local guides

Where necessary

Meals

Meals specified for each day: b- Breakfast, l- Lunch, and d- Dinner.

Entrance fees

To the reserves

Transfers

Pick up at Santa Marta International Airport. Drop off at Santa Marta International Airport

Accompany to take every

picture as needed.

What's not included

International flights.

Domestic flights.

Extra accommodation

Nights before or nights after the tour.

Meals not stipulated

Laundry services

Alcohol Beverages

Insurance

(5 USD per day)

Other expenses

Gratuities

Wire Transfer

extra costs are 0,5% per transaction.

Map of the trip locations

A. Colombia

Colombia

About your organizer

Birds and Wildlife Photo Tours in Colombia, Brazil, Peru, Ecuador and Panama.

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