Get ready for an unforgettable day in La Boquilla! We start with a magical birdwatching experience in the mangroves, followed by a creative workshop with the talented women of DAMARTES, where you’ll learn to make coconut crafts. In the afternoon, immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of the Afro-descendant community with the vibrant rhythms of “los tambores” at BATAMBORA. A journey filled with nature, art, and culture awaits you! 

We will Discover Cartagena, a historic gem on Colombia’s Caribbean coast. Founded in 1533, this city was a key trade hub between Spain and its empire. Explore its well-preserved colonial architecture and impressive fortifications built to fend off pirates. Immerse yourself in Cartagena’s vibrant culture and rich history

Embark on a birdwatching adventure at Isla Salamanca National Park, spotting unique species like the Chestnut-winged Chachalaca and Sapphire-bellied Hummingbird. Explore the vibrant wetlands and mangroves, home to diverse avian life.

Day 5 Visit the Ciénaga Grande Fauna and Flora Sanctuary, Colombia’s largest lagoon area, and a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Discover stilt-house fishing communities and navigate picturesque mangroves. In the afternoon, transfer to Minca for more adventures.

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Day 6: Birding in Minca & Coffee Farm Visit

Explore Minca’s diverse habitats, spotting unique birds like the Golden-winged Sparrow. Visit Hacienda La Victoria to learn about coffee cultivation.

Day 7: Birding the Sierra Nevada

Discover endemic birds in the Sierra Nevada, including the Santa Marta Tapaculo and White-tipped Quetzal.

Day 8: High-Elevation Birding

Seek out the critically endangered Santa Marta Parakeet and other unique species in the highest elevations of the Sierra Nevada.

 Continue exploring the Sierra Nevada, revisiting San Lorenzo Ridge or heading to Minca for any missed species. In the late afternoon, descend to a coastal hotel for some coastal birding before dusk. 

In the late afternoon, we will descend to a hotel on the coast, where we may seize the chance for some coastal birding before dusk. The change in environment introduces a different set of species, enriching our birdwatching experience with a diverse range of coastal avifauna. 

 Between the Camarones village and the Tapias River lies the captivating Los Flamencos Flora and Fauna Sanctuary, situated at the western edge of the Guajira desert. Inside the sanctuary, a network of inland lagoons along the coast, filled by rainwater and little streams, becomes a haven for numerous spectacular shorebirds. Among the avian residents are the iconic American Flamingo, the even more  vivid Scarlet Ibis, White Ibis, various gulls, terns, and a plethora of migratory shorebirds that grace the waterbodies of Los Flamencos.  

 This enchanting area is home to the Wayuu people, a matriarchal community where the cultural essence is passed down through the maternal line. The women, since ancient times, have been the bearers of the community's traditions. Among their activities, the art of weaving backpacks, bags, and colorful blankets reflects their cultural vision. In recent years, a group of five women from the community has developed an interest in birdwatching, and, when their time permits, they serve as local guides. We'll have the privilege of birding with these knowledgeable guides in the morning, gaining insights into both the avian diversity and the rich cultural heritage of the Wayuu people