Colombia Birding TourCentral & Western Andes Specialties – From Cloud Forests to Paramo

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Colombia leads the world in bird species diversity—and this tour gives you access to some of the country’s most celebrated regions. Designed to highlight the endemic-rich slopes of the Central and Western Andes, this 11-night journey blends world-class birding with an appreciation for the varied landscapes, altitudes, and conservation efforts that define the Colombian Andes.

From the multicolored tanagers of the Chocó bioregion to high-altitude paramo hummingbirds, this route delivers diversity. The tour visits protected reserves, wetlands, reforested sites, and remote trails that support a wide range of species—including antpittas, toucans, manakins, and hummingbirds—many of them range-restricted or endemic. Comfortable lodges and direct access to bird-rich habitats make this an ideal itinerary for serious birders.

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Lodging and Locations

• Hotel Royal Elim International (Cali) – Arrival and introduction to Cali’s biodiversity

• Araucana Lodge (Dagua area) – Access to La Florida, Doña Dora, and Sonso Lagoon

• Hacienda Venecia / Tinamú Lodge – Reforested reserve with extensive birding trails

• Hacienda el Bosque – Cloud forest and high-elevation antpitta hotspots

• Mandalay 1941 Hotel (Pereira) – Base for Otún Quimbaya and Guásimo Trail lowlands

 

Tour Details

• Duration: 12 days / 11 nightsStart: Cali / End: Pereira

• Group Size: Maximum 10 birders

• Pace: Moderate to Intense; includes high elevation sites, uneven trails, and full days in the field

 

Includes:

• Lodging,

• All meals (BLD)

• Private transportation

• All entrance fees

• Expert guides

• Purified water

• Printed bird checklist

 

Excludes:

• International flights,

• Travel insurance,

• Alcoholic drinks, and

• Personal expenses

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