Caribbean Endemic Birding tour
Explore the remarkable bird diversity of Colombia’s Caribbean coast and mountain ecosystems.
Join us on a 10-day expedition through Colombia’s diverse landscapes, from the arid lowlands to the towering Andean Peaks.
Encounter a staggering array of birdlife, with over 700 species recorded in the region. As you traverse these vibrant ecosystems, you’ll have the privilege or witnessing a captivating spectacle of nature, including 330 bird possible species and more than 20 endemic bird species found nowhere else on Earth.
This exclusive tour offers an unforgettable opportunity to connect with the natural world and create lasting memories.
Duration: 15 days 14 night
Group size: 2PAX to 8PAX + 1 Pajarero Guide.
Destinations: Colombian Caribe (Barranquilla, PNN Tayrona, Minca, Guajira y Serrania del Perijá)
Northern Screamer, Straight-billed Woodcreeper, Golden-green Woodpecker, Bicolored Conebill, Yellow-chinned Spinetail, Black-collared Hawk, Pied Puffbird, Blue-ground dove, Santa Marta Woodstar, Santa Marta Bloosomcrown, Santa Marta Antbird, Santa Marta Screech-owl, and Santa Marta Foliage Gleaner, White-tipped Quetzal, Coppery Emerald, and Streak-capped Spinetail, Perija Thistletail, Perija Metaltail, Perija Antpitta, Perija Brushfinch, Perija Tapaculo, Perija Stafrontlet, Painted Parakeet, Military Macaw, Green-rumped Parrolet, Black and Chestnut Eagle, Fulvous-headed Tanager, Scaled Piculet, Black-backed Antshrike, Swallow Tanager, Black and Chestnut Eagle, Andean Condor, King Vulture, Golden-headed Manakin, Rosy Thrush-Tanager, Golden-headed Quetzal, Klage’s Antbird, Back-fronted Wood-Quail, Black-and-white Owl, Foothill Screech-Owl.
Includes
Double Accomodation (1 double bed)
All meals from breakfast day 1 to lunch day 15
Entrances to all nature reserves
Professional and bilingual birding guide
Local guides
All ground private transportation
Colombian event insurance
Snacks and water
Vegetarian meals
Not Includes
Alcohol drinks
Activities not included in the itinerary
International flights and taxes
Toiletries
Laundry services
Extensions of a trip due to circunstances out of our control
International phone calls
Room service
Medical expenses (not cover for event insurance)
Tips or gratuity
Day 0 Arrival to Barranquilla
Arrival in Barranquilla where participants meet the tour guides and receive an introduction to the upcoming birding adventure across Colombia’s Caribbean region.
Day 1 Birding Salamanca
Birdwatching in Salamanca National Park, exploring coastal mangroves and dry forest habitats rich in Caribbean bird species.
Day 2 Birding in Minca – Owls night walk
Morning birding around Minca in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, followed by a night walk to search for owls and other nocturnal wildlife.
Day 3 Birding they way up “El Dorado Reserve"
Gradual ascent through different elevations of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta with birding stops along the way before reaching El Dorado Reserve.
Day 4 Birding San Lorenzo Ridge
Full day birding along San Lorenzo Ridge, one of the best locations to observe endemic species unique to the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta.
Day 5 Mountain House to Tayrona PNN
Morning birding around Mountain House followed by transfer to Tayrona National Natural Park along the Caribbean coast.
Day 6 Birding Tayrona PNN
Exploring the tropical forests of Tayrona National Park, where coastal ecosystems host a variety of lowland and Caribbean bird species.
Day 7 Birding Tayrona and Transfer to Rioacha
Morning birding in Tayrona before continuing the journey to Riohacha in the Guajira region.
Day 8 Birding Santuario Los Flamencos
Birdwatching in Los Flamencos Flora and Fauna Sanctuary, famous for its flamingos and diverse coastal birdlife.
Day 9 Birding Santuario Los Flamencos + Transfer to Valledupar
Morning birding in the sanctuary followed by transfer to Valledupar, gateway to the Perijá mountains.
Day 10 Birding Perijá Foothills
Exploration of the foothill forests of the Serranía del Perijá, home to many regional and endemic bird species.
Day 11 Birding Perijá Medium Elevations
Birding in the mid-elevation forests of Perijá, searching for a wide variety of Andean and endemic birds.
Day 12 Birding Perijá Highlands Paramo Area
Visit to the highland páramo ecosystems of Perijá, where unique high-altitude bird species can be observed.
Day 13 Birding Perijá the way down + Transfer to La Jagua
Descending through different elevations while birding along the way, followed by transfer to La Jagua.
Day 14 Birding Perijá looking for the Painted Parakeet
Dedicated day searching for the rare and colorful Painted Parakeet along with other special bird species of the region.
Day 15 Transfer from Valledupar to Santa Marta or Barranquilla
Final transfer to Santa Marta or Barranquilla airports to conclude the Caribbean birding expedition.
Bookings, payments and cancellations policies
For questions and bookings please contact our team via email or WhatsApp (+57 3160834407). A $200 USD deposit per person is required to confirm your booking. This deposit will be deducted from the total tour cost once the minimum group size of two people is reached. If the minimum group size is not met, your deposit will be refunded, minus a small fee to cover bank charges.
Note: We recommend waiting to book your flights until you receive official confirmation from Pajareros Birding Tours that the minimum group size has been met and your tour is confirmed.
Following confirmation of your booking by Pajareros Birding Tours, the full payment for the tour must be made before 60 days of the tour’s start date. Payment can be made via bank transfer or through a provided payment link.
If you need to cancel your tour, please notify us as soon as possible. For cancellations made more than 60 days before departure, a full refund, minus a small processing fee, will be issued. Cancellations made between 59 and 30 days prior to departure will incur a 30% fee. For cancellations within 30 days of departure, a 40% fee, plus any applicable bank fees, will be charged. For Cancellations within 15 days of departure, a 70% fee, plus any aplicable bank fees, will be charged.
Note: It is possible that due to unforeseen circumstances or weather conditions, we may need to make adjustments to the itinerary or guide. We will always strive to maintain the original itinerary as closely as possible, but flexibility is key to a successful birding tour.
Prices
2PAX 4600USD per person
3PAX 4100USD per person
4PAX 3700USD per person
5-8PAX 3300USD per person
Single room supplement $450USD
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