Stay at Hacienda San Jose, Zona Cafetera

Birdwatching in Colombia

15 days from £6,350pp

Colombia is one of world’s most biodiverse countries and is home to approximately 1,900 species of birds which amounts to a staggering 20% of all species on the planet. This makes it one of the planet’s premier birding destinations. This itinerary covers a diverse range of destinations and biomes in a comprehensive itinerary. Begin in the capital of Bogota where, after getting acquainted with a bit of history and culture, you’ll move beyond the borders to several protected birding areas right beyond the city limits. Further afield in the coffee region you will be enveloped in the lush green countryside. Using traditional haciendas (farmhouses) as your base, you will move around the region from south to north getting into the nooks and crannies of this bucolic landscape in search of the vibrant birdlife that calls the region home. We also recommend taking a hike through the Cocora Valley to admire the 200-foot tall wax palm trees and pay a visit to a tranquil hummingbird reserve hidden in the valley. Lastly you will head into the Sierra Nevada Mountains on the Caribbean Coast. A winding jeep ride will take you to Reserva El Dorado which alone is home to more than 350 species. Over the next couple of days you will be accompanied by expert guides in search of species large and small, from hawks to hummingbirds as well as tropical toucans and parrots.