Colombia

Colombia is the top destination for birding worldwide with over 1900 species of birds recorded! Birding here is overwhelmingly good.

Upcoming departures:

Western Colombia

Indigo-winged Parrot (Hapalopsittaca fuertesi)
Indigo-winged Parrot (Hapalopsittaca fuertesi)

Overview

This birding adventure takes you to the top birding hotspots in the region as well as more remote areas in search of spectacular endemics.

Green Thorntail (Discosura conversii)
Green Thorntail (Discosura conversii)

Ideal for photographers, avid birders and anyone wishing to enjoy nature.

An easy-paced itinerary that samples portions of Colombia’s western and central Andes as well as the Chocó bio-region and Cauca river valley.

Gold-ringed Tanager (Bangsia aureocincta)
Gold-ringed Tanager (Bangsia aureocincta)

Details

2 to 8 participants

10-day (11 nights) and 14-day (15 nights) options

Dates: July 25 to August 5, 2023 – Full

Dates: July 25 to August 5, 2024 – 8 slots remaining

Experience Western Colombia with Xikanel.

East Andes & Llanos

Red-breasted Meadowlark (Sturnella militaris)
Red-breasted Meadowlark (Sturnella militaris)

Overview

The diverse East Andean foothills and the Llanos offer a breathtaking array of bird species, climates and ecosystems.

White-tailed Goldenthroat (Polytmus guainumbi)
White-tailed Goldenthroat (Polytmus guainumbi)

Ideal for photographers, avid birders and anyone wishing to enjoy nature.

A rapid-paced itinerary hitting several hotspots on Colombia’s East Andes, before dipping into the Llanos.

Buff-necked Ibis (Theristicus caudatus)
Buff-necked Ibis (Theristicus caudatus)

Details

2 to 8 participants

10-day (11 nights) and 14-day (15 nights) options

Dates: November 30 to December 11, 2023.

Enjoy Eastern Colombia with Xikanel.

Amazonita Lodge

Brown Jacamar (Brachygalba lugubris)
Brown Jacamar (Brachygalba lugubris)

Overview

A brand-new birding destination in Colombia’s Amazon, located on the Tunia river, Meta department.

Black-faced Antbird (Myrmoborus myotherinus)
Black-faced Antbird (Myrmoborus myotherinus)

This tour features some of the most spectacular diversity that the amazon basin has to offer. While staying at the Amazonita Lodge, you will make short trips to a wide array of habitats and encounter countless species of birds.

Blue-throated Pipping-Guan (Pipile cumanensis)
Blue-throated Pipping-Guan (Pipile cumanensis)

Details

2 to 8 participants

10-day (11 nights) and 14-day (15 nights) options

Discover a rare corner of Colombia’s Amazon with Xikanel.

Schedule a Tour

Please fill out this form to inquire about our set departures or to help us tailor a custom tour that fits your dreams.

All photos copyright John Cahill.

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