Birding in Paradise
Santa Marta - birding in paradise tourA Colombia birding tour focussed on the exciting endemics & speciality species of the region
Introduction to our Santa Marta birding tour
The Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta is arguably Colombia’s most spectacular birding destination. Its towering snow-capped peaks rise as high as 5,700 metres above sea level and overlook sun-drenched beaches and sparkling Caribbean waters far below. Between lies a series of rich and varied habitats, from tropical coastal dry forests and saltwater lagoons, through to lower and mid-elevation cloud forests, all the way up to cool elfin forests and sub-paramo zones. On this 8-day classic Colombian birding tour, we shall spend our time searching out the rich avian diversity found in each of these locations, including 2 nights at the famous El Dorado lodge, which offers access to some of the most exciting birding on the entire South American continent!
This Santa Marta birding tour will be led by a seasoned expert birding guide who knows the region inside out. We'll also employ local guides to ensure we have the most up-to-date information on bird movements - critical for searching out local owl roosts and other cryptic species! During the tour we'll focus our efforts on seeing the key endemic species of the region, as well as the many regional and range-restricted specialities. The tour pace will be brisk, ensuring we maximise our time in this incredible region. We use the best available accommodations in Minca and the high Sierra (El Dorado lodge), and clean and comfortable modern hotels in Baranquilla and Riohacha. Please scroll down for more information about this Santa Marta birding tour.
Santa Marta birding in paradise tour details
Tour type:
Classic birding tour
Duration of the tour: 8 days
Group size:
Limited to 8 participants
Dates: New dates coming soon - please enquire below for further details
We can offer a private/customized version of this Santa Marta birding tour on dates suited to you. Please send an email to info@wildaboutcolombia.com for further details.
Pricing: TBC
Single room supplement:
Tour leader(s): Expert bilingual birding tour leader + local guides
Tour highlights
This Santa Marta birding tour is led by seasoned expert birding guides, ensuring the best possible chance to see the key species of the region.
We will explore tropical dry forests and lagoons in various locations along Colombia’s Caribbean coast, for range-restricted species such as Chestnut-winged Chachalaca, Sapphire-bellied Hummingbird, Vermillion Cardinal, White-whiskered Spinetail and Chestnut Piculet!
Birding the high elevations of Santa Marta from El Dorado lodge – surely one of the most scenic birding locations in all of South America!
A host of Santa Marta special endemics and near endemics are possible including gems such as Santa Marta Parakeet, Santa Marta Antpitta, Santa Marta Mountain-tanager, Santa Marta Screech-owl and Black-backed Thornbill!
From Minca we search for the likes of Golden-winged Sparrow, Rosy-thrush Tanager, Northern Royal Flycatcher, Black-crowned Antshrike and Keel-billed Toucan.
Enjoy world-class Colombian coffee, delicious food and amazing hospitality throughout the tour
