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Colombia - Central Andes (Relaxed)

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Colombia - Central Andes (Relaxed) 2026

01 Jul 2026 - 13 Jul 2026 (13 days)

USD6,395 3 SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: Robert Wilcox

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Tour Price (Per person): USD6,395 (GBP4,881 * EUR5,571 * AUD9,800)

Single Supplement: USD630 (GBP481 * EUR549 * AUD965)

Flight costs: USD110 (GBP84 * EUR96 * AUD169)

Colombia - Central Andes (Relaxed) 2027

19 Jul 2027 - 31 Jul 2027 (13 days)

USD6,600 SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: Robert Wilcox

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Tour Price (Per person): USD6,600 (GBP5,037 * EUR5,749 * AUD10,114)

Flight costs: USD120 (GBP92 * EUR105 * AUD184)

Pricing notes : *Prices are estimated, and dates may change*

Colombia - Central Andes (Relaxed) 2028

17 Jul 2028 - 29 Jul 2028 (13 days)

USD6,900 SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: Alexander Alvarado

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Tour Price (Per person): USD6,900 (GBP5,266 * EUR6,011 * AUD10,573)

Pricing notes : *Prices are estimated, and dates may change*

Colombia - Central Andes (Relaxed) 2029

17 Jul 2029 - 29 Jul 2029 (13 days)

USD7,300 SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: Robert Wilcox

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Tour Price (Per person): USD7,300 (GBP5,571 * EUR6,359 * AUD11,186)

This tour pairs with: Colombia - Santa Marta Extension I 2029

Pricing notes : *Prices are estimated, and dates may change*

Colombia needs no introduction in birding circles, home to over 1900 species, more than any other country. This huge diversity of species results from the equally diverse range of habitats: three Andean Cordilleras (Western, Central and Eastern Andes), two inter-Andean valleys (the Cauca and Magdalena Valleys), the lowland forests of the Amazon and Orinoco regions, the isolated snow-capped Santa Marta Mountains, the Pacific and Caribbean coasts, deserts and lakes, and the rich wet forests of the Chocó all help to make it one of the most exciting countries to bird on earth!

This relaxed tour focuses on the Pacific slope habitat of Las Tangaras, montane forests above Jardin, the famous antpittas of Rio Blanco and the high-altitude elfin forest and paramo of Los Nevados del Ruiz.

Top Birds

Red-bellied Grackle; Gold-ringed, Multicolored, Flame-rumped & Black-and-gold Tanagers; Chestnut-capped Piha; Yellow-headed Manikin; Velvet-purple Coronet; Empress Brilliant; White-throated Daggerbill; Crested Ant Tanager; Yellow-eared Parrot; Black-billed Mountain Toucan; Tourmaline Sunangel; Golden-headed Quetzal; Toucan Barbet; Yellow-breasted, Chestnut-crowned, Brown-banded, Slaty-crowned, Chestnut-naped & Bicolored Antpittas; Andean Cock-of-the-rock; Cauca Guan; Red-ruffed Fruitcrow; Golden-collared Manakin;

Top Mammals

Hoffmann's Two-toed Sloth

Habitats Covered

gallery forest, grasslands, humid forest, Choco forest, coffee plantations, scrub

Expected Climate

cool in highlands, mostly hot and humid in lowlands

Max Group Size

10 with 1 Rockjumper leader

Tour Pace & Walking

MODERATE TO CHALLENGING: This tour requires a good level of fitness, stamina, and overall health. It’s best suited for experienced birders who are comfortable with a more active itinerary. Please note that it may not be ideal for avid photographers, new birders, or those with mobility or health concerns.

Our Relaxed series of tours are designed to focus on having an enjoyable holiday with a bird and wildlife focus. Where possible; we have reduced or removed long drives, single night stays and poor/rustic accommodation. We have also sought to reduce or remove difficult hikes, narrow/muddy trails and otherwise oppressive environmental conditions. Early starts and night birding are mostly optional, and we will not spend much time searching for difficult and/or skulking species. These tours are not suitable for hardcore birders and listers, or dedicated photographers.

Accommodation

Comfortable, some lodgings are simple.

Ease of Birding

Moderate. Several low-density species. Typical forest birding difficulties of visibility & lighting.

Photographic Opportunities

Good. Typical forest lighting difficulties. Several feeders.

What our clients say about us

Forrest Rowland
JA - Colombia 2019

I was thrilled when Forrest Rowland agreed to run another Colombia Mega, as I really wanted to join a tour led by him – he has such extensive experience of this country and its birds. Even with that expectation, the trip exceeded my wildest dreams. Forrest’s grasp of Colombia’s birds, herps, plants, geography and history sets the scene for a magnificent experience. His humour and personality ensure one enjoys every minute.

Tuomas Seimola
GP, Colombia 2019

Tuomas was excellent. He was an excellent birder and group leader, ensuring the everyone saw each bird. He was persistent in pursuing our target birds but knew when enough was enough for the day. Tuomas has an easy going manner, but he (and the local leader) were efficient and effective in dealing with problems in the field or with the accomodation.

Forrest Rowland
LR, Colombia 2018

Forrest Rowland is an incredible guide.

Local Leader
HT, Colombia - Northern Andes: Central Andes 2025

Manuela Zapata was an excellent guide. She knows the songs and calls of the birds in the region very well. She finds the birds very quick and points its positiion to the clients very good. The tour was very good organized. She is a lovely guide.

Robert Williams
CA, Colombia 2017

From the several members of the office staff to the actual tour itself, I have nothing but high praise for my Rockjumper experience. This was my first tour with Rockjumper, but I hope it won't be my last. Alison and Sarah were tremendously helpful. Rob Williams is as good a leader as I have ever experienced. He not only knows the birds, but he made sure that we all got to see them, showing patience way beyond what I thought necessary. When one of our participants lost his passport, Rob bent over backwards to help this hapless person, never complaining while doing so. Rob always told us what the plan was for the next day. When Plan A didn't pan out, he had Plan B ready. If something went askew, he handled it with aplomb, always keeping his sense of humour. Did I mention he showed us wonderful birds? Oh, we saw some beautiful ones!

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