Colombia has more species of birds than any other country - a staggering 1900 species are to be found within the confines of this incredible nation; of which, at least 89 are endemic. 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!
Our series of northern Andes tours focus on the bulk of endemics that Colombia has to offer, working our way through the Central and Eastern Andean ranges, Magdalena and Cauca Valleys, as well as the dry Guajira desert and the impressive Santa Marta Mountains.
Our tour of Bogota and surrounds takes us to the Eastern Andes sites of Laguna Pedro Palo, Laguna Tabacal, Chingaza, BioAndina, Sumapaz, Chicaque and Tororoi for Black Inca, Turquoise Dacnis, Flame-winged Parakeet, Green-bearded Helmetcrest, Cundinimarca Antpitta, Apolinar's Wren, Bogota Rail and Moustached Brushfinch.
Black Inca; Turquoise Dacnis; Moustached Brushfinch; Golden-bellied Starfrontlet; Silvery-throated Spinetail; Indigo-capped Hummingbird; Rufous-browed Conebill; Coppery-bellied Puffleg; Blue-throated Starfrontlet; Flame-winged Parakeet; White-capped Tanager; Cundinimarca & Muisca Antpittas; Bronze-tailed Thornbill; Green-bearded Helmetcrest; Apolinar’s Wren; Bogota Rail; Ochre-breasted Brushfinch; Brown-breasted Parakeet.
montane forest, montane grassland, montane lakes, crater lakes, dry forest, cloud forest, temperate forest
temperate to cold in highlands, hot and possibly humid in lowland
8 with 1 Rockjumper leader and 1 local leader
brisk pace, some demanding walks
basic to comfortable hotels & lodges
moderate with some challenging species
700+ (full Northern Andes series)
spectacular scenery
average to good
Forrest Rowland was superb as usual. Both his birding skills and people skills are extraordinary.
Our guide Tuomas was excellent, the trip was excellent!
Two great tours led by Tuomas, who is an outstanding birder and great tour leader. Local guides were also very good, so we all saw virtually all of our hit list birds. Thanks to all.
I was extremely pleased with Rob and his ability to locate birds and get all members of the group on them for viewing. This was no small task given the reclusive nature of many of the species and the size of our group. In addition to Robs valuable birding skills are his management skills in planning and timing and surmounting both the usual and the unexpected difficulties associated with delays and circumstances. Rob is extremely knowledgeable and has excellent communication skills. His stories are informative and most often entertaining. He was a fun guide and I give him a 5 star plus rating.
Rob Williams and the Rockjumper folks were absolutely fantastic in helping me after I lost my passport. They made sure I got back to Bogota for the embassy appointments, changing plans on the fly. Very impressive dedication to help customers.
02 Oct 2023 - 08 Oct 2023 (7 days)
USD2,895 - 2 Spaces Available
Tour Leader: Adam Walleyn
Tour price (Per person): USD2,895 * GBP2,383 * EUR2,741 * AUD4,536
Single Supplement: USD340 * GBP280 * EUR322 * AUD533
Can be linked with: Colombia - Northern Andes: Medellin & surrounds 2023
01 Nov 2024 - 07 Nov 2024 (7 days)
USD2,995 - Spaces Available
Tour Leader: Lev Frid
Tour price (Per person): USD2,995 * GBP2,466 * EUR2,836 * AUD4,692
Single Supplement: USD290 * GBP239 * EUR275 * AUD454
Can be linked with: Colombia - Northern Andes: Medellin & surrounds 2024
09 Nov 2025 - 15 Nov 2025 (7 days)
USD4,000 - Spaces Available
Tour Leader: Carlos Bocos
Pricing notes : *Prices are estimated and dates may change*
Tour price (Per person): USD4,000 * GBP3,293 * EUR3,788 * AUD6,267
Can be linked with: Colombia - Northern Andes: Medellin & surrounds 2025
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