12 Aug 2026 - 17 Aug 2026 (6 days)
USD2,595 - Spaces Available
Tour Leader: Robert Wilcox
Pricing notes : Linked flight = BOG to BAQ
Tour price (Per person): USD2,595 * GBP1,983 * EUR2,266 * AUD4,015
Single Supplement: USD190 * GBP145 * EUR166 * AUD294
Flight costs: USD110 * GBP84 * EUR96 * AUD170
Flight costs (Linked Tour): USD110 * GBP84 * EUR96 * AUD170
30 Nov 2026 - 05 Dec 2026 (6 days)
USD2,595 - Spaces Available
Tour Leader: Alexander Alvarado
Pricing notes : Linked flight = BOG to BAQ
Tour price (Per person): USD2,595 * GBP1,983 * EUR2,266 * AUD4,015
Single Supplement: USD190 * GBP145 * EUR166 * AUD294
Flight costs: USD110 * GBP84 * EUR96 * AUD170
Flight costs (Linked Tour): USD110 * GBP84 * EUR96 * AUD170
12 Aug 2027 - 17 Aug 2027 (6 days)
USD2,700 - Spaces Available
Tour Leader: Robert Wilcox
Pricing notes : *Prices are estimated, and dates may change*
Tour price (Per person): USD2,700 * GBP2,064 * EUR2,358 * AUD4,178
Flight costs: USD120 * GBP92 * EUR105 * AUD186
Flight costs (Linked Tour): USD120 * GBP92 * EUR105 * AUD186
21 Nov 2027 - 26 Nov 2027 (6 days)
USD2,700 - Spaces Available
Tour Leader: Stephan Lorenz
Pricing notes : *Prices are estimated, and dates may change*
Tour price (Per person): USD2,700 * GBP2,064 * EUR2,358 * AUD4,178
Flight costs: USD120 * GBP92 * EUR105 * AUD186
Flight costs (Linked Tour): USD120 * GBP92 * EUR105 * AUD186
Our Santa Marta tour takes us to the Santa Marta Mountains and the Guajira Peninsula on the northern coast of Colombia. The Santa Marta massif is an isolated mountain range, and its snow-capped peaks are the highest coastal mountains in the world. It is also one of the most endemic-rich regions of South America, hosting nearly 50 endemic and regional specialities plus numerous endemic subspecies several of which, upon further taxonomic review, are likely to be elevated to full species status in the future.
Santa Marta & Sierra Nevada Brushfinches; Santa Marta Bush Tyrant; Santa Marta Parakeet; Santa Marta Woodstar; Santa Marta Mountain Tanager; White-tailed Starfrontlet; Hermit Wood Wren; Santa Marta & White-lored Warblers; Yellow-crowned Whitestart; Black-backed Thornbill; Rusty-headed Spinetail; Santa Marta Blossomcrown; Santa Marta Antpitta; Santa Marta Screech Owl; Santa Marta & Brown-rumped Tapaculos; Vermilion Cardinal; Glaucous Tanager; Sapphire-bellied, Buffy & Sapphire-throated Hummingbirds; Red-billed & Coppery Emeralds; Ferruginous Pygmy Owl; Chestnut Piculet; Rufous-vented & Chestnut-winged Chachalacas; White-tipped Quetzal; Black-fronted Wood Quail; Bronze-brown Cowbird; Turquoise-winged Parrotlet.
Rainforest, dry forests, estuarine, xerophytic scrub
Temperate to cold in highlands (El Dorado), hot and dry in the lowlands (Guajira Peninsula). Rain is likely on some days.
8 with 1 Rockjumper leader and 1 local leader
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.
This is a moderately difficult tour. Not suitable for dedicated photographers; or anyone with mobility / health challenges. Some very early mornings / long days.
Comfortable to good.
Moderate to demanding. Bird density is low in some areas, several difficult target species that require patience, persistence & repeat attempts (ie: Antpittas & Tapaculos).
270+
spectacular Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta range, Caribbean Sea
good
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 was excellent. He made extreme efforts to make sure everyone saw the birds. Great itinerary. Covid testing was easy and smooth. Local guides were wonderful. Special dietary needs were met. Thanks again!!"
First of all, Forrest Rowland's profound knowledge of the full range of bird identification traits, songs and calls, habitat preferences and behavioural detail was indispensable to our ability to view, hear, and understand what we were looking for/at. Even more so, his knowledge and ability to effectively convey such information in a timely and readily comprehensible manner was an essential component of our ability to get on birds effectively. Plus his expertise and experience did not stop with the bird life. Secondly, he was an amazing leader in keeping a diverse group of participants focused on tasks at hand and committed to an inclusive "team" dynamic, not an easy feat! His very personable and easy going style kept everyone engaged and appreciating contributions from the whole group... and no one ever appeared isolated. Lastly, and also crucial to an effective journey of this type, Forrest was always on top of tour logistics and management, which are extremely complex and sometimes change with little notice (e.g. flights being cancelled). ln part this was due to his own experience travelling within Colombia, building upon the wonderful network of supporting "staff/contributors", and he was always able to easily provide next step details, rationales, and alternatives to the group.
Forrest Rowland is an incredible guide.
Rob's combination of bird finding skills and tour management expertise made for a great birding trip which was enjoyed by all.
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