During this trip we will visit two regions rich in culture and biodiversity. From the Andean region, we will visit the Magdalena Medio region and the Antioquia region, characterized by colorful towns like Jardín, and modern cities like Medellín. And on the other hand, this itinerary extends to the Pacific Coast, this region has the greatest biodiversity in the country and is the least populated; it is characterized by its tropical forests, mangroves, pristine beaches, its amazing biodiversity and black communities of African descent that inhabit the region.

From 3.580 USD 14 Days / 13 Nights Departure: Walking Grade: Moderate

Trip Details

Group Size

8 Travelers Max

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Thematics

Birdwatching
Photography
Wildlife

Itinerary

DAY 1

Bogota

Reception at the airport in Bogota, the Andean capital, and transfer to your hotel.

Aloft Bogota (or similar) 30

Rio Claro (Antioquia, CO) © Tristan Quevilly

DAY 2

Bogota - Río Claro

Transport from Bogotá to Cañón del Rio Claro Nature Reserve. Approx. 6h30

Without having to leave the Rio Claro Canyon Nature Reserve, you can enjoy a range of activities and adventure sports: rafting, canopy climbing, v...

B, L, D 30 min Rio Claro Reserve in cabaña Mulata (or similar) 6h30

White-necked Jacobin (Florisuga mellivora)

DAY 3

Rio Claro Canyon Nature Reserve

Today we’re off early for a birdwatching hike in the reserve. We cross the Rio Claro to stop in the canyon and watch the morning bird activity. Return for lunch We head to Plata manantial to hike an ecological trail to p...

B, L, D Rio Claro Reserve in cabaña Mulata. (or similar)

DAY 4

Río Claro - Medellin

Morning at leisure in Rio Claro, then private transport from Rio Claro to Medellin.

B, L, D Hotel La Campana (or similar)

Parrot Snake (Leptophis ahaetulla ssp chocoensis)

DAY 5

Medellin - Bahia Solano - Pacific Botanical Garden

Transfer from hotel to Medellin’s Enrique Olaya Herrera airport (approx. 15 minutes).

Domestic flight to Bahia Solano. Maximum baggage weight is 15kg, any excess will incur an additional cost to be paid directly at the a...

B, L, D Mecana Ecohotel (or similar)

Red-capped Manakin (Ceratopipra mentalis)

DAY 6

Bahia Solano - Pacific Botanical Garden

Breakfast at the hotel and departure for a medium-level walk along the trails of the botanical garden. This is an area of unspoilt primary forest, home to the harpy eagle and the crested eagle, which usually have their n...

B, L, D Mecana Ecohotel (or similar)

DAY 7

Bahia Solano - El Valle Turtle Beach

Short tour of the hotel. Breakfast and departure with luggage for a boat excursion, where the second whale watching can take place. Arrival in the valley where “Mamá Orbe” is located, a community project for the conserva...

B, L, D Mama Orbe (or similar)

Western Basilisk (Basiliscus galeritus) @ Jose Ivan Cano

DAY 8

Bahia Solano - El Almejal

Breakfast at the hotel and early departure with lunch box. 9 km walk on flat ground with mud for the first observation of birds, monkeys, spiders, lizards, insects, butterflies, with traces of mammals, on the path of the...

B, L, D Hotel Almejal (or similar)

Koe-koe (Oophaga solanensis) @ Jose Ivan Cano

DAY 9

Bahia Solano - Rio Tundo

Breakfast and departure by overland transport to the village of El Valle with packed lunch. From the pier, you’ll take a canoe trip on the Tundo River, where you can observe local birds such as toucans. Hike up the mount...

B, L, D Hotel Almejal (or similar)

Humpback Whale or Yubarta (Megaptera novaeangliae)

DAY 10

Bahia Solano - Utria National Park

A vehicle (tuk tuk or chiva) will pick us up at the hotel and take us to the pier. We’ll bring our own breakfast for the ride. Boat trip for whale and pelagic bird watching. Arrival at Utría National Park. Breakfast and ...

B, L, D Hotel Almejal (or similar)

DAY 11

Bahia Solano - Medellin - Jardin

Breakfast and departure from the hotel with luggage. Land tour by tuk tuk or chiva where we can do a final birdwatching along the way (depending on flight schedule). Species we can observe: tanager sp, sarcoramphus papa,...

B, L, D Hotel La Casona (or similar) 3h

Yellow-eared Parrot (Ognorhynchus icterotis)

DAY 12

Jardin - Mirador El Roble

Departure at 5 a.m. by 4×4 vehicle for our day trip to Ventanas and the Mirador el Roble. We’ll go in search of Yellow-eared Parrot (Ognorhynchus icterotis) and visit the viewpoint to enjoy the variety of birds; we’ll ge...

B, L, D Hotel La Casona (or similar)

Andean cock-of-the-rock (Rupicola peruvianus)

DAY 13

Jardin - Medellin

Morning visit to the Jardín de Rocas reserve for observation of the Andean cock-of-the-rock (Rupicola peruvianus), in the afternoon you’ll take a walk along the Herrera path with your local guide for a final observation....

B, L, D Hotel La Campana (or similar) 3h

DAY 14

Medellin - Airport Medellin

Before Trasnfer to Airport we will take a Graffititour to the COMUNA 13: Medellín’s Comuna 13 used to be one of the most violent neighborhoods in the city. Tired of the situation, however, young people decided to react b...

Hotels

Casa Deco

Hotel Casa Deco is a beautiful, charming building, with a very art-deco style in La Candelaria, in Bogotá's historic center. You will easily access the tourist attractions, like the Gold Museum, the Modern Art Museum, and the Botero Museum. The Hotel includes a splendid terrace on the rooftop with the perfect view of the Cerros. The rooms are the perfect combination of European elegance with the local Colombian charms. The decoration is very colorful, with many works of art imitations. Some of the rooms have a balcony or a small terrace, where you will be able to admire the many beauties of La Candelaria.

Wifi Restaurant Bar

Ecolodge El Almejal

This reserve is located between the rain forest and El Almejal beach, close to the village of El Valle, in the middle of Bahia Solano beach and close to the natural park of Ensenada de Utria. This complex has 12 independent huts with its own private bathroom and a terrace, as well as one suite hut. The huts were built following bioclimatic parameters and following a sustainable architecture: it is the perfect balance between comfort and nature. Restaurant service is proposed.

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Choco Bahia Solano el Valle Almejal Wild Expedition

Utria National Park Choco Colombia Wild Expedition

Choco Nuqui Bahia Solano Wild Expedition

Price Details

Included

Accommodation in first class hotels
Accommodation in standard hotels
Domestic flights
Meals indicated in the program
Accommodation in Guest House (Double Occupancy)
Transportation in comfortable vehicles
Tour leader and English speaking guide
Local guides specialized in the region
Local transportation

Not Included

International flights
Additional drinks and meals
Tips
Medical insurance
Expenses not specified in the program

Price

3.580 USD per person

Terms & Conditions

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Spotted Species

Here is a non-exhaustive list of Animal Species you can spot during this tour

Hawksbill Sea Turtle

The Hawksbill Sea Turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata), commonly known as the Tortuga Carey in Spanish, is...

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Loggerhead Sea Turtle

The Loggerhead turtle is a marine reptile known for its distinctive large head and strong...

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Red-capped Manakin

The Red-capped Manakin (Ceratopipra mentalis) is a Chunky little bird of middle levels and understory...

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Red-legged Honeycreeper

The Red-legged Honeycreeper (Cyanerpes cyaneus) is a small, warbler-like tanager of tropical lowlands. Favors forest...

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Humpback Whale

Humpback whales are remarkable creatures, admired for their grace, intelligence, and the vital role they...

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Spectacled Parrotlet

The Spectacled Parrotlet (Forpus conspicillatus) are endemic to Middle and South America, including northern and...

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Blue-billed Curassow

Impressively large bird restricted to lowland rainforest in northern Colombia. It is critically endangered due...

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Collared Aracari

The Collared Aracari (Pteroglossus torquatus) has a black body with a yellow chest band and...

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Chachalaca Colombiana (Ortalis columbiana)

Colombian Chachalaca

The Colombian Chachalaca (Ortalis columbiana) is a noisy bird species found in the forests of...

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Beautiful Woodpecker

The Beautiful Woodpecker (Melanerpes pulcher) is a colourful bird about 18 cm (7 in) long....

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Sooty Ant-Tanager

The Sooty Ant-Tanager (Habia gutturalis) is a species of bird in the cardinal family (Cardinalidae);...

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Magdalena Antbird

The Magdalena Antbird (Sipia palliata) is a medium-sized, short-tailed antbird with a bright red eye....

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Oilbird

The Oilbird (Steatornis caripensis), locally known as the Guacharo, is a bird species found in...

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White-necked Jacobin

The White-necked Jacobin (Florisuga mellivora) is a rather large, spectacular hummingbird of humid tropical lowlands...

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Bay-headed Tanager

The Bay-headed Tanager (Tangara gyrola) is a vibrantly-colored, tropical bird that occurs in Costa Rica,...

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Your Tour Guides

Jose Ivan Cano

Nationality: Colombia

Languages: English, Spanish

Guiding since: 2000

Specialties: Photography, Willdlife, Communities, Trekking

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Mathieu Bohringer

Nationality: French

Languages: English, French, Spanish, Portugues

Guiding since: 2006

Specialties: Wildlife, Trekking, Filmmaker, Photografer, Drone

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