Dazzling Birds

Photo Tour - WorkShop - Expedition

10 Days/ 10 Nights

A colorful bird with a large beak is perched on a mossy branch.

Explore the Eastern Andes, enchanting home of the Muisca culture, and capture unique birdlife.

The tour begins from: Bogotá.

Location: East Andes Range (Cundinamarca and Boyaca).

This photography tour takes you to the best locations to capture the breathtaking birdlife of Cundinamarca and Boyacá, two regions nestled in the heart of Colombia. Renowned for their exceptional ecological diversity, these areas feature awe-inspiring cloud forests, pristine páramos, and picturesque Andean valleys. The páramo ecosystem, unique to the tropical Andes, is a critical water source for surrounding communities, with iconic páramos like Chingaza and Sumapaz showcasing rare flora such as frailejones, mosses, and orchids thriving in their misty embrace.


The birdlife here is unparalleled. Marvel at the shimmering Golden-bellied Starfrontlet, the vibrant Flame-faced Tanager, and the charming Wire-tailed Manakin, alongside iconic species like the Chestnut-eared Toucan and the endemic Bogotá Rail. These birds, set against stunning landscapes, make this region a paradise for bird photographers.


Cultural richness complements the natural beauty. The people of Cundinamarca and Boyacá honor their Muisca heritage through sacred sites, artisanal crafts, and farming traditions. Their deep connection to the land ensures the preservation of these fragile ecosystems, making every photograph a testament to the harmony between nature and culture in this remarkable part of Colombia.

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Additional information

  • Ground transportation on the stipulated routes.
  • Fourteen days, fourteen nights in double accommodation. 
  • Professional guide.
  • Local guides where necessary.
  • Meals specified for each day: b- Breakfast, l- Lunch, and d- Dinner.
  • Entrance fees to the reserves.
  • Pick up at Santa Marta  International Airport.
  • Drop off at Santa Marta  International Airport
  • Accompany to take every picture as needed

  • International flights.
  • Domestic flights.
  • Nights before or nights after the tour.
  • Meals not stipulated.
  • Wire Transfer extra costs are 0,5% per transaction.
  • Laundry.
  • Alcohol Beverages.
  • Insurance.
  • Other expenses are not specified.
  • Tips.

  • Bring Binoculars
  • Photography equipment
  • External memory for downloading pictures at night.
  • Computer to process at night.
  • Be prepared for rain and sun: waterproof rain jacket and quick-drying clothing.
  • Bring a camera protector.
  • Bring silica gel to store the equipment at night and avoid humidity.
  • Sunscreen, hat, or cap.
  • Waterproof trekking boots or rubber boots.
  • VERY IMPORTANT: insect repellent

LOGISTICS COULD CHANGE FOR MANY REASONS AS FOLLOWS:

a. Bird activity.


b. For the decision of the travellers.


c. Security issued. Healthy issue. Road Issue.


e. Other no specify.


The travellers have to accept any of these changes. If the shift carries extra costs, they assume them. The price is budgeted before the change.


Retorno does not provide equipment rental or loan service; each person must bring their cameras, lenses, batteries, memories and computer to carry out the activity in the best conditions. Retorno is not responsible for the loss, deterioration, or theft of photographic equipment or accessories.


RETORNO does not guarantee any species of birds or photography of them; nature is unpredictable.


RETORNO works hard to have the best logistics and protocols for safety during your visit to COLOMBIA BIRD PARADISE.