Some of the highlight species along our route
ENDEMIC & ENDANGERED
RED BELLIED GRACKLE
One of the flagship species of our route. With a very restricted distribution within Colombia, this endemic bird stands out not only for its striking red plumage but also for its remarkable vocalizations. High chances of seeing it during our tour.
SEMI ENDEMIC
YELLOW-HEADED MANAKIN
Our route is one of the very few places worldwide where this near-endemic species (shared with Ecuador) can be observed without venturing deep into the jungle. Sightings are never guaranteed and require patience and some luck.
South American endemic
SOUTHERN EMERALD-TOUCANET
A beautiful toucanet. The southern counterpart of the Northern Emerald Toucanet, with subtle but noticeable differences. We have two spots with chances to see that specie.
SOUTH AMERICAN ENDEMIC
ANDEAN MOTMOT
Restricted to Andean region, its brilliant blue coloration is impossible to miss — as are its distinctive tail shape and vocalizations. High chances of seeing it along our route.
SOUTH AMERICAN ENDEMIC
GOLDEN TANAGER
A lively and striking tanager, instantly captivating with its brilliant golden tones.Good chances of encountering it on our route.
CENTRAL & SOUT AMERICA ENDEMIC
RED-HEADED BARBET
A bird that almost looks unreal. Its extraordinary colors are truly mind-blowing. One of the few species in which the female is also vividly colored — in blue.
CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICA ENDEMIC
FLAME-RUMPED TANAGER
Its bright silver bill and fiery red underparts are unmistakable. A large, active, and truly remarkable tanager.
CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICAN ENDEMIC
BAY-HEADED TANAGER
Known in Spanish as the Tricolored Tanager, this stunning bird is considered one of Colombia’s most beautiful species. Restless and rarely still, it dazzles with colors that seem almost unreal.
SOUTH AMERICA ENDEMIC
BLACK-CAPPED TANAGER
Another remarkable tanager, featuring greenish and blue tones blending across its throat, beautifully contrasted by its black crown
SOUTH AMERICA ENDEMIC
SICKLE-WINGED GUAN
It would appear to be an ordinary guan if it were not for its brilliant blue facial mask, which shines in the light and contrasts strikingly with its red eyes.This species is also known for producing one of the most unusual sounds in flight — a rattling noise reminiscent of a maraca, which is why it is locally known in Colombia as the Pava Maraquera.
COLOMBIAN ENDEMIC
COLOMBIAN CHACHALACA
The loudest bird on our route. Endemic and restricted to Colombia’s Andean region, this dinosaur-like species is highly social, extremely noisy, and displays behavior that makes it impossible to overlook. Virtually guaranteed on our route.
SOUTH AMERICA ENDEMIC
RUSSET-BACKED OROPENDOLA
Commonly known as the “backpack bird” due to the hanging nests it builds high in the trees, this type of oropendola, endemic to South America, produces truly astonishing vocalizations. High chances of seeing it along our route.
COLOMBIAN SEMI ENDEMIC
STEELY -VENTED HUMMINGBIRD
A little-studied species, virtually endemic, with a marginal range overlap along the Colombian–Venezuelan border.
COLOMBIAN VIRTUALLY ENDEMIC
BAR-CRESTED ANTSHRIKE
Its vocalization resembles a frenetic laugh. A scrub-dwelling bird with striking black-and-white patterns reminiscent of a chessboard. An incredible species, virtually endemic to Colombia, with a small range shared with Venezuela.
SEMI ENDEMIC
SPECTACLED PARROLET
The blue markings around its eyes give it the appearance of wearing glasses, which is the origin of its name. An incredible little parrotlet — a true gem to observe.