Colombia Tours Colombia Wildlife Expedition

Your adventure begins in Bogota, the beating heart of Colombia! This buzzing city is a perfect fusion of past and present with its charming colonial architecture and modern buildings. Full of art, gastronomy, history, culture and experiences, the capital of Colombia has a lot of surprises in store to discover. 

We pick you up from the airport at your chosen time to drive you to your hotel. After checking with you that everything is in order and giving you some tips, you can start exploring the city on your own and absorb its unique, bustling and multicultural ambience. You can also choose to take things slow and adjust to the high altitude while enjoying the tranquillity of your hotel.

Overnight: Bogota
Meal Plan: None

After breakfast, get ready to explore the most iconic places in the historic area of Bogota. First, we will visit the gold museum to admire the most extensive collection of pre-Hispanic gold in the world before continuing with the Museo Botero that displays some of the highly distinctive work of the famous artist Fernando Botero. 

After learning about Colombian art, get to know its rich history! By walking the narrow streets of the Candelaria, you can admire its colonial and baroque architecture, beautiful churches, cute plazas and experience the feel of how life in Bogota once was. Then, we will make our way to Cerro de Monserrate to capture the city's most beautiful view.

A tour of Bogota wouldn't be complete without a visit to a local roasting coffee plant. Put yourself in the shoes of a real coffee taster and learn how to differentiate and taste the quality of Colombian coffees. 

Overnight: Bogota
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch

Today we pick you up at your hotel and drive you to the airport, where you will catch your flight to Leticia. Don't forget to admire the view from the window of your plane and enjoy the immensity of the Amazon Forest before landing at your destination. Leticia, the capital of the Colombian Amazon, is an incredible place where culture meets nature and an excellent starting point for any adventure in the Amazon Jungle. But before venturing into the rainforest, take the time to appreciate the laid-back atmosphere of Leticia, enjoy some delicious fruits at the market and stand where Colombia meets Brazil and Peru.

Visit Leticia's Brazilian twin city, Tabatinga and spend time browsing its main shopping street. Embrace the colourful local mood and be amazed by the view of the spectacular Amazon river. Then, at sunset, visit Santander Park and admire the ballet of thousands of parrots flying to the park's trees where they spend the night.

Overnight: Leticia
Meal Plan: Breakfast

Be prepared to disconnect from civilisation and liberate your adventurous side; it's time to explore the heart of the Amazon Jungle! To start the day, we will go to Calanoa reserve, a little slice of paradise, where you can settle in your beautiful jungle lodge built by artist-owner Diego Samper.

Walk around Mocagua village and learn about its inhabitants' day-to-day lives that haven't changed much over the centuries. This community plays an essential role in protecting endemic wildlife that they often rescue from illegal trafficking. You can also admire their brightly painted houses decorated with a different animal on each one made even more impressive by the stilts holding them up.

Take a meditative walk and immerse yourself in the spectacular Amazon biodiversity. Observe its breathtaking landscape, huge old trees, colourful birds, fantastic insects and maybe even some rainforest animals.

Spotting larger wildlife is more likely during the night, therefore, we will guide you on a nocturnal expedition through the jungle. Here, you can gain knowledge about various species, discover the advantages of medicinal plants, and listen to captivating stories about the indigenous tribes inhabiting the area.

Overnight: Calanoa Reserve
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Today, you will continue your exploration of the Amazon and begin your day with the discovery of one of the most impressive plants you'll ever see. We will take you to the Victoria Regia Natural Reserve, where you can spot some typical fauna and flora that is only found in this region of Colombia. However, the main attraction is the giant water lilies that can reach up to 3m in diameter. 

Prepare yourself for an unforgettable and unique experience where you will be able to meet two of the most significant indigenous communities of the Amazon, the Ticunas and Yaguas. Find out about their way of life, customs, ancestral traditions and discover some of their handicrafts. 

Following that, enjoy a visit to Puerto Nariño. This lovely and peaceful river village is populated by local indigenous people and is surrounded by incredible biodiversity. The charm of this town comes from the fact that it is forbidden to use motor vehicles, so it makes it an excellent place to relax and enjoy the fresh air of the Amazon. 

Later, travel by boat to Tarapoto oxbow lake and keep an eye out for freshwater turtles, pink and grey river dolphins, colourful birds, and numerous species of primates.
 

Overnight: Calanoa Reserve
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Travel by boat to Leticia, then fly back to Bogota. The rest of the day is for you to finish exploring Colombia's capital. 

Overnight: Bogota
Meal Plan: Breakfast

Early in the morning, we will pick you up at your hotel and drive you to the airport for a flight to one of the most exciting regions of Colombia, Los Llanos Orientales. Also called the Easter plains, this rough jewel is still undiscovered by most tourists, making it the perfect destination for those who want to get off the beaten path and visit one of the most important ecosystems in the world.

From Yopal, we will drive along a paved road for a few hours to reach Hato Matepalma and Hato Altamira located in the Nature Reserve El Encanto de Guanapalo.  You will spend the next two days there. The reserve plays an essential role in preserving the biodiversity of this region of Colombia and maintaining the "Llaneros" culture. It's an incredible place to admire some fauna such as white-tailed deers, capybaras, tortoises but also Colombia's largest owl, the great horned owl.

Enjoy your lunch, relax for a while, and get ready for a tour of the farm and some lasso practice. Then, go horse riding through the savannah, cross waterholes, small rivers, and lush forests. There will be plenty of opportunities to spot some incredible wildlife such as monkeys, anteaters, tortoises, exotic birds and much more. 

Overnight: Nature Reserve El Encanto de Guanapalo
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Start the day with a ride on a typical Llanero vessel to observe kingfishers, hoatzins, families of capybaras, foxes and some other incredible endemic animals. Then go back to the hacienda to enjoy a delicious regional lunch and get some rest before going on a Safari. 

In the afternoon, pack your camera and hop on a 4x4 for a unique chance to contemplate the landscape and spot an incredible amount of wildlife—hundreds of deers, spectacled caimans, tortoises, exciting birdlife, to only list a few. If you're lucky, you can even spot anacondas, pumas and armadillos. Note that the best time to see anacondas is in February and March during the dry season.

Later, we take you to the best spot to enjoy the famous sunsets in Los Llanos. You can sit down, relax, drink wine and enjoy the view. Then, we will continue our nocturnal exploration to see more wildlife. 

Overnight: Nature Reserve El Encanto de Guanapalo
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Today, visit another hacienda and learn more about the Llaneros culture, their traditions, and their work at the farm. Then go for a walk and admire the native trees and fauna. 

After this experience, we will take you to the airport for your flight to Bogota. 

Overnight: Bogota
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch

In the morning, we fly to the city of eternal spring, Medellin. Surrounded by natural beauty and benefiting from perfect weather, Medellin is a great city for culture, history, gastronomy and art.

Visit Comuna 13 and witness its astonishing metamorphosis. Once a dangerous neighbourhood where travellers didn't set foot, Comuna 13 is now a must-see destination when visiting Colombia. Learn about its fascinating history, admire its famous street art and get to know its welcoming locals. 

Discover Plaza Botero and its 23 chubby sculptures from one of the most famous Colombian artists, Fernando Botero. Head to Pueblito Paisa to see a replica of typica paisa town located on top of the 80m-hill "Cerro Nutibara". From the top of the hill, you can enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of Medellin. Finally, visit Parque Lleras, the epicentre of Medellin's nightlife.  

Overnight: Medellin
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch

It's time to discover another incredible off the beaten path region of Colombia, the Pacific Coast. Only accessible by boat or plane, the Choco department offers you a truly magical experience where few people have ever been. With its wild beaches, impenetrable jungles, incredible wildlife and delicious fresh food, you're in for a treat! 

In the morning, we take you to the airport to catch a flight to Bahia Solano. Upon arrival in Bahia Solano, we will pick you up to transfer you to the ecolodge, where you will spend the next few days. 

Settle down, enjoy a traditional lunch, then take the rest of the day to explore the natural reserve or relax at El Almejal beach. One of the most beautiful beaches of Colombia, there are lots of opportunities for you to spot turtles. 

After dinner, you are invited to take part in a fascinating lecture about whales and learn more about these incredible creatures. 

Overnight: Bahia Solano
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Today, get ready for a once-in-a-lifetime experience! Early in the morning, we pick you up at your hotel to take you on a whale-watching excursion with one of our eco-responsible partners. They were the first to create a whale watching program in Colombia, so they know exactly where to take you to live this unforgettable adventure! 

Get your camera ready to capture some great shots of whales surfacing and blowing water up to 7 meters high. You will also be able to witness calves playing with their mothers. 

Do not worry, if you don't get the opportunity to see a whale during this day trip, we will schedule another outing to give you a second chance. 

Note: The best time to see whales is from July to November. 

Overnight: Bahia Solano
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

In the morning, enjoy a peaceful boat drive to Utria National Park and discover its tropical wonders. The park is composed of four different ecosystems: tropical rainforest, mangroves, rocky coasts, and coral reefs. This makes it an ideal place to observe unique fauna and flora. 

Here you can continue to admire humpback whales from the coast, enjoy the calm emerald-green waters and take an ecological hike to spot some incredible animals such as jaguars, giant anteaters, monkeys and much more. You can also visit a stunning coral reef with powder-white sand, the ideal place for a snorkelling session.

Overnight: Bahia Solano
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today, experience a peaceful and relaxing moment while enjoying the beauty of mother nature. 

Take a canoe trip through Tundó river with our local guide, learn about the local riverside communities and obverse amazing flora and fauna such as parrots, toucans, kingfishers, bromeliads, orchids and much more. 

At the end of the journey, take a dip in the crystal-clear waters and admire the surrounding jungle.  

Overnight: Bahia Solano
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy your last moment of disconnection from the world before taking your flight to Medellin. Upon arrival in Medellin, we will transfer you to the hotel.

Overnight: Medellin
Meal Plan: Breakfast

This day is for you to explore Medellin at your own pace. There are so many things left to see in this beautiful city, and the hardest thing will be to choose. Here are a few suggestions to help you decide. 

For those who are fascinated with Colombian culture, Medellin is home to some great museums. If you enjoyed Botero's sculpture, head to the Antioquia Museum that houses some of its most famous art. You can also learn more about Colombian history while visiting Casa de la Memorial, which provides a lot of information about the country's violent past. 

Not ready to go back to civilisation yet? Explore the Botanical Garden! Located in the heart of Medellin, this natural oasis is home to more than 4500 different flowers and 139 different bird species. So, pack your picnic and enjoy this quiet retreat from the city. 

We can also arrange for you a trip to Colombia’s most colourful town, Guatapé. Discover its zócalos that ornate every house and represents various town-life scenes. Many of them depict the occupations, hobbies, or anecdotes of the families living in town. Then get ready for a bit of cardio with the 650 steps that take you to the top of El Peñol. Trust us, it's most definitely worth the effort, and you'll thank us once you get to enjoy the view.

Overnight: Medellin
Meal Plan: Breakfast

Sadly, your trip ends today. At the chosen time, we transfer you to the airport in Medellin to catch your international flight. 

Meal Plan: Breakfast