Andes Complete — Western, Central & Eastern
ToursAndes Complete — Western, Central & Eastern
AndesModerate~450 species expected

Andes Complete — Western, Central & Eastern

Sixteen days traversing all three Andean cordilleras — from Antioquia's endemics to Risaralda's cloud forests to Bogotá's high-altitude wetlands. The most comprehensive Andean birding available in Colombia.

Duration
16 Days
Group Size
Max 8 Participants
Bird Species
~450 Expected
Departures
2 Dates in 2026

About This Tour

This is Colombia's flagship birding expedition: a continuous traverse of the Western, Central, and Eastern Andes covering Antioquia, Caldas, Risaralda, and Cundinamarca. Starting in Medellín and ending in Bogotá, we cross through cloud forests, páramo, coffee landscapes, and high-altitude wetlands, targeting over 450 species and covering the full spectrum of Andean endemics. From the Red-bellied Grackle in Anorí to the Gold-ringed Tanager in Risaralda to the Bogotá Rail in Chingaza — this tour represents the summit of Colombian Andean birding.

Birds Along the Route

Andes · hover each stop to meet its signature species

7 locations
MedellínDay 1
JardínDay 4
ManizalesDay 7
Nevado delDay 9
AnoríDay 10
PereiraDay 11
ChingazaDay 15

Every stop curated for maximum endemic species encounters · hover to explore

Target Species & Highlights

Cacique Candela & Red-bellied Grackle (Antioquia endemics)
Buffy Helmetcrest & Masked Saltator (Caldas)
Rainbow-bearded Thornbill at 3,500m elevation
Gold-ringed Tanager & Cauca Guan (Risaralda)
Red-ruffed Fruitcrow & Chestnut-bellied Flowerpiercer
Bogotá Rail — critically endangered, Chingaza wetlands
Indigo-capped Hummingbird (Cundinamarca endemic)
~450 species across all three cordilleras

Birds You May Encounter

Representative species selected for this route and its habitats

7 route birds

Explore the route

Day-by-Day Itinerary

16 days · select a stop to explore its landscape and field plan

Stop 1 of 16
Urban habitat on day 1
Day 1

Arrival Medellín — Welcome Briefing

Medellín, Antioquia
Urban1,495m

Arrival at José María Córdova International Airport. Transfer to hotel in El Poblado. Welcome dinner and expedition briefing — species targets, checklists, and field strategy for the 16 days ahead.

Tour Route

Andes, Colombia · 7 birding stops

7 stops
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Click any stop

Discover the signature bird species at each location along the route

Departure Final stop RouteClick a marker to explore

Habitat Journey

Ecosystems crossed over 16 days · 500 – 4,200m a.s.l.

6 ecosystems
Cloud Forest habitat in Colombia
Cloud Forest
Dry Valley habitat in Colombia
Dry Valley
Coffee Zone habitat in Colombia
Coffee Zone
Páramo habitat in Colombia
Páramo
Chocó Forest habitat in Colombia
Chocó Forest
Forest habitat in Colombia
Forest
Altitude range covered: 500 – 4,200m

What's Included

Included

All accommodations (boutique lodges & ecolodges)
All meals — gourmet, typical, vegetarian & vegan options
Expert bilingual guide (ornithologist)
Luxury ground transportation throughout
Entrance fees to all reserves and national parks
Final transfer Bogotá airport
Insurance

Not Included

International flights (arrive Medellín, depart Bogotá)
Personal expenses & souvenirs
Tips for guide and drivers

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Small Group Guarantee
Maximum 8 participants per tour — never exceeded. One expert guide per group, always.
Prices Are Final
The price shown is complete. No hidden fees, no fuel surcharges, no surprises at checkout.
Expert Local Guides
Professional ornithologists with 10+ years of field experience in Colombia's ecosystems.
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2026 Departures

Apr 12, 2026
→ Apr 27, 2026
$4,200
6 spots available
Aug 2, 2026
→ Aug 17, 2026
$4,200
8 spots available
Reserve a Spot
Price per person
$4,200USD

All meals, accommodation & guide included

Duration16 days
Group sizeMax 8 pax
DifficultyModerate
Expected species~450
Departures2 in 2026
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