Cundinamarca Endemics Route
Cundinamarca Endemics Route: From páramo and wetlands to Andean forests in search of Colombia’s regional endemics
Duration
4 days
Effort level
1–3 (Easy to Intermediate): See details here
Group size
8 participants
Best season
All year round
Why this ecosystem matters
This route explores páramo, high Andean forest, Andean forest, and wetlands, highlighting one of Colombia’s richest regional endemic bird assemblages.
Wildlife focus
Focus on regional endemic and near-endemic species such as Green-bearded Helmetcrest, Silvery-throated Spinetail, Blue-throated Starfrontlet, Golden-bellied Starfrontlet, Cundinamarca Antpitta, and Bogotá Rail.
Field experience and itinerary rhythm
A 5-day route with orientation in Bogotá followed by high-altitude páramo, managed feeding stations, wetlands, savanna corridor habitats, and humid Andean forest transition.
Logistics and group size
Maximum group size: 8 participants. Includes expert guidance, transport, accommodation, entrance fees, meals from Day 1 breakfast through Day 5 lunch, and travel insurance.
Who this expedition is designed for
Designed for birders interested in Andean endemics, moderate effort, and strong observation and photography opportunities near Bogotá.
What's included
Guidance by professional biologists and wildlife photographers
Ground transportation throughout the expedition
Accommodation in selected eco-lodges and hotels
Entrance fees to reserves, farms, and national parks
Meals: All meals included from breakfast on Day 1 through lunch on Day 5.
Dinner on Arrival Day (Day 0) is optional
Travel insurance
Not included
Domestic and international flights
Tips and personal expenses
Alcoholic beverages or any items not specified above