Owls & Night Birds Expedition
Experience the ultimate wildlife adventure, from dusk till dawn. This high-value, specialized expedition is dedicated to high-success observation and photography of Cundinamarca's elusive Owls and nocturnal specialties. We maximize opportunities by combining daytime stakeouts at known roosts and active night searches. Our team includes expert nocturnal guides and scientific-grade protocols to guarantee a safe, silent, and highly productive experience.

Duration:
4 days

Group size:
8 participants

Best season:
All year round

Ease of birding:
Moderate
Photo opportunities:
Good opportunities

Visited ecosystems:
High Andean Forest
Andean Forest
Wetlands

Effort level:
1–3 (Easy to Intermediate): See details here
Itinerary:
Day 0 – Arrival & Expedition Briefing
Arrival in Bogotá followed by an evening briefing. Introduction to Andean owl diversity, diurnal perch detection strategies, habitat use patterns, and nocturnal protocols when required.
Target Species:
Short-eared Owl (Asio flammeus)
Stygian Owl (Asio stygius)
Striped Owl (Asio clamator)
Tropical Screech-Owl (Megascops choliba)
Andean Pygmy-Owl (Glaucidium jardinii)
Rufous-banded Owl (Strix albitarsis)
Mottled Owl (Strix virgata)
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 breakfasts and lunches included from Day 1 through lunch on Day 4.
Dinners are optional and not included. Dinner on Arrival Day (Day 0) is also optional.
Travel insurance
Not Included:
Domestic and international flights
Tips and personal expenses
Alcoholic beverages or any items not specified above
Recommendations:
Recommendations for Andean ecosystem experiences
Our Andean tours move through different ecosystems—from páramo to high-Andean and Andean forests—each with its own climate, altitude, and biodiversity. Being prepared for changing conditions allows you to enjoy the journey comfortably and safely.




