Guiana Shield Nature Expedition
Journey into the ancient heart of the Guiana Shield. This is a rigorous, high-value expedition focused on documenting the unique biodiversity around the Cerros de Mavecure and the Inírida River. Our expertise ensures impeccable logistical support and compliance with indigenous guides. Ideal for the traveler seeking deep immersion and scientific-grade documentation.
Duration:
4 days
Group size:
8 participants
Best season:
The Dry Season (Summer): December to March
Ease of birding:
Moderate
Photo opportunities:
Good opportunities
Visited ecosystems:
Tropical Forest
Tropical humid forest
Wetlands
Riparian Forest
Effort level:
1–3 (Easy to Intermediate): See details here
Itinerary:
Day 1 -Arrival & Indigenous community experience
Arrival in Inírida and transfer to Ecoparque Kenke. In the afternoon, visit the Berrocal Vitina Indigenous Community, where you’ll learn about traditional cassava processing (yuca brava), clay art, and natural-fiber weaving. Sunset at Piedra de Vitina. Night walk at Kenke in search of frogs, insects, reptiles, and moths.
Target Species:
Guianan Shield specialties (high priority)
Guianan Cock-of-the-rock (Rupicola rupicola)
Guianan Toucanet (Selenidera piperivora)
Guianan Streaked Antwren (Myrmotherula surinamensis)
Brown-banded Puffbird (Notharchus ordii)
Black Curassow (Crax alector)
Guianan Trogon (Trogon violaceus)
Rufous-crowned Elaenia (Elaenia ruficeps)
Red-shouldered Tanager (Tachyphonus phoenicius)
Spotted Puffbird (Bucco tamatia)
Riverine & floodplain forest specialists
Orinoco Goose (Neochen jubata)
Black-collared Hawk (Busarellus nigricollis)
Green-and-rufous Kingfisher (Chloroceryle inda)
Amazonian Umbrellabird (Cephalopterus ornatus)
Terra firme & mature rainforest
White-throated Antbird (Oneillornis salvini)
Amazonian Antpitta (Myrmothera berlepschi)
White-plumed Antbird (Pithys albifrons)
Cinereous Mourner (Laniocera hypopyrra)
Pavonine Quetzal (Pharomachrus pavoninus)
Capuchinbird (Perissocephalus tricolor)
Spangled Cotinga (Cotinga cayana)
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
Full meals from dinner on Day 1 to lunch on Day 4
Travel insurance
Not Included:
Domestic and international flights
Tips and personal expenses
Alcoholic beverages or any items not specified above
Recommendations:
Recommendations for tropical rainforest experiences
(Lowland jungle & Amazonian environments)
