Small-Group Bolivia Chaco Extension
A small-group four-day extension into Bolivia's semiarid Chaco, based near Camiri and covering dry forest, scrub and foothill woodland for 125-150 estimated species.
About this tour
This small-group four-day extension leaves Santa Cruz for Camiri, a foothill base on the edge of Bolivia's Chaco lowlands. After the roughly four-hour transfer, the first field session takes place around town. A full day then explores south toward the Argentine border, followed by another day in dry foothill woodland north of Camiri.
The Chaco introduces a bird community associated with spiny scrub, thorn forest, dry savanna and scattered wet areas. Many of these regional specialties are absent from the immediate Santa Cruz area. The final morning allows further birding near Camiri before the return journey to Santa Cruz. The official estimate is 125-150 species, subject to season and field conditions.
The route is rated easy, with much of the birding conducted from relatively flat roadsides; working birds within dense dry gallery forest can still be challenging. June through September is the listed period. Days are generally drier from April to October, while nights can be considerably cooler. Send an inquiry through BirdWatch to confirm suitable dates, availability and final pricing.
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The first part of the day is used to proceed toward Camiri, the Chaco base south of Santa Cruz. Spend the remaining part of the day birdwatching there.
Explore the site throughout the day south toward the border with Argentina. The overnight base is a hotel in Camiri.
Continue fieldwork for the entire day at some foothill woodlands outside Camiri. Stay overnight at a hotel in Camiri.
Open the day with time to explore birdlife around Camiri. The second half of the day is used to continue to Santa Cruz. The tour concludes in Santa Cruz.
Locations & map
- Santa Cruz de la Sierra - Bolivia
Availability & pricing
Availability: Available on request · Season: Jun-Sep