Three-Day High-Mountain Casanare Birding Tour with René Leal
Explore cloud forest and high Andean birding routes above Chámeza over three private days, with local lodging and a specialist bird guide.
About this tour
This three-day private programme explores the high-mountain side of Casanare around Chámeza, moving from the Bocatoma El Hato area at about 1,500 metres to cloud-forest routes reaching roughly 1,930 metres. The route also includes the Wood Quail trail and birding sectors around Centro Norte.
Field sessions are arranged around current weather and bird activity. The package includes local lodging with a private bathroom and hot water, full meals, traveller insurance, specialist bird guiding, Wi-Fi at the lodging and the stated ground transport. The confirmed total is COP 4,000,000 per person for groups of one to eight, valid through 31 December 2026.
Planning a wider trip? Read our birdwatching guide to Colombia.
Guides
Itinerary
Day 1
Highland arrival and Bocatoma El Hato
Begin the private programme in Chámeza and bird the Bocatoma El Hato sector around 1,500 metres.
Day 2
Paseo por las Nubes cloud forest
Explore the higher cloud-forest route, adapting walking time to weather, access and current bird activity.
Day 3
Wood Quail trail and Centro Norte
Bird the Wood Quail trail and Centro Norte sectors before completing the programme.
Locations & map
- Bocatoma El Hato - Chámeza, Casanare Colombia (Highland birding sector around 1,500 metres.)
- Paseo por las Nubes - Chámeza, Casanare Colombia (Cloud-forest route reaching roughly 1,930 metres.)
- Wood Quail trail and Centro Norte - Chámeza, Casanare Colombia (Additional mountain forest birding sectors named in the partner programme.)
3 stops. Select a marker for its name.
Availability & pricing
Availability: Available on request · Season: Available on request; weather, road and trail conditions shape the final route.
Included
- Local accommodation - Partner programme includes accommodation; exact properties and room arrangements are confirmed for the dates.
- Full meals - Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included during the local programme.
- Specialist bird guide - Guiding is provided by René Leal, Erika Barajas or the confirmed Montuno Birding guide team.
- Traveller insurance - Local traveller insurance is included; guests should retain suitable wider travel and medical insurance.
Not included
- Flights and personal expenses - Flights and personal purchases are not included unless added to the written proposal.
- Unconfirmed services - Anything not stated in the final proposal is excluded.
Transport & stays
- Private road transport Ground transport for the three-day programme is included in the confirmed total; pickup details are finalized for the booking. | Meet: Yopal / El Alcaraván Airport or another agreed Casanare point. | Pickup: Airport or local pickup by prior arrangement.
Policies & FAQ
Cancellation Policy
Payment Terms
Insurance & Safety
Can the route be adapted for target birds?
Yes. The private programme is adjusted around season, access, weather and the group’s birding priorities.
How is the current price confirmed?
Send an inquiry through BirdWatch. The guide will confirm the selected programme, group size, transport scope and current written quote before booking.
Send inquiry
Ask about this tour before booking. Your preferred date is optional and availability will be confirmed after your inquiry.