4-Day Santa Marta Endemics Birding Tour

A focused four-day search for the endemic birds of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, from Minca to the San Lorenzo ridge and Cerro Kennedy.

  • Colombia Show on map
  • 4 days
  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Price on request
  • Private tour
  • Pace: Birding-focused with early starts
  • Language: Spanish
  • City: Santa Marta
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About this tour

A focused four-day search for the endemic birds of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, from Minca to the San Lorenzo ridge and Cerro Kennedy.

Led by Francisco Troncoso, an experienced Colombian ornithologist and birding guide, this route explores the exceptional bird diversity of northern Colombia.

The itinerary is based on the operator's archived route. Current dates, price, group size, exact accommodations and package details are confirmed after an inquiry through BirdWatch.info.

Guides

Francisco Troncoso
Ornithologist and birding guide
Spanish, English
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Santa Marta
Santa Marta
Varied birding habitats
Meals: L D

Arrival, welcome and an overview of birding on the Colombian Caribbean coast; an introductory outing may be possible for early arrivals.

Day 2
Minca to San Lorenzo
San Lorenzo and Cerro Kennedy
Varied birding habitats
Meals: B L D

Ascend from Minca by four-wheel-drive vehicle to montane endemic-bird habitat around the San Lorenzo ridge.

Day 3
Cerro Kennedy endemic-bird search
San Lorenzo and Cerro Kennedy
Varied birding habitats
Meals: B L D

A full birding day around Cerro Kennedy and high-elevation forest, followed by a birding descent toward Minca.

Day 4
Return to Santa Marta
Santa Marta
Varied birding habitats
Meals: B

Morning transfer from Minca to Santa Marta and end of services.

Locations & map

  • Santa Marta - Colombia (Caribbean gateway and usual start/end point.)
  • Minca - Colombia (Foothill forest and coffee country in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta.)
  • San Lorenzo and Cerro Kennedy - Colombia (Montane and high-montane endemic-bird habitat.)
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Availability & pricing

Availability: Available on request · Season: By request; current availability and best seasonal window to be confirmed by Francisco.

Price: Price on request

Included

  • Professional birding guide - Guiding by Francisco Troncoso or his confirmed team.
  • Meals - Vegetarian option was available in the archived program; confirm current meal plan.
  • Local transport - Archived program specified four-wheel-drive transport with air conditioning; confirm current vehicle and transfers.

Not included

  • Airline tickets - Not included in the archived program.
  • Tips and alcoholic beverages - Not included in the archived program.

Transport & stays

  • Private vehicle Four-wheel-drive transport was specified in the archived program; boat sections apply on relevant routes. Confirm current arrangements. | Meet: Santa Marta area | Pickup: Hotel pickup by arrangement.

Policies & FAQ

Are the price and departure dates current?

Current availability and a quotation are confirmed after an inquiry through BirdWatch.info.

Can the route be customized?

Send your dates, target birds, group size and preferred pace through BirdWatch.info so Francisco can confirm suitable options.

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