Tepuis, Orinoco, and Guianan Birds Tour
Embark on a 16-day birding adventure through Venezuela’s most spectacular landscapes, from the misty tepui mountains and cloud forests of Canaima National Park to the lush lowland forests and vibrant Orinoco River wetlands. Discover an incredible variety of species—over 550 birds in total—including rare and endemic birds such as Tepui Tinamou, Tepui Goldenthroat, and Guianan Cock-of-the-rock. This small-group tour is perfect for passionate birders and photographers seeking unforgettable wildlife
About this tour
The Tepuis, Orinoco and Guianan Birds Tour is a 15-night, 16-day small-group birdwatching expedition designed for bird lovers and nature photographers who want to explore one of the most biodiverse regions on Earth. Beginning in the iconic Sierra de Lema on the edge of the Gran Sabana within Canaima National Park, you’ll journey through misty cloud forests, dramatic table-top tepui formations, and the rich lowland forests of the Guiana Shield.
As the tour progresses eastward toward the mighty Orinoco River, you’ll experience the mosaic of ecosystems that support an astonishing diversity of avian life—more than 550 species are possible on this route. Highlights include opportunities to see localized endemics and specialty birds such as the Tepui Tinamou, Tepui Goldenthroat, Rio Orinoco Spinetail, Delta Amacuro Softtail, Peacock Coquette, and iconic species like the Guianan Cock-of-the-rock.
Throughout the tour, expert guides will lead daily birding outings into pristine habitats seldom visited by mainstream travelers. With a maximum group size of just six birders, this experience offers personalized attention and excellent opportunities for photography and in-depth natural history learning. The route combines dramatic landscapes, unique flora and fauna, and cultural insights into Venezuela’s wild southeastern regions—making it an unforgettable adventure for dedicated birders and nature enthusiasts alike
As the tour progresses eastward toward the mighty Orinoco River, you’ll experience the mosaic of ecosystems that support an astonishing diversity of avian life—more than 550 species are possible on this route. Highlights include opportunities to see localized endemics and specialty birds such as the Tepui Tinamou, Tepui Goldenthroat, Rio Orinoco Spinetail, Delta Amacuro Softtail, Peacock Coquette, and iconic species like the Guianan Cock-of-the-rock.
Throughout the tour, expert guides will lead daily birding outings into pristine habitats seldom visited by mainstream travelers. With a maximum group size of just six birders, this experience offers personalized attention and excellent opportunities for photography and in-depth natural history learning. The route combines dramatic landscapes, unique flora and fauna, and cultural insights into Venezuela’s wild southeastern regions—making it an unforgettable adventure for dedicated birders and nature enthusiasts alike
Planning a wider trip? Read our birdwatching guide to Venezuela.
Birds you can spot
Ashy-tailed Swift
Chaetura andrei
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Chaetura andrei
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Black-fronted Tyrannulet
Phylloscartes nigrifrons
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Phylloscartes nigrifrons
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Carrizal Seedeater
Amaurospiza carrizalensis
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Amaurospiza carrizalensis
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Delta Amacuro Softtail
Thripophaga amacurensis
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Thripophaga amacurensis
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Guianan Cock-of-the-rock
Rupicola rupicola
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Rupicola rupicola
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Peacock Coquette
Lophornis pavoninus
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Lophornis pavoninus
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Rio Orinoco Spinetail
Synallaxis beverlyae
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Synallaxis beverlyae
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Roraiman Antwren
Herpsilochmus roraimae
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Herpsilochmus roraimae
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Roraiman Barbtail
Roraimia adusta
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Roraimia adusta
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Roraiman Nightjar
Setopagis whitelyi
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Setopagis whitelyi
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Rose-collared Piha
Lipaugus streptophorus
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Lipaugus streptophorus
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Ruddy Tody-Flycatcher
Poecilotriccus russatus
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Poecilotriccus russatus
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Tepui Antpitta
Myrmothera simplex
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Myrmothera simplex
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Tepui Brushfinch
Atlapetes personatus
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Atlapetes personatus
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Tepui Elaenia
Elaenia olivina
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Elaenia olivina
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Tepui Goldenthroat
Polytmus milleri
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Polytmus milleri
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Tepui Tinamou
Crypturellus ptaritepui
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Crypturellus ptaritepui
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Tepui Toucanet
Aulacorhynchus whitelianus
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Aulacorhynchus whitelianus
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Tepui Whitestart
Myioborus castaneocapilla
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Myioborus castaneocapilla
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Availability & pricing
Availability: Available on request
Price: Price on request