EXPEDITION OVERVIEW
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Encounter some of the most incredible South American wildlife, from Anacondas to Giant anteaters to great Felines, capibaras, tapirs, caimans, and one of the most diverse and colorful bird fauna in the world.
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Navigate Orinoco tributaries searching for Pink river dolphins and giant river otters.
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Horseback ride the immense savannahs merging with the local wildlife, white-talied deers, burrowing owls, capibaras, king vultures, etc.
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Check the efforts captive breeding the critically threatened Orinoco crocodile.
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Raft one of the most beautiful and unknown canyons in the world, the Güejar River.
Visit different Ranches along the Colombian Orinoquia, covering most of the habitats, from plain savanna, to rainforest, using a variety of locomotion means, from horseback riding to 4x4 trucks and boat travelling, both at day and at night.
The herping and wildlife possibilities are endless.
Accommodation is both, typical to luxury, from hammocks in remote areas to amazing lodges.
WHAT TO EXPECT
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Enjoy the Andean cock of the rock lek
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Walk the high paramos searching for the huge Andean Cóndor, the Spectacled bear and the Andean Tapir
ITINERARY
Day 0 - Arrival in Bogotá
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Welcome and transfer from the airport to the Hotel in Bogotá.
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Overnight stay at the hotel. (Note: This day does not include meals or drinks so that travelers can choose at their convenience).
GALLERY
TOUR LEADERS
César L. Barrio-Amorós
(Doc Frog)
Scientific director and photographer
Spanish herpetologist who dedicated his life to the understanding and conservation of nature.
Cristian Porras Ramírez
Founder, Managing Director and Photography Director
LOCAL GUIDES
Alejandra Salazar
Biologist, specialist in Sustainable Agricultural Production and Innovative and Sustainable Tourism.
Christian García
Local guide with extensive knowledge of the territory, topography, routes and culture. Guide in rural tourism.
Alejandro Gonzalez
Biologist, lover of reptiles and amphibians. Guide in Nature Tourism and Rural Tourism.