BIRDWATCHING
One of the best birdwatching destinations in Colombia
A world-renowned destination for birdwatching, located in one of the most endemic regions on the planet. Here, every sunrise can bring a new sighting.
One of the best birdwatching destinations in Colombia
El Dorado Nature Reserve, now El Dorado Rainforest Resort, is a world-renowned birdwatching destination thanks to the extraordinary richness of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta.
El Dorado offers a unique experience for birdwatchers, nature photographers and researchers who want to discover one of the most endemic regions on the planet.
Here, every sunrise can bring a new sighting.
A REFUGE FOR UNIQUE SPECIES
Birds found nowhere else in the world
The Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta is home to birds found nowhere else in the world.
Among them are the Santa Marta Parakeet, Santa Marta Sabrewing, Santa Marta Bush-Tyrant and many other endemic species that make this destination a must-visit for any birdwatching enthusiast.
Every outing offers new opportunities to add to your birding list.
SOME EMBLEMATIC SPECIES YOU MAY SEE
Santa Marta Parakeet
Pyrrhura viridicata
Santa Marta Parakeet
Campylopterus phainopeplus
Santa Marta Bush-Tyrant
Myiotheretes pernix
Santa Marta Wren
Troglodytes monticola
Santa Marta Mountain Tanager
Anisognathus melanogenys
Santa Marta Parakeet
Pyrrhura viridicata
Santa Marta Sabrewing
Campylopterus phainopeplus
Santa Marta Bush-Tyrant
Myiotheretes pernix
Santa Marta Wren
Troglodytes monticola
Santa Marta Mountain Tanager
Anisognathus melanogenys
420+ recorded bird species
420+ recorded bird species
12 near-endemic species
34 restricted-range species
One of the most important centers of endemism on the planet.
Birdwatching and nature photography
The combination of cloud forest, feeding stations, specialized trails and different elevation gradients creates exceptional conditions for birdwatching and bird photography.
Whether you are a professional or amateur photographer, you’ll find unique settings to capture the extraordinary biodiversity of this region.
PLANIFICA TU EXPERIENCIA
We design your itinerary around what you want to discover
We recommend a stay of 3 to 4 nights, allowing you to explore different trails, times of day and ecosystems with our specialized guides—whether your focus is birdwatching, nature photography or discovering endemic species.
3–4 nights
Recommended stay for the full circuit
Guided Sunrises
Early-morning outings with resident ornithologists
Trails by Elevation
Different elevation gradients and ecosystems in a single trip
