Bolivia, from the puna to the lowlands
Bolivia is one of the most unusual countries in South America, although one of the least visited by birders due to the remoteness of some birding sites. But with a good itinerary and proper ground logistics, it is easy to enjoy birding and admire the spectacular landscapes of this amazing, untamed country.
With over 50 species of parrots, Bolivia sits among the best destinations for psittacines. Iconic species such as the Blue-throated Macaw and Red-fronted Macaw are endemic to Bolivia.
Other fascinating bird species, many of them unmistakable, include toucans and rheas, endangered monteritas, the Titicaca Flightless Grebe, Bolivian Blackbird, Bolivian Slaty-Antshrike, Bolivian Earthcreeper, Unicolored Thrush, Red-legged Seriema, the tiny Black-hooded Sunbeam and the huge… Giant Hummingbird! to name a few.
FLAGSHIP SPECIES
Blue-throated Macaw
Red-fronted Macaw
Only 3 days in Bolivia, what would you do?
For those short on time, we offer Bolivia’s two most iconic endemic birds… and a few other famous ones… on a 3-day whirlwind trip.
POST-Tour Bolivia
from the Puna to the Lowlands
October 16-18, 2025
from La Paz to Santa Cruz.
Duration: 3 days, 2 nights
Difficulty: Medium
Trip type: Fly & Drive
Altitude: 150 – 4,000 meters above sea level
The destinations chosen for this short birding trip will take us to search for the Blue-throated Macaw and the Red-fronted Macaw, both endemic to Bolivia.
Species on the trip: 400+
Targets on the trip: 50+
Endemic species: 2+
Targets – the 5 most notable species:
- Blue-throated Macaw (Ara glaucogularis)
- Red-fronted Macaw (Ara rubrogenys)
- Titicaca Flightless Grebe (Rollandia microptera)
- Berlepsch’s Canastero (Asthenes berlepschi)
- Black-hooded Sunbeam (Aglaeactis pamela)
PRICE: US$ 985
(minimum 10 participants, expedition subject to minimum capacity)
Single room supplement: US$ 100
Price includes:
- Private transportation in all areas,
- Scheduled flights between cities,
- Double room accommodation,
- All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner),
- Birdwatching guides,
- Unlimited water.
Not included:
- Travel insurance,
- Personal expenses.
6 days in Bolivia, what would you do?
For those not in a hurry, search for Bolivia’s main endemics… and a few other rare or striking species on a more leisurely 6-day trip.
POST-Tour Bolivia
from the Puna to the Lowlands
October 16-21, 2025
from La Paz to Santa Cruz.
Duration: 6 days, 5 nights
Difficulty: Medium
Trip type: Fly & Drive
Altitude: 150 – 4,000 meters above sea level
Flagship species on this trip include Blue-throated Macaw, Red-fronted Macaw, as well as many specialty birds and Bolivian endemics from the high Andes to the Lowlands.
Species on the trip: 600+
Targets on the trip: 200+
Endemic species: 8+
Targets – Top 10:
- Blue-throated Macaw (Ara glaucogularis)
- Red-fronted Macaw (Ara rubrogenys)
- Cliff Parakeet (Myiopsitta luchsi)
- Cochabamba Mountain-finch (Poospiza garleppi)
- Wedge-tailed Hillstar (Oreotrochilus adela)
- Bolivian Earthcreeper (Tarphonomus harterti)
- Grey-bellied Flowerpiercer (Diglossa carbonaria)
- Titicaca Flightless Grebe (Rollandia microptera)
- Berlepsch’s Canastero (Asthenes berlepschi)
- Black-hooded Sunbeam (Aglaeactis pamela)
PRICE: US$ 1750
(minimum 10 participants, expedition subject to minimum capacity)
Single room supplement: US$ 250
Price includes:
- Private transportation in all areas,
- Scheduled flights between cities,
- Double room accommodation,
- All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner),
- Birdwatching guides,
- Unlimited water.
Not included:
- Travel insurance,
- Personal expenses.
Bolivia custom made – the way you want it
For those who have plenty of time, or special requirements and targets, please contact us and we’ll be happy to create a custom itinerary just for you.
