Bolivia, from the lowlands to the puna
October 10 to 156 days, 5 nights
Traveling through the heart of South America from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to La Paz, this itinerary is packed with hotspots and spectacular scenery, with some of the most exciting birding areas in the heart of South America.
South America. It also offers all the endemic species you crave, and other restricted or endangered species that cannot be found so easily anywhere else on the continent.
Difficulty: Medium
Minimum number of places: 10
Maximum number of seats: 25
Type of trip: Land and air
Altitude: 150 – 4500 meters above sea level
Habitats: Chiquitano/Chaco xerophytic forest, savannas and wetlands of the Moxos Plains, dry inter-Andean mesothermic valleys, dry high altitude valleys, high mountain plateau (humid puna/altiplano) above 4000 m, Lake Titicaca (Ramsar site), several protected areas (national and provincial parks, private reserves).
Species on the trip: 600+
Targets on the trip: 200+
Endemic species: 8+
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 and untamed country. On this 6-day itinerary, you may be able to record a list of around 200+ species, including most of the national and regional endemics expected for this tour.
On the other hand, more than 50 species of parrots and parabas highlight Bolivia among the best destinations for psittacines, with emblematic species such as the Blue-throated Macaw and Red-fronted Macaw, both endemic to Bolivia. Other fascinating species, many of them unmistakable and very striking, include toucans and rheas, endangered monteritas, the Titicaca Flightless Grebe, the Bolivian Blackbird, the Bolivian Slaty-Antshrike, the Bolivian Earthcreeper, the Unicolored Thrush, the Red-legged Seriema, the tiny Black-hooded Sunbeam and the Giant… Giant Hummingbird! to name a few.
Emblematic Birds:
- Blue-throated Macaw
- Red-fronted Macaw
Price: U$D 1750.-
(minimum 10 persons, expedition conditioned by the minimum number of places)- Private transportation by car or minibus.
- Accommodation for 5 nights in a shared double room.
- All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner).
- Experienced ornithological guide.
- Unlimited water
Not included:
- Medical insurance
- Alcoholic or other beverages
NOTE: The itinerary may be adjusted according to weather and road conditions.
