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Birdwatching day at Chicaque Cloud Forest.
5.0(2)Bogota10 hours
TRIPADVISOR5.0(2)
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At a glance
Duration
10 hours
Price from
$283 / person
Location
Bogota, Colombia
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 2 reviews
Languages
EN, ES
Group
Small group, up to 9
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Retorno.birding
Description
Birdwatching route through several Andean forest paths; Chicaque Natural Reserve is considered as the main birdwatching hot spot near Bogota with over 400 recorded species, among which colorful hummingbirds are highlighted. The park has 300 hectares and their ecosystem is Cloud Forest, that is a beautiful, spectacular because you can explore different thermal floors, from the cold to the warmest.
Colombia is the nation with a biggest biodiversity of birds in the world, with more than 1,900 species.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
5:30 AM
Next available
Thu, Oct 15
Adult (ages 7–85)
$283
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $460.
Larger groups pay less per person.
In demand: 13 of the next 30 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Birdwatching Chicaque
group
What's included
Included
Expert birdwatching guide
Transport
Private Reserve fees
Not included
Breakfast. the guide will take fruit to share
Snack
Gratuities
Insurance
Lunch (you can take a lunch in a restaurant of the nature reserve or take with you a lunch)
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
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How it compares in Bogotá
Starting price $283 is 74% above the typical $163 for tours of similar length in Bogotá
Excurgo comparison of 841 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Breakfast (The guide will take fruit to share)
Operated by a bilingual guide
A moderate amount of walking is involved (3-5KM Walking)
Use comfortable clothes, tennis or boots, hat and sunscreen.
Bring rain coat, Day trip is not cancelled by the weather conditions.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Birdwatching day at Chicaque Cloud Forest. take?
Birdwatching day at Chicaque Cloud Forest. lasts about 10 hours.
How much does Birdwatching day at Chicaque Cloud Forest. cost?
Prices start at $283 per person for this Bogota experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $460. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Birdwatching day at Chicaque Cloud Forest. run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 5:30 AM.
Does Birdwatching day at Chicaque Cloud Forest. sell out?
It can: 13 of the next 30 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Birdwatching day at Chicaque Cloud Forest. for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
What languages is Birdwatching day at Chicaque Cloud Forest. offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 9 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Birdwatching day at Chicaque Cloud Forest. worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 2 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Retorno.birding.
Reviews(2)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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149ameliay
September 11, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
48 species!
This was a great day trip that allowed us to get out of Bogota and see some beautiful nature. This was a private tour - just me, my fiancé, our guide, and a driver. Our guide, Luis, was very knowledgeable about the birds, the nature, and Colombia as a whole. We were walking in Chicaque and birding for almost 5 hours and saw 48+ species including one or two birds that are endemic to Colombia. It was a great and memorable experience.
Operator response
Thank you so much; we appreciate your comment. Thank you for sharing your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you had a fantastic day trip and enjoyed the beautiful nature in Chicaque. Your feedback is much appreciated, and we hope to welcome you back for more adventures in the future!
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zoey_planete
November 23, 2018 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing experience
We had a wonderful day with Miguel Ángel. The park is incredibly beautiful, and so peaceful early in the morning. We saw around 50 different bird species. Miguel Ángel is an amazing guide, he studied biology at the National University of Bogotá and is really passionate about wildlife.
Thanks again for this amazing experience, I highly recommend this tour and I'm sure the other tours organized by Caminantes del Retorno are also great.
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
Thank you so much for your valuable opinion. We are very proud to show the biodiversity of birds of Colombia and more. Retorno is a company that continually encourages our professional guides to achieve their goals around what they love to do. Our guides are a combination of professionals, indigenous and locals well prepared. thanks again, we want to invite you to continue discovering the magical Colombia with us.
