Birds and Songs of the Tabacal Lagoon
Birdwatching near Bogotá in Colombia’s Andes and Magdalena River Valley
Cundinamarca stands out as a top destination for birdwatching in Colombia, thanks to its strategic position between the Magdalena River valley and the Eastern Andes. This transition of ecosystems allows travelers to explore diverse habitats within short distances, creating ideal conditions for a rich birding experience. The region supports an outstanding variety of species, including endemic birds of Colombia and seasonal migrants, making it highly attractive for guided birding tours Colombia and for those seeking authentic encounters with the country’s exceptional avian diversity.
Bogotá Birdwatching Day Tours: Wetlands, Cloud Forest and Hummingbirds
“Birds and Songs of the Tabacal Lagoon” is a carefully designed Bogotá birdwatching day tour that connects diverse ecosystems with an authentic local experience. The journey begins with wetland birdwatching Bogotá, continues through lush environments ideal for cloud forest birding Colombia, and finishes with remarkable hummingbird observation in a private reserve. This experience is ideal for small groups interested in sustainable birdwatching Colombia, combining nature, conservation, and excellent opportunities for wildlife photography tours Colombia in a single, well-balanced itinerary.
During the tour, it is possible to watch the following interest special birds:
Endemic species (E): Bogota Rail, Silvery-throated Spinetail, Velvet-fronted Euphonia and Indigo-capped Hummingbird.
Near-endemic species: Gorgeted Woodstar, Spectacled Parrotlet, Spot-flanked Gallinule, Bar-crested Antshrike, Black-bellied Wren, Whiskered Wren, Andean Siskin and Yellow-hooded Blackbird.
Other species: Little Tinamou, Ruddy Duck, Least Grebe, Pied-bille Grebe, Ruddy Quail-dove, Squirrel Cuckoo, Lesser Violetear, Sparkling Violetear, Speckled Hummingbird, Collared Inca, Common Gallinule, American Coot, Black-crowned Night-Heron, Striated Heron, Ringed Kingfisher, Roadside Hawk, Southern Emerald-Toucanet, Olivaceous Piculet, Red-crowned Woodpecker, Smoky-brown Woodpecker, American Kestrel, Rufous-tailed Foliage-gleaner, Rusty-breasted Antpitta, Azara’s Spinetail, Golden-faced Tyrannulet, Mountain Elaenia, Cinnamon Flycatcher. Common Tody-Flycatcher, Tropical Kingbird, Rufous-browed Peppershrike, Scrub Greenlet, Brown-bellied Swallow, Gray-breasted Wood-Wren, Great Thrush, Lesser Goldfinch, Rufous-collared Sparrow, Shiny Cowbird, Yellow-backed Oriole, Tropical Parula, Russet-crowned Warbler, Slate-throated Redstart, Yellow-faced Grassquit, Capped Conebill, Gray-headed Tanager, Crimson-backed Tanager, Blue-capped Tanager, Blue-and-black Tanager, Bananaquit and more.
Species in some threat category:
- Critically endangered (CR): Bogota Rail.
- Endangered (EN): Spot-flanked Gallinule.
- Vulnerable (VU): n/a
- Near Threatened (NT): n/a
- Data Deficient (DD): n/a
Austral species migratory May – September: Fork-tailed Flycatcher, Brown-chested martin.
Boreal species migratory September – April: Blue-winged Teal, Sora, Green Heron, Osprey, Broad-winged Hawk, Swainson’s Hawk, Merlin, Western Wood Pewee, Eastern Wood-Pewee, Olive-sided Flycatcher, Eastern Kingbird, Red-eyed Vireo, Bank Swallow, Gray-cheeked Thrush, Swainson’s Thrush, Blackburnian Warbler, Bay-breasted Warbler, Black-and-White Warbler, Canada Warbler, Summer Tanager, Scarlet Tanager.
Destination
La florida wetland, Tabacal lagoon and private farm for hummingbird watching.
Date
At the visitor’s availability.
Location
Municipalities funza, La Vega and San Francisco.
Attractions
Wetland ecosystem and lagoon in the premontane forest.
Weather
Mild weather.
Altitude
2.600, 1.250 and 1.520 m.a.s.l.
Aimed at
Children: 7 – 9 years old
Teenagers: 10 – 14 years old.
Youth: 15 – 20 years old.
Young Adults: 21 – 39 years old.
Adults: 40 – 64 years old.
Senior: 65 years and older.
Minimum number of participants
1 PAX.
Difficulty level
Medium (Undulating terrain, average effort)
Duration
8 hours approximately.
Distance to be covered
3 kilometres approximately.
The plan includes
- Medical insurance card covering events in Colombia.
- Terrestrial transportation Bogotá (Hotel) – La florida wetland, Tabacal lagoon and San Francisco – Bogotá (Hotel).
- Entrance tickets to Tabacal lagoon.
- Entrance tickets to the private farm for hummingbird watching.
- Breakfast.
- Snacks and hydration during the trip.
- Lunch.
- Professional Tourist Guide and Birdwatching Guide Specialist, who accompanies the person or group during the whole day.
- An exclusive comfort accessory designed for your journey.
The plan does not include
- Activities not included in the itinerary.
- Services not included in the plan, such as toiletries, personal items, and laundry service.
- Articles of a personal character, medical expenses and international calls.
- Alcoholic beverages.
- Tips or gratuities, which are voluntary and at the guest’s discretion.
- Additional charges or extensions for reasons beyond our control.
Recommendations
Is important to follow the next recommendations to have a pleasant experience during the whole day which will be in a natural context:
- Punctuality: Don´t forget to arrive at the place at the hour indicated by us, this will allow us to fulfill let to achieve with our itinerary.
- Attire: Carry comfortable clothes for cold weather and a raincoat. Don´t wear jeans. You can carry other articles like a cap, hat, gloves, and neck warmer.
- Self-care: Carry sunscreen, grooming kit, repellent, and one or two plastic backs to put garbage on. It is very important to carry your medicine if you are in some medical treatment.
- Personal elements: Carry a suitcase (Not Mochila or handbags) if you go in a group is very important each person carry their bag to distribute the weight equally.
- Feeding and hydration: We will have breakfast, lunch, and snacks. You can carry food to generate energy during the activity and on the tour we will give you water.
- Documents: Carry your passport and personal documents that you will need. Remember you will have a medical assistance card if you have health problems during the activity.
- Money: You can carry money that you need or if you want to buy something in the place that you visit. On the tour, we can find artisanal products or food prepared in the region.
- Restrictions:
– Do not arrive at activities in a drunkenness or post-drunkenness state.
– Do not get under states of legal or illegal psychoactive substances.
– Don´t smoke during the activity.
– Do not bring pets or other types of animal species to the place where the activity will take place.
– Do not carry radios or elements that disturb the tranquility of the ecosystem.
Do you have questions or want to make a reservation? Contact us! Our advisors will provide you with all the information you require.