Bolivia Birding Tour: Blue-throated and Red-fronted Macaws
A 22-day birding journey across Bolivia’s Amazonian lowlands, savannas, cloudforests, dry valleys and high Andes, with an optional six-day Apolo and Palkachupa Cotinga extension.
Expedition Highlights
Suitability & conditions
A practical overview of the pace, comfort, and conditions to expect on this journey.
Journey at a Glance
Follow the route and discover the defining experiences of the expedition.
Complete route
See the full expedition route before focusing on each chapter.
Amazonian Lowlands and Llanos de Moxos
The route begins in Santa Cruz, works Amazonian forest and cerrado around Riberalta, then explores the Pantanal-like Llanos de los Moxos around Trinidad, including a focused Blue-throated Macaw search.
Cloudforests, Dry Valleys and Red-fronted Macaws
From Los Volcanes the route explores Andean foothill cloudforest, the Red-fronted Macaw Reserve, and the Siberia cloudforest before continuing to Cochabamba.
Cochabamba Highlands to La Paz
From Cochabamba the route climbs high-Andean passes, searches Inquisivi's dry forest for the Bolivian Spinetail, and crosses puna to La Paz.
Cochabamba Highlands to La Paz
From Cochabamba the route climbs high-Andean passes, searches Inquisivi's dry forest for the Bolivian Spinetail, and crosses puna to La Paz.
Cochabamba Highlands to La Paz
From Cochabamba the route climbs high-Andean passes, searches Inquisivi's dry forest for the Bolivian Spinetail, and crosses puna to La Paz.
Coroico Road and Lake Titicaca
The route follows the Coroico Road's Yungas gradient, returns through La Paz to Sorata, and scans Lake Titicaca's reed edges.
Coroico Road and Lake Titicaca
The route follows the Coroico Road's Yungas gradient, returns through La Paz to Sorata, and scans Lake Titicaca's reed edges.
Detailed itinerary
Santa Cruz de la Sierra
- Airport transfer to hotel in Santa Cruz de la Sierra
- Arrival and Overnight in Santa Cruz de la Sierra
Riberalta
- Cerrado-like Savanna Birding near Santa Cruz de la Sierra
- Flight to Riberalta
Riberalta
- Masked Antpitta Woodlands (Riberalta)
- Cerrado East of Town (Riberalta)
Riberalta – Trinidad
- Final Birding around Riberalta
- Flight from Riberalta to Trinidad
- Afternoon Exploration of the Trinidad Region
Trinidad
- Loreto Road Blue-throated Macaw Search
- Trinidad Wetlands Birding
Trinidad – Santa Cruz de la Sierra
- Birding in the Trinidad Region
- Flight from Trinidad to Santa Cruz de la Sierra
Samaipata
- Transfer to Los Volcanes
- Cloudforest Birding on Arrival at Los Volcanes
Samaipata
- Refugio Los Volcanes Birding Trails
- Night Birding in the Forests around Los Volcanes
Samaipata
- Road Transfer Los Volcanes to Samaipata
- Higher-elevation Forest and Crater Lake Birding
- Andean Farming Valley Birding to Samaipata
Saipina
- Podocarpus Forest Remnant Birding
- Drive from Samaipata to Saipina
- Dry Valleys and Rio Misque (to Saipina)
Saipina – Comarapa
- Red-fronted Macaw Reserve (Rio Mizque)
- Transfer to Comarapa
Comarapa
- Comarapa and Tambo Canyons Birding
- Siberia Cloudforest (Amboro National Park)
Cochabamba
- Drive from Comarapa to Cochabamba via Siberia
- Siberia Watershed and Dry-valley Birding to Cochabamba
Days 14–16 — Quillacolla Road and Chapare
- Quillacolla Road Birding above the Cochabamba valley
- Chapare Road Birding from puna to subtropical forest
Days 14–16 — Quillacolla Road and Chapare
- Quillacolla Road Birding above the Cochabamba valley
- Chapare Road Birding from puna to subtropical forest
Days 14–16 — Quillacolla Road and Chapare
- Quillacolla Road Birding above the Cochabamba valley
- Chapare Road Birding from puna to subtropical forest
Cochabamba – Inquisivi
- Cochabamba Eucalyptus for Bolivian Blackbird
- Road Transfer Cochabamba to Inquisivi
Inquisivi – La Paz
- Bolivian Spinetail (Inquisivi dry forest)
- Road Transfer Inquisivi to La Paz
- Puna Stops en route to La Paz
Days 19–20 — Coroico Road
- Drive from La Paz to Coroico via the Coroico Road
- Coroico Road Birding (Yungas gradient)
Days 19–20 — Coroico Road
- Coroico Road Birding (Yungas gradient)
Sorata
- Coroico Road Return Birding
- Drive from Coroico to Sorata via La Paz
Sorata – Copacabana – La Paz
- Sorata Berlepsch’s Canastero Search
- Lake Titicaca Grebe Scan
- Drive from Sorata and Lake Titicaca to La Paz airport
Accommodation
Where you’ll stay
Price Details
Our tour prices are based on a tiered pricing model. more guests = lower price, per person. That means the prices go down on a per-person basis as more people book onto a specific tour departure.
Price Base
- Price for 2 people: 2.895 EUR (132 EUR / day)
- Price for 3 to 4 people: 2.495 EUR (113 EUR / day)
- Price for 5 to 6 people: 2.095 EUR (95 EUR / day)
- Price for 7 to 8 people: 1.995 EUR (91 EUR / day)
** Prices are based on double occupancy / twin share basis.
Included
- Hotels mentioned in the program
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Hotels mentioned in the program- Refugio Los Volcanes — 2 nights · Ecolodge
- Transportation in comfortable vehicles (Car / Van)
- Domestic flights
- Meals indicated in the program: 21 breakfasts, 21 lunchs, 21 dinners
- 1 cocktail before dinner
- Water is included
- Professional photographic guidance & instruction by Tristan Quevilly
- 1h skype session of photo editing in Lightroom or Photoshop
- Restaurant gratuities / tips
- Pre-trip planning assistance
- Detailed trip notes with practical information and cultural insights
- Access to Remote Expeditions custom travel app
Not Included
- Lunch on Arrival day
- Tips
- International flights
- Travel, Medical & Cancellation insurance
- Additional drinks and meals
- Expenses not specified in the program
- Camera Equipment
Deposit
- 30% (629 EUR approx)
Payment Options
- Bank Transfer (Recommended): Free
- Credit / Debit Card: Secure payment via Revolut. A 3% processing fee applies.
Second Participant Discount
- Travelling with a companion who isn't a photographer? Their per-person price is reduced by 250 EUR.
Booking Conditions
- Deposit: 30% to secure your booking
- Final payment: Due 90 days before departure
- Cancellation more than 90 days before departure: Deposit retained as a 4-year travel credit
- Read the full Terms & Conditions ↗
Where does your investment go?
A transparent look at how your bespoke itinerary is funded.
A few kind words
Colombia Photography Tour 2026
Top notch photographic experience for enthusiasts of nature, culture, and portraits. Tristan is well connected to the area and the local communities with a specialty in indigenous tribes and less-visited areas. Additionally, he is an excellent teacher and will provide incredibly helpful instruction on exposure, lighting, and composition. Our tour was incredibly well organized and ran on time, with full days of photography. I fully recommend Remote Expeditions for your photographic travels!
You are in good hands with Tristan!
Tristan does an amazing job at putting together a culturally rich experience. He also does a great job at adapting to his clients needs and interests. He responds well to feedback. He is both professional and personable. I feel as though I had the opportunity not only to photograph many different elements of Colombia, but that I truly experienced the country and its culture. Our adventure took us from birding in the mountains outside of Cali, to visiting remote indigenous tribes, to visiting active fishing villages, to learning about local and historical musicians and customs, to beautiful settings in the mountains and along the seashore.
I give Tristan the highest recommendation as a guide for Colombia.
Colombia Birding Tour
I visited Colombia with Tristan of Remote Expeditions and would highly recommend him. He put together a wonderful itinerary with great knowledge of the areas and attention to details to give us a wonderful sampling of the country. He is personally very gentle and fun by nature and you will return home feeling very happy and satisfied. Whatever your special interest is, I’m sure he can make an itinerary to exceed your goals.
The difference is in the details
Journeys shaped by experience
Every route is built from time spent in the field: knowing when to linger, when to move on, and which small details are worth noticing.
Room for the unexpected
The best moments are not always on the itinerary. We leave enough flexibility to follow a good conversation, an unusual sighting, or a changing landscape.
Local relationships that open doors
Our journeys are grounded in long-term relationships with people who know their home intimately and are proud to share it in their own way.
A small group, properly looked after
With only a few travellers, decisions remain personal. We can adapt the pace, answer questions, and make sure everyone feels part of the journey.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most Remote Expeditions journeys are arranged privately, so the pace and rhythm can be shaped around the people travelling together. When a scheduled group departure is offered, it is typically limited to four or five travellers.
No. Photography is one of the ways we observe and connect with a place, but it is not a requirement. Our journeys also welcome travellers drawn to slow travel, wildlife, culture, trekking, landscapes, and genuine encounters. You can join with professional equipment, a simple camera, or just your curiosity.
Every itinerary has its own rhythm. Some journeys are gently paced, while others include long walks, trekking, uneven terrain, altitude, or substantial travel days. The practical details on each tour page explain the expected walking, terrain, altitude, distances, and overall physical level so you can decide whether the journey suits you.
Tristan designs the itineraries and personally leads many Remote Expeditions journeys. Depending on the destination and the character of the trip, trusted local guides, drivers, cultural hosts, or specialist leaders may also join part of the route. This combination gives you direct personal support alongside local knowledge.
Often, yes. Private journeys can usually be shaped around your interests, pace, and available time. Fixed group departures have a defined route and dates, but it may still be possible to arrange additional nights, private extensions, or other travel before or after the main journey. Tell us what you have in mind and we will explain what is practical.
