Hato La Aurora Wildlife Immersion – 5 days
A five-day Hato La Aurora wildlife immersion with birding, jeep and walking safaris, night wildlife, horseback exploration and river wildlife in Casanare.
Expedition Highlights
Itinerary At a Glance
Yopal
Yopal
Yopal
Yopal
Yopal - Yopal Airport
Suitability & conditions
A practical overview of the pace, comfort, and conditions to expect on this journey.
Seasonality
Detailed Itinerary
Yopal
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Transfer Yopal → Hato La Aurora
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Hato La Aurora Lodge Grounds Birding
Settle in and use late light around the lodge for Llanos endemics. The pace stays flexible so we can follow bird activity, weather, and the quieter moments that often shape the session.
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Hato la Aurora
Ecolodge | $$$$$ | Altitude: 155m (509 ft)This stunning private reserve near Yopal offers an authentic Colombian safari experience. Visitors enjoy remarkable wildlife encounters, including capybaras and jaguars, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Casanare plains.
Yopal
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Hato La Aurora Jeep and Walking Safari
We explore savannas, swamps and gallery forest by vehicle and on foot. The pace remains flexible so the activity can follow local conditions and the rhythm of the place.
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Hato La Aurora Night Wildlife Search
We look near the lodge for nightjars, potoos and nocturnal mammals. The route and pace remain flexible, depending on weather, water levels, and where wildlife is active.
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Hato la Aurora
Ecolodge | $$$$$ | Altitude: 155m (509 ft)This stunning private reserve near Yopal offers an authentic Colombian safari experience. Visitors enjoy remarkable wildlife encounters, including capybaras and jaguars, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Casanare plains.
Yopal
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Hato La Aurora Savanna and Lagoon Wildlife Day
We continue across lodge grounds, savannas and shallow lagoons while adding missed birds and mammals. The route and pace remain flexible, depending on weather, water levels, and where wildlife is active.
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Hato la Aurora
Ecolodge | $$$$$ | Altitude: 155m (509 ft)This stunning private reserve near Yopal offers an authentic Colombian safari experience. Visitors enjoy remarkable wildlife encounters, including capybaras and jaguars, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Casanare plains.
Yopal
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Hato La Aurora Horseback Safari
We ride through ranch landscapes and cross shallow rivers with a local guide. The pace remains flexible so the activity can follow local conditions and the rhythm of the place.
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Hato La Aurora River Wildlife Boat
We use the river for caimans, turtles, herons and other wildlife; fishing may be offered. Routing depends on water conditions and local guidance, with time for careful observation along the way.
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Llanos Music Evening
Traditional music may be shared after dinner, depending on local availability. The pace remains flexible so the activity can follow local conditions and the rhythm of the place.
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Hato la Aurora
Ecolodge | $$$$$ | Altitude: 155m (509 ft)This stunning private reserve near Yopal offers an authentic Colombian safari experience. Visitors enjoy remarkable wildlife encounters, including capybaras and jaguars, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Casanare plains.
Yopal Airport
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Final Hato La Aurora Roadside Birding
We use the return road for final wildlife and bird observations. The pace stays flexible so we can follow bird activity, weather, and the quieter moments that often shape the session.
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Transfer Hato La Aurora → Yopal Airport
Hotels
Hato la Aurora
Ecolodge | $$$$$ | Altitude: 155m (509 ft)
Experience the magic of the Colombian plains at Hato la Aurora, a spectacular private reserve offering an authentic safari adventure. Guests stay at the eco-friendly Juan Solito lodge, featuring comfortable rooms that blend with the wild landscape. Explore vast savannas teeming with wildlife, then return to enjoy traditional meals and warm hospitality. This immersive retreat provides the perfect balance of rugged exploration and peaceful relaxation in a biodiverse paradise.
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.
Extend your journey
Optional extensions and add-ons you may consider for your trip. Each can be added to your itinerary on request — just let me know.
