Bird-Watching in the Palmas de Cera Sanctuary
Description
We'll pick you up at your hotel in Salento or Filandia at the indicated time to head towards Pijao, a town located in the heart of the Eje Cafetero of Colombia.
After the road trip, we'll arrive at the main square, where we'll get into a 4x4 vehicle to start this adventure in search of the native birds of the Andean Region. How many will we manage to spot?
We'll arrive at the beginning of a trail that runs through the sanctuary of wax palm trees, the national tree of Colombia. This ascending path will take us through the La Palmera trail, where we'll find different observation points where we'll stop to watch the birds flying over the palm trees.
You'll be able to see marail guans, Andean eagles, white-tailed hawks, golden-headed quetzals, toucans or yellow-eared parrots, among other endemic species that inhabit the wax palm sanctuary. We'll also take some photographs before continuing our hike to a peasant farm where we'll replenish our strength with lunch.
After lunch, we'll walk back to where we left the 4x4 and drive back to Pijao. From there, we'll head back to Salento or Filandia, where we'll arrive 10 hours after pickup.
Tour without pickup
If you select the option without pickup, please be at the meeting point located at the Plaza Principal in Pijao at 8 am.
More Information
Duration
8 - 10h.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop–off(depending on selection)
Transport by 4x4
English–speaking guide
Lunch
Water
Snacks
When to book?
You can book up until 12 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
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Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
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Escuela Aves De Salento
Corporate name: ESCUELA AVES SALENTO S.A.S.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - Your safety is our priority. Civitatis works with certified providers for reliable and safe adventures. More information
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 3 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
