Bird photography at Agrícola Camelias
We are the third place with the highest number of bird species registered in eBird in the department of Bolívar (Colombia), just 45 minutes from the historic center of Cartagena de Indias.
More than 250 bird species await you at Agrícola Camelias
Vivirás en Agrícola Camelias una inmersión de uno o varios días en el bosque seco tropical del Caribe Colombiano, donde podrás encontrar con nuestros guías casi 250 especies de aves de distribución limitada a este ecosistema, así como especies migratorias.
What's included?
Private transportation from Cartagena and back
Breakfast, snack, and typical regional lunch
Accommodation in a private lodge
Local guide in Spanish or English
Access and use of different trails
Personal hydration
Boots
Binoculars
Medical insurance
Details of the experience:
- Group: 1-8 people + 1 guide
- Duration of outings: approximately 6-8 hours.
- Distance: approximately 2-4 kilometers.
- Pace: Slow to moderate.
- Climate: The climate of Turbaco, Bolívar, and its surroundings is tropical, hot, and humid, with high temperatures and a slight feeling of coolness due to its moderate altitude compared to Cartagena. The average annual temperature ranges between 79°F and 82°F (26°C and 28°C), with highs reaching 31°C and lows around 23°C.
- Difficulty: Easy to moderate. The terrain combines slight elevations and flat areas.
Recommendations
Sunscreen and insect repellent
Closed-toe shoes
Long clothing in neutral tones
Cap or hat
No perfumes or fragrances
ITINERARY
12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Pickup, transfer, and arrival at Camelias Farm
Guests are picked up and transported via Route 90, enjoying the friendly atmosphere and connecting with the municipality of Turbaco.
Check-in and settling in at Camelias Lodge
Guests are usually welcomed by the Camelias host, who helps with luggage and equipment. At check-in, rooms have been thoroughly cleaned and prepared for occupancy. Guests also have the opportunity to settle in and relax in the kiosk attached to the lodge, where they can enjoy a coffee from the Sierra Nevada or other cold drinks such as soft drinks, beers, or spirits.
3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Sightseeing and photography trip near the Lodge
Accompanied by a specialized guide and the Camelias host, guests begin their photographic immersion by taking advantage of the perches, feeders, and waterers installed a few meters from the lodge, as well as nearby trails where it is possible to easily spot dozens of birds.
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. | Dinner at Camelias
With prior notice, guests can order their desired dinner option from the Camelias menu.
Rest
After dinner, guests have the opportunity to stay in the Bohío or settle into their rooms to rest. The host will ask guests if they need to be woken up to get ready for departure the next day.
4:30 a.m. to 5:30 a.m. | Preparation for departure
While guests get ready in their rooms, the Camelias team prepares a pre-breakfast and checks the list of essential items for departure.
6 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. | Daytime photography outing
With the specialized guidance of Camelias, a daytime tour is conducted along different private trails in the tropical dry forest, in search of the species targeted by the guests.
9:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. | Typical breakfast
Enjoy a typical Caribbean breakfast.
9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. | Guided trail sightseeing outing
We take an outing along different private trails in the tropical dry forest.
11:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. | Hydration and rest
Take a break at the Bohío and enjoy freshly prepared lemonade or orange juice made with fruit harvested from the farm's crops.
12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. | Lunch
You will sample the best of Caribbean cuisine with service that makes you feel right at home.
2:00 p.m. -4:00 p.m. | Rest
At this point in the experience, guests have the option of taking a break at the Bohío, using our hammocks or rocking chairs, or deciding to rest in their rooms. Our staff is attentive to providing hot or cold beverages, or any additional requests guests may have during their break.
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. | Sightseeing and photography outing near the Lodge
Accompanied by a specialized guide and the Camelias host, guests take advantage of the perches, feeders, and waterers installed a few meters from the lodge, as well as nearby trails where it is possible to easily spot dozens of birds in the company of their guide.
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. | Dinner
With prior notice, guests can order their desired dinner option from the Camelias menu.
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | Night photography outing (optional)
With the specialized Camelias guide, a night tour is conducted in areas connected to the lodge, where night bird species and other animal species can be spotted. If guests have a special request on their sighting list, the outing can be extended until dawn, with the corresponding service charges.
9:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m. | Rest
At this point in the experience, guests can take a break in the lodge lounge or in their rooms. Our staff is available to provide hot or cold beverages, or any other requests guests may have during their rest period. This service is available until 10:00 p.m.
#ACCOMMODATION
ECO LODGE
In our cabin, you can enjoy a comfortable and peaceful stay surrounded by the natural beauty of the Colombian Caribbean. The cabin is strategically located for bird watching and hiking, and has all the amenities to make you feel at home.
From the cabin, you can enjoy panoramic views of the mountains and the birds flying overhead.
Accommodation features
- It has 3 bedrooms, 2 with private bathrooms equipped with hot water, and can accommodate up to 7 people in double or single rooms.
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi
- Kitchen equipped for guests' use
- Living room and dining room
- Bohío with hammocks
- Gardens, drinking troughs, feeders, and perches.
- Power plant
IMPORTANT
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems.
- Not recommended for people with heart problems or other serious medical conditions.
- Not recommended for pregnant women.
- Not wheelchair accessible.
- Travelers must be moderately fit.
- This is a private experience. Only your group will participate.
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