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Colombia's Endemic Mammals
Tour Code: COL05A 17-day wildlife tour through some of Colombia's most beautiful landscapes, focusing on the country's endemic mammals and, in particular, its captivating primates.
£7,495 (Inc flights)
£6,595
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Summary
Colombia is famed as one of the most biodiverse countries in the world, with the largest bird list of any country anywhere. Its mammals, though, are not very well known, despite the country hosting 450 species, many of them beautiful and iconic. This very special tour focuses particularly on its extraordinary range of charismatic and rare primates, many of which are endemic. We won’t neglect other mammals, with such delights as Jaguar and Giant Anteater possible, and we won’t ignore birds either. Among the places we will visit are Putumayo, in the deep south, and Los Llanos.
- Unique tour concentrating on some of the best of Colombia’s mammal species
- Particular focus on primates, for which Colombia is renowned, with several very rare endemic species
- Visit grassland area with chance of Giant Anteater
- Nearby forests hold Ornate Titi and Brumback’s Night Monkey
- Magdalena Valley for more primates and also host of thrilling endemic birds
- Optional extension to Santa Marta and chance to see charismatic Cotton-top Tamarin
Outline Itinerary
What's Included?
- Flights
- Accommodation:
A mixture of comfortable hotels and wildlife lodges
- Food:
All meals included in the price starting with lunch on Day 2 and ending with breakfast on Day 16. Additionally, snacks are provided for all excursions, along with coffee and hot chocolate.
Dates & Prices
2025
Tour Leader: Corentin Rombeaut
Corentin Rombeaut grew up in the south of France, near Toulouse. From the age of 5, Corentin fell in love with wildlife, a passion inherited from his parents who were birdwatchers. He spent his youth looking for bears, wolves and other mammals in the Pyrenees with his father, whilst also studying any invertebrates, reptiles and amphibians he could find.
Corentin has been living in Colombia for 10 years, where he studied herpetology and primatology, as well as training to become a guide. Corentin loves his tour leading job and above all is passionate about making sure that the people accompanying him have a complete experience, not only to see the animals, but also to get to know Colombia, to connect with the territory and the communities that live there.
When he is not guiding, Corentin works on a project on the taxonomy and distribution of primate populations in Colombia, whilst also assisting with a primate conservation project with reserves in Putumayo. In addition to this, he enjoys traveling to new habitats to learn about new species, landscapes and cultures. He also enjoys reading, drawing animals and watching rugby games.
2026
Tour Leader: Corentin Rombeaut
Corentin Rombeaut grew up in the south of France, near Toulouse. From the age of 5, Corentin fell in love with wildlife, a passion inherited from his parents who were birdwatchers. He spent his youth looking for bears, wolves and other mammals in the Pyrenees with his father, whilst also studying any invertebrates, reptiles and amphibians he could find.
Corentin has been living in Colombia for 10 years, where he studied herpetology and primatology, as well as training to become a guide. Corentin loves his tour leading job and above all is passionate about making sure that the people accompanying him have a complete experience, not only to see the animals, but also to get to know Colombia, to connect with the territory and the communities that live there.
When he is not guiding, Corentin works on a project on the taxonomy and distribution of primate populations in Colombia, whilst also assisting with a primate conservation project with reserves in Putumayo. In addition to this, he enjoys traveling to new habitats to learn about new species, landscapes and cultures. He also enjoys reading, drawing animals and watching rugby games.
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Naturetrek offers a wide selection of long-haul wildlife holidays primarily focusing on mammals. These tours offer an intensive mammal-centred focus, outstanding value for money and top quality sightings. They are led by at least one expert local English-speaking naturalist, and visit countries in Africa, Asia, Central and South America and more.
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Our specialist recommends...
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Many of the world’s mammals are instantly recognisable to us. Animals such as Lions, Tigers, elephants and bears capture our imaginations from an early age. At Naturetrek, we take great pleasure and pride in helping people to fulfil their lifelong dreams of seeing these iconic species in the wild. We also enjoy introducing our clients to some of the world’s more unusual mammals, many of which are just as fascinating.
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We offer a range of action-packed bargain holidays for the dedicated mammal enthusiast, which are exceptional value for money, from Belize to Zambia.
Our specialist recommends...
Paul Stanbury - Operations Manager
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