Latin America and the Caribbean are situated in one of the most biodiverse regions of the world. The birdlife here flourishes throughout many different eco-regions, which supports hundreds of endemic species and regional specialties. A birding vacation to anywhere in this fantastic region will provide many memorable sightings and enriching experiences. Browse our selection of Latin America and Caribbean birding tours.
CARIBBEAN
BIRDWATCHING CUBA: CULTURE & CONSERVATION
Dates: OPEN
Spaces Available: 8
Price: TBD
Max Participants: 8
Cuba is the largest island in the Caribbean with a population of just over 11 million people, almost a third of which live in the capital, Havana (La Habana). Traveling under the “Support of the Cuban People” category, we will have the chance to learn about Cuban culture and interact with locals as well as enjoy some incredible birding as we search for Cuban endemics and Caribbean specialties.
CENTRAL AMERICA
BELIZE: A BIRDING PARADISE
Dates: OPEN
Spaces Available: 8
Price: TBD
Max Participants: 8
For most people, the words “Caribbean coast” conjure up images of turquoise waters, white sand beaches, coconut trees, margaritas and a hammock beneath a shining sun. The truth is that this image is not far from reality. The Caribbean is a paradise for the senses and for those interested in birding in Belize, things just keep getting better and better.
BELIZE: MINDFUL BIRDING RETREAT
Dates: Late September 2025
Spaces Available: 6
Price: $3,420 pp
Max Participants: 10
Natural beauty and relaxation are two ways to best describe Belize. While exploring this birder’s paradise, we will take our time to truly revel in the beauty and wonder of the birds we see, and combine this with additional mindfulness activities. Along the way, we will enjoy walking along quiet streams and winding jungle trails, and all the benefits of mindful birding.
PANAMA BIRDING TOUR: A BIODIVERSITY HOTSPOT
Dates: June 7-16, 2024
Spaces Available: 8
Price: TBD
Max Participants: 8
Panama, a biodiversity hotspot, is home to the largest number of birds of any country in Central America – with over a thousand recorded species. This astonishing diversity is easily accessible, making it possible to attain a very long bird list within a short period of time. What’s more, it is possible to see more than a hundred regional endemics.
PANAMA: BIRDS OF THE PANAMA CANAL
Dates: October 5-12, 2024
Spaces Available: 8
Price: TBD
Max Participants: 8
The Panama Canal is located in the center of one of the world’s most biologically diverse areas and is surrounded by a substantial stretch of protected areas within the Panama Canal watershed. Here, close to two-thirds of the more than one thousand bird species registered in the country can be found.
PANAMA: REALM OF THE HARPY EAGLE
Dates: April 14-20, 2024
Spaces Available: 8
Price: $1,795 pp
Max Participants: 8
Dates: June 23-29, 2024
Spaces Available: 8
Price: $1,795 pp
Max Participants: 8
Darien, Panama is one of the most biodiverse areas of the country. Pristine forest, roaring waterfalls, forest streams, and thriving ecosystems are just some of the features that make Darien such a special place for humans and wildlife alike. It is home to jaguars, night monkeys, tapirs, giant anteaters, and of course, the majestic Harpy Eagle.
PANAMA: BIRDS & BUTTERFLIES
Dates: OPEN
Spaces Available: 8
Price: TBD
Max Participants: 8
With a great variety of habitats from coastal lowlands, river courses, and foothill plains to high elevation cloud forest and volcanos, Panama supports great biological diversity. In addition to birds, Panama is home to over 1,800 species of butterflies. In fact, one of the meanings of the word Panama is “abundance of butterflies.”
PANAMA: MINDFUL BIRDING RETREAT
Dates: June 16-22, 2024
Spaces Available: 3
Price: $2,485 pp
Max Participants: 8
This retreat is designed to help you develop your own mindful birding practice. Set in the beautiful, lush highlands of western Panama, we immerse ourselves in nature and receive its many benefits for our health and well-being.
PANAMA: INTRO TO BIRDING & YOGA
Dates: OPEN*
Spaces Available: 8
Price: TBD
Max Participants: 8
Panama combines the perfect setting for natural exploration and relaxation. Extensive forests, endless miles of pristine coastline, and hundreds of species of colorful birds make Panama is a top choice for immersion in tropical nature.
* Private group tour
SOUTH AMERICA
BRAZIL: PANTANAL & CHAPADA DOS GUIMARÃES BIRDING TOUR
Dates: July 15-30, 2024
Spaces Available: 8
Price: $8,450
Max Participants: 8
Brazil’s exquisite Pantanal offers a wildlife adventure like no other. Home to some of the most iconic birds and wildlife found on Earth, this tour seeks out Hyacinth Macaw, Toco Toucan, Jabiru, Red-legged Seriema, Giant Anteater, Capybara, and Lowland Tapir. It is also the best place to see the largest cat in the Americas – the Jaguar.
COLOMBIA: THREE ANDEAN MOUNTAIN RANGES
Dates: August 8-18, 2024
Spaces Available: TOUR FULL
Price: TBD
Max Participants: 8
Colombia is considered a mega-diverse country, due, in part, to its awe-inspiring array of different habitats and ecosystems which are home to approximately one-fifth of the bird species on Earth. The Andean Mountain Range is one region that stands out for its incredible biodiversity, with richness in birds and high endemism.