Birdwatching near Bogotá – Hotel in La Calera
Dreaming of watching hummingbirds feed just inches from your camera? Or hearing the songs of more than 30 bird species in their natural habitat? Our eco-tourism hotel in La Calera is the perfect destination for birdwatching near Bogotá.
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Birdwatching in La Calera
Located in Vereda Quisquiza, just 40 minutes from the entrance to Chingaza National Park—one of Colombia’s most biodiverse areas with 531 scientifically registered bird species—our hotel sits in a unique ecological transition zone between high Andean forest and páramo. This makes us a true hotspot for birdwatchers.
What You’ll See
On our private 400-meter ecological trail, in the native forests surrounding the hotel, and during guided expeditions to Chingaza, you’ll be able to observe endemic hummingbirds, Andean toucans, hawks, tanagers, redstarts, páramo parrots, and dozens of other species. All of this accompanied by the sound of our natural stream and the majestic backdrop of the Eastern Andes.
Sunrise Tours
We offer guided birdwatching tours starting at 5:30 AM—the best time to spot birds. And since you’ll be staying with us, you won’t need to wake up early in Bogotá to catch the golden hour.
Birdwatching Outings
Explore the trails and surroundings of the hotel to capture the best bird photos.
Seasons
Birds can be observed year-round, as many are resident and endemic species of the region
Trails and Routes
The hotel features approximately 400 meters of internal natural trails. You can also explore the surrounding areas and various routes within Chingaza for extended birdwatching.
Why Our Hotel Is Ideal for Birdwatchers?
Proximity to Chingaza National Park
Al estar cerca del Parnque Natural Chingaza, la biodiversidad y la fauna es muy similar, por lo que vas a encontrar aves como las que puedes ver en el parque.
Habitat Diversity
Our hotel offers high Andean forest, wetlands, streams, and open areas—perfect for spotting a wide range of birds.
Easy Access from Bogotá
We’re just 50 minutes from La Calera, nestled in the mountains and easily reachable by car.
What Birds Can You See?
During your visit, it’s common to see and hear species such as:
Hummingbirds (multiple species)
Toucanets and Andean toucans
Parrots and parakeets
Blue-gray tanagers
Thrushes, tanagers, and more
Strategic Location
Just 40 minutes from Chingaza National Park: Chingaza is internationally recognized as an Important Bird Area (IBA) by BirdLife International. With 531 registered species, it’s one of Colombia’s top birding destinations.
Transition Ecosystem: Our hotel is located in the transition zone between high Andean forest (2,800–3,200 m.a.s.l.) and páramo, offering extraordinary bird diversity in a compact area. This altitudinal range hosts both forest and páramo species.
Preserved Native Forests: The hotel’s surroundings include well-preserved patches of native forest, essential for endemic and threatened birds of the Eastern Andes.
Photos
Here are some photos taken during birdwatching tours at the hotel and nearby areas. Come and capture your own shots of these magnificent birds