Visit the National Aviary in Barú – Discover Colombia’s Rich Birdlife
Interact with hundreds of birds in one of the largest open and natural aviaries in South America. The Aviario Nacional in Barú is not just a bird sanctuary; it’s a vital conservation and captive breeding center for endangered species. When you book this tour to the Aviario Nacional in Barú, you’ll also get to enjoy beach time at Playa Blanca on the same day.
In this bird park, you’ll find a carefully designed space for each species, surrounded by birds from various ecosystems across Colombia the country with the greatest diversity of birds in the world. You will have the opportunity to explore three unique ecosystems: rainforest, coast, and desert, as well as two specialized areas for migratory birds. A highlight of the visit is a trail that rises up 6 meters, giving visitors a bird’s-eye view of the forest-floor, understory, and canopy, allowing you to observe birds in their natural behaviors across different layers of the forest. The aviary is home to approximately 2,000 birds of 160 different species, spread across seven hectares of land.
Located in Barú, just 50 minutes from Cartagena, the Aviario Nacional offers an immersive experience. As you explore, you’ll encounter majestic harpy eagles, vibrant macaws, elegant flamingos, black-winged stilts, Eurasian stone-curlews, parakeets, woodpeckers, Andean condors, cardinals, and curassows. Additionally, you’ll see migratory species that visit the aviary’s 21 stations throughout the year.
Your experience continues at Playa Blanca, where you’ll enjoy a delicious lunch at a private beach club. Afterward, unwind with a few hours of beach relaxation, soak in the sea breeze, or simply take in the stunning landscape of one of the best beaches in Cartagena.
Includes:
Round trip ground transportation
Entry ticket to the aviary
Lunch
Beach time
Schedule:
Monday to Saturday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. If the slots for 6:30 am are not enough travelers to operate the service, it will automatically changed to 9:30 am to 5:00 pm. We will inform you of these changes if is the case.
Important Information
In the next step, please provide of everyone in your group;
- Full name
- Date of birth
- ID or passport number
This information is required in order to confirm your admission on the tour.
Bring sunscreen and mosquito repellent.
If you book the tour option that includes lunch in Playa Blanca, don't forget to bring a towel, sunscreen and a bathing suit.
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