Descripción
Description: Guatemala’s diverse ecosystems provide a spectacular setting for bird photography, featuring vibrant species and breathtaking landscapes. This expedition takes you to prime locations where you’ll have optimal opportunities to capture high-quality images of rare and endemic birds. With guidance from an expert photographer and birding specialist, you’ll learn techniques to enhance your skills while exploring some of the country’s most scenic birding hotspots.
Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival & Antigua Birding
- Arrival in Antigua Guatemala and hotel check-in
- Afternoon photography session at Finca El Pilar, focusing on hummingbirds and warblers
- Welcome dinner and trip briefing
Day 2: Tecpán & Ranchitos del Quetzal
- Early transfer to Tecpán for highland bird photography, targeting the Pink-headed Warbler
- Breakfast at a local lodge
- Continue to Ranchitos del Quetzal to capture the Resplendent Quetzal in cloud forest habitat
- Overnight stay in a mountain lodge
Day 3: Horned Guan Expedition – Atitlán Highlands
- Pre-dawn hike for a chance to photograph the elusive Horned Guan
- Picnic breakfast on the trail
- Afternoon session around Lake Atitlán for Azure-rumped Tanager and motmots
- Overnight stay with lake views
Day 4: Pacific Slope & Los Tarrales Natural Reserve
- Full-day photography tour at Los Tarrales, capturing diverse species in tropical forests
- Key species: White-bellied Chachalaca, Tody Motmot, and various tanagers
- Night photography session for owls and nocturnal birds
- Overnight at Los Tarrales lodge
Day 5: Monterrico Wetlands & Coastal Birding
- Morning photography in mangroves and coastal wetlands
- Focus on water birds like Boat-billed Heron and Black Skimmer
- Afternoon transfer to Guatemala City
- Farewell dinner and portfolio review
Day 6: Departure
- Optional sunrise city birding session
- Transfer to La Aurora International Airport
Highlight Species:
- Resplendent Quetzal (Pharomachrus mocinno)
- Horned Guan (Oreophasis derbianus)
- Pink-headed Warbler (Cardellina versicolor)
- Azure-rumped Tanager (Tangara cabanisi)
- Highland Guan (Penelopina nigra)
- Tody Motmot (Hylomanes momotula)
- Black-and-white Owl (Ciccaba nigrolineata)
- Boat-billed Heron (Cochlearius cochlearius)
Includes:
- Expert bird photographer guide
- Professional photography tips and techniques
- Accommodations and meals
- Entrance fees to reserves and parks
- Private transport between locations
- Use of spotting scopes and field guides
Recommendations:
- Bring DSLR/mirrorless camera with telephoto lens
- Lightweight, neutral-colored clothing
- Sturdy hiking shoes and rain gear
- Tripod and extra batteries/memory cards
- Sunscreen, insect repellent, and a hat
Join us on an unforgettable journey to capture Guatemala’s most incredible bird species through your lens!
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