The Hummingbird Kingdom: A Half-Day Magical Experience- Guarne, Antioquia
A day in the mountains of Guarne, East Antioquia: feed hummingbirds from your hand in a preserved Andean forest, enjoy a trout lunch and hike to a waterfall of the Río Nare.
Why you will love this trip
About the experience
In a natural refuge in the mountains of Guarne, about an hour from Medellín, you walk along ecological trails through native forest and learn why hummingbirds matter for the ecosystem. Expert local guides present the species of the area, their feeding habits, behaviour and migration – and then comes the most special moment, when the hummingbirds feed directly from your hand.
An ideal day for nature lovers, birdwatchers and photographers looking for an authentic and sustainable experience close to Medellín.
Your day
Pick-up and drive of about 1 hour to Guarne through the mountain landscapes of East Antioquia.
Welcome by the hosts, a walk on the ecological trails, an educational talk about hummingbirds and the feeding experience (about 15 minutes), with free time for photos.
Visit of a trout farm with lunch, then a short hike of about 15 minutes each way through the Río Nare nature reserve to a waterfall – with the option to swim.
Drive back to your hotel.
Included
- Private round-trip transport from Medellín
- Accompanying guide
- Entrance to the hummingbird reserve with an ecological walk
- Interpretive talk about hummingbirds and conservation
- Hummingbird feeding experience
- Hot drinks (herbal tea and coffee) at the hummingbird farm
- Trout farm visit with sport fishing and lunch
- Nature hike to the waterfall
- Assistance insurance
Good to know
- Not included: alcoholic drinks, tips and anything not mentioned in the programme.
- Wear comfortable clothes in neutral colours and closed, non-slip shoes; bring a light jacket or raincoat, sunscreen, a hat and eco-friendly insect repellent.
- Please don’t use a flash and keep quiet near the birds. Bring a swimsuit and towel if you want to swim at the waterfall.
Price: on request – depending on group size, season and services.
