Wildlife Tours

Name: Finisterra Travel
Price range: $$$

Multicolored Tanager - Birdwatching Colombia tour

COLOMBIA BIRDING TOUR

Travel with a birdwatching expert on an unforgettable journey through Colombia’s Coffee Region, a haven for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The Central Andes are shaped by dramatic landscapes, from misty cloud forests and fertile coffee plantations to the high-altitude páramo of Los Nevados National Park. With its rich volcanic soils and diverse microclimates, the region sustains an extraordinary array of wildlife, including rare and endemic bird species found nowhere else in the world.

On this adventure, you’ll traverse ecosystems teeming with colourful hummingbirds, striking tanagers and elusive raptors, each uniquely adapted to the varying elevations and habitats. From the lush forests of Rio Blanco and Tinamú to the rugged cliffs of Nido del Cóndor, where the Andean Condor soars, every destination offers unforgettable encounters with Colombia’s remarkable avian life. You’ll experience the expertise of both a lead guide and local guides at every location, ensuring a deeply immersive and knowledgeable exploration of the region.

Beyond its natural wonders, this region is also a cultural and conservation hub. Sustainable coffee farming practices support both biodiversity and local communities, offering visitors a chance to experience Colombia’s world-renowned coffee heritage while contributing to vital conservation efforts. Whether exploring the serene beauty of the highlands or immersing yourself in the rhythms of nature, this expedition promises a deep connection to one of the world’s most exciting emerging wildlife destinations.

Meridian Diving Adventure - Raja Ampat, Indonesia

RAJA AMPAT DIVING ADVENTURE

For all scuba divers, it is the number one bucket list dive resort holiday. Raja Ampat, Indonesia is located in the heart of the coral triangle. Known as the epicentre of marine biodiversity and host to over 80% of all the world’s coral species. No Seasons – Good diving all year around. The variety of dive sites ensure there is something for everyone, from macro photographers to Manta Ray lovers, and from beginners to experienced divers.

Located between the Pacific and Indian Oceans, the Indonesian Seas are the place of immense water exchange. The water exchange is known as the Indonesian Throughflow and flows from the Pacific through to the lower Indian Ocean. This flow delivers eggs and larvae to the reefs of Indonesia and travels over the complex underwater topography creating great upwellings of nutrient-rich cold water. A veritable life source, and after a holiday in these waters you will go home with a renewed sense of life yourself.

Trust us, no two dives are ever the same in Raja Ampat. Click HERE for a glimpse into Raja Ampat.

KENYA & UGANDA WILDLIFE ADVENTURE

This Kenya & Uganda wildlife adventure is a nature lover’s dream tour combining gorilla and chimpanzee tracking in addition to incredible game drives!

Kenya and Uganda’s dramatic geography has resulted in a great range of natural habitats, harbouring a huge variety of wildlife. Both on and off the tourist routes, you’ll find warmth and openness, and an abundance of spectacular scenery from rolling savanna dotted with Maasai herds and wild animals to the dense forests full of primates swinging and birds singing. Spending time with these majestic, vulnerable creatures, is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Track the “Big 5” across the endless plains of Kenya’s Maasai Mara to the unique ecosystem of several incredible Rift Valley lakes. Your driver/guides are experts at tracking wildlife so keep your cameras handy. In Uganda, you will have the experience of a lifetime opportunity to spend an hour with the majestic Mountain Gorillas as well as chimpanzees.

Contact us for custom tour details! Please note that this is a Sample Itinerary and can be altered to best suit your travel needs.

Tambopata Research Center - Chuncho Clay lick - Macaws

PERUVIAN AMAZON EXPERIENCE

Embark on a transformative journey at 1, 2, or 3 ecolodges in Tambopata, where a luxury experience goes beyond comfort and meets purpose in the heart of the Peruvian Amazon Rainforest.

Immerse yourself in innovative citizen science activities, fostering a deep connection with nature and supporting the sustainable development of local communities in the Tambopata National Reserve on a Peruvian Amazon Experience. Your stay transcends the ordinary—it becomes a narrative of conservation, a pledge to be an ambassador for the vibrant Tambopata.

Combine with other Peru itineraries. Contact us for more details.

Silverback lowland gorilla - Congo Safari

CONGO WILDLIFE ADVENTURE

If you think you know Africa, come to the Congo for a perspective-altering experience. Here, your mind is blown by the sheer vastness of the Congo Basin as your lungs are filled with the freshest
air in the world. Between rainforests, savannahs, rivers, mineral-rich baïs, and swamps, you unde take an epic adventure of gorilla tracking, game drives, boating, kayaking, forest walking, and river wading to discover rare and endangered species. This is the Congo Ultimate Wildlife Safari…for the intrepid.

Kamba, previously Congo Conservation Company, offers the only opportunity to discover the Congo Basin with a variety of life-changing, easy-to-book journeys, with three unique camps in Odzala-Kokoua National Park. For those seeking a truly unique safari, consider a 7, 10 or 11-night immersive discovery where every aspect of your journey is taken care of.

With a minimum stay of 7 nights at Odzala, a 4-night expedition-style extension can be added to reach Dzanga-Sangha bai in the Central African Republic. The journey of a charter flight and an epic boat trip on the Sangha River provides convenient access to one of the most iconic Congo Basin experiences, Dzanga-Sangha bai.

Since 2012, the Congo Conservation Company (CCC) has embarked on an ambitious and courageous journey to establish and promote eco-tourism in the Republic of the Congo. As the
largest privately funded conservation-commerce company, they offer an exceptional rainforest safari experience in Odzala-Kokoua National Park.

Hippo yawning in the water on the Kenya Wildlife Safari Trip

EAST AFRICA SAFARI – KENYA & TANZANIA,

Experience the ultimate East Africa safari. Track the Big 5 in Serengeti & Maasai Mara, explore Ngorongoro Crater, and see the Great Migration. Book today.

ANTARCTICA CRUISE & FLY

Antarctica, an entire continent of windswept expanses, snow-shrouded peaks, and abundant wildlife.

Fly The Drake
Our two-hour flight takes you from Punta Arenas, the Chilean gateway to Patagonia, directly to Antarctica, where you then board your expedition ship. No stormy crossing. No seasickness. Just quick, total immersion in your Antarctic adventure.

Explore Antarctica
Our small expedition vessels are more like private yachts, offering direct access to areas along the Antarctic shore that larger ships simply can’t reach. Since we have fewer guests, you get on and off faster, so your time ashore is focused where it should be: savoring every moment of a travel experience unlike any other.

RAJA AMPAT INDONESIA RETREAT

Misool Eco Resort lies just south of the equator in Raja Ampat, Indonesia, surrounded by thousands of uninhabited islands and one of the most pristine reef systems on Earth. It’s an exclusive dive resort and conservation centre fringed with powder-white beaches and pristine coral reefs. You’ll find Misool Private Island hidden deep in an archipelago of uninhabited islands, 165 km (105 miles) from the nearest port, and the nearest village is 20 km away by boat. We are surrounded by the richest reefs in the world, at the very heart of marine biodiversity.

Raja Ampat is surrounded by thousands of uninhabited islands and one of the most pristine reef systems on earth. Experience the tranquillity of island life while being surrounded by crystal clear ocean views.

Dates & availability upon request.

RAJASTHAN UNEXPLORED – INDIA TOUR

Explore some of India’s most incredible hinterlands, wildlife, and villages. Encounter rich cultures, ancient history, and what makes Rajasthan so unique on this Rajasthan Unexplored customizable tour. Contact us for a tailor-made itinerary.

NAMIBIA SELF-DRIVE

A luxury 13 day Namibia self-drive luxury adventure across the jaw-dropping scenery of Namibia’s landscapes. A land of contrast and uncomprizing beauty, Namibia is regarded as one of the best destinations in Africa with the highest amount of conservancies in the world – superb landscapes, excellent game viewing and a safe country to travel around ensures it remains at the top of everyone’s “must visit” destinations.
Fully Customizable.