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Aves de Los Amazonas
Colombia | Aug 8 - Aug 15, 2026

Nancy
Nancy B.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Sep 08, 2026

This is the second trip I have taken to Colombia in a year and Michael Gold of Chaska tours helped organize both. This trip was centered around birding in the Amazon region of Colombia but we enjoyed birding for a day in the high paramou area near Chingaza PNN with Hernann as our wonderful birding guide there. As soon as we landed in Leticia we were birding with our guide, Sergio Leon, who was well versed in the birds and reptiles of Los Amazonas and we were thrilled to learn from him for the next 5 days. Our visit to Buru Lodge was lovely and we enjoyed the delectable Amazon fusion dinner with other guests there but the highlight of our trip was traveling by boat on the Rio Amazonas ( pink and gray river dolphins observed) to Nomad Lodge and all of our experiences there. Thank you Michael Gold, Charla yours and Kimkim for arranging this spectacular birding trip for us!

Hotel Reviews
Nomad Lodges
Puerto Nariño

From the moment we arrived by boat we were captured by the beauty and friendliness of everyone involved with Nomad. We were met by the owner, Pierre, who shared the story behind Nomad and he was involved with making sure our stay was wonderful as well as educational. We ate all of our meals at Nomad and they were what I would describe as traditional and delicious. The memories of the chocolate mousse and arepas con queso linger on my tongue and mind. Our cabana was very comfortable and rustic.

Authenticity & Character
Rustic, eco- oriented, comfortable
Location
The trip down the Amazon to get to this remote lodge was one of the thrills of my life.
Staff
Very receptive to needs. Delicious traditional food, friendly and interested in learning from us.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rustic but clean and elegant
Buru Nature Hotel Amazonas
Authenticity & Character
Loved the traditional decorations and rustic rooms.
Location
In an off the beaten path near Leticia. Felt like being in the rain forest!
Staff
Very attentive to all of our needs.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Comfortable beds and clean rooms.
HAB Hotel
Bogotá

Clean and spacious rooms. No elevator for those on 2nd floor.

Authenticity & Character
Attentive staff and great restaurant with fresh and what is billed as local food.
Location
In a great neighborhood. In my room could hear traffic of cars/ motorcycles at night.
Staff
Friendly and attentive to our needs such as take away breakfast for 5:00 am all mornings we were there.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean rooms and kept up to date.
Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Replied on Sep 08, 2026

Dear Nancy,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was truly a pleasure organizing another Colombia adventure for you, and I’m especially happy to hear how much you enjoyed the birding experiences with Hernann and Sergio, as well as your time in the Amazon.

Thank you again for trusting us with your second trip to Colombia. It has been a pleasure having you back, and I hope this won’t be your last adventure here. There are still plenty of birds and beautiful corners of Colombia waiting for you! 😊

Warm greetings from Colombia,
Michael & the Chaska Tours Team

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