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    General advice for an independent Colombia trip, and blue bearded helmetcrest

    Haha yeah that mirrors what I've heard with the driving! Thanks very much, will add them to the plan. The more I read, the more I want this to be a pretty long trip... Is it pretty easy to extend the 90 day stay to 180?
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    General advice for an independent Colombia trip, and blue bearded helmetcrest

    Wow, thanks so much Avery, this is incredibly helpful. To be honest I'd not really considered the south but I absolutely will now! I'll be travelling in from Ecuador also so can just do that via bus and spend some time in the south. I've heard excellent things about Isla Escondida but the rest...
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    General advice for an independent Colombia trip, and blue bearded helmetcrest

    Ah I'm not a particularly confident driver so am keen to stick to buses / taxis where possible. I'll do some more research, cheers Niels
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    General advice for an independent Colombia trip, and blue bearded helmetcrest

    Tthat thread is incredibly useful, sounds like a fantastic trip - I've heard similar things about the driving in Santa Marta. I've reached out to Breiner now, thanks so much for all the help. What was your favourite place you visited on that trip?
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    General advice for an independent Colombia trip, and blue bearded helmetcrest

    Thanks very much Niels! Is it doable independently or would you recommend a guide?
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    General advice for an independent Colombia trip, and blue bearded helmetcrest

    Hi all, long time lurker finally making an account to post as I’m planning a big year. I’m planning on spending a few months in Colombia from beginning of December 2024, and would love to get some advice on a high level trip plan. I’ve done some neotropical birding but Colombia will be...
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