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HATO LA AURORA 3D2N
On the tour of Hato La Aurora, you will experience a significant diversity of wildlife and enjoy activities with locals in the ‘llanero’ style. On the first day, you will take a canoe tour along the river just next to the lodge. On the second day, you will have a full-day safari in the natural […]
On the tour of Hato La Aurora, you will experience a significant diversity of wildlife and enjoy activities with locals in the ‘llanero’ style. On the first day, you will take a canoe tour along the river just next to the lodge. On the second day, you will have a full-day safari in the natural reserve searching for the ‘Big 5.’ For the final day, you can optionally do a horseback riding activity or a hike by the natural trails near the lodge observing its fauna along the way.
ItineraryDay by day
CANOE ACTIVITY
On this day, a person from the local team will welcome you at the airport of Yopal or will pick you up at your hotel in that city. Then you will have a 4-hrs. transfer to Hato La Aurora in 4x4 cars passing by great landscapes and observing wildlife along the way. You will have lunch at this place, which is known for its wildlife conservation efforts and its endemic species. You will have an afternoon tour in canoes to watch aquatic fauna in the rivers of the reserve.
FULL SAFARI DAY
On this day, we can start the tour very early in the morning in order to have a better chance to see birds and wildlife. Or optionally, we can start after breakfast. You will have a full day Safari in 4x4 cars searching the big-5 of the reserve: Capybara, Anaconda, Anteater, Puma & the Jaguar. The guides will advise you about the best spots, moments and strategy to spot wildlife without disturbing it at this immense wildlife sanctuary.
HORSE-BACK RIDING
On this day, after breakfast, you will have a horse-back riding activity, where you can experience the local culture and see some fauna along the way, you will also learn about the conservation balance between the cattle and the ecotourism activities. In the afternoon, after lunch you will have the 4-hrs. transfer in 4x4 towards either your hotel or the airport in Yopal to get there between 15:00 to 19:00 depending on how early you need to be in that city.
Cost infoPrice and trip details
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Included services
Included
ACCOMMODATION
Ecolodge in the rural area of the town of Hato Corozal (Casanare) with basic conditions, fans and all the basic facilities to spend the nights, where you should not expect luxury, but the reward is to be surrounded by great nature.
ROOMS Lodge: Private double, triple and multiple rooms.
ACTIVITIES All the activities mentioned in the plan, all in private tours and transportations.
MEALS - 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 2 dinners.
TRANSFERS All land transportation in private vehicles or shared, when strictly necessary or for petition of the travelers.
GUIDANCE Spanish speaking guides throughout the trip for all activities.
MEDICAL ASSISTANCE CARD The tour includes a travel assistance card for all the days that covers possible accidents, medical attention, and emergency transportations for a quick response in case of being necessary according to the evacuation time during the activities and level of medical attention at the destination.
Not included
National and international flights.
Activities, additional drinks or elements not described in the plan.
Tips, snacks and souvenirs.
Personal items not described in the itinerary.
English or other languages speaking guides/translators.
What to take?Travel prepared
- Hat and/or other sun protection for the head and neck.
- Sunglasses to protect your eyes from the reflection of the sun.
- Long-sleeved shirts to avoid sunburn and mosquito bites during outdoor activities.
- Wear comfortable pants and avoid jeans.
- Waterproof, preferably quick-drying clothing or a rain poncho during the rainy season.
- Rubber boots are mandatory and at least one pair of shoes to change (there will be some to rent at the lodge but there are not all the sizes or you can buy them in Yopal).
- Sunscreen and mosquito repellent.
- Protection for electronic devices since they may be susceptible to damages due to humidity and/or rain.
- Non-disposable rigid container to refill water (canteen or thermos).
- Day-packs for carrying personal stuff, hydration, snacks and other elements during the outdoor day activities.
- Flashlight.
- Personal documents and count with your own medical insurance.
- Personal medicines and first aid kit.
RecommendationsGood to know
Travel with a flexible mindset and leave room for the unexpected. The most memorable moments often come from moving at the rhythm of the place and its people.
FAQAnswers before you go
- Flights from & to Bogota or any other Colombian city. The price would depend of the dates and the anticipation the flights are booked. - English or other languages speaking guides/translators, according to availability of guides for the desired date, in this case it is advisable to book in advance. - Private single rooms for just one person for 100.000 COP (25 USD approx.) additional per night. - Upgrade to a higher accommodation such as Savannah Orinoquia Lodge in a different reserve, but with less chances to see animals like jaguars, that can be quoted upon request and confirmation of availability in that hotel. - Specialized guides for special itineraries.
THE JOURNEY, IN CONTEXT
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