AURORA SAFARI TOUR

Hato La Aurora is the reference point for tourism, conservation and llanero safari in Casanare.
Its thousands of hectares of flooded savannahs and gallery forests are home to incredible animals such as jaguars, palm bears, anacondas and capybaras.
There is always a chance to observe these and many other species native to the region, in addition to the more than 300 species of birds that are recorded there.
Share with this beautiful and traditional family one of the best safaris in the plains.

LUGAR

Reserva Natural Hato La Aurora.

TIEMPO DESDE YOPAL

5 horas por vía terrestre.

DURACIÓN DEL PLAN

4 días - 3 noches.

INCLUDES:

Transportation: By land, via van from Yopal – Natural Reserve – Yopal.**Reception at the airport and accompaniment at the end of the expedition.

 

Lodging: Three (3) nights at Ecolodge Juan Solito (room with bed, private bathroom, electric power system and fan).

 

Food per person:

  • Three (3) breakfasts – day 2, 3 and 4.
  • Four (4) lunches – day 1, 2, 3 and 4.
  • Three (3) dinners – day 1, 2 and 3.
  • Hydration (water and coffee).

 

Activities:

 

 

Others:

  • Travel assistance insurance.
  • Personalized detail.
  • Wifi.

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Entrance to the Reservoir

 

 

NOT INCLUDED:

 

  • Air tickets.
    It is recommended to consult the offer of about 10 daily flights that Yopal has with airlines such as Easyfly, Latam or Avianca, to and from Bogota, Medellin and Bucaramanga.
  • Additional tours and activities not described in the itinerary.
  • Bilingual guide.
  • Gratuities.
  • Laundry, personal expenses.
  • Expenses not stipulated.
  • VAT 19% (applies to domestic tourism).

ITINERARY:

 

Starting Point: Alcaraván Airport or Hotel in Yopal.

Termination Point: Alcaraván Airport or Hotel in Yopal.

Start time – day 1: 7:00 am

End Time – day 4: 18:00 pm

 

To keep in mind:

 

The Hato La Aurora Natural Reserve is composed of 16 thousand hectares with areas of forests, savannahs and marshes.
The reserve offers a high probability of observing various species of wildlife, so every day will be focused on the displacement through the property and its various trails and routes enabled, in different means of transportation available (safari vehicle, horse, tractor, walking or sailing down the river).
The plan Llanero Safari in Casanare also includes the possibility of participating in the feline conservation talk given by the leader of this program in the natural reserve.
In addition, at the Ecolodge you can enjoy a folkloric show of llanero singing and dancing, depending on the number of people staying at the lodge.

 

Day 1:

We will meet at the airport or place in Yopal previously agreed.
Departure by 4×4 van to the Natural Reserve Hato La Aurora – Ecolodge Juan Solito.
You will be able to tell the driver if you need to stop at the ATM or make any kind of purchase before leaving.
During the tour you will be able to observe the beautiful landscapes of the plains, the fauna and birds that are located near the road.

 

Arrival at the Reserve, specifically at the Ecolodge Juan Solito is scheduled for 12:00 approximately, where you will be greeted with a cold drink and will be assigned to your room.
Afterwards you will have lunch with a beautiful view of the Ariporo River.
At 2:00 p.m. you will enter the natural reserve to explore its extensive plains.
You will return at 7:00 p.m. for dinner and rest.

 

Day 2:

Sunrise around 5:30.
Coffee will be available and you will be able to walk the trails of the Ecolodge for birdwatching.
Breakfast will be available from 6:30 in the morning.
Once you have eaten breakfast, you will be able to select a means of transportation to go into the plains and begin to discover the more than 16 thousand hectares that make up this natural reserve.
Lunch will be in the sector chosen for the day.
You will spend the whole day searching for animals and their tracks; you will return to the Ecolodge around 7:00 p.m. for dinner and rest.

 

Day 3:

A new morning, a new opportunity for birdwatching and search for those animals that take advantage of the freshness of the early hours of the day.
Breakfast available from 6:30 am to later choose other sectors to travel within the plains safari in Casanare, as well as other means of transportation.
Lunch will be in the sector chosen for the day.
The whole day will be dedicated to the search for animals and their tracks, to return to the Ecolodge around 7:00 pm, have dinner and rest.

 

Day 4:

Dawn around 5:30 a.m.; coffee will be available and you will be able to walk the trails of the Ecolodge for bird watching.
The morning will be for tours and lunch in front of the Ariporo River.
Afterwards, departure to Yopal.

TYPE OF ACCOMMODATION:

Rooms mostly in double accommodation (twin type), private bathroom, electric power.
(No hot water or air conditioning).

RECOMMENDATIONS:

 

  • Wear comfortable, cool, quick-drying clothing, ideally in earth tones that allow for greater camouflage in the natural landscape.
    Pants and long sleeve shirts.
    Cap or hat (you can find an offer of hats in our allied store in Yopal “Sobreros Florentino”).
  • Rubber or waterproof boots (depending on size and availability they can be supplied by us), and comfortable and safe closed shoes.
  • Raincoat and dry bags for equipment.
  • Sun block and insect repellent.
  • Water bottle, thermos or camelback.
  • Sunglasses.
  • Basic personal hygiene items.
  • Flashlight, spare batteries, photography equipment, binoculars.
  • A medium sized assault backpack for use during activities.
  • Traveler’s documents: passport, identity card, civil registry or citizenship card (depending on age and origin), military passbook and medical insurance card.
  • Health security: Covid 19 and yellow fever vaccines.
  • Medications for personal use.