Travelers can explore open savannahs and encounter jaguars, anacondas and chigüiros in complete freedom.
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Colombia is a country of contrasts, being one of the most biodiverse in the world. A gift from nature, for many a privilege to enjoy such a variety of fauna and flora throughout the entire national territory. This natural treasure is reflected with special force in the Eastern Plains, a region where the horizon seems to have no end and where wildlife spreads with absolute freedom.
In the department of Casanare, this wealth is transformed into a unique experience: a plains safari that allows you to explore immense savannahs, cross crystalline rivers and closely observe animals that, for many, only exist in documentaries. There, the adventure does not occur in a closed park or in a zoo, but in real and constantly moving ecosystems.
The Eastern Plains—which encompass Meta, Casanare, Vichada and Guaviare—bring together some of the most authentic landscapes on the continent. Its beauty is not only in the breadth of its territory, but in the way in which the fauna and the plains culture coexist in perfect harmony. Intense sunsets, open skies and vegetation that changes with the seasons make this destination an ideal setting for nature tourism.
In this area, fascinating animals move freely between savannahs, rivers and forests, forming part of a living ecosystem. If you have ever dreamed of seeing the mysterious anacondas, or discovering the beauty of jaguars or capybaras (chigüiros) in Colombia, this is the ideal place for you.
A natural safari: chigüiros, anacondas and even jaguars in their habitat
According to Colombia Travel, the plains safari in Casanare, especially in areas near Yopal, offers one of the largest concentrations of visible wildlife in the country. It is a territory where nature is shown without reservation: birds of all colors, chigüiros in large groups, anacondas that rest among the wetlands and even jaguars that, although elusive, silently inhabit the conservation reserves.
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Among the most representative species of this experience are:
- Hundreds of species of birds, a characteristic of Colombia’s nature and what makes the country stand out from any other.
- Capybaras, also called chigüiros, recognized for their calm temperament and their abundant presence in wetlands.
- Anacondas that can exceed five meters and that have inspired stories and movies around the world.
- Jaguars, considered icons of the continent, that still find refuge in these lands.
- Giant otters, difficult to observe in most countries, but present in the clean rivers of the region.
During the rainy season, the landscape is completely transformed. Large areas are flooded and give rise to new temporary habitats that attract more species, turning the territory into a perfect setting for photographers and nature lovers.
According to the official Colombia Travel guide, the experience is lived aboard open 4×4 vehicles, which allow visitors to enter livestock farms and nature reserves where the visitor gets closer to the fauna without interrupting its natural behavior. This combination of wildlife and livestock tradition is one of the most authentic characteristics of the Colombian plain.
In Yopal and other rural areas of Casanare, various agencies and eco-lodges have developed complete packages that include specialized guides, accommodation in sustainable accommodation, typical meals and activities ranging from night safaris to boat tours along the rivers.
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