Emblematic Testimonial by Michael Vodiansky
Michael Vodiansky • May 27, 2026
Our bird photography tour in Colombia from Medellín to Cali was outstanding from start to finish.
by Michael Vodiansky
INSTAGRAM: @fotorequest
The variety of species and photo opportunities exceeded all expectations—every day brought incredible close encounters and perfect shooting conditions.
Our guide, David Casas, was extremely professional and highly experienced. His deep knowledge of bird behavior and habitats made all the difference in getting great shots.
The lodges were comfortable, well-located, and ideal for early starts in the field. I highly recommend this tour to any serious bird photographer looking for an unforgettable experience in Colombia.
"Llevo más de tres años realizando viajes icónicos por Colombia haciendo tours fotográficos de aves y naturaleza con retorno, lo que me ha llevado a conocer excelentes lugares del país donde he cumplido con todas las expectativas propuestas en las especies que hemos ido a buscar para fotografiar.
"Mi primera experiencia con David,de RETORNO, fue simplemente espectacular.
David made us feel very safe. He was a most wonderful host and we felt like we have always known him. He introduced us to his country, culture, people and, of course, all those wonderful birds he promised he would.
“I recently joined Retorno Photo Tours on a bird photography trip to Colombia, and it was an outstanding experience from start to finish.
"We did a trip with David and Retorno in July of 2025 and our expectations were beyond exceeded.
"We did a trip with David and Retorno in July of 2025 and our expectations were beyond exceeded.
Colombia is a must-visit destination for bird photographers. The country offers stunning scenery, vibrant culture,and exceptionally warm, welcoming people.
Last November, I went on a week-long tour with Retorno Photo and I could summarize it with great birding, great company and good food.
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