Emblematic Testimonial by Gauri and Swapna

Gauri and Swapna • December 1, 2025

**We had a splendid birding adventure with Retorno Photo Tours and David in Colombia!**


by Gauri and Swapna

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@feathersandwhispers @maratheswapna


The tour was meticulously planned, covering top reserves and mesmerizing species perfectly suited for us. Amid beautiful Colombian reserves, two ladies travelling from India enjoyed a comfortable and safe birding experience. Stays were top-notch, and the delicious vegetarian food made everything even better. David expertly timed feeder and field sessions for stunning bird photographs—we had an absolute blast!

Highly recommend Retorno and David; we'll definitely return for more Colombian birds!

Swapna Marathe and Gauri Karlekar (India)


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