Peru Birding
Peru Birding: Lima, Cusco, Machu Picchu and Manu National Park
Peru is a legendary birding destination, offering unique landscapes and a wealth of biodiversity. With over 1,800 recorded bird species, including endemic and high-altitude varieties, Peru’s ecosystems range from the Pacific coast to the Amazon rainforest. Join us on this 12-day Peru Birding Tour for an immersive experience across the country’s most celebrated birding hotspots and cultural sites. We’ll explore Lima’s wetlands, Cusco’s historical sites, the cloud forests of Machu Picchu, and the pristine depths of Manu National Park.
Highlight and Target Birds
- Iconic Andean species such as the Hoatzin, Torrent Duck, Golden-headed Quetzal, and Peru’s national bird: the Andean Cock-of-the-Rock
- Wetland and coastal birds including Inca Tern, Peruvian Pelican, and the endemic Surf Cinclodes
- Sort through mixed flocks for a range of tanagers, woodcreepers, ovenbirds, flycatchers, and more
- Chances at many endemic and range-restricted species, including Peruvian Pietail, Kopeck’s Hermit, Inca Flycatcher, Chestnut-breasted Mountain-Finch, and Creamycrested Spinetail
KEY LOCATIONS
Lima Coast, Cusco and Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Manu National Park
EXPERIENCE HIGHLIGHTS
- See a variety of wetland and Andean lake specialties by foot and by boat throughout the tour.
- Explore Cusco’s bird-rich Andean slopes, home to a vast array of unique hummingbird and tanager species.
- Board the historic Machu Picchu train for a fascinating and beautifully scenic ride towards the town of Aguas Calientes, in the shadow of the famous Incan ruins of Machu Picchu.
- Visit Machu Picchu, blending history with high-altitude birding.
- Immerse yourself in Manu National Park, one of Earth’s richest biodiversity havens, including pristine forests along the legendary Manu Road.
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Accommodations
Casa Andina Miraflores (1 night), Casa Andina Standard Plaza (4 nights), Wayqecha Lodge (2 nights), Cock of the Rock Lodge (2 nights), Villa Carmen Biological Station (2 nights)
Weather and climate
Peru’s diverse geography means varying climates: coastal Lima is mild and dry, the Andes (Cusco and Machu Picchu) are cooler with possible rain, and Manu is hot and humid. We recommend light layers for warmer regions and insulating layers for cooler highlands.
Tour Details
Price: From $5,879 per person, double occupancy
Single Supplement: $750
Included: Lodging, meals, in-country transportation, guide, park entrance fees.
Not Included: Passport Fees, Visa Fees, International Airfare, alcoholic beverages, personal items, tips, travel insurance.
From: Lima (LIM)
Minimum Participants: 6
Participant Limit: 10
Activity Level: Moderate
Deposit: 30% of total per-person deposit is required to reserve your spot on this tour (with your registration form).
Tour Leaders: Wesley Homoya and Silverio Duri
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