Manu Birding Experience 4D/3N
Manu Birding Experience 4D/3N
Birdwatching in the Manu Cloud Forest
Manu is a magical territory where the Andes and the Amazon meet, creating one of the most important biodiversity refuges on the planet. Here, cloud forests and the Andean foothill rainforest hide impressive and colorful birds such as the Andean Cock-of-the-rock, quetzals, tanagers, toucanets, and spectacular hummingbirds.
The famous Manu Road is considered one of the best birdwatching sites in the world, with the possibility of recording more than 300 species in just a few kilometers.
An essential destination for photographers and birdwatchers.
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Itinerary
High-Andean birds + entrance to the cloud forest
We depart early from Cusco, crossing Andean valleys and high mountain passes.
During our first stops, we may observe uncommon species such as:
- Crested Quetzal
- Chestnut-breasted Mountain Finch
- Black-faced Conebill
- Golden-billed Saltator
As we approach Acjanaco Pass, the vegetation changes dramatically as we enter the impressive Manu Cloud Forest.
New opportunities include:
- Mountain Caracara
- Sunbeam
- White-throated Hawk
In the late afternoon, we will take a short outing to look for nocturnal birds such as the Scissor-tailed Nightjar.
- Overnight: Wayqecha
- Meals: Lunch & Dinner
The heart of the cloud forest
After breakfast, we explore trails surrounded by epiphytes, mosses, and orchids.
Among the trees we may find:
- Crimson-mantled Woodpecker
- Blue-banded Toucanet
- Gould’s Inca
- Violet-throated Starfrontlet
We will also look for mixed flocks with vibrant tanagers such as:
- Golden-collared Tanager
- Blue-and-black Tanager
And more elusive species like:
- White-bellied Antpitta
- Andean Guan
With some luck, we may photograph raptors such as the Black-and-chestnut Eagle.
- Overnight: Cock-of-the-Rock Lodge
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Cock-of-the-Rock display + Lowland rainforest
Before dawn, we visit a Cock-of-the-Rock lek, where males perform an incredible courtship dance amid the forest mist.
We then descend to the warmer areas of the lower Manu, home to:
- Golden-headed Quetzal
- Black-billed Treehunter
- Saffron-crowned Tanager
- Masked Trogon
- Amazonian Umbrellabird
- Long-tailed Sylph
- Booted Racket-tail
At night:
Nocturnal birdwatching (screech-owl, nightjars)
- Overnight: Paradise Lodge
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Farewell to the cloud forest
- At dawn, we will enjoy our final birding outing to increase the species list.
During the return journey, we will make strategic stops to continue enjoying birdwatching. - Arrival in Cusco in the afternoon, with an unforgettable experience and unique photographs.
Includes
- Ornithological guide
- Private transportation
- 3 nights of eco-lodge accommodation
- Full board meals as per itinerary
- Day and night excursions
Does not include
- Additional beverages / extras
- Insurance / flights
- Tips (optional)
Recommendations
- Intermediate to advanced birdwatchers
- Nature photographers
- Biodiversity enthusiasts
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