3 Days I Machu Picchu + Birding

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	Sacred Valley, Cusco (optional)
	2400 - 3760 masl
	3-4 days
	accomodation: comfortable
	40+ species potential
	6+ species potential incl. Green-and-white Hummingbird

Tour Features

Habitats: Intern-Andean valleys, cloud forest edge at Machu Picchu
Birding Facilities: Feeders, garden hide, artistic photography settings in natural habitat, trails
Species Count (potential): 40+
Endemics: White-tufted Sunbeam, Green-and-white Hummingbird , Rusty-fronted Canastero, Creamy-crested Spinetail, Chestnut-breasted Mountain Finch, Bearded Mountaineer
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Itinerary

Day 1: Lima - Cusco – Sacred Valley

Upon arrival in Cusco, enjoy a scenic two-hour drive to the Sacred Valley. Check-in at Birds Hotel Molino located near Ollantaytambo and have lunch.

In the afternoon, explore Birds Hotel Molino gardens, which attract a wide variety of hummingbirds and other species. We'll also offer settings for artistic photography in natural habitat to help you capture the beauty of our bird visitors and residents.

Overnight at Birds Hotel Molino.

Target Bird Species:

White-tufted Sunbeam, Green-and-white Hummingbird , Rusty-fronted Canastero, Creamy-crested Spinetail, Chestnut-breasted Mountain Finch, Golden-billed Saltator, Shining Sunbeam, Gould's Inca, Violet-throated Starfrontlet

Sword-billed Hummingbird, Mountain Velvetbreast, Great Sapphirewing, Black-tailed Trainbearer, Green-tailed Trainbearer, Tyrian Metaltail, White-bellied Woodstar, Undulated Antpitta, Bronzy Inca, Gould's Inca, Violet-throated StarfrontletAndean Parakeet, Mitred Parakeet, Taczanowski's Tinamou, Blue-and-yellow Tanager, Giant Hummingbird.

Day 2: Machu Picchu

At dawn, head to the Ollantaytambo train station for a scenic ride to Machu Picchu. Spend the entire day exploring the ancient citadel, birdingwatching (not photographing) the surrounding areas, or simply soaking in the cultural and natural beauty of the site. Return to Birds Hotel Molino in the evening for a restful night.

Note: if you would like to visit Machu Picchu, please be aware that you will need to have train and entrance tickets. We are happy to help you with booking. We are also happy to offer an additional day of birding in the Sacred Valley if you choose not to visit Machu Picchu.

Target Bird Species:

White-tufted Sunbeam (E), Bearded Mountaineer (E), Creamy-crested Spinetail (E), Green-and-white Hummingbird (E), Rusty-fronted Canastero (E), Chestnut-breasted Mountain Finch (E), Masked Fruiteater (E), Inca Wren (E), Andean Condor, Black-and-Chestnut Eagle, Andean Cock-of-the-Rock, Gould’s Inca, Golden-plumed Parakeet, Blue-and-yellow Tanager, Blue-gray Tanager, Paradise Tanager, Silver-backed Tanager, Versicolored Barbet, Andean Motmot, Andean Guan, Mitred Parakeet, Masked Trogon, Green Jay.

Day 3: Sacred Valley – Chinchero – Cusco – Lima

Start the day with morning birding at Birds Hotel Molino. Afterward, we transfer to Ollantaytambo for a visit to the impressive Inca ruins, followed by lunch. In the afternoon, we continue to Chinchero, a charming Andean village known for its traditional weaving and stunning views of the surrounding mountains. Late in the afternoon, we head back to Cusco.

Fly to Lima that evening or, optionally, stay an extra day in Cusco for further exploration.

Target Bird Species:

Day 4 (Optional): Cusco – Lima

If you choose to stay an extra day, spend the morning wandering through Cusco’s cobblestone streets. Explore Inca and colonial monuments, and take in the rich history of this extraordinary city. Fly to Lima in the afternoon or evening.

Tour Timing

While this tour is available year-round, some species may not be observable during certain months.
Contact us in advance if you’re aiming to see specific bird species.

Photos: Holmes Pantoja

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