Cusco: Huacarpay Wetlands Birdwatching Tour with Guide

Highlights

• Discover the Huacarpay Wetlands, a protected Ramsar site, on a guided tour
• Spot endemic birds like the Rusty-fronted Canastero and Bearded Mountaineer
• Observe ducks, herons, hummingbirds, and Andean tanagers in their habitat
• Enjoy the lagoon landscapes surrounded by magical mountains and nature
• Benefit from the expertise of an ornithologist guide with specialized equipment

Description

Begin your adventure with an early morning pickup from your Cusco hotel. Head to the Huacarpay Wetlands, a Ramsar site known for its rich biodiversity and stunning Andean landscapes. Spend the next three hours visiting strategic points to spot as many species as possible. Observe two endemic birds of Cusco: the Rusty-fronted Canastero and the Bearded Mountaineer, species found only in this region. Among the species you may spot are the Andean Duck, Puna Teal, White-tufted Grebe, Puna Ibis, Variable Hawk, Black-chested Buzzard-Eagle, Plumbeous Rail, Spotted Sandpiper, Yellow-winged Blackbird, Black-tailed Tit-Spinetail, Andean Flicker, Many-colored Rush Tyrant, Andean Negrito, Rusty Flowerpiercer, and Golden-billed Saltator, among many others. The tour is designed to optimize your time and offer you a relaxing experience that allows you to connect with nature while exercising your visual and auditory memory. At the end, return to your Cusco hotel with unforgettable memories of Andean birdlife.

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cusco Transportation Professional ornithologist guide Snacks during the tour Observation equipment (binoculars available upon request)

Excludes

Gratuities (optional) Full breakfast (only snacks included) Professional photography equipment Personal expenses

Important Information

• Start time: 6:00 AM (pickup at 5:30 AM) Total duration: approximately 4 hours Tour takes place at moderate altitude (3,200-3,500 meters above sea level) Prior acclimatization in Cusco for at least 1 day is recommended Guide speaks Spanish and basic English Not wheelchair accessible due to uneven terrain Early morning departure required for optimal bird activity

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund