Birding in Northern Peru - The classic tour for Ryan Shean

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Birding in Northern Peru - The classic tour for Ryan Shean
Chiclayo - Peru
Duration: 13 days
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$2,160

About your trip

 

Northern Peru should be at the top of your list of must-visit destinations. With its incredible diversity, endemism, and rare species, it’s truly a paradise for birdwatchers. Our 12-day trip is designed to take you on an unforgettable journey through the region, allowing you to experience the best of what Northern Peru has to offer.

Our itinerary includes a visit to some of the most sought-after birding spots in the area, including Marvelous Spatuletail, Long Whiskered Owlet, several Antpitta and hummingbird feeders. We’ll also explore the Maranon Valley, Tumbesian endemics, High Andes, Cloud Forest, Amazon basin as well as the Pacific coast.

Our journey begins in Lima and later the dessertic Chiclayo from where we’ll gradually ascend the Andes through the dry slopes of the west Andes. The valleys in this area hold an incredibly high endemism, making it a prime location for birdwatching. Next, we’ll spend time at the pass and Cloudforest on the humid east slope of the Andes before descending to the foothills. Finally, we’ll end our trip at the lowlands in Tarapoto.

The road conditions and access to the main birding spots are excellent, making this the perfect way to explore the Coast, High Andes, and lowland Rainforest by car. Our trip is designed to help you see as many bird species as possible in just 13 days, with an easy and comfortable pace at an affordable price.

While our itinerary is a suggestion, we’re more than happy to adapt it to your needs, targets, or budget. So, whether you’re an experienced birder or a novice, our Northern Peru birding trip is the perfect way to experience the incredible birdlife that this region has to offer.


What's included

Expert Birding guide

Expert Birding guide, fluent in english and spanish & certified as wilderness first responder.

Expert birding driver

Ground Transportation

Ground Transportation during the trip

Accommodations

Accommodations and Lodging based on double occupancy

Three meals per day

Three meals per day (some will be taken at the field to improve birding opportunities)

Snacks

Drinkable water

During all the trip

Entrance fees

Entrance fees for all the described destinations

Transfer In

Transfer Out

Birding gear

Birding gear by use of the guide (SWAROVSKI Spotting Scope, Play back, Laser pointer, Light for owling, Field Guide, etc)

First Aid Kit

Full time assistance

Full time assistance in English or Spanish

What's not included

First breakfast

Last dinner

Binoculars

Binoculars for personal use (available for rent)

Flights

International of Domestic flights (let us know if you require assistance)

Insurance of any kind

Personal expenses

Tips

Airport and luggage fees

Additional activities

Additional activities and lodging NOT DESCRIBED IN THE ITINERARY

Alcoholic drinks

Payment gateway fees

Payment gateway fees for credit card or online transactions

About your organizer

Manakin Expeditions is a family-owned tour agency, specializing in organizing unforgettable, tailor made and daily group tours in Perú, a country where nature meets culture like nowhere else. We offer a large number of destinations for culture, nature, bird watching and wildlife photography and the best aspects of the ancient culture of Peru, emphasizing safety above all since our team holds degrees of Wilderness First Responder.

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