Abra Málaga Bird Photography Tour 2d/1n

Abra Málaga, a high-altitude pass in the Peruvian Andes, is a paradise for birdwatchers and nature photographers. Home to rare and endemic species such as the Royal Cinclodes, White-browed Tit-Spinetail, and Parodi’s Hemispingus, this tour offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to capture some of the most elusive Andean birds.
📍 Location: Abra Málaga, Cusco, Peru
📅 Duration: 2 Days
🎯 Target Species: Endemic and high-altitude birds of the Andean cloud forest and Polylepis woodlands
📸 Best for: Bird photographers, nature enthusiasts, and ornithologists

Day by day itinerary

Day 1: Polylepis Forest & High-Altitude EndemicsMorning:

• Departure from Cusco (4:00 AM) – Early departure ensures we arrive at prime birding hours.
• Arrival at Abra Málaga Pass (7:00 AM, 4,200m / 13,800 ft) – Start birdwatching at the Polylepis forest.
• Key Birds to Photograph:
  • Royal Cinclodes (Cinclodes aricomae) – Critically endangered
  • Ash-breasted Tit-Tyrant (Anairetes alpinus)
  • White-browed Tit-Spinetail (Leptasthenura xenothorax)
  • Andean Hillstar (Oreotrochilus estella)
  • Puna Tapaculo (Scytalopus simonsi)

Midday:

• Short hike to higher elevations for different perspectives and lighting conditions.
• Photography tips for high-altitude environments and backlit shots.
• Picnic lunch with breathtaking Andean views.

Afternoon:

• Exploring the east slope’s humid montane forest.
• More birds to photograph:
  • Stripe-headed Antpitta (Grallaria andicolus)
  • Parodi’s Hemispingus (Kleinothraupis parodii)
  • Blue-mantled Thornbill (Chalcostigma stanleyi)
• Golden-hour photography session.

Day 2: Cloud Forest & Lower ElevationsMorning:

• Early morning session in the cloud forest at lower elevations (~2,800m).
• Bird highlights:
  • Inca Wren (Pheugopedius eisenmanni)
  • Marcapata Spinetail (Cranioleuca marcapatae)
  • Barred Fruiteater (Pipreola arcuata)
  • Scarlet-bellied Mountain-Tanager (Anisognathus igniventris)

Afternoon:

• Visit to a hummingbird hotspot for in-flight photography techniques.
• Hummingbirds to capture:
  • Shining Sunbeam (Aglaeactis cupripennis)
  • Sword-billed Hummingbird (Ensifera ensifera)
• Return to Cusco with a collection of stunning bird images.

Why Choose This Tour?✅ Expert local bird guides with in-depth knowledge of Abra Málaga’s avifauna.
✅ Small group sizes for a personalized experience.
✅ Optimal photography opportunities in different lighting conditions.
✅ Sustainable tourism supporting conservation efforts.
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Price per person:2025

​​1.- Traveller $850.00
2.- travellers $700.00
4.- travellers $650.00
6.- travellers $600.00
8+.- travellers $550.00