Abra Málaga Bird Photography Tour 

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: 1 Day
🎯 Target Species: Endemic and high-altitude birds of the Andean cloud forest and Polylepis woodlands
📸 Best for: Bird photographers, nature enthusiasts, and ornithologists

Polylepis Forest & High-Altitude Endemics

         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.
• Return to Cusco by evening.
• 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 person: US$450.00 per person
2 people: US$300.00 per person
3 people: US$250.00 per person
4 people: US$200.00 per person
5 people: US$180.00 per person