Birding Cusco – Abra Malaga 2 Days

Birding Cusco – Abra Malaga 2 Days

Birding Cusco – Abra Malaga: A 2-Day Avian Extravaganza for Avid Adventurers

Unveil the Wings of Cusco: Birding Cusco – Abra Malaga .

Embark on an avian odyssey that transcends time as you journey through the ancient streets of Cusco to the breathtaking heights of Abra Malaga. This 2-day escapade promises an immersion into the world of birds that call this enchanting region home.

A Symphony of Feathers:Birding Cusco – Abra Malaga .

Imagine waking up to a chorus of trills and calls that have echoed through these lands for centuries. This is the allure of Cusco, a city steeped in history and culture, where ancient ruins blend seamlessly with bustling streets. But beyond the cobblestones lies another world – a world where wings adorn the skies in vibrant hues and songs create a symphony of nature’s own.

Abra Malaga: The Gateway to Awe:Birding Cusco – Abra Malaga

Venture to Abra Malaga, a realm where nature unfurls its majesty in panoramic vistas and diverse habitats. The journey to these heights is not just a climb; it’s a passage into a realm that promises sightings of avian treasures that have adapted to thrive in these high-altitude realms. The air is crisp, the vistas are astounding, and the birds are the true stars of the show.

One and Two-Day Escapes:Birding Cusco – Abra Malaga

These birding trips are designed for the discerning adventurers who seek a taste of avian wonder while exploring the heart of Cusco. Whether you’re visiting the old Inca Capital or adding this escapade before or after another journey, these compact trips are a perfect addition to your itinerary. The Andean landscapes, cloud forests, and high-altitude environments are all within your reach.

Birding Cusco – Abra Malaga 2 Days .

A Tapestry of Discovery:Birding Cusco – Abra Malaga : Immerse yourself in the thrill of discovery as each step reveals a new bird, a new call, and a new connection with nature’s marvels. From the charismatic Andean Cock-of-the-rock to the elusive and regal Andean Condor, every encounter is a chapter in a story of wonder and awe.

Your Avian Adventure Awaits:Birding Cusco – Abra Malaga Step into the world of Birding Cusco – Abra Malaga and let the feathers guide you. With every fluttering wing, you’ll journey through time and space, witnessing the ageless spectacle of life that has graced these lands for eons. Join us on this 2-day avian escapade that beckons you to soar, to explore, and to immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Cusco’s avian gems

Bird Day 1:
If leaving from Cusco Very early start for the 3 hour drive to Birding Cusco – Abra Malaga

If leaving from Urubamba or Ollantaytambo a later start and an hour and a half’s drive After a field breakfast we’ll have all day to work the humid temperate forest. Starting at a large patch of Chusquea bamboo we should see Parodi’s Hemispingus (endemic) and Puna Thistletail (endemic). Other possibilities throughout the day include: Drab, Three-striped, Black-eared and Black-capped Himispingus, Golden-collared and other Tanagers, White-throated and White-banded Tyrannulets, Andean Ibis, Unstreaked Tit-tyrant (endemic), White-rumped Hawk, Sierran Elaenia, Marcapata Spinetail (endemic), Inca Wren ( endemic), Diademed and Trilling Tapaculo plus a lot more. Rufous and Undulated Antpitta’s are here too. In the afternoon we’ll look for Cuzco Brush Finch (endemic). We’ll return to the Sacred Valley of the Incas in the evening. L:D

Bird Day 2: We’ll head for the Polylepis woodland at Birding Cusco – Abra Malaga .

We’ll devote the whole morning to explore this unique habitat. Possibilities include Line-fronted Canastero, Ash-breasted Tit-tyrant (endemic), White-browed Tit-spinetail (endemic), Tawny Tit-Spinetail, Giant Conebill, Stripe-headed Antpitta, Andean Tapaculo, Tit-like Dacnis, Blue-mantled Thornbill, Andean Condor, Thick-billed Siskin, Junin Canastero (endemic) and more. Our major target bird here will be the endemic Royal Cinclodes, which we discovered here in the 80’s. On the valley floor we’ll check a variety of Ground-tyrants and Sierra-Finchs. After a picnic lunch we’ll concentrate on some local endemics on the west side, including Creamy-crested Spinetail, (endemic) Rusty-fronted Canastero, (endemic) White-tufted Sunbeam (endemic) and Chestnut-breasted Mountain-finch (endemic). We return to Cusco or if you wish the Sacred Valley of the Incas and your hotel. B:L: