BIRDING PERU TOURS

At Manakin Expeditions, we craft birding tours in Peru — along the Pacific coast, through the Andes, cloud forests, and deep into the Amazon. Designed for hardcore listers, casual birders, and travelers drawn to ancestral culture. Join expert-guided experiences that match your passion.

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2025 Fixed-Departure Birdwatching Tours

Our Top Birding Tours in Peru! - Fixed departures operate with a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 6 participants.
If only 2 participants confirm, a small additional charge of 6% will be applied to the total cost to guarantee the departure.
Price: $ 3250

BIRDING IN NORTHERN PERU: The Classic Tour

12 Days

SCHEDULED DEPARTURES

- June 17th to 28th - 2025

- Sept 25th to Oct 6th - 2025

- Oct 28th to Nov 8th - 2025

Price: $ 3550

BIRDING AND CULTURE IN MACHUPICCHU AND MANU ROAD

13 Days

SCHEDULED DEPARTURES

- May 27th to June 8th - 2025

- July 1st to July 13th - 2025

- August 12th to 24th - 2025

- September 9th to 21st - 2025

- November 18th to 30th - 2025

- December 2nd to 14th - 2025

Price: $ 1850

MANU ROAD BIRDING TOUR

7 Days

SCHEDULED DEPARTURES

- From June 1st to 7th - 2025

- From July 6 to 12 - 2025

- From August 17th to 23th - 2025

- From September 14th to 20st - 2025

- From November 23th to 29th - 2025

- From December 7th to 13th- 2025

Top Birding Tours in Peru​

Our Most Popular Birding Adventures – Explore Peru's Premier Birdwatching Tours!

BIRDING IN NORTHERN PERU: The Classic Tour

The Best of Birding in Northern Peru – 12 Days of Endemics, Diversity, and Scenic Beauty Birding in Northern Peru is one...

Trip Type: Birding

12 Days

From: USD 3250

BIRDING AND CULTURE IN MACHUPICCHU AND MANU ROAD

Birding and Culture in Peru: A 13-Day Journey from Inca Ruins to the Amazon Rainforest This 13-day Birding and Culture t...

Trip Type: Birding & Culture

13 Days

From: USD 3550

MANU ROAD BIRDING TOUR

The Ultimate Manu Road Birding Tour — From the Andes to the Amazon One of the world’s most legendary birding routes—Manu...

Trip Type: Birding

7 Days

From: USD 1850

BIRD PHOTOGRAPHY IN NORTHERN PERU

Explore the captivating world of bird photography in northern Peru, where a tapestry of diverse ecosystems offers unpara...

Trip Type: Wildlife Photography

13 Days

From: USD 3850

NORTHERN PERU MEGAS BIRDING TOUR

Megas Birding Tour in Northern Peru: Rare Birds, Diverse Habitats, and Unbeatable Value The most focused Northern Peru b...

Trip Type: Birding

17 Days

From: USD 4600

NORTHERN ENDEMIC TOUR: Tumbesian, Pacific, Marañónic & Andean Slopes

NORTHERN ENDEMIC TOUR: The Ultimate Birding Tour for Hardcore Listers This specific Peru birding tour is designed for ex...

Trip Type: Birding

14 Days

From: USD 3990

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Join our specialized tours to uncover Peru’s finest – bird watching journeys, nature explorations, and wildlife photography experiences.

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Why Birdwatching in peru?

Peru is a top birdwatching destination due to its diverse landscapes, from the Amazon rainforest to the Andes, offering birdwatchers an unparalleled experience. With over 1,875 bird species, including many endemic and rare birds, Peru’s birding tours provide unique opportunities to observe incredible biodiversity in stunning natural reserves. Our expertly guided birdwatching tours in Peru are crafted to maximize sightings and provide an immersive experience in some of the world’s richest ecosystems, making Peru an ideal choice for birdwatching enthusiasts.

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Best Bird Watching Destinations

Discover Peru’s Best Bird Watching Locations – Unforgettable Destinations for Bird Lovers
Northern Peru Birding
Tumbes, Abra Patricia, Alto Mayo, Marañón Valley & Pomac Forest
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Southern Peru Birding
Manu National Park, Machu Picchu, Tambopata, Paracas Reserve & Pucusana
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Central Peru Birding
Lima, Santa Eulalia Valley, Lake Junín, Lomas de Lachay & Pantanos de Villa
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Safety First

Our WFR-Certified Birding Experts

Traveling in Peru is exhilarating, but high-altitude and biodiverse environments come with risks you may not expect. Our birdwatching and nature tours take place in areas where exposure to bites, stings, allergic reactions, hypoxia, or injuries is possible. While prevention is our top priority, our certified Wilderness First Responder (WFR) guides are fully trained to provide emergency field care and, in extreme cases, make the right evacuation decisions. Your safety is paramount on every birding and wildlife tour, setting us apart in the industry

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Explore our blog for birdwatching tips, trip reports, species highlights, and insights into Peru’s top birding spots.

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Trip Report

BIRDING IN PERU - NORTHERN TRIP REPORT (April 2025)

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BIRDWATCHING IN ABRA PATRICIA - Northern Peru

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BIRDING TOUR IN NORTHERN PERU - TRIP REPORT July 2024

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BIRDWATCHING IN MANU ROAD

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BIRDING IN ABRA MALAGA

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Alexandra H
Alexandra H
@alexandrah976
Amazing experience! We had an incredible experience with Manakin Expeditions. We were staying in the Sacred Valley and wanted to see some cloud forest birds, so we took a day tour to Abra Malaga. Miguel, who helped us set up the tour, was incredibly helpful. Danny Vargas, our guide, was an expert ornithologist, a conservationist, and a source of knowledge about the Sacred Valley and its surrounds. The tour was both extremely professional and very personalized, and we learned about the birds (and even picked up some birding techniques), the history, and the biology of the area. Our box lunches were delicious, our driver was friendly and professional - just an amazing experience with an extremely professional operation. I would recommend Manakin Expeditions to anyone travelling to the Cusco area or beyond, for any reason, but particularly for those wanting to spot some of Peru's amazing birds.
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CtheworldCtheworld
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Amazing birding adventure with guide from Manakin Expeditions Apr 2024 • Couples We were whisked away from Cusco with Danny a few years back for an epic birding adventure prior to the formation of Manakin. I recall that he would hear a bird and identify it while driving, without even seeing the species. We spent time viewing the Cock of the Rock and then we spent almost a week in Manu, exploring the vast and magnificent untouched beauty. We were quite remote and we had the most wonderful time. Danny led a wildlife count each evening accompanied by photos, we played games, ate wonderful food, and basked in the wildness and remoteness of the area. We also stopped in many highland areas to view hummingbirds and ruins. We saw many species of monkeys, saki, tamarin, capuchin troops, spider, woolly monkey (left me breathless), sloth, tapir, caimans, hoatzin, and too many birds to mention. This was one of the most memorable trips I have been on, and I would book time with Danny again in an instant. I always felt safe and he is extremely knowledgeable about all creatures great and small.
christopherjoel
christopherjoel
@christopherjoel
Amazing birding adventure with guide from Manakin Expeditions. We met Danny Vargas at our beautiful hotel in Cuzco to embark on a trip to the Manu Wilderness Lodge. On the way, Danny had the driver stop several times to see rare birds and we saw a beautiful troop of wooly monkeys. I'm a serious birder and I studied my field guide, "Birds of Peru," for at least a year prior to the trip but Danny proved to be highly competent. I quit keeping notes when I discovered how good Danny was about putting together a list of sightings each evening from memory. We saw the much sought after Andean cock-of-the-rock and Vanessa, a mostly wild tapir. We soon came to share his love of what I call chicken restaurants where chickens come in until the owner chases them out. They're great places to have indigenous Peruvian food. I've had excellent birding guides all over the world and Danny was one of the greatest of the great. I got 176 life birds on my life list, due in no small part to Danny's competence as a birder.
James P
James P
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Professional, dedicated, and completely customizable! Danny and the team at Manakin Expeditions are professional and beyond comparison in terms of their ability to create customized tours to suit your individual interests. I took a 16-day tour with Danny that was specifically catered to tracking down an extensive list of target bird species throughout northern Peru, and he put together an amazing itinerary that allowed us to see nearly every bird on my list! His expertise in the field and knowledge on local spots is unparalleled, and his dedication and patience for tracking down even the most elusive birds for a client is impressive. I'm a fairly experienced birder that has had many bird guides around the world and Danny is among the best I've had. The drivers we had were also professional and very friendly. The accommodations and food were great and were picked based on my budget. If you are looking for someone who will go above and beyond to give you a customized experience rather than just a one-size-fits-all bird tour, this is absolutely the company to do it with.
Steven Lawless
Steven Lawless
@U2352AOstevenl
Great Day at Abra Malaga. I spent an entire day with Danny from Manakin Expeditions. We went to Abra Malaga and had a great day of birding. We saw spectacular vistas and over 31 species. Food was provided which was a nice unexpected surprise. Danny is personable, reliable and knows where to go to find the birds. I wouldn't hesitate to use him again.
Janan A
Janan A
@NaNaOakland
Birding & cultural tour in Peru. Danny is so knowledgeable, engaging, caring, and patient. With Danny's guidance, my birding & photography skills improved. It was the trip of a lifetime. We got to experience diverse ecosystems and encounter rare species that are a part of the delicate web of life specific to each region. We also got to see historic cultural sites, meet artisans and craftspeople, and tour the salt spring and learn about the community. I highly recommend Danny as a guide and trip leader! Food was provided which was a nice unexpected surprise. Danny is personable, reliable and knows where to go to find the birds. I wouldn't hesitate to use him again.
Alberto
Local Guide
I recently had the incredible opportunity to visit northern Peru thanks to the expert guidance of Manakin Expeditions. This trip was everything I had hoped for and more! I was able to check off so many lifers from my list, including some of the most sought-after species. Among the highlights were the stunning Marvelous Spatuletail, one of the most unique hummingbirds I’ve ever seen, and several other endemic species that made this trip truly unforgettable. If you're a serious birder looking to expand your list and experience Peru's rich ecosystems, I highly recommend booking with Dannny. They know their birds, and they certainly know how to deliver an exceptional birding adventure!
Alexandra Heatwole
Manakin Expeditions is an incredible operation. Miguel and Danny are knowledgeable and accommodating. Our tour with Danny was a revelation; he is a true birding expert and a conservationist. We learned so much and saw some incredible sights along the way. Anyone booking with Manakin will have an amazing experience.
Moses M
Amazing Birdwatching Tour at Machu Picchu! I recently went on a birdwatching tour at Machu Picchu with Manakin Expeditions, and it was an incredible experience! The organization was flawless, and the guides were extremely knowledgeable and enthusiastic about birdlife. We were able to spot a variety of bird species, including some rare and beautiful ones. The backdrop of Machu Picchu made the experience even more magical. The guides shared fascinating insights about the birds and the unique environment of this iconic location.
Ruben
Local Guide
Our trip to Manu was unforgettable. From the moment we reached out, their responsiveness and attention to detail stood out. We spent five wonderful days in Cusco and then head to Manu, guided by Miguel and Danny. They were attentive to our interests and customized our itinerary, making sure we experienced everything to the fullest. Their dedication truly enhanced our visit.
Iryna VV
Local Guide
Our recent birding and cultural tour in Peru was absolutely unforgettable! We started with birdwatching in the lush cloud forests of Abra Malaga, where we spotted a dazzling array of endemic species, thanks to the sharp eyes and expertise of our guide. We then immersed ourselves in Peruvian history with a visit to Machu Picchu, guided by incredibly knowledgeable cultural experts who shared fascinating insights about the Inca civilization. Each day was a perfect blend of nature and heritage, from the scenic Sacred Valley to the vibrant wildlife of the Amazon. The team’s professionalism and passion for Peru made this a truly enriching journey
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