BIRDING THE SACRED VALLEY OF THE INKAS
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Trip Outline
Experience the wonder of Sacred Valley, where ancient history and stunning natural beauty collide in a breathtaking display of culture and wildlife. Take a one-day tour that highlights the best of both worlds, as you explore the incredible Inkas architecture of Pisaq and Ollantaytambo, while also witnessing the incredible diversity of bird life in Ensifera. The panoramic views of the Sacred Valley will leave you in awe, as you witness the majesty of this stunning region that was once the favorite site of the Inkas in the XIV century.
As you explore the beautiful Inka temples, you will also be surrounded by an incredible diversity of bird life, with hummingbirds taking center stage in Ensifera. Capture stunning photographs of these beautiful creatures as they flutter among the flowers and vegetation of the area, showcasing their stunning colors and unique personalities.
For those with a passion for ancient history, culture, birding and bird photography, this one-day tour is the perfect way to experience the best of both worlds. Come and explore the stunning Sacred Valley of the Inkas, and discover the incredible diversity of bird life that calls this region home.
Itinerary
Full Day
The places are stunning here, Pisaq is an exquisite Inka construction where the terracing area highligts and the megalitic Ollantaytambo shows the best of the engineering and architecture. We may spend some time in an optional visit to the famous Inka market. The possibilities here are: Bearded Montaneer(Endemic) and Rusty-Fronted Canastero(Endemic), Chestnut-Breasted Mountain-Finch (Endemic). The open views rewards with Mountain Caracara, Black-chested Buzzard-eagle, Black-Backed Grossbeak, Golden-Billed Saltator, among many others. We include also a visit to the Ensifera Camp, where a local familly keeps a garden with feeders and native flowers where we can spot and photograph easily beauties such as Sword-billed Hummingbird, Green-and-White Hummingbird (Endemic), White-bellied Hummingbird, White-Tufted Sunbeam(E), Chestnut-breasted Mountain-Finch(E), White-Bellied Woodstar among many others.
