A description of the tour
We like to begin as early as 6:00 a.m. to catch the birds when they are at their most active. Generally we let the first to book on a given date choose the start time for that day. The walk is mostly flat and requires you to be on your feet for four or five hours. It begins in Aguas Calientes on the access road to Machu Picchu (20+min.), there it turns off onto a path along the railroad tracks, which we follow for the rest of the morning. We often end up at the Mandor Reserve, where we have the option to enter and visit the waterfall. Mandor was also, incidentally, Highram Bingham's base for his exploration of Machu Picchu. If you feel for any reason that you are not suited to a mixed group, or would like to do things differently than the standard tour, we can arrange for a private guide for the day.
Bring
Water, comfortable walking shoes, a light weight long sleeved shirt, long pants, and a hat for the sun. You should also bring your rain jacket. We include rain ponchos for those that need them. You'll be back in Aguas Calientes in plenty of time for lunch.
Included
High quality 8x42 binoculars if you need them, an English-speaking bird guide, and a rain poncho.
Machu Picchu Birdwatching Prices*
- $35 US per person (2 person minimum)
- $45 US single person (if more sign up we will only charge $35)
- $110 US private guide for the full day
*We accept US dollars or Peruvian soles
