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MANU TOUR PHOTOGRAFY 7D/6D

In 1973, Manu National Park was established as a Natural Protected Area. Later, in 1977, UNESCO designated it as a Biosphere Reserve, in addition to the territories destined for colonization that bordered the Park and the Manu Reserved Zone. Ten years after its recognition as such, Manu National Park was declared a World Natural Heritage Site because of its extraordinary universal value.

Manu National Park, located in the departments of Cusco and Madre de Dios, protects one of the most important ecoregions of the country and an area of megadiversity; it is perhaps the most biologically diverse park on the planet. It is one of the few territorial spaces that range from frigid highlands, which exceed 4,000 m.a.s.l., steep forested mountains that give rise to a multitude of small streams and valleys, to cloud forests of high jungle, low jungle, through the Amazon plain.

Manu National Park is an area privileged by nature, which is home to more than 1025 species of birds, representing 25% of the total number of birds in America and 10% of the world’s birds, including more than 50 species of hummingbirds. 

For all these reasons and richness that Manu National Park offers us, as Peru Nature Photography, we have designed a tour specialized in photography and birdwatching inside the Cultural Zone. This program is designed for those who enjoy and develop professional and non-professional photography and who wish to enjoy the biodiversity reflected in the most vivid colors of nature and birds in a variety of unique ecological zones.

Throughout your journey, we will provide you with the ultimate care! we’ll arrange all transportation and accommodations, as provide you with delicious meals throughout your trip. Eco Andes Trekking promises a trip like no other. We look forward to greeting you!

You are about to embark upon the most epic adventure that covers the most diverse highlights of Peru!

Eco Andes Trekking is highly recommended by TripAdvisor. Join hundreds of happy trekkers who have experienced the adventure of a lifetime!

ITINERARY

Day 1: Cusco - wayqecha biological station

Early in the morning (around 5:00 a.m.), we will head towards the colonial town of Paucartambo, arriving after approximately two hours. We will make a short stop for breakfast before continuing to the Acjanacu Pass (3,800 m.a.s.l.), where we will pause to explore the area and take some photos. This pass serves as the main entrance to Manu National Park.

We will then continue for another 20 minutes until we reach the Wayqecha Biological Station. There, we will begin our photography activities, searching for the following hummingbirds and bird species:

  • Rufous-capped Thornbill
  • Sword-billied hummingbird
  • Sparkling Violetear

    • White-bellied Woodstar
    • Lesser Violetear
    • Chestnut-breasted Coronet
    • Long-tailed Sylph
    • Scaled Metaltail
    • Shining Sunbeam
    • Cuzco Starfrontlet (endemic)
    • Tyriant Metaltail
    • Collared Inca
    • Amethyst-throated Sunangel
    • Chestnut-breasted Coronet
    • Pearled Treerunner
    • Blue-backed Conebill
    • Rufous-breasted Chat-Tyrant
    • Rust-and-yellow Tanager
    • Andean Guan
    • Urubamba Antpitta (endemic)
    • Red and white Antpitta (endemic)
    • Leymebamba Antpitta
    • Hooded Mountain Tanager
    • Blue-capped Tanager
    • Grass-green Tanager
    • Scarlet-bellied Mountain Tanager (feiry bellied)
    • Golden-collared Tanager
    • Masked Flowerpiercer
    • Gray-breasted Mountain-Toucan
    • Yungas Pigmy Owl
    • Puna Thistletail
    • Black-face Brushfinch

     

    We will have lunch and dinner at the lodge (we may include some owls depending on the weather).

DAY 2: Wayqecha Biological Station - San Pedro Paradise Lodge

Early in the morning, before breakfast, we will start our activities at the feeder taking advantage of the first light of the day, looking for some bird species and hummingbirds to improve ours pictures.

After breakfast, we will head to San Pedro Lodge. Along the way, we may stop at another feeder to photograph some tanager and other birds.

In the afternoon, we will visit the Andean Cock of the Rock lek.

Overnight at San Pedro Paradise Lodge

We may photograph birds like:

  • Andean Guan
  • Speckled Hummingbird
  • Bronzy Inca
  • Rufous-booted Racket-tail
  • Violet-fronted Brilliant
  • White-bellied Woodstar
  • Azara’s Spinetail
  • Bolivian Tyrannulet
  • Tropical Kingbird
  • Gray-breasted Wood-Wren
  • Blue-naped Chlorophonia
  • Orange-bellied Euphonia
  • Three-striped Warbler
  • Slate-throated Redstart
  • Black-backed Grosbeak
  • Black-eared Hemispingus
  • White-lined Tanager
  • Silver-beaked Tanager
  • Blue-capped Tanager
  • Blue-gray Tanager (White-edged)
  • Spotted Tanager
  • Golden-naped Tanager
  • Blue-necked Tanager
  • Saffron-crowned Tanager
  • Golden-collared Honeycreeper
  • Buff-throated Saltator

DAY 3: San Pedro Paradise Lodge

In the morning, before breakfast, we go to spot Andean Cock of the Rock in the famous lek of San Pedro (A lek is a grouping of males that gather to engage in competitive displays that may attract visiting females who are investigating potential mating partners) to photograph those amazing birds, consider as a national birds of Peru. Then to back to the lodge for breakfast. After breakfast set up our equipment into the lodge and photograph birds in its feeder.

We may photograph birds like:

  • Green Hermit
  • Peruvian Piedtail
  • Speckled Hummingbird
  • Buff-thighed Puffleg
  • Booted Racket-tail
  • Violet-fronted Brillant
  • Wire-crested Thorntail
  • Versicolored Barbet
  • Andean Cock of the Rock
  • Orange-bellied Euphonia
  • Blue-capped Tanager
  • Blue-neck Tanager
  • Paradise Tanager
  • Golden-eared Tanager
  • Golden Tanager
  • Green-fronted Lancebill
  • Lesser Violetear
  • Sparkling Violetear
  • Bronzy Inca
  • Long-tailed Sylph and more.

Monkeys, like:

  • Woolly monkeys
  • Spider monkeys
  • Squirrell monkey, and others.

 

Lunch at the lodge and then we can spend time at its feeder to improve our photos.

Then we will drive to Pilcopata town.

DAY 4: San Pedro - Pico de Hoz Hummingbirds Feeder

Early in the morning, after breakfast, we head to the Pico de Hoz Feeder. Once there, we will organize everything to begin our birding day, having the opportunity to spot and photograph the most spectacular hummingbird in the entire area, such as:

  • White-necked Jacobin
  • Fork-tailed Wood nymph
  • Rufous-crested Coquette
  • Amethyst Woodstar
  • Gray-breasted Sabrewing
  • Sapphire-spangled Emerald
  • Many-spotted Hummingbird
  • Long-billed Starthroat
  • Bluish-fronted Jacamar
  • Golden-tail Sapphire
  • Reddish Hermit
  • White-bearded Hermit
  • Blue-tail Emerald
  • Rufous-breasted Hermit
  • Great-billed Hermit
  • Bluish-fronted Jacamar
  • Black-faced Antthrush
  • White-browed Hermit
  • Great Antshrike
  • White-browed antbird
  • Scarlet-hooded Barbet
  • Magpie Tanager
  • Amazonian Antpitta
  • Speckle Chachalaca
  • King Vulture
  • Rufous-capped Nunlet
  • Red-billed Scythebill
  • Antboo Antshrike
  • Crested Oropendola
  • Great Antshrike and much more.

 

During the day, we will enjoy a lunch in the lodge site.

At the end of our activities, we will return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

DAY 5: Pico de Oz – Inkamazonia Hummingbirds Garden

After breakfast we will head towards this point with the objective to spot other different species of hummingbirds not seen before, such as:

  • Koepcke’s Hermit (endemic)
  • Buff-tailed Sicklebill
  • Pale-tailed Barbthroat
  • Green Hermit
  • Blue-fronted Lancebill
  • Gould’s Jewelfront
  • Black-throated Mango
  • Reddish Hermit
  • White-bearded Hermit
  • Blue-tail Emerald
  • Rufous-breasted Hermit
  • Reddish Hermit
  • Great-billed Hermit
  • Bluish-fronted Jacamar
  • White-browed Hermit
  • White-necked Jacobin
  • Fork-tailed Wood nymph
  • Rufous-crested Coquette
  • Amethyst Woodstar
  • Gray-breasted Sabrewing
  • Sapphire-spangled Emerald
  • Many-spotted Hummingbird
  • Long-billed Starthroat
  • Many-spotted Hummingbird
  • Golden-tail Sapphire
  • Violet-headed Hummingbird

Like the previous feeder, this is a new entrepreneurship, being one of the hotspots for photographers and birdwatchers.

We will have lunch in the feeder area.

At the end of our activities, we will return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

DAY 6: Pico de Oz – Endemic Stations Chontachaca Lodge

After breakfast we drive in direction to Chontachaca stations with the idea to spot other different species of hummingbirds and hermits not seen before, like:

  • Buff-tailed Sicklebill
  • Pale-tailed Barbthroat
  • Green Hermit
  • Gould’s Jewelfront
  • White-bearded Hermit
  • Blue-tail Emerald
  • Rufous-breasted Hermit
  • Great-billed Hermit
  • White-browed Hermit
  • White-necked Jacobin
  • Fork-tailed Wood nymph
  • Rufous-crested Coquette
  • Amethyst Woodstar
  • Gray-breasted Sabrewing
  • Sapphire-spangled Emerald
  • Many-spotted Hummingbird
  • Golden-tail Sapphire
  • Violet-headed Hummingbird

 

DAY 7: Endemic Stations Chontachaca Lodge - Cusco

In the morning breakfast at the lodge, some free time to explore around the lodge and drive in direction to Cusco. Along the way, we will make stops at different point to observe some other birds we didn’t see before.

INCLUDED:

  • Professional licensed guide fluent in English and Spanish.
  • Ground transportation
  • Admissions fees for the Lima tour and Amazon experience
  • Admission fees to all the archeological sites in the Sacred Valley tour
  • Train from Ollantaytambo to KM 104
  • Bus ticket from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes on day 7. Round trip bus ticket from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu on day 8
  • Expedition return train from Aguas Calientes to either Ollantaytambo or to Poroy
  • Transport by private van from Ollantaytambo or Poroy train station to Cusco
  • Admission Ticket to the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu Archaeological site
  • 4 lunches;  1 box lunch on the Short Inca Trail
  • 1 dinner in Aguas Calientes
  • 10 breakfasts (at all hotels)
  • 2 nights accommodation in a nice and confortable hotel in Lima city (double occupancy)
  • 2 nights accommodation at a EcoLodge in the Amazon (double occupancy)
  • 4 nights accommodation in a nice and confortable hotel in Cusco city (double occupancy)
  • 1 night accommodation in a nice and confortable hotel in Ollantaytambo (double occupancy)
  • 1 night accommodation in a nice and confortable hotel in Cusco Aguas Calientes (double occupancy)
  • Private guided walking tour of Machu Picchu
  • First-aid kit including emergency oxygen tank for all tours

NOT Included:

  • Flights/airfare
  • Huayna Picchu Mountain permit (this ticket can be purchased for an extra USD $75 per person)
  • Meals (unless otherwise specified)
  • Airport taxes
  • Tips (see our guidelines)
  • Travel Insurance (highly recommended)

PRICES & ADD-ONS

Group: USD $2200 per person
Private: USD $2300 per person

What to bring:

  • Original passport (if you have acquired a new one after you made your booking, bring both)
  • Down or synthetic feather sleeping bag (can be rented from us)
  • Trekking boots, warm fleece jacket, a few t-shirts, socks, sun hat, warm underwear, light long pants, gloves, rain jacket
  • Toiletries (toilet paper, wet wipes, personal towel)
  • Sunscreen SPF 35+ recommended
  • Head lamp
  • Sunglasses
  • Camera with spare batteries (batteries run down faster at high altitudes)
  • Binoculars
  • Book to read (you will have some spare time)
  • Trekking poles (recommended especially for the steep descents, can be rented from us)
  • Insect repellent

PRICE PER PERSON IN USD:

Group: $2200 per person

Private: $2300 per person

DURATION:

7Days / 6Night

AVAILABLE ADD-ONS

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WHY WE'RE DIFFERENT

Your Full Satisfaction or Your Money Back

We understand planning a big trip like ours at EAT takes a lot of trust, and we’re here to make sure that trust pays off from the moment you book to the day your adventure wraps up. We’re fully committed to making your experience unforgettable. If something doesn’t go as planned—whether it’s an issue with the service or something unexpected along the way—we’ll step in to fix it.

That even includes offering a refund if needed so you can book with total peace of mind.

Your Peruvian adventure means the world to us, and we’ll go the extra mile to make sure it not only meets but exceeds your expectations. With our satisfaction guarantee, you can relax and focus on taking in all the incredible beauty and culture Peru has to offer.

We Help You Experience Peru Through The Eyes of a Local

We’re 100% locally owned and operated, with guides, porters, and chefs who grew up in the Cusco region. Fluent in Spanish, English, and Quechua, our team brings unmatched cultural and historical knowledge to share with you. Traveling with us means gaining insight into Peru’s traditions, landscapes, and stories from those who know them best.

We Work With Professional Guides Who Provide Exceptional Service

Our guides are the best of the best. Truly skilled experts with at least 5 years of experience, every guide we employ is ready to share their expertise on Peru’s trails, culture, and history. Our porters are no exception. They work hard to make your journey one for the books, while our chefs will prepare you delicious meals along the way. With a 99% recommendation rate, we’re dedicated to making every detail of your trip unforgettable.

We’re Committed to Our Team

Our porters and horsemen are easily the backbone of every trek. That’s why we are fully committed to prioritizing their well-being. We ensure they’re paid above-average wages—higher than those offered by most tour companies—recognizing their hard work and dedication to the team. Beyond fair pay, we truly care for their well-being, providing proper gear, meals, and working conditions so they’re not just safe but comfortable, too.

We Look Out for Our Community

A portion of every trek we sell supports local projects, like helping fund a much-needed school roof in Sacsayhuaman, where many of our team live. For years, children in the area had no nearby school and faced grueling four-hour walks in harsh conditions to get an education. Today, thanks to these contributions, they have a local school, and we continue to donate to its upkeep—because making an impact goes beyond the trek.

We Customize Our Adventures to Suit Your Travel Style

We want every trip to feel like it was made just for you. Whether you’re keen on hiking the famous Inca Trail, exploring lesser-known spots in the Sacred Valley, or tackling our one-of-a-kind Ancashcocha + Inca Trail trek, we’ll plan your adventure to fit your travel style. To keep things personal, we keep group sizes small—and if your group is larger than eight, we’ll bring in an extra guide so no one misses out on the experience.

We Travel with Purpose – Serving the Women, Children, & Men of Peru

Every journey with us has a ripple effect. Your adventure supports ethical tourism, fair wages for porters, and opportunities for female trekkers–many of whom are breaking barriers on the Inca Trail–and children. We’re passionate about creating opportunities for local children to grow up healthy and learn about everything their heart desires. Through initiatives like repairing schools, donating educational materials, and funding projects, we make it a mission to build a brighter future for kids in the Cusco region. Every trek you take with us contributes to this mission. When you book with us, you’re not just exploring Peru; you’re investing in it and setting a standard for all other tourism companies and tourists.

Our Reputation is Built on Trust

Year after year, Eco Andes Trekking has earned top ratings on TripAdvisor and the prestigious Certificate of Excellence. We’ve worked hard for these awards and are proud to see our hard work recognized. Even prouder to know our travelers leave with unforgettable memories and stories worth sharing.

We Travel Sustainably & Responsibly

Peru’s landscapes are magnificent. That’s why we work so hard to protect them. We prioritize sustainable traveling by working with our local communities and employing indigenous guides––thus promoting economic empowerment and preserving cultural heritage. Along the journey, we’ll always encourage travelers to embrace responsible practices as advocates for the environment.