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Description
Manu Road offers one of the most remarkable birding experiences in South America because it allows birders to explore a continuous gradient of habitats along the eastern slope of the Andes. Over a distance of just 100 km, the road descends from windswept puna grasslands at 3,500 meters to lush lowland rainforests at 400 meters. As the road descends from high Andean grasslands into elfin forest, cloud forest, and finally the Amazon foothills, each elevation reveals its own distinct bird communities. This diversity of habitats creates excellent opportunities to observe a wide range of species within relatively short distances.
Among the most sought-after birds along the route are the spectacular Andean Cock-of-the-rock, Peru’s national bird, as well as species such as White-throated Antpitta, Blue-banded Toucanet, Amethyst-throated Sunangel, Golden-plumed Parakeet, and Versicolored Barbet. Mixed flocks of colorful tanagers, numerous hummingbirds, and a variety of forest specialists can be encountered throughout the cloud forest and foothill sections. The constantly changing landscape, combined with the exceptional bird diversity, makes every stretch of Manu Road rewarding and full of surprises for birdwatchers.
Details
Access
From Cusco drive east over Acjanaco Pass and descend toward Pilcopata. Best explored slowly by car over several days, stopping at key elevations along the road. Press a P on the map for directions.
Terrain and Habitat
Forest , Mountain , Valley , RiverConditions
Hilly , Rocky , Open landscapeCircular trail
NoIs a telescope useful?
Can be usefulGood birding season
All year roundRoute
Paved roadDifficulty walking trail
EasyAccessible by
Foot , CarBirdwatching hide / platform
NoLinks
- Suggested 7-Day Birding Itinerary for Manu Road
- Manu Road Birdwatching Guide
- Wayqecha Lodge – Manu Road
- Cock-of-the-Rock Lodge
- Ebird hotspot Carretera a Manú - Rocotal
- Ebirds hotspot Carretera a Manú - Tanager Corner a Thousand-meter Bridge
- Ebird hotspot Cock-of-the-Rock Lodge & Manu Paradise Lodge
- Ebird hotspot Carretera a Manú - Mirador
- Ebird hotspot Manu Biolodge
- Ebird hotspot Wayqecha Cloud Forest Biological Station