Atlantic Rainforest

A birding expedition through the Atlantic Forest of Southeast Brazil, exploring Serra da Canastra, Intervales, Itatiaia, and Ubatuba. Discover one of the world’s most biodiverse ecosystems and spot over 400 bird species, including the rare Brazilian Merganser, colorful tanagers, hummingbirds, and manakins.

Tour Highlights

• Explore the Serra da Canastra National Park, home of the endangered Brazilian Merganser.
• Birdwatch in Intervales State Park, a hotspot for trogons, fruitcrows, and piping-guans.
• Discover Itatiaia National Park’s mix of highland and forest species.
• Observe hummingbirds and colorful tanagers in Ubatuba, on the Atlantic coast.
• Travel through diverse habitats with over 400 possible bird species.

Tour Itinerary

Day 1 : Arrival in Sao Paulo – Transfer to Serra da Canastra

Arrival at Guarulhos International Airport and transfer (approx. 6h30m) to Serra da Canastra National Park. 

 

Day 2 - 4 : Serra da Canastra National Park

Full days of birdwatching in the park. Possible highlights include Cock-tailed Tyrant, Brazilian Merganser, Sharp-tailed Tyrant, Crested Black-Tyrant, Blue Finch, and White-rumped Tanager.

Day 5 : Serra da Canastra to Intervales State Park

After breakfast, we leave for Intervales State Park. (6h15m).

Day 6 - 8: Intervales State Park

Three days of birding in pristine forest. Target species: Spot-winged Wood-Quail, Black-fronted Piping-Guan, Hooded Berryeater, Red-ruffed Fruitcrow, Dusky-throated Hermit, and Oustalet's Tyrannulet.

Day 9 : Intervales to Itatiaia National Park

After breakfast, we leave for Itatiaia National Park. (6h15m).

Day 10 - 11 : Itatiaia National Park and transfer to Ubatuba

Two days birding in Itatiaia. Key species: Green-headed Tanager, Magpie Tanager, Brazilian Ruby, Sayaca Tanager, Gray-headed Tody-Flycatcher, Red-rumped Cacique, Violet-capped Woodnymph, Blue Dacnis, Green-crowned Plovercrest , Swallow-tailed Manakin.

Afternoon of Day 11 transfer to Ubatuba (3h10m).

Day 11 - 12 : Ubatuba

Arrive late Day 11. Full day birding in Ubatuba: Red-necked Tanager, Festive Coquette, Black-throated Mango, Saw-billed Hermit, Violaceous Euphonia, White-chinned Sapphire , White-bearded Manakin, Pin-tailed Manakin, Green Honeycreeper, Chestnut-bellied Euphonia.

Day 13 : Departure

Check in after breakfast and transfer to GRU Airport Guarulhos SP (2h30m).

What’s Included / Not Included​

Included:

• Accommodation in eco-lodges and hotels
• All meals during the tour
• Expert bilingual birding guide
• Private transportation
• Entrance fees to reserves

Not Included:

• International flights to and from Peru.
• Domestic flights (if required outside the itinerary).
• Personal expenses
• Alcoholic beverages
• Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary.

Tour Calendar

Tour Guides: José Antonio Padilla Reyes

Dates:

• From March 10 to March 19

• From June 5 to June 14

• From September 12 to September 21

• From November 3 to November 12

Notes: Each tour operates with a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 6 participants.

Notes:

• Spaces Available

• Few Spaces Left

• Fully Booked

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