Small-Group Cajamarca-El Molino Extension
A small-group Cajamarca-to-Trujillo extension for Purple-backed Sunbeam and Russet-bellied Spinetail, combining El Molino Valley with Sinsicap.
About this tour
This small-group extension links Cajamarca with the El Molino Valley and the coast at Trujillo. The itinerary begins with the final night of the main tour in Cajamarca, then travels south toward Huaycucha with birding stops. The following morning descends into El Molino for focused field time before returning to Huaycucha.
An early departure for Trujillo uses Sinsicap as the final birding stop before the evening flight to Lima. Purple-backed Sunbeam at El Molino and Russet-bellied Spinetail around Sinsicap are the two principal targets, with Great Spinetail also mentioned along the approach. The estimated total is 50-75 species, and none of the focal birds is guaranteed.
Pace is easy and difficulty easy to moderate, with long drives and a narrow switchback road into El Molino. April through October is the recommended period. Send an inquiry through BirdWatch to discuss duration, connections, availability and final pricing.
Planning a wider trip? Read our birdwatching guide to Peru.
Itinerary
Day 1
End of regular tour in Cajamarca
The main tour finishes in Cajamarca. Stay overnight in Cajamarca. Tonight's stay is at a hotel in Cajamarca.
Day 2
Travel to Huaycucha
Make the onward journey to Huaycucha with birdwatching stops along the way. The day finishes with accommodation at a hotel in Huaycucha.
Day 3
Drive to El Molino
Open the day with time to make the drive to El Molino. Allocate much of the day to birdwatching at El Molino valley. Later in the afternoon, return to Huaycucha. Overnight at a hotel in Huaycucha.
Day 4
Depart early for Trujillo with birding
Set out early for Trujillo with birdwatching at Sinsicap along the way. The final session takes place in the evening, when the plan is to take a flight to Lima. The tour concludes at Lima airport.
Day 5
Arrival in home
Complete the return journey home.
Locations & map
- Lima - Peru
Availability & pricing
Availability: Available on request · Season: April-October
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