Lagunas de Mejia National Bird Sanctuary

Lagunas de Mejia National Bird Sanctuary is located on the southern coast of Peru, in the region of Arequipa. It has an elevation of 3.5 meters above sea level, and comprises a series of lagoons and wetlands. This is an ideal destination for birdwatching.  

Mejia Lagoon National Sanctuary starts at 6:30AM, at this time you will be pick up from the hotel located in Arequipa city by private transportation.

We take the Panamericana highway to southwest of Arequipa, we will drive for around 2 hours until arrive to Matarani, the major port on the southern coast of Peru.

Matarani port has the greatest fishing potential in Peru’s South working with artisanal fishermen.

Then we will continue arrive to Mejia Lagoons, where is located the national bird sanctuary, here we will find map of the each protected area and detailed information about each lagoon.

Afterwards we will hike along the sanctuary trails for watching the flora and fauna; also we will have time for enjoying Mejia beach.

Departure to Mollendo, the most popular beach in Arequipa, this important coastal city, has a lot of tradition and history, and boasts a beautiful building facing the sea “El Castillo Forga”, after taking pictures we will go into a local restaurant for tasting the delicious ceviche.

Departure to Arequipa and transfer to the hotel.

• Transportation
• Private English speaking guide
• Entrance Fee
• Snacks

• Drinks
• Tips
• Breakfast and lunch