Events

Check out the various Birdwatching options in our Events Calendar

September 25, 2026
4 day/s duration
Activities: Birdwatching Tours
October 21, 2026
2 day/s duration
Activities: Birdwatching Tours
October 30, 2026
4 day/s duration
Activities: Birdwatching Tours

Richness and Diversity

Recorded Species: 242 species • Atlantic Forest Endemism: 75 species (31%) • Endemism by Groups: Woodcreepers (72%), Toucans & Toucanets (50%), Hummingbirds (41%), Tanagers (38%), Woodpeckers (25%), and Raptors/Owls (17%) • Strictly Brazil Endemics: 22 species (9%) • Migrations: 24 species (10%) with a focus on altitudinal migration.

BIRDWATCHING ALTOS DE LUMIAR

A Birdwatcher's Paradise

by POUSADA RURAL ALTOS DE LUMIAR

Nestled in the Heart of the Atlantic Forest

Birdwatching Altos de Lumiar spans 75 hectares (approximately 186 acres) ande provides a complete experience for both seasoned and beginner birdwatchers.

Whether you are an experienced birdwatcher or a beginner, the birding spectacle and connection with nature at Birdwatching Altos de Lumiar will be unforgettable. 

Join us for a unique experience and immerse yourself in the captivating word of birdwatching.

A Complete Birdwatching Experience

Rare and stunning species such as the Banana Araçari, the Red-breasted Araçari, the Black-throated Tanager, the Seven-colored Tanager, the Black-capped Hawk and the Black Owl coexist with equally charming birds such as the Black-crowned Sunbird, the Araponga, the Red-fronted Parakeet, the Gray Hummingbird, the Varied Bushbuck, the Matracão and the Juruva.

For the more experienced, species such as the Black-throated Tovaca and the Crooked-billed Woodcreeper complete the spectacle.

Our team

The operational excellence and unique experience at Altos de Lumiar Birding Lodge are underpinned by a team that combines executive vision, scientific expertise, environmental awareness, and the highest standards of hospitality. Leadership and Local Experts.

Location

The Macaé de Cima Environmental Protection Area (APA) covers an area of ​​35,038 hectares (86,580 acres), and is located in the southern part of Nova Friburgo municipality and partly in the northern region of Casimiro de Abreu.

It is located in the Macaé River basin and the RJ-142 highway between the cities of Nova Friburgo and Casimiro de Abreu passes through the APA along the Macaé River.

Bird Refuge (Guesthouse)

Guided Tours and Cozy Accommodations

Accommodation is another strong point. The Pousada offers cozy and comfortable rooms, while the chalets at Recanto das Aves and Ninho das Aves offer practicality, comfort and proximity to the observation routes.

Commitment to Sustainability, Conservation and Restoration

Sustainability is a central premise of the project, fully compatible with bird watching activities.