Embark on a 6-day shared tour in Manu Reserved Zone, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Peru. Explore the diverse flora and fauna of this protected area, home to over 800 bird species and 200 mammals.
Cusco – Pilcopata Lodge
Chullpas de Ninamarca - Our journey starts in Cusco, boarding a private bus and first visiting the ancient Ninamarca burial towers.
Paucartambo - Next, we wind through the mountains to reach Paucartambo, a town rich in folklore and tradition.
Tres Cruces - After a brief stroll there, we head to Tres Cruces, the highest peak and the gateway to Manu National Park. Entering the Cloud Forest, our path leads us to San Pedro, where a one-hour hike offers glimpses of Peru’s national bird, the Cock of the Rock, alongside various monkeys, plants, and flowers.
Pillcopata - The day ends as we arrive at Pilcopata, settling in for the night at a cozy local lodge.
Pilcopata – Bonanza
Manu National Park - Post-dinner, our adventure extends into a nocturnal jungle walk, seeking out spiders and snakes.
Bonanza Ecological Reserve – Casa Matchiguenca Lodge
Casa Matchigenka
Casa Matchiguenca Lodge –Reserva Harpy Lodge
Manu National Park - Departing Casa Machigenga Lodge post-breakfast, we resume our river journey downstream towards Boca Manu. On this leg, if luck favors us, we might spot the elusive Jaguar along the riverbanks. Our voyage includes a stop at the Native Community of Isla de los Valles, where we’ll immerse ourselves in their culture and lifestyle. For those interested in local crafts, there’s an opportunity to purchase handicrafts directly from the community.
In the afternoon, we’re off to a nearby lake for an exciting piranha fishing experience. Following this, we’ll navigate upstream on the Alto Madre de Dios River to our Harpy Lodge. The evening promises a relaxing time with a bonfire, drinks, and a BBQ, creating a perfect end to an adventurous day.
Harpy Lodge – Atalaya — Cusco
Cusco - There, our bus will be ready to take us on the journey back to the city of Cusco, bringing our Amazonian adventure to a close.
- Entrance fee to the hot springs
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Manu National Park entrance fee
- 05 Nights at Jungle Bungalow
- Tips
Manu National Park in Peru, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Madre de Dios region, spans 1.7 million hectares from the Amazon to the Andes. It’s divided into Special Use (for research), Reserved (strictly protected), and Cultural Zones (indigenous communities). The park, renowned for its biodiversity, hosts over 800 bird species, 200 mammals, and diverse flora. It features landscapes from rainforests to mountains and the Manu Canyon. Access is regulated for conservation, making it a vital ecological and touristic site.
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