Manu River
Day 01
Trip Itinerary
Day 1
Day 1: CUSCO – ClOUD FOREST – MIRADOR LODGE(Lookout Lodge)
Highlight of the day: BEGIN THIS EXPERIENCE WITH THE ARCHAEOLOGICAL CENTER OF NINAMARCA AND THE CLOUDY FOREST.
Manu National Park 6 Days, We begin our 7-hour drive, by private vans, reaching an altitude of 3,905 meters (13,000 ft.). We’ll do a quick stop to visit “Ninamarca”, a pre-Inca cemetery, and the colonial town of “Paucartambo”.
Then we will descend the east slopes of the highland through “Cloud Forest” which has lush vegetation (ferns, orchids, bromeliads, bamboos, etc.) We will enjoy spectacular views of the highland and you’ll observe the wildlife such as; “The red Cock of the Rocks” (our national bird – “Tunky in Quechua”), Dazzling colored Tanagers, Quetzals, Trogons Tucans, and Hummingbirds. If we’re fortunate, we will be able to see our first yellow Monkey.
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In the afternoon, we will arrive at “Mirador Lodge” (Lookout Lodge – 700 m), where you’ll have good accommodations to rest for the night (double rooms & private bathroom).
After dinner, your guide will brief you on the next day’s activities.
L .D
Meals
LODGE
Accommodation
EASY
Difficulty
JUST BY CAR
Walking Distance
4000 MASL / 15234 FEETS
Highest Elevation
700 MASL / 2100 FEETS
Campsite Elevation
Day 2
Day 2: MIRADOR LODGE – ATALAYA– MQUISAPAYOQ LODGE
Highlight of the day: TRAVELING INTO THE DEEP JUNGLE FINDING EXOTIC ANIMALS.
After breakfast, we will continue our drive to the Port of Atalaya (500 m). On the way, we will stop at an animal rescue shelter. Afterward, we will have a short hike to look for orchids, bromeliads, bamboos, monkeys, and birds. From the Port of Atalaya, you’ll embark on a 7-hour journey on a 15-meter canoe down the Madre de Dios River to get to the lowland rainforest.
While we drift down the river we’ll enjoy the changing landscape and have the opportunity to see wildlife (flora and fauna) along the rocky banks of the river.
On our path, we will visit “Diamante”, a Piro Indian town with traditional homes.
In the afternoon we’ll arrive at “Maquisapayoj Lodge” (translated as “Place of the Black Spider Monkey”) Accommodations include double beds with a private bathroom. You’ll have an evening night walk to survey the area where you’ll find insects, frogs, snakes, caiman (alligators), and butterflies.
B. L . D
Meals
LODGE
Accommodation
EASY
Difficulty
JUST BY BOAT
Walking Distance
500 MASL / 1800 FEETS
Highest Elevation
500 MASL / 1800 FEETS
Campsite Elevation
Day 3
Day 3: MAQUISAPAYOQ TAPIR LAKE-SOGA DE ORO
Highlight of the day: ENYOY ONE OF THE MOST BEATIFUL LAKES .
We board our motorboat early to travel up-river making our way back to Cusco. Of course, during our boat ride back, we’ll have the chance to see more animals like; capybara, turtles, or caimans. If time allows, we can make a stop at Aguas Calientes (Hot Springs) to have a swim or we can visit Machuwasi Lagoon, to look for some more wild animals. In the afternoon, we will arrive at “Soga de Oro Lodge”, where we’ll spend the night (double beds & private bathroom). You can also explore the night.
B . L .D
Meals
LODGE
Accommodation
EASY
Difficulty
JUST BY BOAT
Walking Distance
300 MASL / 700 FEETS
Highest Elevation
300 MASL / 700 FEETS
Campsite Elevation
Day 4
Day 4: SOGA DE ORO – MACHUWASI-
Highlight of the day: OBSERVING THE AMAZING PARROTS AND EATING CLAY.
Very early wake-up call and breakfast. We embark on the motorboat for about 30 minutes to the parrot’s lick, where we will see the green and yellow parrots, birds, and other smaller animals.
Afterward, we will return to “Machuhuasi Lake” to board another raft for a boat ride (1 and 30 hours). Here you’ll have the opportunity to view other wild species of bird-like hoatzin. Finally, we will hike for one hour in the jungle. We stay the night at the lodge.
B . L . D
Meals
LODGE
Accommodation
EASY
Difficulty
JUST BY BOAT
Walking Distance
300 MASL / 700 FEETS
Highest Elevation
300 MASL / 700 FEETS
Campsite Elevation
Day 5
Day 5: SOGA DE ORO LODGE– MIRADOR
Highlight of the day: parrot’s lick, where we will see the green and yellow parrots, birds.
Very early wake-up call and breakfast. We embark on the motorboat for about 30 minutes to the parrot’s lick, where we will see the green and yellow parrots, birds, and other smaller animals. Afterward, we will return to “Machuhuasi Lake” to board another raft for a boat ride (1 and 30 hours). Here you’ll have the opportunity to view other wild species of bird-like hoatzin. Finally, we will hike for one hour in the jungle. We stay the night at the lodge.
B .L.D
Meals
LODGE
Accommodation
EASY
Difficulty
JUST BY BOAT
Walking Distance
300 MASL / 700 FEETS
Highest Elevation
300 MASL / 700 FEETS
Campsite Elevation
Day 6
Day 6: SOGA DE ORO LODGE– ClOUD FOREST– CUSCO
Highlight of the day: RETURN TO CUSCO AFTER AN INCREDIBLE EXPERIENCE WITH A FASCINATING FLORA AND FAUNA.
After breakfast, we board the motorboat back to Atalaya. Our transportation will be waiting for our arrival. We will travel through the cloud forest where we can view more birds, insects, and butterflies along the roadside and stopping periodically when we spot wild animals. We reach Cusco around 6:00 p.m. You can also have the option to do the zip line & river rafting class for an additional $30.00 (for each activity).
B . L, D
Meals
CUSCO
Accommodation
EASY
Difficulty
BY CAR
Walking Distance
4000 MASL / 14532 FETS
Highest Elevation
3400 MASL / 11543 FEETS
Campsite Elevation
Inclusions
Manu national park 6 days
- A professional naturalist tour guide;
- Motorboat transportation;
- Private vehicle land transportation;
- Entrance to the Reserved Zone of the Manu National Park
- A professional cook,
- Meals: 5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 75 dinners, and drinking water (Please note: vegetarian option available upon request at no extra cost!);
- Accommodation: 7 nights in our lodges;
- First aid kit, including a poison extractor, mosquito bite treatment, and an antidote for snake bites;
- Radio communications;
- Rubber boots
- Visit to Cocha Otorongo (tower) (Manu Reserved Zone)
- Visita a la Cocha Salvador (catamarán) (Manu Reserved Zone)
- Flights and airport departure taxes.
- Travel insurance.
- Breakfast on the first day and dinner on the last day.
- Soft drinks and beer
- Tips to local staff.
Recommendations for Manu Tour 6 Days
This Expedition to Manu is recommended to be done after your trip to Cusco and Machu Picchu, we will start our tour by bus and return by flight with a duration of 45 minutes approx.
The Manu Rainforest Tour is a reserved area located in the far southwestern region of Peru in the Amazon basin of the Department of Cusco and Madre de Dios, is the largest and definitely the only intangible reserve in the neotropics.
The Manu Reserve covers an extension of 1,800.00 Hectares that are unalterable and virgin jungle with the largest biodiversity on earth. For this reason, it was declared a world heritage in 1987 by the World Union for the conservation of Nature, recommended for those who have a spirit of adventure and conservation of nature.
Pricing
Permits are needed for your chosen start date. Tour prices are based on the number of people in a group. Prices are valid from March 2022 through January 2023. All prices quoted are $USD
- GROUP PRICE: $1300 per person
Important: Price includes up to 7 kilos of your personal belongings to be carried by the mules (NO need for extra Porter hire!).
Discounts:
- Student Discount 20$ dollars
- Under 15 years will pay as a student: US$20.00
- Under 7 years Discount: US$35.00
Trip Details
Trip Details Amazon Rainforest Tour Manu 6 Days
- Tour Name: Manu Tour 6 Days
- Tour/Trek Duration: 6 Days/ 5 Nights
- Location/Terrain: jungle tour, manu
- Accommodation: beautiful lodges
- Acclimatization: Due to the high altitude, we recommend 1 day in Cusco before embarking on our Manu national park 6 days
- Adventure Rating JUST RELAX
- Activities: Trekking/ Camping
- Altitude: 1900m/8,139ft
- Departures: every day with 2 or more people
- Customizable: Yes!
What to Pack
- A hat as a protection against the sun and/or rain,
- Toiletries
- Small towel
- Toilet paper
- Sun cream
- Sunglasses
- Flashlight (with spare bulb and batteries)
- Bottled water (1 liter as a minimum)
- Pocket money (Soles) to buy some beverages and souvenirs as well as to tip.
What To Bring
- Mosquito repellent (DEET 45 recommended as a MINIMUM!!)
- Original passport
- Small backpack
- Long-sleeved cotton shirts (preferably green-colored)
- Long cotton trousers
- Cotton long socks (to be put into your trousers)
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sandals or light shoes
- Rain gear (e.g. rain poncho)
- Sweater (for the beginning of the tour in the Andes and the cloud forest only).
- Binoculars (also available for rent),
- Camera and charger
