manu national park
Day 01
cloud forest
Trip Itinerary
Day 1
Day 1: CUSCO – ClOUD FOREST – MIRADOR LODGE(Lookout Lodge)
Highlight of the day: Enjoy the Archaeological Center of Ninamarca and the Cloud Forest of this magnificent experience..
Manu National Park 5 Days
Manu National Park 5 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.
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.
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Meals
LODGE
Accommodation
EASY
Difficulty
JUST BY BUS
Walking Distance
4000 MASL / 15432 FEETS
Highest Elevation
500 MASL / 1899 FEETS
Campsite Elevation
Day 2
Day 2: MIRADOR LODGE – ATALAYA– MQUISAPAYOQ LODGE
Highlight of the day: DISCOVERING EXOTIC ANIMALS AND SAILING IN ONE OF THE MOST FLOWING RIVERS.
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
300 MASL / 875 FEETS
Highest Elevation
300 MASL / 875 FEETS
Campsite Elevation
Day 3
Day 3: SOGA DE ORO – AGUAS CALIENTES
Highlight of the day: ENJOY EXOTIC BIRDS AND VERY NAUGHTY MONKEYS.
In the morning we walk on some of the many trails around the lodge and hope to see more monkeys and maybe coatis or even a tayra hunting for small creatures in the trees.
We can start to distinguish some of the trees in the forest, such as the ceiba (kapok), the capirona (naked tree) and several palm species. After lunch, the boat takes us to the Hot Springs of Shintuya for a relaxing mineral bath, before continuing further up to Atalaya. From here we turn back up the Andes by bus. Along the way, we stop at an orchid garden, set up with much care and enthusiasm by a local inhabitant. The night is spent at Posada San Pedro.
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 4
Day 4: AGUAS CALIENTES- MACHU WASI- SOGA DE ORO
Highlight of the day: parrot’s lick, where we will see the green and yellow parrots, birds, and other smaller animals..
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 / 750 FEETS
Highest Elevation
300 MASL / 750 FEETS
Campsite Elevation
Day 5
Day 5: SOGA DE ORO LODGE– ClOUD FOREST– CUSCO
Highlight of the day: EXPLORING ANIMALS INSIDE THE JUNGLE AND BACK TO CUSCO AFTER AN INCREDIBLE EXPERIENCE.
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).
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Meals
CUSCO
Accommodation
EASY
Difficulty
JUST BY CAR
Walking Distance
4000 MASL / 15342 FEETS
Highest Elevation
3400 MASL / 11234 FEETS
Campsite Elevation
Inclusions
Manu national park 5 days Included
- 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: 7 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 7 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)
Manu park 5 days Not Included
- 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 5 day Manu Tour
- WEATHER Manu Tour 5 Days: Very cold in the first part of the tour on the first day. Very hot with 90% humidity in the lower part. Please bring a rain poncho because it could rain.
- Physical Level Tour Manu 5 Days: mostly very easy; however, because of the heat and humidity you may end up very tired and out of energy.
- Accommodations 5-Day Manu tour: Very good! All lodges have private rooms with private showers and bathrooms. However, at Casa Matsiguenka you will have shared showers and bathrooms. Some lodges have showers with hot water and electricity but also expect basic accommodations. Accommodations are based on double occupancy.
Pricing
Pricing List: Tour Manu 5 Days
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: $850 per person
Important: Price includes up to 7 kilos of your personal belongings to be carried by the mules (NO need of extra Porter hire!).
Discounts:
- Student Discount 20$ 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 5 Days
5 day Manu Trip Details
- Tour Name: Manu national park 8 days
- Tour/Trek Duration: 5 Days/ 4 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 5 days
- Adventure Rating JUST RELAX
- Activities: Trekking/ Camping
- Altitude: 1900m/8,139ft
- Departures: every day with 2 or more people
- Customizable: Manu 3 Days Custom Tour!
What to Pack
What you need to bring in your backpack for the Manu Tour 5 Days tour
- 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
What to bring for the Manu Park Tour 5 Days Tour
- 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, portable batteries, and extra batteries
