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Manu National Park 8 Days

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Trip Length: 8 days and 7 nights
Departure: Cusco
Group Size: 12 PER GROUP
Availability: Available
Trip Styles: Jungle Tour
Max Altitude: 1800m / 5905ft
Lodging Type: LODGE
Difficulty: Easy
Overview

Manu National Park 8 days / 7 nights

This trip allows you to have one of the best experiences in the Manu National Park which includes the Reserved Zone in only 8 days. We are starting from Cusco where the mountainous landscape dominates and a cold wind blows through the ichu grass growing along the steep hills, where the majestic Andean Condor watches over the land from high above. The people of this region call him “Apu Kañahuay” which means he who is close to god. As we descend the cloud forest suddenly surrounds us and the earth seems to be covered in lush vegetation of ferns and bamboo trees. The national bird of Peru awaits us down here, presenting his mating dance which we can observe from the viewing platform of the LEK. Afterward we will relax in our Eco-Lodge “Bambu Lodge”.

We will leave the realm of the clouds behind us and enter a zone of days heated by the sun and cool nights with of the scent of flowers. Along the winding river of the Manu, our motorized boat will take us further into the rainforest. Along the sandy beaches we can observe herons, caimans, turtles, capybaras and even jaguars.

In the Reserved Zone of the Manu we will set up camp at the “Casa matshiguenka” lodge which is run by the local community of the Matshiguenka. Feel free to explore the natural mirror lakes of Salvador and Otorongo in order to observe the curious and restless giant otters.

Once again we will change scenery driving further into the hushed zone of the Manu biosphere also known as Maquisapayoj. Her you can take plenty of photos of the macaws at one of the largest salt licks of the Manu, as well as visit the saltlick for the largest mammal in the Amazon, the tapir. With quite a bit of nostalgia we will leave the natural paradise behind us and head back to the business of the big city.

Itinerary

DAY 1Cusco - Manu Cloudforest (Andenklippenvogel) - Bambu Lodge

We will leave Cusco at 5:30 am and start our 8-9 hour drive to the jungle. We will pass the highest point of our trip at an altitude of more than 4.000 msl. Along the way we will stop a few times, once to see the Chullpas of Ninamarca, a Pre-Inca cemetery. From here we will pass the pastures of the Andes until we reach the town of Paucartambo at an altitude of 2.900 msl. Paucartambo is a small town with a lot of history and tradition, it is also known as the folkloric capital of Peru. After a short visit to the pretty town center we continue to Acjanaco at 3.560 msl, which also marks the entrance to the National Park of Manu.
From now we drop down towards the jungle. Along the way we’ll get to see orchids and birds such as the Resplendent Quetzal, Toucan and Tangara. In San Pedro we’ll come across a strategically perfect place to observe the national bird of Peru, the Andean cock-of-the-rock. Inside the LEK we will be able to observe these birds jumping and singing merrily while preforming their typical mating ritual. With a bit of luck we’ll spot mammals like monkeys or the spectacled bear. We move on through tropical rain forest until we reach the “Bambu Lodge”.

DAY 2Bambu Lodge - Hummingbird Lodge.

Early in the morning, after a substantial breakfast, we’ll head out by bus to Atalaya (about 2 hours). Along the way we’ll be able to admire flora and fauna. In Atalaya we’ll switch onto a motor boat and head down the river Alto Madre de Dios for about 5 hours until we reach the Hummingbird Lodge. Initially manioc- and banana plantations can be seen along the river banks until we head deeper into the jungle. Plenty of aquatic birds and parrots can be seen during our boat ride, furthermore with a bit of luck there will be mammals like monkeys and caipibaras. Lunch will be on our boat today.
Around 3 om we will reach the Hummingbird Lodge, located on the river banks of the Madre de Dios river. The Lodge is located very close to the actual reserve and offers great pathways to explore the jungle during the late afternoon or evening. Hikes around the Lodge are optional.

DAY 3Hummingbird Lodge - National Park of Manu Reserve - Casa Matshiguenka

We leave very early in the morning. A 4 hour boat ride takes us toward the river Manu and the control point of Limonal where we will enter the actual Manu Reserve. The park rangers will check our permits and give us a some useful advice about entering the National Reserve. Along the river Manu we will be able to experience the unique nature of the rainforest with its flora and fauna. With a bit of luck we can see animals like caimans, turtles, monkeys, tapirs and maybe even e jaguar.

We reach our Lodge – called CASA MATSHIGUENKA – at the banks of the river Manu. It is the only one within the Reserve of the Manu. Here we will get to know the habits of the family of the Mattshiguenka which lives in this Lodge. We will spend our first night in the heart of the rainforest.

DAY 4National Park of Manu Reserve - cocha Salvador - Cocha Otorongo.

Very early we will head out to the Cocha (=lake) SALVADOR which is located upstream deeper into the Reserve. The Cocha Salvador is one of the most important lakes within the Manu National Park. The eco system is home to many important animals like the giant river otter, the black caiman, anacondas, plenty of different species of birds and up to 13 species of monkeys. Using a small catamaran to navigate the lake gives you the opportunity to see these animals close up.
After visiting the lake, we head back to our Lodge, the Casa Matshiguenka. In the later afternoon we will visit the cocha OTORONGO, this lake can be appreciated from a 20 meter high observation platform. From here we then head back to the Lodge for our second night in the Manu National park.

DAY 5Casa Matshiguenka - Biological Research Center Pakitza / National Park of Manu Reserve.

Today we start our boat ride before sunrise and head upstream to the biological research center Pakitza which also functions as another check point. Sunrise and sunset are the best times of the day to observe wildlife along the banks of the river. Now is the time to see a caiman or even a jaguar. We will have breakfast in Pakitza and then hike through the rainforest to see even more wildlife. In the afternoon we will head back to our Lodge Casa Matsiguenka. As soon as it gets dark, we can head out for a night hike in order to see reptiles, amphibians and spiders (hike optional). We will spend out third night deep inside the Reserve.

DAY 6Casa Matshiguenka - Manu Maquisapayoj - Collpa Tapir

Today we will leave the actual Reserve of the Manu National Park and head out to the so called buffer zone also known as Manu biosphere or Maquisapayoc. Here we will visit the most important clay lick (=collpa) for the mammals living in the jungle. The animals use these collpas in order to absorb salts and minerals from the clay, which they need to detoxify and digest their diet. Tapirs, deer, porcupines as well as monkeys pass by here on a regular basis. Since most animals are nocturnal, this is a night time activity. Your guide will coordinate the excursion with you accordingly. The ride from the Lodge Casa Matshiguenka to the Birding/Maquisapayoc Lodge takes about 6 hours. Breakfast will be taken during the boat ride. We will reach the Lodge around 3:30 pm.

DAY 7Collpa de Guacamayos, Blanquillo

At 5:00 am we will head by boat towards the collpa of the parrots which is about one hour away. This clay lick is the only one in the Manu National Park where you can see the birds close up. Many different species of parrots come to feed off the clay of the cliffs along the river bank. They need the minerals to detoxify and digest, furthermore the collpas function as social meeting place and secure the survival of these endangered species. This collpa is perfect for hobby and professional photographers, since the observation platform is actually very close to the cliff.
After visiting the collpa, we head back to our Lodge Maquisapayoc to have lunch. In the afternoon we can explore the rainforest around the Lodge.

**At night there will be another opportunity to head to the Tapir Collpa in case the previous night had not been successful in spotting tapirs.

DAY 8Manu Maquisapayoj - Colorado - Mazuco - Cusco

After breakfast we will start our way back in a 3 hour boat ride downstream to the town of Boca Colorado where we will say goodbye to our boat crew which as accompanied us through the Manu over the last couple of days. In a private taxi we drive for about one hour to Puerto Punkiri (why do we take a taxi? Our transport from Cusco cannot enter to Boca Colorado). We will have to cross the river Inambari till we reach Puerto Carlos where our transport from Cusco will wait for us. Along the asphalted Transozeanica we will head back to Cusco in a 7 to 8 hour bus ride, reaching Cusco around 6:00 pm.

Trip Info
Inclusions
Packing List
Before You Go

High Quality Service & Safety

  • Pre-departure briefing.
  • Experienced Guide.
  • Medical Kit – First Aid Kit.
  • Customer Service 24/7.
  • Radio communication.
  • Rubber boots.
  • First Aid Kit, extractor (for venom).

Permits & Entrance Tickets

  • Entrance to the reserved zone of Manu National Park.
  • Entrance fees to Macaw Clay Lick and Tapir.
  • Entrance fees to Cock of the Rock observatory – LEK.

Transportation

  • Private transport from Cusco to Atalaya.
  • boat from Atalaya – Manu Biosphere – Manu National Park.
  • Private transport from Manu National Park to Cusco Hotel.

Meals

  • Professional Chef for the trip.
  • Meals: 7 Breakfasts, 8 Lunches, and 7 Dinners.
  • Meals: vegetarian and vegan
  • Water.
  • Cook & all food (vegetarian on request).

Accommodation

  • 7 nights in our lodges.

What Is Not Included?

  • Travel Insurance.
  • Tips for our staff.
  • Additional costs or delays out of control of the management.
  • Original Passport
  • Walking boots
  • Waterproof jacket / rain poncho
  • Warm jacket
  • Hat and gloves
  • T-shirts
  • Comfortable trousers
  • Sun hat
  • Sun cream (factor 35 or higher)
  • Insect repellant
  • Toiletries and hand sanitiser
  • Personal medication
  • Camera and film with extra batteries
  • Torch with spare batteries
  • Daypack

Information Before leaving for the Manu National Park

We want to make your trip to Peru as memorable and as easy as possible. In this section, you will find speedy answers to all those questions you had about Manu National Park 8 Days in one place. Please read the following information carefully – it will help you with any questions about our services.Has another question that we haven’t answered here? Drop us a line, and we will get back to you asap!

Briefing or informative meeting

All information meetings are held in your hotel at 6:00 p.m., one night before the tour begins. If you cannot attend, you must coordinate another time at the (Peru Hike) offices. These meetings last approximately 30 to 45 minutes and there you will be given a small duffel bag, in which you’ll put all the belongings you intend to bring on the trek that won’t be in your day pack.

Duffel bag or canvas case:

ou’ll receive a canvas case or duffel bag during your briefing. The porters will take them on the way and will deliver them to you when you get to each camp. They measure 66 cm / 2 ft. Long x 36 cm / 1 ft. Wide.

A maximum of 5 kg is allowed for each duffel bag that includes the weight of your sleeping bag, mat, clothes and other personal items.

Payment of Trek Balance (in Cusco)

The trek has to be paid for in full by at least 7.30 pm two days before departure. For example, if your tour departs on a Wednesday, then you must come to our office before 7.30 pm on Monday.

It would be much appreciated if you pay the trek balance in cash US dollars or local currency. You can withdraw some money from several ATMs along Avenida Sol (either in US dollars or local Peruvian Soles). You can pay by credit card or PAYPAL online, but you will have to pay an 8% service charge, charged by VISA and PAYPAL. We do not accept bank checks or payment of the balance by traveler’s checks.

Storing your luggage at our Office.

Of course! During the travel, your main luggage can be stored at our office(you can organize briefing day or by email) or at your hotel, both free of charge.

Any equipment that you are not going to need on the trek can be stored safely in your hotel. Nearly every hotel will provide this service. Don’t leave items of value with your bags, put them in the hotel safe and obtain an itemized receipt (In the unlikely case of theft many insurance companies require that you have a copy of the receipt itemizing all the items). Best put items such as credit cards inside a sealed, signed envelope for extra peace of mind.

Pickups:

Peru Hike Company can pick you up from your hotel, as long as it’s in the Historic Center of Cusco. The pickup time will be coordinated with your guide in the briefing. The pickup time may vary between 30 and 45 minutes due to traffic. Cusco is a very old city, therefore, it has many narrow cobbled streets. Some hotels and Airbnbs may be located on streets without access to cars or on long, steep slopes, making it difficult to transport luggage. We strongly recommend that you book accommodation with good access.

Group tours:

Group tours are made up of different types of people. Physical conditions and ages can vary. By agreeing to be part of a group tour, you also accept that some people may be faster or slower than you. Therefore, each person can go at their own pace on the route. It may be the case that a group wishes to modify the tour; however, it will be the guide who decides, after consulting with all the participants, if said modifications can be made.

Strikes and demonstrations:

Strikes and demonstrations are usually frequent in Peru and this may interrupt some of our tours. Roads can be blocked and train tracks can be taken over. However, we will try to keep your excursion as planned, even if it means leaving the night before the scheduled date. Under these circumstances, tours may also be cancelled. In case of changes or cancellations, all situations will be coordinated with you by our operations department. Your safety is our highest priority and our decisions will be made to protect it.

Lost objects:

You’re responsible for your objects during the tour. Please pay attention to where you leave your things and remember to take everything once you leave our trucks, tents, or restaurants.

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Théo Y

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From the moment we contacted Peru hike Company for this trip, everything was organized and executed to perfection. Transportation arrangements (airport transportation, boat trips, etc.) were perfect. The website is very clear and gives you a good idea of ​​what to do during the trip.
Manu National Park is a truly intact part of the Amazon on the planet where you can walk for days without any sign of human life. Wildlife is abundant, from all kinds of insects, to jaguars, snakes, alligators and huge butterflies, huge trees and flowers. To see wildlife at its best, any nature lover would be more than satisfied with this trip.

11 December, 2021
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