Manu
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3 Days
Small Group
Bus & Hike
Explore Manu 3 Day / 2 Night Manu Cultural Zone
Explore Manu – 3 Days / 2 Nights (Cultural Zone)
Discover the Manu Cultural Zone on a 3-day adventure guided by a professional naturalist. Explore lush Manu cloud forests and jungle landscapes, spot colorful birds and diverse wildlife, and experience one of the world’s most biodiverse regions in a short yet unforgettable journey.
- Explore Manu cloud forests and the Amazon rainforest, observe vibrant birdlife and diverse wildlife, and discover one of the world’s most biodiverse regions in a short, well-designed adventure.
Day 1: Journey From Cusco to the Manu Cloud Forest – A Birdwatcher’s Paradise, Manu Cultural Zone
Day one, early in the morning, around 5:45 a.m., we’ll pick you up from your hotel in Cusco and begin our journey through the majestic Andean mountains. Along the way, we’ll stop at Huancarani, where you can explore the funeral towers of Ninamarca, an ancient Lupaca Pre-Inca burial site. Here, our expert guide will share fascinating insights into its history then we’ll continue toward the province of Paucartambo, a charming town known for its vibrant culture and folklore. After a short visit to its famous colonial church, we’ll proceed to the entrance of Manu National Park, one of the most biodiverse and protected natural areas in South America. After that, we’ll descend along a scenic dirt road, passing through the misty cloud forest, where nature reveals its hidden treasures. With a bit of luck, we may spot a variety of exotic species such as toucans, trogons, quetzals, macaws, parrots, tanagers, antbirds, cotingas, Cock of the Rock (Gallito de las Rocas), and hummingbirds, as well as playful woolly monkeys, brown capuchins.
This vibrant display of colors, songs, and movements creates an unforgettable wildlife experience — a true prelude to the wonders of the Amazon. By late afternoon, we’ll arrive at the Manu Biological Station Lodge, around 5:30 p.m., where you’ll spend your first night surrounded by the peaceful sounds of the jungle
Day 2: Birding & to Atalaya Port – Machuwasy Lake
We wake up early in the morning at 6:30 am to have a Delicious breakfast, we’ll set out on a scenic drive of about 2 hours and look for birds toward Atalaya Port. Along the way, we’ll have the opportunity to visit a coca plantation. Then we head to Atalaya Port, where our motorboat awaits. From here, we’ll travel 35 minutes downstream along the Alto Madre de Dios River, surrounded by lush Amazonian landscapes and the soothing sounds of nature. Upon arrival at our jungle lodge, a delicious lunch will be served, offering the perfect moment to relax and enjoy the rainforest atmosphere . Later in the afternoon, we’ll continue our adventure to the beautiful Machuwasy Lake, where we’ll explore its calm waters aboard a traditional wooden canoe. This peaceful setting offers a perfect opportunity to observe colorful birds, like hoatzins, and with a bit of luck, you may also spot capybaras. As evening falls, you’ll have the option to join a night walk, an unforgettable experience that reveals the mysterious and fascinating nocturnal life of the jungle.
- Accommodation: Top Manu Avatar Lodge.
Day 3: Parrot Clay Lick – A Scenic Journey Back to Cusco
Very early in the morning, we’ll embark on a short 10-minute boat ride to reach the fascinating Parrot Clay Lick — a truly mesmerizing natural spectacle. Here, dozens of brilliantly colored tropical birds gather at the clay wall to feed on its mineral-rich nutrients. As the morning sun filters gently through the forest canopy, the vivid colors of the parrots, macaws, and parakeets come alive, creating a breathtaking scene you’ll remember forever. After this unforgettable experience, we’ll return to the lodge to enjoy a delicious breakfast surrounded by the peaceful sounds of the rainforest. Once refreshed, we’ll take our boat back toward Atalaya Port, where our journey back to Cusco begins.
Along the way, we’ll get back to Cusco once again through the enchanting Cloud Forest — a perfect opportunity to admire the lush scenery and perhaps spot playful monkeys or exotic birds for one last time. Gradually, as we ascend through the winding mountain roads, the landscape transforms from tropical rainforest to Andean highlands then we have a good lunch in the cloud forest the we contunue to drive back to cusco arriving in Cusco (around 6:00 pm approximately), carrying with us cherished memories of Manu’s natural wonders and the vibrant life that inhabits this extraordinary corner of the world.
It is include
- Qualified naturalist English-speaking guide with telescope, binoculars, and own equipment.
- Private Transport van to Atalaya Port and return from Atalaya to Cusco.
- Transportación by equiped private boat Atalaya to Golden Vine Lodge, Machuwasi
- Entrance fee to the Cock of the Rocks
- Accommodations
- 2 nights in Lodges, beds with mosquito nets
- Full Board Meals ( breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- vegetarian option by request )
- Drinking water provided, Bottled water for cooking
- First Aid Kit, extractor for poison
- Manu birds and wildlife checking list
- Radio communication.
The trip does not include
- Binoculars
- Money for extra soft drinks and beers
- Personal items and medicines (gear, clothing, laundry, telephone calls, etc.)
- Optional tips for the staff, tour guide, cook, and motorists
- Accommodation in Cusco.
- Lightweight, tight-weave long cotton pants
- Long-sleeved cotton shirts, preferably in green or tan colours
- A fleece and a windbreaker are advisable for cool evenings.
- Light rain gear (poncho) for sudden downpours
- Waterproof hiking boots
- Sneakers (covered shoes) or other low-heeled walking shoes are essential.
- A light hat and suntan lotion
- Insect repellent is a must, preferably with DEET.
- A small rucksack
- A water bottle
- Good binoculars
- Flashlight or headlight
- Out on the river or lakes. Protect your equipment against moisture with waterproof cases.
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