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Manu National Park Tour
Discover one of the most biodiverse places on Earth. Descend through magical cloud forests into the deep Peruvian tropical rainforest of Manu Biosphere Reserve. Secure your expert-led tour now!
4 days / 3 nights
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Manu National Park Tour
Manu National Park is one of the most biodiverse protected natural areas on the planet, recognized as a Natural World Heritage Site. With more than one million hectares, this Biosphere Reserve preserves an incomparable wealth of life, including 20,000 varieties of plants and countless reptiles and insects. During the journey, you will witness the astonishing ecological transition as you descend from the Andes, passing through magical cloud forests until reaching the Amazon lowlands. It is the ideal destination to observe unique species in their natural habitat, ensuring unforgettable memories in the heart of the Peruvian tropical rainforest.
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Detailed Itinerary: Day by Day
DAY 1:
Cusco – Paucartambo – Eco Lodge
We will depart from Cusco towards Paucartambo. Along the route, we will be able to see the famous Chullpas de Ninamarca, belonging to the pre-Inca culture.
We will cross the high mountains until we reach the town of Paucartambo, famous for its patron saint festival of the Virgin of Carmen, where we will have lunch. We will take a short walk through the town, visit its famous church, and then continue our journey to Tres Cruces.
Afterwards, we will descend to the cloud forest area, where we can observe Peru’s national bird, the Andean Cock-of-the-rock. We may also see playful monkeys and a wide variety of medicinal plants and flowers. We will arrive at the eco-lodge, settle in, and have dinner.
Included
- Tourist transportation
- Lunch and dinner
- Overnight at eco-lodge
- Professional guide
Not included
- Extra drinks
- Snacks
DAY 2:
Discovering the Andean Cock-of-the-rock, herons, and cormorants
We will wake up very early to enjoy the courtship dance of the Andean Cock-of-the-rock, a bird with striking orange-red plumage. We will observe this spectacular species from a birdwatching platform. After breakfast, we will head to the town of Pilcopata. Our destination is the Atalaya port (700 m.a.s.l.), where a motorized boat will be waiting for us.
We will travel downstream along the river, and along the way we will be able to see a great variety of birds such as herons, vultures, cormorants, and more. We will arrive at a private reserve, where we will spend the next two nights.
Included
- Land tourist transportation
- River transportation
- 3 nights in eco-lodge
- Professional guide
- Full first aid kit
Not included
- Extra drinks
DAY 3:
Discovering the flora – Parrot Clay Lick – Lake Machuwasi
Very early in the morning, we will board the boat that will take us to the parrot clay lick, where several parakeets and macaws gather to feed on a clay wall that contains minerals and salts essential for their diet. After this activity, we will return to the lodge to enjoy a good breakfast.
After breakfast, we will travel by motorboat to Lake Machuwasi on the Upper Madre de Dios River, where we will observe a great diversity of birds. Then, we will take a 30-minute walk along a trail in the middle of the jungle to observe and learn about the flora, such as sensitive plants, heliconias, etc.
In the afternoon, we will go on a hike to see the Ceiba tree, one of the oldest and largest trees in the area. Then we will return to the lodge.
Included
- River transport
- Professional guide
- Full first aid kit
- Overnight stay in an ecological lodge
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Not included
- Extra drinks
- Snacks
DAY 4:
Lodge – Atalaya Port – Cusco
After breakfast, we will take the boat back to Atalaya Port, where our transport will be waiting. From there, we will continue our return journey to the city of Cusco. Along the way, we may stop at a viewpoint where we can observe a variety of hummingbirds, as well as monkeys, and with some luck, a sloth. We will have lunch en route before arriving in Cusco.
Included
- Land transportation
- River transportation
- Breakfast and lunch
- Professional guide
Not included
- Dinner
- Extra expenses
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- Creating personalized experiences.
- Free advice from an expert team.
- Permanent customer service.
- Guaranteed departures.
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Q: What is the Deposit Payment Process?
Pre-arrival deposits are required for tours in order to reserve tickets, entrances, and lodging. The amount may vary but is generally around 50% and can be paid in a variety of methods depending on your location. These methods include payment by credit card, PayPal, bank transfer, and Western Union.
Q: Can I Join or Leave a Tour During its Duration?
If you are interested in only a segment of a tour package, it is more recommendable to reserve individual day tours and transport, or to request one of our tour specialists to create a custom itinerary for you. (Read our terms and conditions)
Q: Are There Age Restrictions on the Tours?
The only restriction is that you must be at least 18 years old if you are traveling independently, otherwise you must be traveling with an adult. There is no upper age limit, but please disclose any health or mobility concerns so that we can ensure that your trip is as comfortable and pleasurable as possible.
Q: How can I change or cancel my reservation?
Any cancelation or change of services should be requested in writing, via email to the specialist making your arrangements. Regardless, it is important to remember that there exist cancelation and modification policies for each program, for which we invite you to review the general terms and conditions.
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