Give into your wild side and discover the gateway to the Amazon with our exclusive Manu National Park 3 Days Tour! The Manu National Park covers a massive area of 2 million square hectares of a territory rich in diverse species of flora and fauna, with a variety of Andean, high Andean, tropical and subtropical habitats. UNESCO recognizes this natural paradise as a World Biosphere Reserve, boasting the highest biological diversity among rainforest-protected areas and highest number of endemic species in a cloud forest.
Here, because the rainforest is still largely intact, we can observe a number of highly endangered species in their natural habitats, such as the Giant River Otter (Pteronurabrasiliensis), the Black Caiman (Melanosuchus Niger), the majestic Jaguar (Pantera onca), the rare Spectacled Bear (Tremarctosornatus), and other animals such as the Tapir, Tigrillo, thirteen species of primates, and more than a thousand species of birds, including 7 species of macaws (Ara Sp.)
Furthermore, this reserve is home to 10% of the entire world’s plant species, including trees with the finest wood and innumerable species of medicinal plants that are just recently being cataloged and observed by scientists. In a single hectare of the Manu Forest we can find up to 220 different species of trees, while in a forest of the same size in Europe or the United States, there can only be found around 20 on average.
For those with more time in Peru, we recommend checking out our Manu National Park 4 Days Tour.
Itinerary
DAY 1: CUSCO – ANDES – CLOUD FOREST
Firstly, we will leave the city of Cusco very early in the morning in our tourist transportation vehicle. On the way, we will cross through interesting inter-Andean valleys and then through picturesque countryside communities. Also, we will visit Paucartambo, a picturesque colonial town, and its interesting museum. Lunch is provided on the route. Finally, we will continue until arriving to the Cloud Forest, an area very rich in endemic species such as the Spectacled Bear and Cock of the Rock, orchids, bromeliads, ferns, lichens, etc. observing nature and then continue to our hostel where we will spend our first night comfortably settled in.
DAY 2: CLOUD FOREST – ERIKA LODGE
Firstly, we will begin our search early in the morning for the interesting Cock of the Rock, the national bird of Peru that performs a unique courtship ritual. After breakfast, we continue to the town of Pilcopata* and later to the port of Atalaya, a place located on the banks of the Alto Madre de Dios River which is located 2296 feet above sea level, from where we will begin our trip down-stream by boat in order to observe the enormous diversity of existing bird species, such as herons. , vultures, cormorants, etc. until we reach our lodge “Erika”. Then, we will walk through the interesting trails of this transitional point between high jungle and low jungle where the guide will search for, show, and explain the interesting diversity of wildlife in the surrounding areas. Finally, we will had back to the hostel to spend the night.
Those who wish to do so can participate in a nocturnal walk to observe insects and amphibians.
Rafting – Free Option 1: This is an option that you can add to your trip, from Pilcopata we can raft for 1 hour and 30 minutes down the Koñec and/or Alto Madre de Dios rivers (class 1 and class 2 dificulty). You will be able to enjoy the wonderful landscapes of these rivers and if you wish you can even take a dip in their refreshing waters.
Canopy Walk – Free Option 2: Customers who wish to walk or slide through the treetops of the jungle may participate in the canopy walk that consists of a system of walkways and ziplines through which they can speed gracefully from tree to tree in the wonderful Amazon jungle and is concluded by a 15-meter rappel.
DAY 3: ERIKA LODGE – CUSCO
Early in the morning, we will board our boat to go to the clay lick, where different species of parrots such as the blue-headed parrot, white-eyed parakeet, and possibly the Maracano macaw, among others, come down every morning to extract and consume clay for their dietary balance.
At the end of this activity, we will return to our hostel to pack and board the boat to Puerto de Atalaya, and from there we will board our bus to return to Cusco. We will have lunch during the halfway point and will be arriving to Cusco at approximately 7:30 p.m.
Include
INCLUDED IN MANU NATIONAL PARK 3 DAYS TOUR
- Tourist transportation
- River transportation
- 02 nights of accommodation in basic hostels
- Full meals during the trip (vegetarian option available)
- Specialized bilingual guide
- Complete rafting equipment
- Canopy Equipment
- First aid kit
- Luggage storage service
- Safe for documents and valuables
NOT INCLUDED IN MANU NATIONAL PARK 3 DAYS TOUR
- First breakfast and last dinner
- Water first day
- Soft drinks, alcoholic
- Tips
Recommendations
WE RECOMMEND TO BRING:
- Hiking shoes, sandals
- Medications and personal hygiene items
- Travel towel
- Flashlight with batteries and spare bulbs
- Hat
- Sunglasses, sunscreen
- Insect repellent (with at least 40% DEET or more recommended)
- Appropriate clothing: Long-sleeved shirt, cotton pants, warm clothing in case of cold weather, swimwear
- Binoculars, Camera
- Luggage backpack and small backpack, plastic bags
- Extra money in soles
