RESERVE MANU BIOSPHERE ZONE

6 days 5 nights (Casa Machiguenka)

manu - river - Peru

INTRODUCTION

Your Unforgettable Adventure Awaits!

We invite you to discover the fascinating Manu Jungle on an unforgettable tour. Immerse yourself in the lush biodiversity and marvel at the unique landscapes as you explore this natural paradise. This tour is ideal for nature lovers and adventurers seeking an authentic and enriching experience.

PROGRAM

DAY 1 CUSCO – PONA LODGE
DAY 2 PONA LODGE – PAPAYA LODGE
DAY 3 CASA MACHINGENKA
DAY 4 CASA MACHINGENKA
DAY 5 CASA MACHIGENGA - PAPAYA ECO LODGE- (CAMUFLAGE HOUSE)
DAY 6 PAPAYA LODGE - CUSCO

Itinerary 

Day 1: CUSCO – PONA LODGE

Cloud Forest

Leave Cusco by bus at 6:00 am. Pilcopata arrive at our first stop will visit the burial tower Ninamarka, and after about 4 hours from Cusco arrives Paucartambo village, a folk colonial in thendes. To reach the "Acjanaco" (the start of Manu Park) where we begin the descent to the mysterious cloud forest, which has a massive display of flora and fauna as well as orchids and ferns and the presence of Cock of the Rocks (rupicola Peruvian). We will have the opportunity to see the famous ritual mating dance of the national bird of Peru and trogons and a lucky day, the only spectacled bear. Then we arrived at the town of Pilcopata where we spend our first night.

  • Meals: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner
  • Accommodation: Pona Lodge
  • Distance: 150 km / 155 miles
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Walking time: There may be short walks or explorations, up to 2 hours maximum.

Day 2: PONA LODGE – PAPAYA LODGE

Fishing in the Lagoon - Manu

We will wake up very early we take the bus about 1 hour to reach the river port of Atalaya to Papaya Eco lodge, where begging our trip journey by Madre de Dios River (amazon river). And 2hours we will arrive to hot spring where will enjoy as 1hours, still to lunch time and them continue still to Papaya eco lodge, where we have chances to fishing on the lagoon and finely with nocturnal activities.

  • Meals: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner
  • Accommodation: Pona Lodge – Papaya Lodge
  • Distance: 250 km / 155 miles
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Walking time: There may be short walks or explorations, up to 2 hours maximum.

Day 3: CASA MACHINGENKA

Macaw Clay Lick

Following visits to tourist areas of the Manu National Park. Now we travel the Manu River, at least 7 and 10 hours, having carefully watching wildlife. This day we hope to see many more species of birds and animals such as black and white caiman and especially fortunate in one day or a couple of Jaguar

By late afternoon, we reached the Casa Machiguenga lodge, we have accommodation is basic and rustic and intimate surroundings of the jungle of Manu. Managed exclusively by native Machiguenga, original caretakers of the jungle of Manu. (Optional Night Walk).

  • Meals: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner
  • Accommodation: Casa Matsinguenka Lodge
  • Distance:250 - 300 km / 186 miles
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Walking time: There may be short walks or explorations, up to 5 hours maximum.

Day 4: CASA MACHINGENKA

White Caiman

Considered the most interesting places to visit. Otorongo and Salvador oxbow lake and in these two lakes we find a great diversity of animals and flora. Where our guide introduced us to learn the secrets of the rainforest.

We enter the forest along observation trails to appreciate 13 species of monkeys and other features of this amazing place and to understand the importance of preserving our planet.

Following the instructions of the guide and hopefully we will see some big vertebrates such as the giant otter, tapir and peccaries. this day we got to see the clay Macaw clay lick where you waiting make activities at least 3 and more but is better options and wonderfully activities in our return we have chances we see different species of monkeys, an impressive diversity of birds and perhaps the spectacular flight of the condor of the jungle, the king of the vultures. This night is spent at our lodge, exclusive accommodation and good services for our passengers.

  • Meals: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner
  • Accommodation:Casa Machingenka Lodge
  • Distance:250 km / 155 miles
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Walking time: There may be short walks or explorations, up to 2 hours maximum.

Day 5: CASA MACHIGENGA - PAPAYA ECO LODGE- (CAMUFLAGE HOUSE)

Tapir - Manu

On this day you can still find the famous Jaguar in river side of the Manu River to find them, well take breakfast on boat we continue to share where we travel our motorboat and then continue on the Madre de Dios River up.

After about 7 hours by boat, with some interesting stops on the journey. We arrived in the later Papaya Eco Lodge, reserved ecological. On the night came most interesting activities on the camouflage house where we will spend at night, still the tapir comes in to lick the muddy earth with salt. If we have so much lucky night, we observe many time.

  • Meals: Breakfast - Lunch
  • Distance:150 km / 155 miles
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Walking time: There may be short walks or explorations, up to 2 hours maximum.

Day 6: PAPAYA LODGE - CUSCO

Atalaya Port - Manu

Our last day will be our return outboard to port of Atalaya, where we take our private bus back to Cusco, arriving at 6: 00 pm approx.

  • Meals: Breakfast - Lunch
  • Distance:150 km / 155 miles
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Walking time: There may be short walks or explorations, up to 2 hours maximum.

INCLUDED:

  • Pre-departure Information: You will meet with your Manu guide at our office for an orientation before your tour.Private mini van.
  • Maritime and Land Transportation: Land transportation by minivan and maritime transportation with outboard motor.
  • Accommodation, hostels, lodge (5 nights): This lodge is known for offering an immersive jungle experience, with facilities designed to blend with the natural surroundings. They are typically built with materials from the jungle, one night in a blind might be included in the tour.
  • Qualified bilingual naturalist guide with equipment: A professional, educated guide who grew up in this region and has a genuine passion for teaching others about their heritage. Your guide will explain the culture and surroundings throughout the route, including leading your group. They will keep you safe, healthy, and comfortable during your hike, ensuring you enjoy your time along the way and are happy.1nigtin the Pilcopata Lodge.
  • Three meals a day (vegetarian option): The cuisine typically includes local dishes prepared with fresh, often organic ingredients. The meals are simple yet delicious, reflecting traditional Amazonian cuisine.Bilingual professional guide.
  • Mineral water at all times: Our passengers are provided with mineral water throughout the journey.
  • First aid kit: Our quides are highly trained in first aid and rescue, and we have a care plan in place.
  • Rain poncho: Passaengers are provided with a rain poncho, a lightweight garment to protect against the rain.
  • Rubber boots: Passengers are provided with a pair of rubber boots due to the wet conditions of the jungle. Rain poncho: Passengers are provided with a rain poncho, a lightweight garment to protect against the rain.
  • Chef: A professional chef, specialized in cooking on the go, prepares your Delicious breakfast, lunch, and dinner to keep you energized every day. You will never go hungry!

NOT INCLUDED:

  • Travel Insurance
  • Fir’s breakfast
  • Mineral water in the first day
  • Last day Dinner
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Tips for the team
OPTIONAL
ITEMS USD OBSERVATIONS
Binoculars Usd 10.00 Per day

RECOMMEND PACKING LIST

  • Personal medications
  • Toiletries
  • Hiking shoes, flip flop
  • Flashlight and extra batteries
  • Insect repellent (30 % and 50%)
  • Sun glasses sunscreen
  • Rain ponchos or raincoat
  • Long sleeve t-shirts
  • Swimming clothes
  • Binoculars
  • Camera with extra battery
  • Day pack
  • uitos, medicación personal
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