MANU 5D EXPEDITION
Resumen
SUMMARY
Immerse yourself in the fascinating Amazon rainforest with our 5D MANU EXPEDITION from Cusco. From the Cloud Forest to the Shintuya hot springs, you will experience the natural diversity of the region. Watch the spectacular courtship ritual of the Cock of the Rock, navigate the Alto Madre de Dios River, hike along lively trails and relax in the hot springs. With stops for bird watching and a visit to the Pico de Hoz viewpoint, this trip offers you a unique experience in contact with the exuberant Amazon rainforest.
Itinerario
MANU 5D EXPEDITION
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DAY 1. – Cusco (3,300 m.a.s.l.) – Andes- (3650 m.a.s.l.) Cloud Forest (1,400 m.a.s.l.)
Start of our 5d manu expedition. The first day of our adventure begins with an early departure from Cusco in our vehicles, crossing inter-Andean valleys and peasant communities. We will visit Paucartambo, a charming colonial town, and its fascinating museum. Afterwards, we will make a brief stop in Acjanacco to have lunch and contemplate the panoramic view of the jungle from the puna. We will continue to the Cloud Forest, known for its richness in endemic species such as the Spectacled Bear and the Cock of the Rock, as well as a variety of flora such as orchids, bromeliads and ferns. Finally, we will head to the Orquídeas de San Pedro lodge for the night.
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DAY 2.- Cloud Forest – Erika Lodge (600m.a.s.l.)
At dawn, we will go in search of the fascinating Cock of the Rock, Peru’s national bird, to witness its unique courtship ritual. After breakfast, we will head to the village of Pilcopata and then to the port of Atalaya, from where we will begin an exciting boat ride down the Alto Madre de Dios River to our private reserve “Erika”. In the afternoon, we will explore trails, admire the imposing Ceiba tree and go on a night walk to observe the nocturnal life of the jungle. In addition, we offer the free option of canoeing on the Koñeq and Alto Madre de Dios rivers, enjoying the scenery and refreshing waters.
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DAY 3. – Erika Lodge
At dawn, we navigate to the Collpa, a clay wall on the Alto Madre de Dios River, where parrots such as the blue-headed and the white-eyed parakeet come to supplement their diet with minerals. After this activity, we return to the Erika Lodge for breakfast. Then, we visit Machuwasi Lake by catamaran, spotting various birds such as the hoatzin, camungos, cardinals and herons. During a walk, we can see monkeys, capybaras and snakes. Optionally, a night walk allows us to look for toads, reptiles and mammals such as monkeys and tapirs.
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DAY 4.- Erika Lodge – Aguas Calientes – Erika Lodge
After breakfast, we board our boat for a fascinating 3-hour trip down the Alto Madre de Dios River to the hot springs of Shintuya, surrounded by lush Amazonian forest. Once there, we will walk along a trail for approximately 3 hours (round trip) until we reach some impressive waterfalls, where we will be able to admire the diversity of flora and fauna of the lowland jungle. Afterwards, we will relax in the hot springs before returning to Erika Lodge, where we will spend our last night in the embrace of this magical Amazon rainforest.
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DAY 5.- Erika Lodge – Cusco
After enjoying a delicious breakfast, we pack up and head by boat back to the port of Atalaya. There, our vehicle will be waiting to take us back to Cusco. On the way, we will make a brief stop at the Mirador Pico de Hoz, a hummingbird garden and environmental conservation center, where we will be able to observe and photograph a great variety of birds. We will enjoy lunch en route and arrive early afternoon in Cusco.
Incluye
INCLUDES:
Ground transportation
River transportation
Specialized guide
Complete equipment for canoeing
01 night in our Lodge Orquídeas de San Pedro
03 nights in our Erika Lodge
All meals (vegetarian, vegan options or if you have any allergy or restriction)
Mineral water
First aid kit
Luggage guard service.
NOT INCLUDED
First breakfast
water for the first day, soft drinks, alcoholic beverages, handicrafts,
tips and last dinner.
Recomendaciones
RECOMMENDATIONS
Personal medications
Toiletrie
Sneakers / hiking shoes
Sandals
Flashlight and batteries
Long sleeve shirts
Cotton pants
Swimsuit.
Warm clothing (mornings and evenings on the river can be cold).
Flashlight and batteries
Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen
Insect repellent (40% DEET or more recommended)
Binoculars
Camera
Backpack
Preguntas
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What do we find in Manu?
The PNM is home to a large number of wildlife species. About 160 species of mammals, more than 1,000 species of birds (mostly resident), about 140 species of amphibians, 50 species of snakes, 40 species of lizards, 6 species of turtles, 3 species of caimans and 210 species of fish have been recorded.
What can you do in Manu?
You can also go hiking, navigate the rivers and streams to appreciate the rich diversity of animal species, as well as bird watching. The “Manu Route” is one of the most famous in the world for the great diversity of birds that you can find.
What are the most representative flora and fauna species found in Manu?
Jaguar (Panthera onca)
Giant Otter (Pteronura brasiliensis)
Cock-of-the-rock (Rupicola peruviana)
Big-headed macaw (Ara chloropterus)
Black caiman (Melanosuchus niger)
Spider monkey (Ateles chameck)
How much does the entrance fee to Manu National Park cost?
Manu National Park 30.00 SOLES
How to get to Manu National Park?
100% recommended is to take a transport to Atalaya, located in front of the Madre de Dios River and from where you can hire boat rides and hikes in the middle of the jungle. You can get to Atalaya from Pilcopata in a shared cab (10 soles per person) or in a private moto-taxi (60 soles).
What do you think is humanity’s interest in Manu?
The greatest biodiversity in the world
Recognized as the most biologically diverse protected area in the world by UNESCO, Manu National Park is home to more than a thousand species of birds and nearly two hundred mammal species.
What can we do to care for and preserve the species of Manu National Park?
In the National Parks it is not allowed to uproot or cut the vegetation, nor to collect its fruits, flowers and seeds. It is forbidden to disturb, injure, capture or kill wild animals, their eggs, young or larvae. It is forbidden to introduce plants or release animals. We must respect the silence of nature.
How many plant species are there in Manu National Park?
Flora of the Manu rainforest contains some of the most biodiverse plant species in the world. Located in South America, more than 80,000 species of plants grow in the Amazon rainforest.
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