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Manu National Park reserved zone 8 days

Locations Visited	:	Manu National Park,reserved zone 8 days
Type of Activity	:	trekking , adventure, Boat
Time of Tour	:	8 Days
Price	:	USD$ 990.00
Physical Grading	:
Tranportation	:	Bus, boat

Manu National Park is one of the most important tropical areas in the world, located in the south eastern region of Peru between Cusco and Madre de Dios departments. In 1977 was declared by the UNESCO as Biosphere Reserve and in 1987 recognized as World Inheritance.

Manu Biosphere Reserve has an immense biodiversity, with 16 different ecosystems from the Puna (Ichu Grassland) to the Lowland Forest, is possible to find different ethnic groups still without contact conserving the traditional lifestyle.

At the same time is the habitat of many endangerous species, as the Giant Otters (Pteronura brasiliensis), Black Caimans (Melanosuchus Niger) and the Cock of the Rock (Rupicula peruviana); host more than 1000 bird species, 13 species of monkeys and the 10% of the existent plants of the planet.
Manu National Park is for sure one of the most important lungs of the world.

DAY 01: CUSCO – CLOUD FOREST – PILLCOPATA

Leaving from Cusco very early in the morning in our comfortable bus. Ascending to the high mountain area of Paucartambo. On the way we visit the funeral towers or chullpas of Ninamarca. The bus then descents through the mysteriouscloud forest full of beautiful orchids, heliconias and primitive ferns. Stopping to give you an opportunity to witness Cock of the Rocks (Rupicola Peruvians) mating ritual. There are also possibilities to observe the Amazonian Umbrella bird (Cephalopteros Ornatus), Trogons (Trogon sp.) and many more. With luck the only South American bear, the Spectacled Bear (Tremarctos ornatus). In the afternoon we arrive to the village of PILLCOPATA .our typicallodge. Showers and toilets available.

DAY 02: PILLCOPATA LODGE – BOCA MANU

After an early and delicious breakfast, we take the bus about 30minutes and the rest of the day is spent traveling on the Alto Madre de Dios river by bout . On the way you can see a variety of bird life, like herons, egrets, kingfishers, and the ever present vultures of which the most spectacular is the condor of the jungle, King Vulture (Sarcoramphus papa). In the afternoon a short stop at the village of Boca Manu to have refreshing cold beverage. Walks in the afternoon and a night walk to spot caimans

in the lake. Night in lodge. Showers and toilets available. Optional flight in at Boca Manu.

DAY 03: BOCA MANU – OTORONGO LAKE

The boat trip goes on and one will be able to understand why Manu is so famous for its wildlife. On the river edges you will be able to observe groups of turtles, White Caimans (Caiman cocodrylus), Capybaras (Hydrochaeris) and maybe a Jaguar (Panthera Onca) resting on a log and observing its territory. Arriving in the afternoon to our campsite in Otorongo. We will the only agency camping there. Later on visiting the trails around the Otorongo Oxbow Lake and the giant otter observation tower together with the guide to learn the functions and secrets of the jungle. Night in SAFARI Camping. Showers and toilets available

DAY 04: OTORONGO LAKE – SALVADOR LAKE

Today the group visit another oxbow lake called Salvador,which is half an hour boat trip from Otorongo. Here paddling silently on a Catamaran, you have again possibilities to observe a family of giant otters fishing and playing, black caimans and many different rare bird life like the Hoatzins (Opisthocomus hoatzin). Here in Manu the animals have never suffered hunting pressure from man. In the afternoon we return to our campsite in Otorongo. Night in SAFARI Camping . Showers and toilets available.

DAY 05: OTORONGO LAKE – PAKITZA

In the morning the group go by boat from Otorongo until Pakitza one the way you have again possibilities to observe a black caimans and many different rare bird .Then you arrive to Pakitza where you explores the trail and observe another kind of mammals. In the afternoon we return to our campsite in Otorongo. NIGTH SAFARI CAMPING. Showers and toilets available.

DAY 6: OTORONGO LAKE – BOCA MANU

The call of the red howler monkey (Alouatta seniculus ) will wake us up .We unfortunately need to start our return on Manu river, and one will be able to understand why Manu is so famous for its wildlife. On the river edges you will be able to observe groups of turtles, White Caimans (Caiman cocodrylus), Capybaras (Hydrochaeris) and maybe a Jaguar (Panthera Onca) resting on a log and observing its territory. Past the Nigth in Lodge with Showers and toilets available

DAY 7: BOCA MANU – AMAZON LODGE

We wake up early and after breakfast we will start our trip back to Aguas Calientes where you can observe more birds and plants in the beaches , arriving in the afternoon to the hot springs to enjoy this curative water. Night in Lodge . Showers and toilets available.

DAY 8: AMAZON LODGE – CLOUD FOREST – CUSCO

Take the boat from Amazon lodge to Atalaya where the bus is waiting for us, back to Cusco, visiting the cloud forest again. Arrival in the afternoon. approximately 6-7 pm.

PRICE: $ 980USD

PAYMENT

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Complete the form.

1.- Ensure you get the form to fill it in.

2.- The payement is in american dollars and write the amount in letters.

3.- Then write in numbers the amount you will send.

4.- Copy the receptionist information as follows:

Name: David

Surname: Mancilla Muchari

Address : calle Suecia 380 C - Plaza de armas , Cusco City: CUSCO

Country: Peru

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SERVICES INCLUDED:

  All terrestrial transport

  Fluvial transport.

  Team of security.

  Professional specialized guides.

  Efficient team of motorists.

  3 meals per day and snacks.

  nights in Lodge

  Excellent cook service.

  Radio communication service during the whole trip.

  Comforts: seats, tables, etc.

  First-aid kit ,Rubber boots

  Mineral Water during the trip

  Entrance fee to Manu Reserve $80

EVERYTHING

Not Include:

  First breakfast, Cola and Beer.

THINGS YOU SHOULD BRING ON TRIP TO MANU

Sun screen lotion
Warm clothing
100% waterproof rain wear
Sandals
Flashlights
Binoculars
Sun glasses
Plastic bag
Towel swimming suit
Day pack
Camera and film with enough batteries ASA 400
One bottle of water for the first day