MANU EXPLORER

4 Days / 3 Nights

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 ECO LODGE
DAY 3	PAPAYA ECO LODGE - CAMUFLAGE HOUSE (CLAY LICK TAPIR)
DAY 4	PAPAYA ECO LODGE – CUSCO

Itinerary 

DAY 1: CUSCO – PONA LODGE

Leaving from Cusco in our comfortable bus. Ascending to the Paucartambo. On the way we visit the funeral towers or chullpas of Ninamarca. The bus descents through the mysterious cloud forest full of beautiful orchids, heliconias and primitive ferns. Stopping to give you an opportunity to witness Cock of the Rocks (Rupicola Peruviana) 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 evening we arrive to typical lodge. Showers and toilets share

• Meals: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner
• Accommodation: Pilcopata 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 ECO LODGE

After delicious breakfast in the morning the bus transfers the group to the port of Atalaya. Aproximality you will go 4 hours on the Alto Madre de Dios River. On the way you can see a variety of bird life as herons, egrets, kingfishers, and the ever-present vultures of which the most spectacular the King Vulture (Sarcoramphus papa).

Around to the mid-day where have time to enjoy hot spring (1H) and this activity we arrived our lodge, in the evening we have night walk for explore night animals and frog, toad and snake and spider. This nigh also we go to the small ox bow lake or stream for looking for Caiman.

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

DAY 03. PAPAYA ECO LODGE - CAMUFLAGE HOUSE (CLAY LICK TAPIR)

This day we go to explore in side to the forest were we will see what is offering the nature for our group this day we going to looking for monkeys, mammals, macaw, parrot o jaguar depend of our lucky time also different species in trees, bushes, flower and medicinal plant, still our lunch time and olso for lunch we have typical jungle food, in the afternoon we to in to jungle area. 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 - Dinner
• Accommodation: Papaya Eco Lodge – Camuflage House
• Distance:250 - 300 km / 186 miles
• Difficulty: Easy
• Walking time: There may be short walks or explorations, up to 5 hours maximum.

DAY 04 : AMAZON LODGE - CUSCO

This morning we wake up very early. Our delicious breakfast, we take on the boat, unfortunately we will come back by boat to the port atalaya port after that we will take the bus to return until Cusco.

• 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 (3 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.
• 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:

• First breakfast
• Last dinner
• Extras money

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