Manu Reserved Zone Tour 6 Days

Day 1 Cusco – Pilcopata Lodge

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   Chullpas de Ninamarca

   Our journey starts in Cusco, boarding a private bus and first visiting the ancient Ninamarca burial towers.

2. 2

   Paucartambo

   Next, we wind through the mountains to reach Paucartambo, a town rich in folklore and tradition.

3. 3

   2 hours

   After a brief stroll there, we head to Tres Cruces, the highest peak and the gateway to Manu National Park. Entering the Cloud Forest, our path leads us to San Pedro, where a one-hour hike offers glimpses of Peru's national bird, the Cock of the Rock, alongside various monkeys, plants, and flowers.

4. 4

   Pillcopata

   6 hours

   The day ends as we arrive at Pilcopata, settling in for the night at a cozy local lodge.

Day 2 Pilcopata – Bonanza

1. 1

   3 hours Admission ticket included

   Post-breakfast, we'll travel by private bus to Atalaya, pausing en route to marvel at a cocoa plantation and a viewpoint offering expansive jungle and river vistas. In Atalaya, we embark to Aguas Calientes, where the natural hot springs invite a relaxing bath.

2. 2

   1 hour 30 min Admission ticket included

   Our voyage continues to Bonanza Reserve Ecological, featuring camping platforms, where we'll arrive by mid-afternoon. As evening approaches, we'll explore the jungle.

3. 3

   Manu National Park

   1 hour 30 min

   Post-dinner, our adventure extends into a nocturnal jungle walk, seeking out spiders and snakes.

4. 4

   6 hours Admission ticket included

   The day concludes comfortably at our lodge in Bonanza.

Day 3 Bonanza Ecological Reserve – Casa Matchiguenca Lodge

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   2 hours Admission ticket included

   Post-breakfast, we set off downstream on the Alto Madre de Dios River towards the Diamante native community, where we'll learn about their customs and lifestyle.

2. 2

   1 hour 30 min

   Next, we stop at Boca Manu Village for some refreshments and relaxation, then enter the Manu Biosphere Reserve via the Manu River

3. 3

   2 hours Admission ticket included

   Our journey includes a checkpoint at Puesto de vigilancia Limonal, followed by a scenic boat ride to Casa Matchiguenca Lodge. En route, we're likely to spot diverse wildlife such as capybaras, peccaries, monkeys, colorful birds, and possibly caimans or even jaguars.

4. 4

   2 hours 30 min Admission ticket included

   By late afternoon, we arrive at Casa Machiguenga Lodge, a rustic yet cozy accommodation managed by the indigenous Matchiguenka, the original stewards of Manu’s wilderness. An optional night walk is available.
   Casa Matsiguenka, built with traditional techniques, offers 12 twin rooms with mosquito nets and fully screened windows. It features a private trail system, Matsiguenka guides for excursions, an interpretation center, and locally crafted souvenirs, providing an immersive experience in the Manu National Park's jungle.

Day 4 Casa Matchigenka

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   10 hours Admission ticket included

   Today, our exploration of the jungle is extensive, offering opportunities to see a diverse array of wildlife including tapirs, collared peccaries, monkeys, coatis, and various birds like eagles, parrots, and toucans. Amidst this, we'll also encounter medicinal plants, exotic flowers, and the towering trees of the jungle. Lunch will be enjoyed in this natural setting.
   Post-lunch, we'll visit the stunning Salvador Lake and Otorongo Lake. Here, taking in sights of the wildlife inhabiting these waters, including White and Black Caimans, and the renowned Giant Otter. The day's adventure concludes with a return to Casa Matchiguenca Lodge, where we'll rest for the night.

Day 5 Casa Matchiguenca Lodge –Reserva Harpy Lodge

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   Manu National Park

   10 hours

   Departing Casa Machigenga Lodge post-breakfast, we resume our river journey downstream towards Boca Manu. On this leg, if luck favors us, we might spot the elusive Jaguar along the riverbanks. Our voyage includes a stop at the Native Community of Isla de los Valles, where we'll immerse ourselves in their culture and lifestyle. For those interested in local crafts, there's an opportunity to purchase handicrafts directly from the community.
   In the afternoon, we're off to a nearby lake for an exciting piranha fishing experience. Following this, we'll navigate upstream on the Alto Madre de Dios River to our Harpy Lodge. The evening promises a relaxing time with a bonfire, drinks, and a BBQ, creating a perfect end to an adventurous day.

Day 6 Harpy Lodge – Atalaya — Cusco

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   4 hours 10 min

   As the dawn gently wakes us, we begin our farewell to the Amazon. After packing our bags and enjoying breakfast, we headed towards the port of Atalaya.

2. 2

   Cusco

   4 hours 10 min

   There, our bus will be ready to take us on the journey back to the city of Cusco, bringing our Amazonian adventure to a close.