Parque Manu Peru Tour Details This adventure begins in Cusco. The trip will take us to Paucartambo to witness the sunrise at Tres Cruces. A natural spectacle in the early morning sky. Many visitors say it is an unforgettable experience. We’ll dive into Manu’s Cloud Forest. The drive will take us to Pilcopata, a small town in the jungle, to settle into a cozy lodge nearby. As a local tour operator, we support local communities. We compromise with the conservation of the Parque Manu Peru. Your trip to Manu with us will ensure the lowest possible carbon footprint. During your trip, you’ll explore not only by foot. Join us on exhilarating boat rides along Alto Madre de Dios River. And of course, we’ll have animal encounters during our expeditions. The experience of a Manu Peru Tour is not only about visiting, you’ll also relax. The Shintuya Hot Springs will offer its medicinal properties. Enjoy hot springs in the middle of the jungle. The visit to the famed Macaw clay licks after a boat ride in the Manu River will be one of the highlights of the trip. You’ll see hundreds of colorful parrots on the riverside and in flight. For the last nights of our Manu Peru Tour, the Casa Matsigenka Lodge will receive us. The lodge is run by Matsigenka people. Here you’ll have the opportunity for cultural exchange. Learn about the natives that thrive in the region and its culture. Of course, we have to visit the Oxbow Lakes. There, we’ll be able to observe the native fauna. If you are lucky, you may encounter an Otorongo (Jaguar) in Otorongo Lake. Your Manu Reserved Zone Tour will include the Manu Biosphere Reserve. Relish on the visit to the oxbow lakes from Catamaran. We want to ensure your chances for the most animal encounters. Oxbow lakes create the best opportunity to observe native fauna. After a boat ride to Boca Manu, the visit to the Diamante Native Community begins. This allows for more cultural experiences. You’ll learn about this native community life and background. You’ll experience a bonfire barbecue at Dorado Lodge. During your stay in this last lodge, you’ll explore the surroundings and enjoy native gastronomy. This Manu Peru Tour, led by our expert tour guides, offers the best of Parque Manu Peru. Experience both the natural and cultural richness of the Amazon jungle. This Parque Manu Peru Tour is highly recommended for nature lovers and adventurers.
Nincamarca and Paucartambo
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Your adventure begins early, we’ll depart from Cusco at 4:00 am. On our drive, we’ll stop at Nincamarca to visit ancient tombs. Paucartambo is our next destination. We’ll take a look at the town layout, which remains from colonial times. Also its church is a notable sighting. After a while, we’ll arrive at Tres Cruces. Here you want to catch the sunrise. The views of the sunrise here are amazing no matter what. But to witness the 3 crosses of the sun, you need luck and a clear sky. We’ll then descend into the Manu Cloud Forest. Here, we’ll spend two hours exploring the area. If you are lucky, you’ll encounter the Cock of the Rock. By reaching Pilcopata, our drive is almost over. Our day ends at the Amazon Jungle Lodge.
Upper Madre de Dios River
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After breakfast we’ll start a hour and a half drive to Atalaya Pier. On the way we’ll make a stop in a viewpoint to appreciate the Manu Rainforest. We’ll go on a short boat ride at the Alto Madre de Dios River.
This day you will have the chance to enjoy the Manu Hot Springs. We’ll return to our lodge for a typical lunch.
You’ll have free time before a night tour around the lodge.
Visit to the famous macaw clay licks
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Our early start of the day will be due to our visit to the famous Macaw Clay Licks. After this wonderful spectacle, we’ll return to our lodge for breakfast.
Next you’ll go on a boat ride on the Manu River. Here you may see black caimans and turtles basking on top of the water.
We’ll pass a control point at the Limonal Station (as part of every Manu Reserved Zone Tours). We’ll arrive at Casa Matsiguenka Lodge.
The afternoon includes a visit to the Oxbow Lakes, with a possible sighting of Giant River Otters. We’ll return to the Casa Matsiguenka Lodge. You can opt for a night tour through the jungle.
Exploring the virgin rainforest of the Manu Reserve
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We’ll have a breakfast prepared with native ingredients. After which we’ll explore the pristine forest of the Manu Biosphere Reserve. This will be the most complete exploration of flora and fauna in our Manu Peru Tour.
For lunch, we’ll have a picnic-like lunch in the forest. Post-lunch, we’ll have the Catamaran trip to observe the Oxbow Lakes in the lowland rainforest.
Spend another night at Casa Matsigenka at the end of the day.
We will visit the Diamante indigenous community
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After breakfast we’ll leave Casa Matsiguenka. A boat ride will take us to Boca Manu. Before reaching Boca Manu, we’ll then visit the Diamante Native Community. You’ll be able to engage with locals and their culture.
We’ll be staying in Dorado Lodge, here we’ll have lunch. You’ll explore around this lodge.
In the evening, we’ll have a bonfire barbecue. Enjoy some meat and beverages as well as the social interaction.
boat ride back to the port of Atalaya
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Our final day begins after breakfast. A boat ride will take us back to Atalaya Port.
From there, a bus will pick us up. This is how our Cusco Manu journey comes to an end. The drive back to Cusco will be long.
Our Cusco arrival will be around 7–8 pm. This depends on the climate conditions during the drive back home and the transit.
This tour crosses multiple ecosystems from the Andes to the Amazon, so weather, road conditions, and wildlife sightings can vary significantly.
It lasts 6 days and 5 nights, covering Andes, cloud forest, and Amazon rainforest.
You will stay in eco-lodges and jungle lodges, usually basic but comfortable and surrounded by nature.
Possible sightings include monkeys, macaws, capybaras, caimans, spectacled bears, and many tropical birds, depending on conditions.
It is moderate, involving long travel days, boat rides, and jungle walks, so basic fitness is recommended.
No experience is required, but you should be comfortable with remote travel and changing climates.
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A very enriching experience, full of history and good coordination even with changing weather during the route.
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