MANU BIRDWATCHERS 5 DAY- Bus/Bus - ( Manu Cultural Zone ) Parrots clay lick, Machuhuasi Lake & Caimanchayoq Lake

MANU, Paraiso Natural by far the richest, most extraordinary biological transect in the Peruvian Amazon, or the world, starts in Cusco and runs northeast by road and river to the great Manu Wilderness. Manu offers by far the greatest quantity and diversity of animals and plants in the world. No other destination in Peru or beyond can compare with Manu Nowhere else can you enjoy a superbly intact transect of tropical habitats from Andean grasslands and cloud forests down to foothill and lowland forests.

DAY 1 CUSCO – BAMBU LODGE .- Early at 05:45 am pick up from your hotels in Cusco, first part of our excursion will take us through the majestic Andean mountains, after an 45 minutes we will find Huacarpay lake, a high Andean Lagoon that boasts heaps of flora and fauna typical of the Andean mountains a paradise to see birds. Afterwards we will arrive to Huancarani which contains the funeral towers of Ninamarca, a cemetery of the Lupaca Pre –Inca Culture, then we will reach Paucartambo, the famous traditional and folkloric town. At mid-day we will arrive at the entrance of Manu National Park and access to one of the most protected natural areas in South America. We will continue on our bus down a dirt road and on through the thick fog from which this section of the forest takes it name. Eventually we will arrive at the home of the exotic Peruvian National Bird, Gallito de las rocas, the “Cock of the Rocks”, to observe the social gathering that seems reminiscent of a large courtship. You will find that this is quite an amazing spectacle complete with an impressive array of sounds and colours that can only be found in the jungle. For our first night, we will stay in the BAMBU Lodge, where we will arrive at approx. 5:00 p.m

Day 2 BAMBU LODGE - SOGA DE ORO LODGE.- In the morning we will drive 1hours an a half (approximately) to ATALAYA PORT, on the way we have the opportunity to see the coca plantation and orchids garden. When arrive to Atalaya port we take a motor boat for about 20 minute down stream (Alto madre de dios river) and finally we arrive to Soga de oro Lodge where we will have a lunch. In the afternoon we visit the Caimanchayoq Lake, where you can see many types of birds, monkeys and caimans at night. ( Walks at night optional )

Day 3 SOGA DE ORO LODGE.- We have to wake up early in the morning an take the motor bote for 20 minutes approximately, then we will visit the amazing parrot clay lick, where we will see a truly breathtaking Diversity of birds, plants and animals that all live harmoniously deep within the confines of the rainforest. We will hopefully see a get a chance to see some more monkeys. After the parrots activity. We will go bat to the lodge to have breakfast. Them we will go to explore the primary forest. In the afternoon, we will visit the Machuwasy Lake, where we explore the lake in a traditional wooden boat, in this place we can see more colour full birds, and some times it is possible to see Capybaras and Monkeys. Walks at night optional (night at Soga de oro lodge)

Day 4 SOGA DE ORO LODGE - BAMBOO LODGE.- In the morning, we will travel for two ours and a half down stream to visit the (hot spring natural site), on the way we have the chance to see many types of birds, lake herons, egrets, king fishers, vultures, etc, and also some types mammals lake a capybaras and monkeys. After enjoyed the hot spring we will go back to BAMBU LODGE.

Day 5 BAMBOO LODGE – CUSCO.- This day of our return, we will have an early morning departure from the BAMBU LODGE in the direction to CUSCO. We will pass through the beautiful Sacred Valley on the way, arriving in Cusco around 7.00pm (Approximately).

Note.- -If we didn’t see the Andean cook of the rock the first day in the afternoon, we can visit the last day in the morning -If we don’t visit the parrots clay lick due to the bad weather (raining conditions) we can visit it on day four of our trip.

WHAT IS INCLUDED.-

  • Qualified naturalist guide speaking English with telescope binoculars and own equipment.
  • Private Transport van to Atalaya Port and Return Atalaya to Cusco.
  • Transportación by equiped private boat Atalaya.
  • Entrance fee to Cock of the rocks and parrots clay lick
  • Accommodations; Lodges, beds with mosquitoes nets.
  • Full Board Meals ( breakfast, lunch and dinner; vegetarian option by request )
  • Drinking water provided, Bottled water for cooking.
  • First Aid Kit, extractor for poison.
  • Manu birds and wildlife checking list
  • Radio communication.

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED.-

  • Binocular
  • Money for extra soft drinks and beers.
  • Personal items and medicines (gear, clothing, laundry, telephone calls, etc.)
  • Optional tips for the staff tour guide, cook, motorists
  • Accommodation in Cusco or Pisac not included.

CONFIRMED DEPARTURES on : Monday, Wednesday and Saturday (Year round.)

Group Price: US$ 595 per person. ( Minimum with 4 person.)

Private Group: 2-3 Person US$ 770 per person.

* ( Private Group is only due to the lack of participants basically or your desire ).

** Pre-departure briefing the night before of your trip at your hotel at 7.00 pm with your tour guide.

WHAT TO BRING: Lightweight, tightweave long cotton pants & long -sleaved cotton shirts preferably in green or tan colours, A fleece and a windbreaker are advisable for cool evenings. ( friajes) Light raingear (poncho) for sudden downpours, Sneakers (covered shoes) or other low heeled walking shoes are essential, A light hat and suntan lotion, Mosquitoes repellent is a must, preferably with deet. A small backpack for your personal ítems while you are hiking. A water bottle Good binoculars ( it can be hired in cusco ) Flashlight or headlight with spare batteries, Pocketknife and a few energy snacks will be very useful. Personal gear  long pants, bathing suit, sun glasses, Toiletries, ( towel, soap, toilet paper, handkerchief, etc.) Cameras, 400 exp film, camera charger ( bring extra batteries ) protect in a plastic bags. Photocopy of passport , yellow fever vaccination is mandatory, essential on this trip. Extra money preferible in soles for drinks, handicrafts and tips. Photography: we recommend that you use film of 400 asa or higher for the darker areas under the canopy. normal 100 asa can be used when out on the river or lakes. protect your equipment against moisture with waterproof cases. Rubber boots for the wet season are provided by SAS.

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