MACAWS, TAPIR & OTTERS 5 Day BUS/PLANE -( Boca Manu, Cultural ) Tapir & Macaws, Birds & Tapir clay lick.

MANU, Paradise 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. –

On the first day of our adventure into the Jungle of Manu, we will pick you up around 6:00 AM from your Hotels in Cusco, using the service of our private SAS transport. The first part of our excursion is will take us through the majestic Andean mountains, where we will take a quick opportunity to visit a really nice pleasant lake by the name of Huacarpay, a high Andean Lagoon that boasts heaps of flora and fauna typical of the Andean mountains.  Afterwards, we will visit the town of Huancarani which contains the funeral towers of Ninamarca, a cemetery of the Lupaca Pre –Inca Culture, which we will visit briefly on our way to Paucartambo, which is known as the folkloric capital of the district of Cusco.  In the face of modern times, this small colonial pueblo has managed to hold on to its rich tradition for centuries upon centuries.   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 in our private transport 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, the “Cock of the Rocks”, where it is known to gather with others of its kind for some sort of 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 beautiful BAMBU Lodge, where we will arrive at approx. 5:00 p.m.

DAY 2. BAMBU LODGE – MAQUISAPAYOQ LODGE.-

Very early,, we will leave in the direction of Port Atalaya, on the way we will make a few stops to visit the small, native communities of Patria and Pilcopata. These communities are known to be producers of many varieties of jungle fruits even the famous Coca plant.

Later, we will begin the boating portion of our journey in a river excursion on the Madre de Dios, or “Mother of God” River, one of the tributaries of the mighty Amazon River. During our day we will have the chance to witness many types of colorful birds such as parrots, Oropendolas, vultures and others species. Hopefully, we will make some sightings of some jungle mammals such as monkeys or the famous capybaras (jungle rodents that are as much as 2.5 ft long Towards the late afternoon, we will arrive to our next sleeping destination, the MAQUISAPAYOQ LODGE, arriving approximately at 3:00 p.m. Here, there will be showers and services available. (Night walks)

DAY 3 MAQUISAPAYOQ LODGE.-

At the crack of dawn we will go on an early morning trek through the jungle on our way to enjoy the one the Amazon Jungles most impressive spectacles, the amazing Macaw Clay Lick. This is where hundreds of colorful parrots, Pericos and Guacamayos congregate to “lick” the clay thereby receiving its nutrients. The activity finishes at noon. In the afternoon, we will visit the Blanco oxbow lake where we will have a chance to see a rich biodiversity of birds, monkeys, exotic plants and even the famous Giant River Otter. In the evening, we will go to spend night at the tapir clay lick (it is a place we are the mammals goes to eat minerals for their digestions).

DAY 4. MAQUISAPAYOQ LODGE – COLORADO VILLAGE.

Early morning we will visit a beautiful oxbow lake, where we have the opportunity to see a family of Giant otter’s, Lobos de rio, although we might see same more monkeys and water birds. After lunch we will travel three hours down stream to Colorado village where we will spend the night in a local hostal. Optional to arrive to Puerto Maldonado for a better accommodation.

DAY 5 COLORADO – PUERTO MALDONADO - CUSCO.

Today we will Start early morning, after breakfast we will take a car and drive for one hours an a half, and then we take a boat for fifteen minutes to the other side of the Inambary river, where we will take a bus and drive for three hours to the airport of Puerto Maldonado to take a plane to Cusco or Lima.

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 - Lake Salvador - Boca Manu.
  • Entrance fee to the Cock of the rocks and Tapir lick lookout miradors.
  • Accommodations; Lodges & Tented Camp and 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
  • Entrance fee to the Macaw Clay Lick US$50 pp
  • 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 not included.

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

Group Price: US$ 980.00 ( Minimum with 4 person.) Private Group: 2-3 Person US$ 1,270 per person.

* (Private Group is only due to the lack of participants in the tour 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. Asmall 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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