Manu: Amazon Jungle Wildlife & Macaw Clay Lick Tour
ID: GYG1459342-2227569
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País: Peru
Duração:
5 dias
Descrição
Explore Manu for 5 days, navigating Amazonian rivers and rainforest trails. Spot macaws, giant otters, monkeys and caimans, with chances to see tapirs and jaguars.
Start your 5-day adventure from Cusco and travel deep into the Amazon rainforest of Manu National Park. Your journey begins at approximately 5:45 a.m. with a private transfer from your hotel.
Day 1: Cusco – Ninamarca – Paucartambo – Cloud Forest – Pilcopata
Travel through the Andes to Ninamarca, where you will visit ancient pre-Inca funerary chullpas. Continue to Paucartambo and then cross Abra Acjanaco, the gateway to Manu National Park. Descend through the lush Cloud Forest, where you can spot colorful birds, monkeys, orchids and ferns. In the afternoon, arrive at Pilcopata and spend the night at Pona Lodge.
Day 2: Pilcopata – Atalaya – Manu River – Cocha Otorongo
Leave early at approximately 3:30 a.m. and travel to Puerto Atalaya. From there, board a boat for a scenic journey along the Manu River. Look for monkeys, caimans, turtles, capybaras and birds, with opportunities to search for jaguars along the riverbanks. Visit Cocha Otorongo and climb its observation tower to look for giant otters and black caimans. Spend the night at Casa Matsiguenka Lodge.
Day 3: Cocha Salvador – Macaw Clay Lick – Rainforest Trails
Explore Cocha Salvador by catamaran and look for giant otters, caimans, monkeys and a variety of birds. Later, visit a macaw clay lick and observe colorful macaws gathering to feed on the mineral-rich clay. In the afternoon, walk through rainforest trails with a naturalist guide, followed by a night walk to search for nocturnal wildlife.
Day 4: Manu Reserved Area – Tapir Clay Lick
Enjoy an early morning nature walk or a final visit to the lake before continuing by boat along the Manu River. In the afternoon, visit a tapir clay lick, where you may observe these elusive mammals. Spend the night at Papaya Eco Lodge in the heart of the rainforest.
Day 5: Papaya Eco Lodge – Cusco
After breakfast, begin your return journey from the Amazon to Cusco. Enjoy the changing landscapes along the route and arrive in Cusco between approximately 4:00 and 6:00 p.m., where the tour ends.
Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed and the itinerary may be adjusted according to weather, river conditions and recent wildlife reports from local naturalist guides.
Destaques
- Search for jaguars and giant otters along the Manu River.
- Watch colorful macaws gather at a natural clay lick.
- Explore rainforest trails and discover nocturnal wildlife.
- Discover the misty Cloud Forest and its diverse birdlife.
- Visit Cocha Salvador and observe monkeys, caimans and tropical birds.
Idiomas de guia
INFORMAÇÕES IMPORTANTES
The Manu journey includes long road and boat transfers, rainforest walks, and remote areas with limited Internet and mobile phone coverage.
Entry fees to local conservation centers are paid separately in cash and Peruvian soles.
Please inform us in advance if you have any dietary restrictions or important personal information.
INCLUÍDO
- High-quality service and safety.
- Pre-departure meeting with your guide at your hotel the day before the hike at 6:00 PM or at a coordinated time.
- Entry to Manu National Park, zone lakes, and private natural reserves.
- Professional English-speaking jungle and bird guides with 3–10 years of experience, trained in first aid and rescue. Local chefs prepare Peruvian, jungle, vegetarian, and vegan meals following hygiene standards.
- Local drivers and crew with extensive experience navigating the Alto Madre de Dios River.
- Lodge accommodation using local and sustainable materials.
- Kitchen equipment and utensils.
- Food: 4 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners, and snacks.
- Bottled drinking water at accommodations. Reusable bottle recommended.
- Travel bag and rubber boots.
- Land and water transportation, including personal belongings.
- Emergency equipment, first aid kit, and remote medical assistance.
- Prescription medications must be brought by the traveler. Guides are not authorized to prescribe treatment.
NÃO INCLUÍDO
- Breakfast on the first day and dinner on the last day.
- Entry fees to local conservation centers.
- Personal binoculars (optional).
- Tips for the crew.
Quando devo reservar?
Para garantir a disponibilidade, reserve o mais cedo possível. A reserva antecipada vale a pena considerar especialmente se você estiver planejando a viagem durante a alta temporada, como feriados ou fins de semana.
Cancelamentos
Esta excursão você pode cancelar sem custo até 24 horas antes do início da viagem. Se você cancelar após 24 horas ou não comparecer à excursão, ainda será cobrado o preço total da atividade. Chegar atrasado na coleta ou partida será considerado como não comparecimento.
