MANU JUNGLE CULTURAL ZONE 4D/3N
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- Type:
- Ecological
- Code:
- SLAM01
- Visited Destinations:
- MANU JUNGLE TOURS
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DEPARTURES : Every day DURATION : 4D/3N TYPE : Ecological PERIOD : All year We leave from cusco early in the morning, visit the interesting pre- Inca tombs on Ninamarca, the colonial town of Paucartambo, and then down to the cloud forest. Here , thick cloak of clouds provides perpetual humidity and makes an ideal habitat for epiphytic plants such as bromeliads.
Itinerary
DAY 01:We leave from cusco early in the morning, visit the interesting pre- Inca tombs on Ninamarca, the colonial town of Paucartambo, and then down to the cloud forest. Here , thick cloak of clouds provides perpetual humidity and makes an ideal habitat for epiphytic plants such as bromeliads. This varied and fascinating world is home of the cock on the rock, spectacled bear, orchids, tree ferns (one of the oldest living plants) mosses and lichens. At least 50% of the plant species found here are endemic to this region. Overnight in our orquideas the “San Pedro” lodges.
DAY 2:
We observe the ritual mating dance of the cock of the rock (rupi
Cola peruviana). Peru’s national bird, from the platform .after breakfast we continue in our overland transport down the narrow road between waterfalls and canyons toward Pilcopata town. after 30 minutes bus ride we will arrive to the port of Atalaya ,board our covered motorized boat and head down the alto Madre de Dios river for approximately 30 minutes toward our private reserve “Erika Lodge” where we will spend the next two nights .short walk around the lodge.
1 opcional: Descend with mountain bikes from our orquideas the San Pedro Lodge (1700 m.a.s.l) cloud forest to pilcopata – high jungle (700 m.a.s.l)
2 opcional: A 3 hour rafting trip down the Ccosñipata river where we will have the opportunity for a dip and of course enjoy the spectacular view of the Koñeq canyon. Continuing down the alto Madre de Dios rivers to Erika lodge.
DAY 3:
The great diversity of wildlife around the lodge is due to the wide altitude range of this beautiful site. immediately after breakfast ,we start walking and our guide will explain us about insects ,medicinal plants, trees reptiles, mammals, etc .before returning for lunch we can have the chance to swim in the clear water of natural pools of a stream close to the lodge.
Early in the afternoon we will have a short boat ride to visit a small lake near the alto Madre the Dios river. Here we will have the chance to see the hoatzin, a primitive bird, caimans, many species of birds, insects, etc. This will be our last night in this wonderful Amazon jungle. Overnight in the lodge.
Opcional canopy tour: Our guests traverse from tree to tree and platform to platform using pulleys on horizontal traverse cables. as they shall through the treetops of the tropical rainforest canopy, and over the trails far below. Expert guides assist you in the exciting journey through the different layers of the virgin rain forest And explain what’s going on around you, from the time you leave the ground , until you rappel back down to the forest floor.
DAY 4:
Early wake up to board our boat ,after five minutes ride ,we will arrive to a small “Collpa” , which is a wall of clay in the riverbanks where many species of parrots feed for mineral and salt supplements to their diet of seeds and fruits .after this colourful and noisy show we continue by boat to Atalaya port and then the bus back to Cusco arriving late in the afternoon. End of our services.
Include
- Specialized and bilingual guide
- Camping equipment
- 01 night in San Pedro open air lodge
- 02 nights in Erika lodge
- All meals
- First aid kit
- All land and river transportation
- Rafting equipment
- Safety box for values and storage for luggage
Notes
Things you should bring along on your rip to Manu:
- Binoculars, camera and film ASA 200, 400 for the inner forest.
- Sleeping bag
- Warm clothing (in case of a cold front) ,long sleeves shirts and long pants (cotton).
- 100% waterproof rain gear (long poncho or rain wear)
- insect repellent ( at least 50% deet) sun cream lotion
- one pair of lightweight ankle height boots and sandals
- flashlight ,enough batteries (alkaline and bulbs)
- wide brim hat (for sunny days), sun glasses.
- Towel swimming suit, personal medicines.
- Day pack , and one back pack or duffel bag of luggage per person.
- One bottle of water for the first day, plastic bags.
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