Machupicchu Explorers:CUSTOM MANU AMAZON TOUR 4 DAYS

CUSTOM MANU AMAZON TOUR 4 DAYS

ITINERARY CODE: MANU01

This tour is designed for a long enough stay to experience the authentic Amazonian jungle at our private property in the Manu Cultural Zone. Better lodging, longer time at location, and opportunities to see wildlife increase on this extended tour.

Our river tubing adventure starts at the beautiful beaches of Palotoa River. You will flow with the river through lush jungle landscapes with chances to see wildlife while you cool off on a sunny day at our private Robles Ecological Reserve. Ideally situated in Manu National Park, you get to experience river tubing at its best!

DAY 01: CUSCO – CLOUD FOREST - MANU RAINFOREST LODGE
We’ll pick you up at your hotel at 4:30 a.m. to start our busy day of travel and tour. We have much to see and lots to do! It’s a day full of picturesque visits, starting with the beautiful chullpas of Ninamarca (pre-Inca tombs); then Paucartambo an impressive colonial town with historic bridges and buildings. From there we will make our way to Acjanaco, paving the way to the entry of the biosphere of Manu National Park with its impressive cloud forest: home to wild bromeliads, orchids and colorful birds (Rupicola peruviana), woolly and capuchin monkeys, as well as colorful butterflies and rare insects. In the afternoon we will arrive on the banks of the river Alto Madre de Dios where we will leave the minivan. Here waiting for us is a traditional wooden boat to cruise the river watching for birds and river creatures until we reach our comfortable hostel in the jungle.
Overnight in Manu Rainforest Lodge.

DAY 02: MANU RAINFOREST LODGE - ROBLES TREEHOUSE LODGES
Our ecological tours at Robles Tours offer excellent experiences full of adventure and awe at the untamed virgin forest and its inhabitants of the great Amazon basin. After breakfast we travel by boat 45 minutes via Rio Palotoa to reach Robles Tree House Lodge. Once we arrive we will have time available to explore the heart of our ecological reserve. The evening is reserved for a night walk in search of creatures such as: snakes, amphibians, spiders and monkeys. In the darkness of night we’ll have the spectacle of fireflies lighting up the sky and shadows of bats attracted by our lanterns. Most certainly we’ll see timid tarantulas that go out hunting in the dark and sparkling stars that light our way.
Overnight in Robles Tree House and private reserve.

DAY 03: PARROT CLAY LICK, WALKS & RIVER SWIMMING
Today for our morning activity, we will wake up at 5:00 a.m. At 5:20 a.m. we will begin our watch for the meeting of hundreds of parrots, parakeets and dazzling macaws (Aras) that come to feed on the mineral-rich clay at the clay lick (colpa) on the river. Capybaras and monkeys often pay a visit, jumping on the edge of the forest. Toucans and woodpeckers make colorful displays as they fly over our heads to reach the other side of the forest. After breakfast we have yet more trails to explore. Midday we will celebrate with a typical lunch accompanied by a well-deserved beer. Then you have the option to take a refreshing swim in the river, to escape the heat and enjoy a new view of the jungle. From the river it’s easy to spy monkeys and exotic birds. Those who do not want to swim can make use of our very relaxing hammocks. In the afternoon we return to Manu Rainforest Lodge in our motorized dugout canoe.
Once we arrive and you are installed in your room, you can join a night walk in search of alligators, armadillos, and nocturnal monkeys; and many unusual insects.
Overnight in Manu Rainforest Lodge

DAY 04: MANU RAINFOREST LODGE-CUSCO
Today is a long travel day in minivan back to Cusco. From the vehicle you can still enjoy the different landscapes that this jungle and mountain passage offers. Photo opportunities abound. We will arrive back at Cusco’s Plaza de Armas at about 5:30 p.m. With big thanks and a warm hug we will say goodbye but only until the next time, because we truly hope to see you again!

What’s included in the trip?
Manu Rainforest Peru rates include all meals, soft drinks, hot drinks, sparkling wine and beer with meals, accommodations at lodges, excursions with knowledgeable naturalist guides, professional cook (chef), the Manu National Park entrance fee, night walks. We will provide private transportation (boat & minivan). Breakfast and lunch will be available on your last day and are included in the rate. Tubing in the river is also included on your amazon adventure. One great advantage of our “all inclusive” rates is that you will know in advance exactly how much you’re Manu Rainforest Peru vacation will cost. Your only extra expenses will be drinks, boutique purchases, First day breakfast, and Drinking water first day, Personal expenses, we provide gum boots for wetland excursions.

What should I bring to the Jungle?
Please bring comfortable walking shoes, lightweight long pants and long sleeved shirts for our excursions, as well as a wide-brimmed hat, sunscreen, extra socks, Dark-colored clothing, Swimwear, sandals and a small personal towel, Water bottle or canteen, mosquito repellant with DEET, and of course your camera with charger and extra batteries, and waterproof ponchos with hoods to protect against rain, torch/flashlight with extra battery. You may wish to include some small items that you can give away to the locals (t-shirts, pens and candies are especially prized). During meals in the dining room we ask our guests to wear casual clothing and shoes or sandals.
Binoculars - Very important to enjoy wild life (Vortex 10 x 42, Bushnell, Nikon 8 x 42) .