PAT PTM EC - 0211 - MANU NATIONAL PARK RESERVED ZONE

PUERTO MALDONADO - MANU

SALIDAS

Diarias

 

 

TIPO DE SERVICIOS

Compartido (SIB) / Privado

 

 

EPOCA

Recomendada

 

 

Manu National Park, located in southeastern Peru, is one of the largest parks in South America. The area of the park encompasses parts of the Andean department of Cusco and the jungle department of Madre de Dios. Manu protects over 2 million hectares (4.5 million acres) of territory rich in flora and fauna species in a variety of habitats including high Andes, cloud forests, and lowland tropical rain forests.

UNESCO officially recognizes this natural paradise as a world heritage site. In 1977 they designated Manu as a World Biosphere Reserve because it contains the best existing example of biodiversity in protected areas of rain forest, as well as endemic areas of cloud forest.

Humans have altered the majority of forests in the world.  Fortunately, Manu has remained intact and untouched by civilization.  Thus, we can observe a variety of animals in their natural habitats, including: Giant Otters (Pteronura brasiliensis), Black Caiman (Melanosuchus Niger), the majestic Jaguar (Panthera onca), the strange Spectacled Bear (Tremarctos ornatus), the Tapir (Tapirus terrestris), the Ocelot (Felis pardalis), 13 species of primates, and an estimated one thousand species of birds including seven species of Macaws (Ara sp.).

Manu also contains 10% of the world’s vascular plant species, including several species of figs and palms, as well as countless species of medicinal plants that scientists are currently cataloguing.  A single hectare of forest in Manu can have up to 220 species of trees, while a hectare of temperate forest in Europe or North America may only have 20 tree species.

Manu National Park may be the most biologically diverse and protected park on the planet.

OUR SERVICES INCLUDE:

  • Land transportation.
  • River transportation.
  • Equipment for rafting.
  • 02 nights in Erika Lodge.
  • 02 nights in Boca Manu lodge.
  • 02 nights in Safari campsite.
  • All meals (vegetarian option avail) bilingual specialized guide.
  • Paperwork to obtain permission to enter the Manu National Park.
  • First aid kit.
  • Luggage storage.

SERVICES NOT INCLUDED:

  • First breakfast.
  • Water for the first day.
  • Soft drinks
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • souvenirs
  • Tips and the last dinner

TOUR DETAILS:

DAY 1. - CUSCO (3,300m.s.n.m.) – CLOUD FOREST (1,700m.s.n.m.) - ERIKA LODGE (460m.s.n.m.)

We leave Cusco early in the morning in one of our vehicles. We will pass through interesting valleys and picturesque communities. We continue to the cloud forest, an area rich with endemic species like the Spectacled Bear, the Cock of The Rock, a variety of orchids, bromeliads and ferns etc. We continue to the town of Pilcopata* then at Atalaya Port which is situated on the shores of the Madre de Dios River at 700 m.s.n.m. From Atalaya we will continue our journey by boat to our Private reserve of “Erika”. On the way you will be able to see a large diversity of bird species such as Herons, vultures and cormorants etc. We will walk along the interesting trails that are in the transistion zone between high and low jungle and your guide will point out and explain the interesting diversity of wild life that surrounds you. We will have the chance for a night walk to catch a glimpse of insects and amphibians. We overnight in our Erika Lodge.

 

* 1 Free Option – Rafting: In Pilcopata will have 90 minutes of rafting (grade I & II) on the Koñeq and/or Madre de Dios Rivers. You can enjoy the beautiful landscape and have a swim in the refreshing wáter.

* 2 Free Option – Canopy Zip Line: In Erika our guests can glide from tree to tree and from platform to platform with a harness on a horizontal cable rail system at high speeds above the trees in the incredible amazon jungle. You then rappel from a height of 15m  back to the jungle floor.

DAY 2. – ERIKA LODGE - AGUASA CALIENTES – BOCA MANU (365m.s.n.m.)

Very early we board our boat and make our way to Collpa, a clay wall by the river where a variety of parrots such as the blue headed parrot, the White eyed parakeet, possibly the Maracana Macaw and others come every morning to subsitute their diet with minerals and salts. After this activity we return to Erika for breakfast, pack up and board our boat again. We will head down the Alto Madre de Dios River to the of the hot springs of Aguas Calientes, which are surrounded by the magnificent Jungle. After relaxing in the water and a refreshing cold lunch, we wil continue to the town of Boca Manu. During this part of our journey we will see birds like skimmers, herons, several species of kingfishers, swallows and flycatchers.

DAY 3. – BOCA MANU RESERVED ZONE LAKE SALVADOR (395m.s.n.m.)

At dawn, we will make a brief stop at the Limonal Ranger Station where we will register in the Visitor’s Book which controls entry into the reserve. We continue on the Manu River towards the heart of the reserve for about 4 hours to Lake Salvador leaving all traces of civilization behind. We will spend the next two nights in our safari camp. During this trip you can often see a variety of bird species like macaws, herons, pink rosettes and with a Little luck, capybaras, caimans, river turtles, monkeys, and hopefully some felines often sunning on the beaches or feeding in surrounding trees. In the afternoon we spend our time walking in search of wildlife in this pristine forest.

DAY 4. – RESERVED ZONE - LAKE SALVADOR (395m.s.n.m.)

We will most likely be woken early by the howler monkey declaring his territory. Before breakfast we will talk a morning walk as the temperature at this time is more pleasant and it makes it a bit easier to find animals who are in search of food. We will explore Lake Salvador by catamarán and try to see the giant otter, a species in danger of extinction. They can be seen fishing, playing or swimming. We will be looking for the Black Cayman, the Hoatzin and the interesting surrounding flora. We will visit Lake Otorongo and the observation tower which is 15m heigh which enables us to fully appreciate the landscape of the surounding primary forest and we are more likely to see the family of otters whom reside here. There may be a possiblity to do a short night walk to look for American bullfrogs, horned frogs , tree frogs and a host of colorful insects.

DAY 5. – RESERVED ZONE - LAKE SALVADOR (395m.s.n.m.) – BRASHCO LAKE – BOCA MANU

We will wake early again to take a walk around our campsite and Lake Salvador. You will be amazed by the gigantic Ceibas, colorful butterflies and curious squirrel, capuchin and wooly monkeys. After breakfast we will pack up, board our boat and head down the Manu River. We stop at Cocha Brashco (a recently open Oxbow lake for tourism), we walk for about 30 minutes through a very exciting new trail and use the catamarán to try to spot the Giant Otters from this Lake, will keep our eyes open for peccaries, caymans, turtles and birds. We continue to Boca Manu arriving at dusk. Overnight at the lodge.

DAY 6. – BOCA MANU – ERIKA LODGE.

Today we cross the Alto Madre de Dios River, against the current, taking in the beautiful scenery of the Amazon jungle and the huge diversity of bird species. Late afternoon, we will arrive at our Private Reserve of Erika where you can rest comfortably and spend your last night, surrounded by the magic of the jungle.

DAY 7. – ERIKA LODGE – CUSCO

We get up very early, we travel up the river to Atalaya Port where our bus is waiting to take us back to Cusco, arriving early evening.

IMPORTANT: In order to meet your guide, the rest of your group, receive last minute recommendations and ask any questions you may have; one day before departure at 7:00 pm we have a meeting in our office. Manu National Park is not an endemic area for malaria or yellow fever

SUGGESTED EQUIPMENT:

  • Towel for the entire trip
  • Personal hygiene supplies & medicines for 7 days
  • Shoes for walking/hiking) sandals.
  • Headlamp or torch
  • Hat, sunglasses and sun block
  • Insect repellent (recommend 40% DEET),
  • Waterproof gear, t-shirt with long sleeves, long pants, swimming gear/bathers
  • Warm clothing in case of cold weather
  • Binoculars, Camera
  • Back pack, day pack, plastic bags

NOTES:

1- PASSPORTS, VISAS & RECIPROCITY FEES

Passengers are responsible for having a valid passport (valid at least 6months before travel) and any visas required.

Peru may require visa for some nationalities. Please note that some countries require a reciprocity entrance fee.

This information is subject to government changes without any notice. Please check each of your countries destinations base on your citizenship for your specific personal documents.

2-FLIGHTS 

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3-PRICES LAND SERVICES & FLIGHT FARES:

Prices are per person and are expressed in US dollars. Prices are subject to change without any notice.

The CHD rate applies for children from 2 to 10 years traveling accompanied by two adults and sharing a bed with them. Maximum 1 child is allowed with CHD rate per room. If you require additional bed you must pay an extra cost.

Price valid for foreigners or Peruvians not resident in Peru. The program is subject to spaces. Prices are subject to change without prior notice and can only be guaranteed once the reservation is made. For more information, please contact your reservations executive.

Please note that the ticket prices & taxes may change. The rate is not guaranteed until the actual time of ticketing of full payment.  Note that all Airfares payments are immediate, and completely separate from any deposits that apply to your land tour. Once ticketed, the Airline fare rules apply to any changes or cancellations.

4- TRAVEL INSURANCE: 

PERU A TRAVEL  strongly recommends travel insurance for your trips.

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