6 Day – Manu Rainforest Tour – Manu Expedition

SUMMARY

Day 1

Cusco – Paucartambo – Atayala port – Amazon Treehouse

Day 2

Amazon Treehouse – Parrot and Macaw Clay Lick

Day 3

Amazon Treehouse – Rio Negro – Camping

Day 4

Rio Negro – Manu Jungle Expedition - Amazon Treehouse

Day 5

Amazon Treehouse – Tubing – Campfire

Day 6

Amazon Treehouse – Atalaya Port – Paucartambo - Cusco

ITINERARY

Day 1: Cusco – Paucartambo – Atayala port – Amazon Treehouse

Cusco – Paucartambo – Atayala port – Amazon Treehouse

Early morning pick-up in Cusco and journey from the Andes to the Amazon.
Stop in Paucartambo for breakfast at 2,906 m altitude.
Visit to Tres Cruces viewpoint (3,900 m) with panoramic views of the Amazon basin.
Exploration of the Manu Cloud Forest, including orchids, birds, and monkeys.
Lunch at a hummingbird garden.
Boat journey from Atalaya along the Madre de Dios River.
Transfer to a smaller boat (peque-peque) to navigate the Palotoa River.
Arrival at the Amazon Treehouse at sunset.

Day 1 Stats:

Distance: 248 km by car
Highest altitude: 3,900 m (12,795 ft)
Lowest altitude: 500 m (1,640 ft)
Difficulty: Low to medium.

Day 2: Amazon Treehouse – Parrot and Macaw Clay Lick

Amazon Treehouse – Parrot and Macaw Clay Lick

Sunrise hike to the parrot and macaw clay lick along the Palotoa River.
Return to the Amazon Treehouse for breakfast with river views.
Guided jungle hike to observe wildlife such as sloths, armadillos, and sajinos.
Buffet lunch with local dishes and rest time.
Afternoon exploration of a cocha (lake) to spot plants and amphibians.
Night walk with flashlights to observe nocturnal wildlife.

Day 2 Stats:

Distance: +5 km walking
Highest elevation: 500 m (1,640 ft)
Lowest elevation: 400 m (1,300 ft)
Difficulty: Moderate.

Day 3: Amazon Treehouse – Rio Negro – Camping

Amazon Treehouse – Rio Negro – Camping

Boat journey by peque-peque along the Palotoa River to the remote Río Negro.
Camp setup on the banks of the Río Negro.
Sunset exploration of the area with wildlife sightings (caimans, boas, capybaras).
Night hike along the river in search of nocturnal animals.

Day 3 Stats:

Distance: 10 km by boat, 5 km walking
Highest elevation: 500 m (1,640 ft)
Lowest elevation: 300 m (984 ft)
Difficulty: High.

Día 4: Rio Negro – Manu Jungle Expedition - Amazon Treehouse

Rio Negro – Manu Jungle Expedition - Amazon Treehouse

Outdoor breakfast surrounded by Amazon rainforest sounds.
Exploration of the Río Negro area with a guide focusing on medicinal plants and wildlife.
Possible sightings of jaguars, anteaters, sloths, and tapirs.
Lunch by the Río Negro and return by peque-peque boat to the Amazon Treehouse.

Day 4 Stats:

Distance: 10 km by boat, 4 km hiking
Highest elevation: 400 m (1,312 ft)
Lowest elevation: 300 m (984 ft)
Difficulty: Moderate to high.

Día 5: Amazon Treehouse – Tubing – Campfire

Amazon Treehouse – Tubing – Campfire

Breakfast at the Amazon Treehouse.
Crossing the Palotoa River to explore rainforest trails and wildlife.
Observation of monkeys (squirrel and howler monkeys) and ancient giant trees.
Lunch and rest at the lodge.
River tubing on the Palotoa River.
Sunset by the river with a campfire experience.

Day 5 Stats:

Distance: 5 km hiking
Highest elevation: 500 m (1,640 ft)
Lowest elevation: 375 m (1,230 ft)
Difficulty: Easy.

Día 6: Amazon Treehouse – Atalaya Port – Paucartambo - Cusco

Amazon Treehouse – Atalaya Port – Paucartambo - Cusco

Breakfast at the Amazon Treehouse.
Boat ride upstream to Puerto de Atalaya.
Return journey by private transport to Cusco.
Lunch stop in Paucartambo.
Arrival in Cusco around 5:00 p.m.

Day 6 Stats:

Distance: 248 km
Highest altitude: 3,900 m (12,795 ft)
Lowest altitude: 500 m (1,640 ft)
Difficulty: Low.

INCLUSIONS

Included

All meals (please notify us in advance; vegetarian options available
Naturalist guide, professional chef, driver.
Private car, motorboat, Peke Peke (motorized canoe for small rivers)
Accommodation in a treehouse (with private bathroom, hot shower, mosquito net, and Wi-Fi)
Tents and inflatable mattresses (on the Rio Negro)
Entrance tickets to Manu National Park
Rubber boots

Not included

Breakfast on the first day
Dinner on the last day
Alcoholic beverages
Water on the first day
Snacks
Souvenirs

Activities included

Walk through the cloud forest.
Motorboat ride.
Hikes in the rainforest.
Night hikes deep in the jungle.
Tubing (floating down the Palotoa River).
Visit to the parrot and macaw clay lick.
Camping on the banks of the Rio Negro.
Night hike across the Rio Negro.
Wildlife viewing.
Sport fishing.
Campfire and optional show.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING

Manu Tours Peru Packing List

Small daypack.
Dark-colored clothing (to blend in).
Sun hat
Long-sleeved shirts to protect from mosquito bites.
Swimwear and flip-flops.
An ultra-light towel.
Mosquito repellent (50% DEET).
Sunscreen
Flashlight with extra battery/head lamp
Vortex binoculars (10*42), Swarovski (8*42), Nikon (8*42). «Binoculars can be rented.»
Camera with spare battery and memory card.
Water bottle.
Rain poncho plus jacket and pants.

HELPFUL ITEMS

Plastic bags for clean and dirty clothes, cameras, and electronics.

Toiletries

Biodegradable soap.
Wet wipes
Hand sanitizer
Toilet paper (stored in a sealable bag to avoid moisture).
Medications for personal use.
Extra cash.

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