Manu Tour 4D/3N Zone Cultural
A wonderful excursion from the Andes of Cusco to the Amazon rainforest of Manu. One of the most pristine and exotic areas in the world, allowing you to explore a wide variety of ecological zones and witness the changes in the ecosystems that serve as a refuge for the greatest biodiversity of Amazonian flora and fauna. Experience living culture: visit the community of Santa Rosa de Huacaria, home to the Matsigenka and Huachiperi ethnic groups.
The Manu Biosphere Reserve is home to a rich cultural diversity, from peoples living in voluntary isolation to the Matsigenka and Huachiperi communities, ancient cultures with ancestral medicine practices and survival techniques. Discover the magic of nature on a trip with a positive impact.
You are about to embark upon the most epic adventure that covers the most diverse highlights of Peru!
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ITINERARY
Day 1: cusco – Pick up at your hotel - paradise lodge
Early in the morning we will pick you up from your Hotel at 6:00 am. and leave Cusco in our comfortable vehicle and travel through Mountains, beauty valleys, rural communities and visit Ninamarca Chullpas (tombs); these belong to the pre-Inca culture (Lupacas).
Then we will climb up the last mountain and arrive to Acjanaco, this is the entrance to the Manu National Park. Fallowing this we will descend into the mysterious cloud forest, which has a huge variety of flora and fauna, making it an ideal home for epiphytic, orchids and bromeliads.
By the afternoon we take a hike in this perpetual cloud forest, where we will be able to see the famous Peruvian bird (Cock of the rock) with their fascinating red colures, and acting in a daily ritual mating dance as well as trogons, quetzal, toucans, monkeys and on a lucky day the only Spectacle Bear of South America (Tremantus ornatus).
After passing this beautiful humidity mountain forest and little Amazonian villages we wil be in the PARADISE LODGE, a beautiful place in the Amazon, Dinner and over night.
Day 2: Paradise Lodge – Matsiguenka tribe - EcoManu lodge
Early in the morning, you will wake up with the singing of the Amazonian birds and the exuberant Amazonian forest, here we will enjoy our healthy breakfast. Day to explore the bamboo forest and we going up the mirador, where we will appreciate many colourful birds, like scarlet Macaws, crimson crested woodpecker, bluish fronted jacamar, black tailed trogon, white throated toucan and some families of monkeys. On the way to Huacaria native community our tour leader will explain about the organization, practices, religion and ceremonies, here inmediatly we will meet with different families and we visit them and buy fresh pineapple, yuca and some other exotic fruits directly from the farm
Let´s take a look these Amazonian indigenous cultures of Huacaria, each of them with their own language and dialectic. The community of Huacaria has two ethnic groups the matsiguenkas and the huachipaeris, who are inserted in the market economy by means of sustainable development through ecotourism. Return to the Lodge and then we continue on direction to Atalaya river port, here we wiil get board our boat and navigate down the crystalline Madre de Dios river until our EcoManu lodge
Swimming, fishing in the river and hammocks are free and safe for our guest.
Nocturnal activities are available each night. These range from nocturnal walks, talks on different topics and caiman spotting.
3: - ecomanu lodge
In the morning, we’ll wake up to the sounds of birdsong and the lush Amazon rainforest. It’s time to enjoy a healthy breakfast before exploring the verdant Amazonian forest along its various trails, admiring the giant rubber trees, tonillo trees, and ficus trees, which are home to groups of capuchin monkeys, woolly monkeys, howler monkeys, and dozens of bird species, including colorful parrots, parakeets, woodpeckers, and more.
In the mid-afternoon, we’ll head to our exclusive observation tower, a beautiful platform high above the forest and surrounded by giant trees. From there, we’ll observe and photograph families of macaws, toucans, cotingas, trogons, flycatchers, beautiful tanagers, and groups of monkeys.
As darkness falls, it’s time to prepare for a short but fabulous nighttime activity. With the help of guides and flashlights, we can find owls, night monkeys, olingos, armadillos, and along the riverbanks and in the wetlands within the forest, we can observe small caimans, water snakes, various frogs, tarantulas, and hundreds of nocturnal insects. Dinner and overnight stay at our comfortable EcoManu lodge.
Day 4: ecomanu lodge - machuwasi lake
Early start and take our motor boat to the small colpa (wall of clay lick with mineral soils) in the river bank, where hundreds of noisy species of parakeets, parrots and small macaws come to feed on mineral soil and salt supplement they find in this clay, after this fantastic beautiful display we take our breakfast in a beautiful spot along the Madre de Dios river. Then we continue by boat up the Madre de Dios river to visit and enter on balsa raft into Machuwasi (lake) and with the help of our Telescope we will appreciate many families of hoatzins (primitive bird), horned screamer, hawk, herons, capybara (largest rodent in the world) and on a lucky day a massive anaconda.Return to the Lodge and have our lunch we have good places for relax and lay down on the hammock.
In the afternoon and after our tea time we going on direction to the mammal clay lick, this is a special place in the Amazon rainforest just 30 minutes walking into the forest we will reach a big wooden platform over 4m high, is the hid that sits in front of the lick enables you to see some mammals like the Brazilian Tapir, peccaries, Deer and on a lucky day the largest cat of South America jaguar (Pantera onca). The observation platform includes Matrass mosquito net for wait until the arrival of the mammals. This is a truly fascinating and unforgettable experience where you are completely one with nature, sleeping among the trees and listening to the nearby animal sounds.
Day 05.- ECOMANU LODGE – CUSCO CITY
In the morning we will have our fresh breakfast and it is time to say good bye to our Amazon time, to our Guide, Chef, boat driver and all the staff from Eco lodge. After 15 minutes by boat up the river we get the tiny river port of Atalaya, where our car will be waiting for us and drive back to Cusco, on the way back, we may stop frequently to observe some birds in the cloud forest. We will arrive to Cusco at 16:00 p.m. approx.
Optional: Visit to the Pico de Oz Hummingbird Garden. Thanks to the great diversity of native flowering plants and feeding areas, dozens of hummingbird species and other bird species are attracted, including guans, cookos, tanagers, honeycreepers, dacnis, king bultures, etc.
If the group has a connecting flight this afternoon, it is possible to arrive at 2:00 p.m. or even earlier.
SERVICE INCLUDES:
- Naturalist professional guide in English and Spanish with binoculars, telescope, lamps, and specials books for easy spotting and recognize.
- Entrance fees to the reserve areas, lagoon and hot spring.
- Land and river private transportation with good equipment.
- Lodging 2 people per room and Matrimonial rooms. In Eco lodge.
- First aid kit.
- Mineral water.
- Three meals per day (vegetarian option) & Snacks.
- Rubber boots.
- Books of insects, mammals, birds, medicinal plants, fish, etc.
NOT INCLUDED:
- Soft drinks and beers.
- Travel insurance.
- Extra expenses.
WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING?
- Lightweights long sleeved cotton shirts, long cotton pants, one pair of walking shoes, sandals, towel, swimming suit, personal medicines.
- Day pack and one back pack per person.
- Binoculars, camera and film 200 and 400 for the inner forest.
- Insect repellent at least 10 % of dee, Sunglasses, sun cream lotion, cap or hat.
- Flashlight enough batteries.
PRICES & ADD-ONS
Group: USD $ 550 per person
Private: USD $600 per person
What to bring:
- Original passport (if you have acquired a new one after you made your booking, bring both)
- Down or synthetic feather sleeping bag (can be rented from us)
- Trekking boots, warm fleece jacket, a few t-shirts, socks, sun hat, warm underwear, light long pants, gloves, rain jacket
- Toiletries (toilet paper, wet wipes, personal towel)
- Sunscreen SPF 35+ recommended
- Head lamp
- Sunglasses
- Camera with spare batteries (batteries run down faster at high altitudes)
- Binoculars
- Book to read (you will have some spare time)
- Trekking poles (recommended especially for the steep descents, can be rented from us)
- Insect repellent
PRICE PER PERSON IN USD:
Group: $550
Private: $600
DURATION:
5 Days / 4 Nighs
AVAILABLE ADD-ONS
- Huayna Picchu $75 per person
- Sumaq Machu Picchu Hotel – 5 Stars $245 per person
- Tierra Viva Machu Picchu – 4 Stars $50 per person
- Return Vistadome Train $60 per person
- Return Hiram Bingham Train $400 per person
OVERVIEW
- Day 1: Welcome to Lima – pick up at the airport
- Day 2: Lima city tour
- Day 3: Arrival in Puerto Maldonado
- Day 4: Excursion to Condenado Oxbow Lake by canoe
- Day 5: Fly to Cusco
- Day 6: Cusco – Chinchero – Maras – Moray – train to Aguas Calientes
- Day 7: Start of the Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
- Day 8: Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Aguas Calientes – train to Cusco
- Day 9: Cusco – Mollepata – Humantay Lagoon – Cusco
- Day 10: Cusco – Vinicunca / Rainbow Mountain – Cusco
- Day 11: Travel back to Lima airport
INQUIRE ABOUT THIS EXPERIENCE
WHY WE'RE DIFFERENT
Your Full Satisfaction or Your Money Back
We understand planning a big trip like ours at EAT takes a lot of trust, and we’re here to make sure that trust pays off from the moment you book to the day your adventure wraps up. We’re fully committed to making your experience unforgettable. If something doesn’t go as planned—whether it’s an issue with the service or something unexpected along the way—we’ll step in to fix it.
That even includes offering a refund if needed so you can book with total peace of mind.
Your Peruvian adventure means the world to us, and we’ll go the extra mile to make sure it not only meets but exceeds your expectations. With our satisfaction guarantee, you can relax and focus on taking in all the incredible beauty and culture Peru has to offer.
We Help You Experience Peru Through The Eyes of a Local
We’re 100% locally owned and operated, with guides, porters, and chefs who grew up in the Cusco region. Fluent in Spanish, English, and Quechua, our team brings unmatched cultural and historical knowledge to share with you. Traveling with us means gaining insight into Peru’s traditions, landscapes, and stories from those who know them best.
We Work With Professional Guides Who Provide Exceptional Service
Our guides are the best of the best. Truly skilled experts with at least 5 years of experience, every guide we employ is ready to share their expertise on Peru’s trails, culture, and history. Our porters are no exception. They work hard to make your journey one for the books, while our chefs will prepare you delicious meals along the way. With a 99% recommendation rate, we’re dedicated to making every detail of your trip unforgettable.
We’re Committed to Our Team
Our porters and horsemen are easily the backbone of every trek. That’s why we are fully committed to prioritizing their well-being. We ensure they’re paid above-average wages—higher than those offered by most tour companies—recognizing their hard work and dedication to the team. Beyond fair pay, we truly care for their well-being, providing proper gear, meals, and working conditions so they’re not just safe but comfortable, too.
We Look Out for Our Community
A portion of every trek we sell supports local projects, like helping fund a much-needed school roof in Sacsayhuaman, where many of our team live. For years, children in the area had no nearby school and faced grueling four-hour walks in harsh conditions to get an education. Today, thanks to these contributions, they have a local school, and we continue to donate to its upkeep—because making an impact goes beyond the trek.
We Customize Our Adventures to Suit Your Travel Style
We want every trip to feel like it was made just for you. Whether you’re keen on hiking the famous Inca Trail, exploring lesser-known spots in the Sacred Valley, or tackling our one-of-a-kind Ancashcocha + Inca Trail trek, we’ll plan your adventure to fit your travel style. To keep things personal, we keep group sizes small—and if your group is larger than eight, we’ll bring in an extra guide so no one misses out on the experience.
We Travel with Purpose – Serving the Women, Children, & Men of Peru
Every journey with us has a ripple effect. Your adventure supports ethical tourism, fair wages for porters, and opportunities for female trekkers–many of whom are breaking barriers on the Inca Trail–and children. We’re passionate about creating opportunities for local children to grow up healthy and learn about everything their heart desires. Through initiatives like repairing schools, donating educational materials, and funding projects, we make it a mission to build a brighter future for kids in the Cusco region. Every trek you take with us contributes to this mission. When you book with us, you’re not just exploring Peru; you’re investing in it and setting a standard for all other tourism companies and tourists.
Our Reputation is Built on Trust
Year after year, Eco Andes Trekking has earned top ratings on TripAdvisor and the prestigious Certificate of Excellence. We’ve worked hard for these awards and are proud to see our hard work recognized. Even prouder to know our travelers leave with unforgettable memories and stories worth sharing.
We Travel Sustainably & Responsibly
Peru’s landscapes are magnificent. That’s why we work so hard to protect them. We prioritize sustainable traveling by working with our local communities and employing indigenous guides––thus promoting economic empowerment and preserving cultural heritage. Along the journey, we’ll always encourage travelers to embrace responsible practices as advocates for the environment.
