MANU JUNGLE TOURS Package Name: Manu Adventures Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights Type of Trek : ecological and Adventure Group Size : To suit group requirements Difficulty degree of this hike Moderate   Departures Day: - Our company organize daily departures for this unforgetable tour with the best camp staff,  along the year although due to weather conditions, the recommended period for this tour is April to October. - All private service departure dates are adapted to your request. DESCRIPTION Manu National Park is a biosphere reserve located in Madre de Dios and Cuzco, coveringan area of 1716295 hectares (4.3 million acres), Peru’s is largest protected natural area and one of the largest on the planet, with a biological mega diversity that is unparalleled. The park protects all the ecological zones that exist in the Amazon basin, covering an altitudinal gradient between 150 and 4200 meters above sea level. Because of this variety, its biodiversity is one of the most appreciated in the world. Overall, more than 15,000 species of plants are found in the park, and up to 250 varieties of trees have been found in a single hectare. The reserve is home to more than 800 species of birds, including the harpy eagle, jabiru, jungle goose and cock of the rocks; over 200 species of mammals such as the yellow - tailed choro monkey, spider monkey, giant river otter, jaguar, ocelot, spectacled bear, huemal deer and over 100 species of bats. More than 2000 species and unique varieties of plants and a number of native communities also live in this area with their own traditions, language and culture.. ITINERARY Day 01 : Monkey Island. Arrival to Puerto Maldonado and transfer to the harbor where we will board our boat in which we will begin our incredible journey through the Madre de Dios river. Along the way you could observe the caimans, turtles, herons and some other animals. Then arrival to the Amazon Lodge, we’ll enjoy a welcome typical drink and settle in our bungalows, later comes lunch. With the help of our specialized guide we will visit the Monkey Island. Located at only five minutes from the lodge, in the middle of the Madre de Dios river, the monkey island hosts different monkey species: starting from the noisy ones, the Maquisapas, the happy Achuñis, and the very impressive Frailes to the very little and funny “leoncitos” little lions. During the way to the Island, very beautiful landscapes are shown to the sight with all the flora and fauna that they host. As well as the amazing sunset in the jungle. Day 02 : “Cocha Perdida” (Lost Qocha) After breakfast we will start an adventure thought the virgin jungle, advised by a local guide; we’ll hike into the “Cocha Perdida” (Lost Cocha), it constitutes an ecosystem that is considered as a refuge of a huge variety of animals like, nutrias, caimans, turtles sachavacas, multicolor feather birds, the majestic jaguar ( Andean lion) and fish. This area is unique and belongs to the Eco-Amazon lodge, because it is still maintained intact, like the huge swamps and a diversity of “Aguajal” forests. Then we will arrive to the amazing Amazon observatory, built at the top the biggest tree “ SHIHUAHUACO”, from that location you may observe the magical jungle, and at the same time have a pleasant ride in a canoe around the lake. Then return to the lodge. Lunch. Then in the afternoon a canoe ride though the river and a visit to a typical local family. Then return and dinner. Day 03: Briolo - Gamitana Rivers Breakfast, at the indicated time we will start another excursion across the magic jungle where we will sail though the Madre de Díos River, till to get to the beginning to a hiking trek to the rivers GAMITNA / BRIOLO; born in the heart of the virgin jungle, these two rivers with their winding ways, they form huge sailing channels then we will return by canoe, observing closely animals like, turtles, caimans, butterflies and a great variety of insects. Then we will arrive to the lodge, dinner and overnight. Day 04: Transfer to the Airport Breakfast and transfer to the airport. What is included: transfer to Puerto Maldonado’s airport Transfers: Airport – Lodge – Airport, Pre-Departure Briefing at your hotel 1 or 2 days before your tour. English speaking professional tour guide. Complete meals What is not included: Fly Tickets Alcoholic beverages. Extras. Tips. Other personal gear or items. Laundry service Insurance and airline tickets (where applicable) We recommended that you bring: Binoculars (imperative) Flashlight with spare bulbs and batteries Sleeping bag Sheets Day pack Long pants and long-sleeved shirts (thick and baggy fabric against mosquitoes) T-shirts Shorts/Bathing suit Towel Sweater or light jacket 1 pair each of hiking boots, light Shoes, and sandals Sun hat, sunglasses, sun block Insect repellent (with at least 25% 'deet') and after bite Toilet-paper Plastic bags (to keep everything dry) Water bottle (with water for the bus ride into Manu) Copy of a valid passport Copy of yellow fever and tetanus vaccinations Money for soft drinks or beers and handicrafts at the Boca Manu landings strip Prices Information: Trek prices are not stated on this website due to forever changing government and park fee prices. Please email us for more information.