We recommend two days predeparture to aclimate. We have the city tour of Cusco Inca arqueological sites. Also the sacred valley of the Incas full day tour
Manu National Park is a biosphere reserve located in Madre de Dios and Paucartambo, Cusco. Before becoming an area protected by the Peruvian government, the Manú National Park was conserved thanks to its inaccessibility. The park remains fairly inaccessible by road to this day. In 1977, UNESCO recognised it as a Reserve of Biosphere and in 1987, it was pronounced a World Heritage Site. It is the largest National Park in Peru, covering an area of 15,328 km². The Biosphere Reserve includes an additional 2,570 km², and a further 914 km² are included in a "Cultural Zone" (which also is afforded a level of protection), bringing the total area up to 18,811 km².
The park protects several ecological zones ranging from as low as 150 meters above sea level in parts of the Amazon Basin to Puna grassland at altitudes of 4200 meters. Because of this topographical range, it has one of highest levels of biodiversity of any park in the world. Overall, more than 15,000 species of plants are found in Manú, and up to 250 varieties of trees have been found in a single hectare. The reserve is a destination for birdwatchers from all over the world, as it is home to over 1000 species of birds, more than the number of bird species found in the United States and Canada combined.
Itinerary
Manu National Park is one of the places with highest biodiversity in flora and fauna in the world It is also part of a world refuge for wild life and ancient tribes of the Amazon.
Day one:
Early morning departure from Cusco, bound southeast. We drive to the colonial town of Paucartambo and see colonial architecture and witness revivals of ancient traditions. After a light lunch in town or in a scenic spot in the mountains, we continue to Ajanaco, the official entrance of the Park. Where we have access to restrooms and view map of the Park. From this point we have the choice to ride a bike or stop to see wildlife at the start of the Clouds forest; we go to the lodge where we will have a chance to walk around the rest of the afternoon, rest at the lodge or go to the river. (B, L, D)
Day two:
This day begin with an early morning to see the Andean Cock of the rock (Rupicola peruviana) in Social or reproductive behavior.
We then have a second opportunity for a beautiful ride through the cloudforest in the Bus or on a mountain bike. Later we arrive at the town of Pilcopata and from there we begin a two hour river rafting trip (class I, class II and class III). At the end, the bus will be waiting 
for us and weshall finally arrive at camp via Motor boat. There is a light walk in the afternoon and we stay in our first night camp. There is a beautiful sky and sounds at night from the near by Madre de Dios river. We have the chance to enjoy the cultural zone of the park where people and visitors are still practicing sustainable activities, camp included. (B, L, D)
Day three:
This day we begin the day visting the Macaw Wall. The beehive like clifes over the river where the parrots and parakees and some macaws congregate in the lek the abundant clay in order to obtain esential salt for there nutrition and contribute to neutralize the poison from seeds that day eat.
Early walk with a good chance to see wildlife (Birds and monkeys). After a choice and delicious breakfast we continue aboard the motor boat to the Amazon base, along the way viewing different ecosystems -mostly rain forest- and put in at the town of Boca Manu. We will stay overnight in a nearby hotel and devote some time for recapitulation of what we sighted in terms of flora and fauna.(B, L, D)
Day four:
On this day we’re up early to enjoy a beautiful sun rise -including breakfast- in the boat The are two reasons for this: to get to our next lodge with plenty time and check into the Manu National Park and to see all the wild life we can in the morning. Among these are various mammals and carnivores, as well as - of course- abundant birdlife and flora in general. Lunch at camp followed by afternoon walk looking for primates and to basically “get in touch” with the rain forest. Lodge included, time for recapitulation of flora and fauna. Sighted today (B, L, D)
Day five:
On this day we go to visit the Cocha (a lake teeming with wildlife, with a keen eye out to see the Giant River Otters (Pteronura brasiliensis). We paddle noiselessly around the lake on a small wood catamaran craft. Most of these species are endangered and scare easily. Hence we must keep silence and distance to see them. We return to camp and eat lunch. After a pause and probably a nap, we go across the river on another walk, this time to catch sight of the Common Woolly Monkey (Lagothrix lagothricha) and possibly other species as well. We’re back to the camp after two hours and have some time off until dusk when we go back into the forest, now in search of nocturnal fauna. We have dinner in camp, look for constellations in the great open sky, and listen to the sounds of the jungle. Lodge included. (B, L, D)
Day six:
As usual, a wonderful breakfast( light fruits and granola, yogurt) in the vicinity of an ancient Ceiba Tree (Ceiba pentandra) and then begin a walk to the forest to look for Primates, eventually positioning ourselves upon a platform built for the purposes of freely viewing from it a small Cocha (or lake) for mammals, carnivores and birdlife. Afterwards we back downriver and out of the park, although always in the midst of the rain forest. We arrive at the small village of Boca Manu and after cool drinks, proceed to the lodge near the river. Time for recapitulation of Flora and Fauna sighting. (B, L, D)
Day seven
Today provides an opportunity to view another Collpa (salt “lick”) located nearby (Yanajaco village) and see the animals eating the nutritious clay also useful to avoid poisoning from fruits, seeds and roots which they eat everyday. The chance to go and see them depends on the weather. And, after that early visit, we continue our voyage up the Mother of God River, always on the look for wildlife, to eventually reach our small camp (lodge) (B, L, D)
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We’re off for a second possibility to see the MacawLick -Collpa of the Macaws- and its multitude of parrots.After that we go to the port of Atalaya where our transportation awaits. Lunch on the road close to a lovely waterfall, the last little walk in the cloud forest. Arrival in Cusco by 7:30 pm.
Included
Sleeping bag.
Mattresses.
Equipment and gear.
Lodge.
Hotels.
Meals.
Transportation.
Bus.
Boat.
Private Guides.
First aid.
Radio communication.
What to bring
This is a list designed to advise you what equipment is appropriate to bring according to the weather conditions predominating at the time of your trip:
Flashlights (at least one headlamp among them).
Sun Block; Insect Repellent.
Towels (Small; cotton and hygienic).
Rain Gear (Pants and Jacket) though not necessary during the months of July and August.
A couple of pairs of socks, perhaps even an extra pair.
One pair of trousers for the evening plus two more pairs for trail use (zipp-offs).
Sandals for River use (Teva types).
Low ankle height hiking shoes or regular hiking boots (check the season).
Reading material.
Binoculars (always useful regardless of season and activity).
Bathing Suit.
Water Bottle (I liter capacity).
Good Sun glasses, perhaps two sets.
A bandana for neck protection.
A couple of sets of underwear (perhaps an extra pair).
Camera and plenty of film.
Passport (plus a couple of Xerox copies).
At least one short sleeve shirt and one or two long sleeve shirts (dark colors, depending on the place and destiny chosen).
And your regular medium to high altitude outer trekking clothes (Anorak-Wind Breaker, Pile or Down Jacket, Wool Hat, Gloves).
Any questions, consults and information, contact us at:
Mail: info@cuscomachupicchu.com
Phone: (0051 - 84) - 984764938 
