MANU CULTURAL

3D/ 2N

MANU CULTURAL CLASSIC PROGRAM

2 nights

«This trip will take you to explore the most incredible views of Manu rainforest, besides being rewarding as it gives an excellent opportunity to get involved in conservation projects, allowing to have a better understanding of the different life zones of Manu». Perfect for families.

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Rosbert Challco – Explore Manu – Operations

and our Travel Specialist

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Route

Day 01 : Cusco – Villa Salvacion Manu.

Day 02 : Villa Salvacion Manu – Shintuya – Handicraft workshop – Waterfall excursion – Shintuya Hot Springs – Villa Salvacion

Day 03 : Machu Wasi Lake – Reforestation Proyect – Villa Salvacion – Cusco.

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Altitude

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Altitude

Max. 3550 m.s.n.m. – Min. 463 m.s.n.m.

Lenght: 3 days

Start: Cusco

Finished: Cusco

Activity: Wildlife and Natural History

Ages: Min 12

Group Size : Min 1, Max 8+

Physical rating: Easy nature walk and light hikes.

Lodging: 2 Nights in Salvacion Manu.

GALLERY

HIGHLIGHTS

Explore Manu National Park – Cultural Zone
Visit the Aguajalito Proyect
Visit the Harákmbut community of Shintuya.
Handicraft Workshop
Amazon Tatoo painting
Learn basics of the Harakmbut language
Visit Thermal water pools
Visit the Shintuya waterfall
Explore the trail systems
Visit the MachuWasi Lake
Reforestation Project – Aguajalito
Understand rainforest plants used for food and medicine
See how tradition and modernity combine in Manu Native Community peoples’ lives

All accommodation, meals, guides and transport to activities as indicated in the itinerary.

MAKE IT YOUR OWN– This trip is fully customisable. Ask us for details!

| Bespoke and tailored to your requirements.

Itinerary

Day 01: Cusco – Cloud forest – Villa Salvacion Manu

At the scheduled time we will pick you up from the hotel, during the tour we will have a time to visit the chullpas of Ninamarka (pre-Inca funerary precincts) and then head to the picturesque colonial town of Paucartambo (which in the time of the Incas, was a strategic commercial point between the valley of Kosñipata or Antisuyo and the capital of Tahuantinsuyo, Cusco.). We will ascend to the Acjanaco pass (3,550 msnm.), which is the entrance to the Manu National Park.

On the way we will have some stops to discover some secrets of the cloud forest, the kingdom of giant ferns. We continue our journey we reach Villa Salvación, capital of the province of Manu, located in the Department of Madre de Dios.

Meals Included : Box Lunch, Dinner.

Transportation : Private transport (Arrival time is between 5-6 pm)

Accommodation : Salvación Manu (1 Night)

Day 02: Villa Salvacion Manu – Shintuya Community - Salvacion

Early in the morning we will take the local bus and continue our journey to Shintuya approximately 2 hours. The community of Shintuya is one of the largest in the Amarakaeri Communal Reserve and it has approximately 45 families.

After breakfast we will participate in a handicraft workshop with the Harakmbut community .

After the Handicraft workshop we get ready to explore the trails always accompanied by one member of the community, we will visit a waterfall amidst the jungle, a secret place (Do not forget your swimsuit) exploring the rainforest and looking for different species of plants and animals that we can find in the way.

After the lunch, we have some time to share time and stories about the worldview in the jungle. The thermal water pools are operational at your disposal.

At the scheduled time, we say good-bye to our new friends and take the transport to return to Villa Salvación.

Meals Included : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Included Activities : Visit the Shintuya Community ,Handicraft Workshop, Visit the Waterfall, Trail Systems, Shintuya Hot Springs. boat tickets CN Shintuya – hot springs.

Transportation : Local Bus

Accommodation :Villa Salvacion (1 Night)

Day 03: Villa Salvación – Machuwasi Lake - Reforestation Project - Cusco

Early in the morning we will visit the lake or Cocha MachuWasi, the oxbow lakes in the Amazon are points of congregation of fauna especially birds, in this Cocha it will be very easy to observe the diversity of birds among other species in the area.

After breakfast we will join one of the local reforestation projects, we will have a tour amidst the secondary forest, surrounded by medicinal and consumption plants.

Then , we will back to Villa Salvacion and prepare to take the local bus to return to Cusco, where you will arrive to Cusco around 6 pm.

Meals Included : Breakfast, Box Lunch.

Transportation : Local bus from Villa Salvacion Manu to Cusco.

Private Transfer to your Hotel in Cusco.

Important info

Transfers as indicated in the itinerary
Daily activities and excursions as indicated in the itinerary
Accommodation as indicated in the itinerary
Private Transportation (Land and river transport allow them to carry 10/15 kilos of luggage per person)
Private boat
First aid kit
Naturalist Bilingual Rainforest Guide (English, Spanish)
Meals as indicated in the itinerary (vegetarian, vegan, gluten – free, pescatarian option)
Snacks (fresh fruits, cookies, chocolate)
Peruvian food prepared by a Chef.
Unlimited Purified Water
Rubber Boots
Biodegradable soaps

Local flights to Lima or Cusco (not included)
Trip cancellation insurance or any other travel insurance.
Extra nights during the trip due to flight cancellations or weather conditions.
Tipping of local guides, telephone, laundry
Alcoholic beverages

Note:

All programs in the jungle may have slight variations, depending on the reports of our experienced guides and weather conditions, in order to maximize the observation of wildlife.

For the jungle trip you will need the following equipment:

What to wear:

Long pants & sleaved cotton shirts (preferably in green or tan colours)
Sneakers (covered shoes) or other low heeled walking shoes
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Hat or cap

What to bring:

Swimwear
Sandals
Personal hygiene ítems
Daypack or small backpack
Personal prescription medicine (if that’s the case)
Rain coat
Flashlight or headlight
Mosquito repellent
Photocopy of Passport
Yellow fever certificate and extra money in plastic bags

Suggested:

Camera
Binoculars
Your own personal water container, to be refilled at any time. This way we can reduce the usage of plastic

Note : During meals in the dining room you can wear casual clothing and shoes or sandals. We provide rubber boots for walk in the rainforest.

Quick movements and loud noises are stressful to animals. Considerate travelers practice these safety methods:
- Learn about wildlife through quiet observation. Do not disturb wildlife or plants just for a “better look.” Observe wildlife from a distance so they are not scared or forced to flee.
- Considerate travelers observe wildlife from afar, give animals a wide berth.
- Avoid use of flash while taking snaps.
- Store food securely and keep garbage and food scraps away from animals so they will not acquire bad habits .Never feed wildlife. Help keep wildlife wild.
- Make sure the colors of clothing and gear blend with the environment.
Enjoy your trip!

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Prices & dates

TRIP COST

Prices are per person, valid through December, 2024

$345 (5+ members)

$405 (3-4 members)

$495 (2 members)

Make it your trip

We can arrange for longer or shorter stays, (see below for sample costs), or add an extension to additional places of interest. We can even add special activities or customize excursions depending on your interests. We invite you to contact us to discuss your options!

Optional Hotel upgrades

All upgrade pricing is per person, per night, based on double occupancy. Please call for single occupancy pricing.

WHEN TO GO

April to December

For our Private Journey trips, you choose your own group and your preferred dates—there are no set departure dates. Private Journeys are available to groups as few as two people or as large as you like. Contact us for availability, questions, or to book your adventure!