Itinerary / Manu Reserved Zone Cultural
Day 1: Day 1: Cusco – Cloud Forest – Pilcopata Inn
We will leave Cusco in one of our vehicles very early in the morning. We will travel through picturesque countryside communities and interesting valleys between the Andes Mountains. We’ll see pre-Inca tombs from the Lupaca culture and then stop in Paucartambo, a lovely colonial town with an interesting museum. We’ll stop for lunch in the cloud forest along the way. We’ll continue our journey through the cloud forest, a habitat rich in endemic species like the Spectacled Bear and the Cock of the Rock, Peru’s national bird with a unique courting ritual. We can also see orchids, bromeliads, ferns, and other plants. We will continue to marvel at nature as we travel until we arrive at our lodge. Pilcopata inn, where we will spend our firts nigths.
Walking distance: 5 km
Elevation of the camp: 527 mts / 1729 feet
Climate: Wet and hot
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner / snack
Day 2: Pilcopata – Amazon Manu Lodge
We will take breakfast very early and then go for a walk, where we will be able to see forest fauna such as monkeys and birds. After that, we’ll go to a coca plantation and a wildlife rescue center. Following that, we will travel to Port Atalaya, which is located at 500 meters above sea level on the banks of the Alto Madre de Dios River. There, we will begin our boat descent to observe the incredible diversity of bird species such as herons, vultures, cormorants, and so on until we arrive at Amazon Manu Lodge. We’ll swim in the river and eat lunch there. In the afternoon, we’ll go to a swamp to see birds like toucans, woodpeckers, and macaws. Before dinner in the evening. we will go to observe the eyes of caimans, which stand out in the night. We will spend the night in the lodge.
Walking distance: 5 km
Elevation of the camp: 500 mts / 1700 feet
Climate: Wet and hot
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner / snack
Day 3: Amazon Manu Lodge (450 m.a.s.l.)
We will board our boat very early in the morning and travel to the macaw clay lick, a wall along the riverbank where various species of parrots, including the blue-headed parrot, white-eyed parakeet, and chestnut-fronted macaw, gather every morning. They eat the clay, which is high in minerals and aids in digestion and the removal of toxins from their bodies. After that, we’ll return to our lodge for a hearty breakfast. Following breakfast, we will go on a 2.5-3 hour hike through the forest. We’ll return to the lodge for lunch before resting or bathing in the river. Following lunch. You will also be able to go zip-lining. In the afternoon, we’ll go to Lake Machuwasi, where we’ll go on balsa rafts to see birds like the prehistoric hoatzin and, hopefully, other animals like monkeys and capybaras. We’ll then go on a night walk through the forest in search of insects and amphibians. We’ll eat dinner and spend the night at Amazon Manu Lodge after the night walk.
Walking distance: 5 km
Elevation of the camp: 450 mts / 1600 feet
Climate: Wet and hot
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner / snack
Day 4: Amazon EcoLodge – Cusco
After a delicious breakfast, we can observe the hummingbirds around the lodge before boarding our boat back to Port Atalaya, where our bus will be waiting to take us back to Cusco. We’ll eat lunch on the way back to Cusco and arrive around 5:30- 6:30 p.m.
Walking distance: 1 km
Elevation of the camp: 450 mts / 1600 feet
Climate: Wet and hot
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner / snack
Important Information / Manu National Park
Getting to Cusco:
All international passengers by plane must disembark in Lima and pass through Customs because the airport in Cusco is currently only for local flights. You must pick up your luggage in Lima and then check them back in, even if your trip from there to Cusco is on the same day and with the same airline.
The best way to go to Cusco is by plane, and there are many airlines to choose from. Although LAN generally offers the most options and flights, it is also the most expensive. Be prepared for flight delays or cancellations.
Weather in Cusco:
Of course, the weather is erratic. In Cusco, the dry season typically lasts from April through October, but be prepared because it can rain in June or get sunny in December.
Please make sure you have rain gear, including a waterproof jacket, pants, poncho, and waterproof gloves, no matter what month you are taking the journey.
Consider the four seasons as well. You should be prepared for all four seasons as many of the climbs over the Andes entail numerous microclimates.
Always wear layers since they make it simple to adapt to changing temperatures. Please be ready with a heavy, winter-weight jacket because evenings will always be chilly.
Luggage Storage:
Your luggage allowance is still restricted owing to railway regulations even if this is an overnight train vacation. To be transported to Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu), all bags must fit in a carry-on.
While you trek, you can leave any additional luggage in Cusco at your hotel or with us at the AltitudExperience Peru deposit. On the morning of your tour, we will collect from you and return after you have reached Cusco. Make sure your baggage are identified in some way so they can be found easily.
Altitude in Cusco & Manu National Park:
People begin to worry about altitude sickness as soon as they reserve their trip to Peru, specifically Cusco. Because there is less oxygen in the air at high altitudes than at sea level, your body must work harder to obtain oxygen. Your body becomes accustomed to the lower oxygen content of the air over a period of days at a high altitude.
This is why we always advise staying in Cusco for at least two days before to starting any hike. It would be ideal if you had more time. You won’t get bored in Cusco because it is a fantastic city with lots to do.
These symptoms will typically be modest. Always ease into action gradually to give your body time to acclimate. Drink a lot of liquids, such as coca tea or water. Since ancient times, coca tea has been used to help avoid altitude sickness.
Coca plant leaves contain alkaloids that help your body get more oxygen into your blood and stave off altitude sickness. A lot of alcohol and caffeine should be avoided. They’ll make you urinate more frequently and dehydrate you. Don’t smoke.
Your body has a harder time getting oxygen when you smoke. Don’t use sleeping medicines. Your body may have a harder time absorbing oxygen when you sleep as a result of their potential for shallow breathing at night.
Keep in mind that the journey to Machu Picchu is not a race. When people rush to the mountain’s summit too rapidly, even those in the best form will experience altitude sickness. Your body will have more time to become used to the mountain if you move gently.
To assist prevent altitude sickness, your doctor may recommend medications like acetazolamide and dexamethasone. Two days before you travel to a high altitude, begin taking the medication. While you are at a high altitude, keep taking it.
You must keep in mind that this is your vacation and that worrying about becoming sick is unnecessary. Drink plenty of water, move slowly, and take pleasure in the coca tea. In the unfortunate event that something goes wrong and you become ill, inform your guide right away. All ALTITUDEXPERIENCE guides have received training on how to assist you in navigating it.
Briefings
All briefings take place at our office starting at 6:30 p.m. You must arrange a different time with a member of the ALTITUDEXPERIENCE office staff if you are unable to make this appointment. Briefings last between 30 and 45 minutes. Your duffel bags will be delivered here.
Pick Up
One of the few businesses that will pick you up from your hotel is ALTITUDEXPERIENCE. We’ll schedule this pickup depending on a time that your guide will discuss at the briefing as long as your accommodation is in the heart of Cusco City. Depending on the amount of traffic and the period between pickups, pick-up times may vary by 30 to 45 minutes.
The alleys and alleyways in Cusco’s historic center are cobblestoned. Small accommodations like Air BNBs and hotels are frequently found on impassable streets.
First Aid:
AltitudExperience guide has completed a physician-led first aid course. Every February, we hold a training session that is required for all ALTITUDE guides. When guiding you, they’ll have oxygen and a first aid pack for common medical emergencies including traveler’s diarrhea and cuts and scrapes.
In the event that anything unforeseen occurs and you feel you are unable to finish the walk, they will plan the fastest and safest route off the trail to a clinic. You won’t ever be on your own; a team member will accompany you at all times until you reach a doctor in a safe location. We’ll make sure you still have the opportunity to see Machu Picchu and get back in touch with your group when you’re feeling up to it.
Environmental Impact:
AltitudExperience carries all of our trash back to Cusco and uses biodegradable soap. Our staff are taught to maintain the trail and collect any trash left by other groups. Additionally, we employ chemical portable restrooms that allow us to pack trash out. Leaving no trace is something we highly support.
Price / Manu Reserved Zone Cultural
Price Group Tour:
This means the journey is open for other Altitude travelers to join you. Our guide is prepared for different walking rhythms.
Price Private tour: Depends on the size of the group
Required pre-payment: $ 200 per person
Balance in Cusco: commonly pay in cusco after the briefing
Student discount: The student discount only applies for people who present a valid UNIVERSITY CARD. Minors 17 years old or younger. We need you to send us a copy of your university ID Tt award the discount. For children 17 years old and under, we need a copy of passport.
- Discount: $ 10 per person
