5 Days
Travel to the Manu Jungle

Purpose of the Travel

Connect with the Spirit of Nature and its Culture

The Manu Biosphere Reserve has always been the territory of ancestral peoples such as the Matsiguenkas, considered to be expert hunters and connoisseurs of the medicinal secrets of plants whose heritage dates back thousands of years. In this program we have carefully elaborated an authentic experience where meditation and Yoga accompany us throughout the trip, to connect with the magic of the Amazon, learning about the rituals, beliefs, and the use of medicinal plants of the Matsiguenka culture. Have yoga sessions outdoors enjoying the tranquility of the Amazonian environment.

Itinerary

DAY 1

(9:00 am - 19:00 pm)

Cusco – Paucartambo - Salvación

In the morning we will pick you up from the hotel, and we will go to the PUBLIC TRANSPORT exit, our destination will be the exuberant region of the cloud forest where the Andes end and give way to the Amazon, thus reaching the colorful colonial town of Paucartambo. At the Acjanaco pass (3,550 meters above sea level) which is the entrance to the Manu National Park, we continue the journey until we reach the town of Villa Salvación where we will settle in our comfortable rooms.

(INCLUDES Lunch and Dinner).

DAY 2

(6:30 am - 16:00 pm)

Matsiguenka Shipetiari Community

Very early in the morning, we will have the opportunity to visit Lake Machuwasi, previously we will do a meditation of approximately 15 minutes. The visit lasts to this place approximately 1 hour, being able to observe the flora and fauna of the place, then we return to the hostel for breakfast and go by private transport to the Native community of Shipetiari, on the way we will carry out the REFORESTATION activity where we will have the opportunity to plant important trees in the area (30 minutes approximately). We will continue for approximately 3 hours and in private transport to the Shipetiari port, where the representative of the Native Community will be waiting for us to cross the Alto Madre De Dios River (approximately 15 minutes by boat ), we will arrive at the Pankotsi Lodge Managed by the Native community of Shipetiari we will place ourselves in our comfortable Bungalows.

In the afternoon after a break we will have the following activities:

Hike Colpa Trocha (Renaco Trocha Closed Circuit)
Night Walk Observing insects (use Flashlight)

(INCLUDES breakfast, lunch and dinner).

DAY 3

(6:00 am - 12:00 pm)

Matsiguenka Shipetiari Community

We meet again in group dynamics and awaken our body and mind through yoga / meditation and breathing, to the sound of sunrise. Later and after breakfast, we will go out to explore the jungle a short walk along the Yanayacu trail, always in the native company of a member of the community. The lodge has a very extensive trail system to explore the Manu jungle.

Upon returning to the lodge we will have the activity in Crafts where we will learn how to make an «Arrow». (45 Minutes Approximately)

In the afternoon we will have the walk to the Collpa in search of fauna, being able to reach the sighting platform, an opportunity to be in silence and turn meditate while waiting for a mammal in the area. Return to the lodge rest, spend the night.

(INCLUDES breakfast, lunch and dinner).

DAY 4

(6:30 am - 16:00 pm)

Matsiguenka Shipetiari Community

A new yoga session at sunrise and a new opportunity to explore the forest or just relax. In the afternoon we will visit the community, we will have time to learn a little about the daily life of our new friends, we will do some activities with them, such as the harvest of Yuca, banana where we will learn how to make Masato, a natural and traditional drink for celebrating their harvests as well as other seasonal products, and in the late afternoon, we will participate in a bonfire and traditional food, such as Pacamoto (pieces of fish cooked inside a piece of bamboo), banana and other local products, we will spend time exchanging experiences in native company with the Matsiguenkas.

And to regain our strength and channel our energy, we will have a relaxation session participating in the TEMAZCAL (Natural Sauna) flavored with medicinal and aromatic herbs that we find during our walks, then we will meet for the tasting of traditional food.

(INCLUDES breakfast, lunch and dinner).

DAY 5

(5:00 am - 20:00 pm)

Retorno Comunidad Shipetiari - Cusco

After breakfast very early we will say goodbye to our friends and start the return to the city of Cusco again by boat to the Shipetiari port and in private transport to Villa Salvación, and the return to the city of Cusco is by PUBLIC TRANSPORT, having departures from 11:00 am. We will arrive in the city of Cusco at approximately 8:00 p.m., and finally, we will have a Taxi to your accommodation

(INCLUDES Breakfast)

What are the recommendations before the trip to the Manu Jungle?

In this program in the JUNGLE, they may have slight variations depending on the reports of our experienced guides and the weather conditions, to maximize the observation of wildlife.

The rainy or low season temperature is from December to March, but throughout the year there may be unexpected rains, the temperatures in the low areas vary between 35 ° C during the day and 20 ° C at night.

What should we take to the Manu Jungle?

We must bear in mind that we will go to Nature, it is essential NOT to forget: personal documents (Passport) and proof of the vaccination against the influence and yellow fever at least 7 days before the trip is REQUIREMENT THAT THE NATIVE COMMUNITY OF SHIPETIARI REQUESTS.

We suggest to bring:

Binoculars
Waterproof backpack cover
Pocket knife
Polar jacket
Shirts
Hats
1 pair of shorts
long pants for excursions / hikes
Trekking shoes or hiking shoes (Shoes suitable for wet and uneven floors)
Sports sandals
sunscreen
Mosquito repellent
sunglasses
Alarm clock or wristwatch with alarm
Hand or head torch (all destinations have adapters for charging batteries)
Basic First Aid Kit (Lip balm, aspirin, antihistamines, anti-diarrhea tablets, oral rehydration solutions, insect repellent, additional personal prescription medications that you may be taking.
Cash for tips that is NOT included

WHAT INCLUDES

Guided excursions
Food according to the Itinerary (optional vegetarian)
Accommodation
Tickets to the mentioned places
Transfer by land and river transport that allow us to carry luggage of up to 10 kilos (pick up and transfer to the hotel during the tours)
Bilingual Guide (English - Spanish)
Meditations

NO INCLUYE:

Drinks
Appetizers
Insurance of any kind
Laundry service
Telephone calls or messages and others of a personal nature
International or domestic flights
airport taxes
Extra nights during the trip due to flight cancellations or weather conditions

COST

5 Days - Travel to the Jungle of MANU

COSTO : (Check our Offers if you are more than 2 people)

WAY TO PAY:

To be able to reserve you have to confirm the reservation sending 50% of the cost or any other service, once we confirm the payment we will send you an email with the confirmation of your Reservation, Keep in mind that you have to pay the other 50% when arriving in Cusco or, failing that, the day of the reserved service.
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