Manu Cultural Zone

This tour allows you to visit the dwarf forest of Acjanaco known as the entrance to the Manu National Park and the cloud forest where the king of the woods is the cock of the rock which is Peru´s national bird. You will be surprised by the natural talent of this bird as he preforms his mating dance which you can observe from the platform of the LEK. This is a welcome stop on our way to the Eco-Lodge “Bambu Lodge”.

To wake up at sunrise to the song of thousands of birds is something you will never forget. We will be heading further into the rainforest through small local villages until we reach the port of Atalaya where our motorized boat will be waiting for us. An exciting boat ride along the river Madre de Dios awaits us before we settle for the night in the Lodge “Soga de Oro”. We are now in the rainforest of the Manu where the natural sound and the fresh air will soothe you.

You can explore lake Machuwasi on a thatched raft like the locals have used for thousands of years. Take a walk around the lake and look for the CEIBA PENTANDRA a giant indigenous tree and finally observe the parrots at the salt lick.

Free Quotes Online!

Overview

When to Go !	April - October and November - December
Trip Level:	Medium / Easy
Activities:	Culture, Nature, Fauna, Flora, Wildlife, Jungle, Rainforest
Places:	Cusco, Acjanaco, Manu Cultural, Manu National Park
Transportation:	Private bus, Private boat and Hiking
Accommodation:	Lodge ( Bambu Lodge, Soga de Oro Lodge)
Start of your tour:	in Cusco (pick up at your hotel)
End of tour:	in Cusco (drop off at your hotel)
Small Groups:	(no more than 6 travelers)
Discounts 2026:	"Ask for our special group rates when booking together with 3 or more people"

PDF ITINERARY PDF FAQ PDF PACKING LIST

ITINERARY

DAY 1.- CUSCO - ACJANACO - GALLITO DE LAS ROCAS - BAMBU LODGE.

We leave early at 5:30 am on 6-7 hour trip climbing to 4,000 masl at the highest point. On our way we will stop at famous sites like the Chullpas of Ninamarca, a pre Inka cemetery. Later we descend through valleys between the mountains until we reach Paucartambo, a town of great history which is known as the folkloric capital of Peru at 2,900 masl. After we visit this beautiful town we head to Acjanaco, at 3,560 masl this is the entrance point to the Manu National Park (UNESCO).

From here we descend into the Cloud Forest, where we do some walking to observe more orchids than you can count; birds like Quetzales, Toucans, and multicolored Tanagers. We will stop at the San Pedro strategic viewpoint called L.E.K. to observe the national bird of Peru, ¨El gallito de las rocas.¨ These colorful birds will perform their mating ritual with acrobatic jumps and wonderful songs. With a little luck we will be able to see the first mammals of the rainforest like Monkeys and Spectacled Bears. We will continue our trip to our place for the night, the ¨BAMBU LODGE¨.

Breakfast, Snack, Lunch, Dinner (Novo-Amazonian style).

Bambu Lodge, Double room with private bath and shower.
Natural mineral water (from noon).

For the LEK (A platform built to appreciate the Andean cock-of-the-rock).

DAY 2.- BAMBU LODGE TO SOGA DE ORO LODGE.

After an early breakfast we continue with our minibus: we pass the village of Pilcopata and cross the river of the same name to get to the small port of Atalaya (600 m). On the way we stop for some walks to observe birds and to visit a local orchid garden. Before reaching Atalaya we enjoy a great view of the river basin from a lookout point.

At the port we embark on a half hour journey in a 15-meter motorized canoe down the Alto Madre de Dios River. We have the opportunity to see wildlife along the rocky banks of the river, such as Fasciated Tiger Herons, Purplish Jays, Skimmers and some of the monkey species that live in Manu. In the afternoon we walk on the trails near the lodge and visit Machuwasi Lake, on the opposite side of the river. We use a wooden raft to explore the lake and observe the birdlife. In the evening we can go caiman spotting at the river or go on a night walk. We spend the night at Soga de Oro Lodge (double rooms & private bathroom).

Breakfast, Snack, Lunch, Dinner (Novo-Amazonian style).

Soga de Oro Lodge (Double room with private bath and shower).
Natural mineral water.

For the Machuwasi lake.

DAY 3.- SOGA DE ORO LODGE - PARROT CLAY LICK.

At dawn we travel downriver by boat to the parrot clay lick. This is a special place where parrots, parakeets and small macaws, including the Chestnut fronted Macaw and the rare Blue headed Macaw, come to eat minerals which help them with digestion.

After the natural show we walk on the trails to see more animals and you have the option to climb up to a lookout point for a spectacular view over the Alto Madre de Dios River. Another trail takes us to a huge Ceiba Tree. Later we can go fishing or have a bath in the river. The night is spent at the lodge. Optional night walk to see insects, frogs, snakes etc.

Breakfast, Snack, Lunch, Dinner (Novo-Amazonian style).

Soga de Oro Lodge (Double room with private bath and shower).
Natural mineral water.

For the CEIBA (huge Tree).

DAY 4.- SOGA DE ORO LODGE TO CUSCO.

On this day, we have the last option for the parrot and macaw clay lick in case we didn't have luck on the last day. After, we continue our trip to Cusco.

The trip will be 6-7 hours aprox. First by boat and later by bus. We leave you in your hotels. Dinner by your own.

Breakfast, Snack, Lunch (Novo-Amazonian style).
Natural mineral water.

Manu Cultural Zone

4 days / 3 nights