Manu National Park Tour 2025 8-Day Trekking

Overview

The Manu National Park Tour offers an immersive 8-day adventure deep into one of the most biodiverse places on Earth. This tour takes you trekking and camping through the untouched wilderness of the Amazon rainforest, where you’ll encounter exotic wildlife, lush vegetation, and breathtaking natural beauty. The Manu National Park Tour is perfect for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers looking to explore one of Peru’s most pristine natural reserves.

Day 1: Journey to the Amazon

Your Manu National Park Tour begins with a drive from Cusco through the Andes to the edge of the Amazon basin. Along the way, you’ll pass through picturesque villages and cloud forests before descending into the lush jungle. The first night of the tour is spent at a lodge near the entrance to Manu National Park.

Day 2-4: Trekking and Wildlife Exploration

The next few days of the Manu National Park Tour are dedicated to exploring the park’s diverse ecosystems. You’ll trek through primary and secondary forests, guided by expert naturalists who will help you spot wildlife such as jaguars, giant otters, monkeys, and countless bird species. Each night, you’ll camp in the heart of the rainforest, surrounded by the sounds of nature.

Day 5-6: Deeper Into the Jungle

As the Manu National Park Tour continues, you’ll venture deeper into the jungle, where fewer tourists go. This part of the tour offers a true wilderness experience, with opportunities to explore oxbow lakes, visit clay licks where macaws and other birds gather, and learn about the traditional uses of medicinal plants from local communities.

Day 7: Return to Civilization

After a week in the jungle, the Manu National Park Tour begins its return journey. You’ll trek back towards the park’s edge, taking in the last views of the Amazon before reaching the comfort of a lodge for your final night.

Day 8: Back to Cusco

On the final day of the Manu National Park Tour, you’ll travel back to Cusco, reflecting on the incredible experiences and sights of the past week. This tour offers a unique opportunity to disconnect from the modern world and connect with nature in one of the most remote and beautiful parts of the planet.

Why Choose the Manu National Park Tour for 2025?

The Manu National Park Tour is ideal for those seeking a deep and meaningful connection with nature. This 8-day trekking and camping tour allows you to explore the rich biodiversity of the Amazon rainforest while experiencing the adventure of a lifetime.

Book the Manu National Park Tour for 2025 and embark on an 8-day journey into the heart of the Amazon.

Itinerary

Manu National Park 8 Days, is one of the most bio-diverse tourist destinations on the planet with an amazing number of plant, animal and insect species. As such, visiting the Manu area allows the tourist a window into an ecosystem like no other. It has a diversity and richness rare in the world, offering visitors many chances to see wildlife and incredible flora and fauna.

First Day: Cusco (3,300 m.a.s.l.) – Andes – (3,650 m.a.s.l.) Cloud Forest (1,400 m.a.s.l.)

We leave Cusco early in the morning in one of our vehicles. We will pass through interesting valleys and picturesque communities. We will stop in Paucartambo, a beautiful colonial town, here we will visit a very interesting museum. We will have a packed lunch in route. We continue to the Cloud Forest, a rich area with endemic species like the Spectacled Bear, the Cock of The Rock, a variety of orchids, bromeliads, lichens and ferns etc. Taken in the beautiful nature as we make our way to Orquídeas de San Pedro Lodge where we will spend our first night in our comfortable accommodation.

Second day: Cloud Forest San Pedro – Erika Lodge (600 m.a.s.l.)

Very early we will go in search of the Cock of the Rock, the National bird of Peru that has a very unique courtship dance. After breakfast we will continue to the small town of *Pilcopata, then to the Port of Atalaya, which is located on the shores of the Madre de Dios River (600 m.s.n.m). Here we will take a boat to our Private Reserve of “Erika” where we will walk along the interesting trails that are in the transition zone between high and low jungle and your guide will point out and explain the interesting diversity of wild life that surrounds you. After breakfast we will visit Machuwasi Lake where we are going to paddle quietly on a catamaran to be able to see an enormous diversity of bird species such as hoatzin a prehistoric bird, horned screamers, red capped cardinals, capped herons, vultures, cormorants, and others; walking we can observe monkeys, capibaras, snakes and other species. In the afternoon, if time allows us, we will take a walk along another trail where we will visit the Ceiba tree, one of the largest and oldest amazon plant species that exist on the planet. Also, we will have the chance for a night walk to catch a glimpse of insects and amphibians. We overnight in our Erika Lodge. * 1 Free Option – Rafting: From the town of Pilcopata will have 90 minutes of rafting (grade I & II) on the Koñeq and Alto Madre de Dios Rivers. You can enjoy the beautiful landscape and have a swim in the refreshing water.

Third day: Erika Lodge – Reserved Zone / Lake Salvador (295m.a.s.l.)

Very early we board our boat and make our way to Collpa, a clay wall by the Alto Madre de Dios River where a variety of parrots such as the blue headed parrot, the White eyed parakeet, possibly the Maracana Macaw and others come every morning to substitute their diet with minerals and salts. After this activity we will have a delicious breakfast en route and we will head down the river toward the Reserved Zone during this part of our journey, we will see birds like skimmers, herons, several species of kingfishers, swallows and flycatchers. We will make a brief stop at the Limonal Ranger Station where we will register in the Visitor’s Book which controls entry into the reserve. We continue on the Manu River towards the heart of the reserve for about 4 hours to Lake Salvador leaving all traces of civilization behind. We will spend the next two nights in our Safari camp. During this trip you can often see a variety of bird species like macaws, herons, pink rosettes and with a little luck, capybaras, caimans, river turtles, monkeys, and hopefully some felines often sunning on the beaches or feeding in surrounding trees. In the afternoon we spend our time walking in search of wildlife in this pristine forest.

Fourth day: Reserved Zone / Lake Salvador (295m.a.s.l.)

We will most likely be woken early by the howler monkey declaring his territory. Before breakfast we will talk a morning walk as the temperature at this time is more pleasant and it makes it a bit easier to find animals who are in search of food. We will explore Salvador Lake by catamaran and try to see the giant otter, a species in danger of extinction, they can be seen fishing, playing or swimming. We will be looking for the Black Cayman, the Hoatzin and the interesting surrounding flora. We will visit Otorongo Lake and the observation tower which is 15m heigh which enables us to fully appreciate the landscape of the surrounding primary forest and we are more likely to see the family of otters whom reside here. There may be a possibility to do a short night walk to look for American bullfrogs, horned frogs, tree frogs and a host of colorful insects.

Fifth day: Reserved Zone / Lake Salvador (295m.a.s.l.) – Hummingbird Lodge (565m.a.s.l.)

We will wake up early again to take a walk around our campsite and Lake Salvador. You will be amazed by the gigantic Ceibas, colorful butterflies and curious squirrel, capuchin and wooly monkeys. After breakfast we will pack up, board our boat and go stream down the Manu River. We will keep our eyes open for peccaries (hogs), caymans, turtles and birds. In the afternoon we will arrive at the Hummingbird Lodge and we will have the possibility of having a short night walk. Overnight at the lodge.

Sixth day: Hummingbird Lodge – Shintuya Hot Springs

After a delicious breakfast, we will leave the Hummingbird Lodge to head towards the Shintuya Hot Springs, where we will enjoy a wonderful day surrounded by beautiful views, sounds of nature and the relaxing natural hot water springs. Overnight at the lodge.

Seventh day: Shintuya Hot Springs – Erika Lodge

Today we continue by the Alto Madre de Dios River, against the current, taking in the beautiful scenery of the Amazon jungle and the huge diversity of bird species. Before noon we will be arriving to Erika Lodge, where we will have a relaxing afternoon enjoying nature. At night we will have the option to do a short night walk.

Eighth day: Erika Lodge to Port Atlaya and back to Cusco City

After a good and delicious breakfast, we will pack up and board our boat to head to Atalaya Port where our vehicle will be waiting to take us back, arriving in the city of Cusco in the afternoon. END OF OUR SERVICES. * 2 Free Optional activity – Hummingbird Garden: On the way back to Cusco, we will have a brief stop at Pico de Hoz Mirador (550 m.a.s.l.), a self-sustaining environmental conservation center to observe and photograph a wide variety of hummingbirds and other birds such as toucans, king vultures and maybe some monkeys and with luck a sloth.

Includes

INCLUDE

Own ground transportation
own boat transportation (covered motor boats)
Specialized and bilingual guides
01 night in Orquideas de San Pedro lodge
02 nights in Erika Lodge, 01 night in Boca Manu Lodge
02 night in Sajino Safari Campsite.
o1 night in Yanayacu Lodge,
meals (vegetarian option is available)
first aid Kit
paperwork
payment for Park permits
radio communication equipment in all lodges and campsites, and as additional service we offer safety box for values and storage for luggage in Cusco’s main office.

NOT INCLUDED

Binoculars
Drinks
Tips
Taxes

Recommendations

YOU SHOULD BRING

Please Note: Walking and journey times are approximate and the package includes Classic Inca Trail see availability first. Most people automatically assume that the weather is hot in South America, but because of the higher altitude in the Andes, the temperature can feel quite cold, especially at night. We recommend the use of a duffel bag or backpack, whichever is easiest for you to carry. A good size daypack is also essential.

Original Passport (and some copies)

Travel insurance (and some copies)

US$ cash and travellers cheques

Credit or debit card (see personal spending money)

Any entry visas or vaccination certificates required

Camera and films

Rechargeable batteries and adapters

Reading/writing material

Binoculars

Cover for backpacks

Windproof/waterproof jacket

Small towel and swim wear

shirts/t-shirts

Sun hat

2 pairs of shorts

2 pairs of long trousers *zipp off

1 pair hiking pants/track pants

sturdy walking shoes

Sport hiking sandals

Sun block

Sunglasses

Toiletries (biodegradable)

Watch or alarm clock

Water bottle

Purifying tablets or filter (Micropur recommeded)

Flashlight (head light recommended)

Money belt

Sleeping silk liner (for sleeping bags)

Wool hat, mitts or gloves (preferably waterproof)

Rain poncho, plastic bags for your personal stuff to keep dry

Sleeping bag (it can be hired form us )

Anti-inflammatory tablets (e.g. Ibuprofen)

Thermal underwear

Personal first-aid kit (should contain lip salve, Aspirin, Band Aids, anti-histamine, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhoea, re-hydration powder, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)

Price

The cost of this Tour Manu National Park 8Days is expressed in American dollars and is per person, the cost will depend on the hotel accommodation you choose, we work with hotels from 2** to 5**** stars, it will also depend on the type of room required : single (1 person), double (2 people) and triple (3 people). You can request the list of hotels we work with for your choice.

Important – In the months of January – April the services of the companies Inka Rail and Peru Rail leave and arrive at the stations of Ollantaytambo or Pachar (2 hours from the city of Cusco). – The prices of our Tours include transfers to these stations

PRICE PER PERSON IN DOUBLE ACCOMMODATION – 2025

Hoteles 5 estrellas

WESTIN
Libertador
Tambo del Inka – Expedition Train

Hoteles 4 estrellas

Aloft
Novotel
Casa Andina Yanahuara – Expedition Train

Hoteles 3 estrellas

Ibis
San Agustín
Inkallpa – Expedition Train

Hoteles 2 estrellas

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Mariel
Sacha
San Agustin Monasterio – Expedition Train

PRICE PER PERSON IN SINGLE ACCOMMODATION – 2025

Hoteles 5 estrellas

WESTIN
Libertador
Tambo del Inka – Expedition Train

Hoteles 4 estrellas

Aloft
Novotel
Casa Andina Yanahuara – Expedition Train

Hoteles 3 estrellas

Ibis
San Agustín
Inkallpa – Expedition Train

Hoteles 2 estrellas

Mariel
Sacha
San Agustin Monasterio – Expedition Train

PRICE PER PERSON IN TRIPLE ACCOMMODATION – 2025

Hoteles 5 estrellas

WESTIN
Libertador
Tambo del Inka – Expedition Train

Hoteles 4 estrellas

Aloft
Novotel
Casa Andina Yanahuara – Expedition Train

$Manu National Park 8 Days 7 Nights, is one of the most bio-diverse tourist destinations on the planet with an amazing number of plant, animal and insect species. As such, visiting the Manu area allows the tourist a window into an ecosystem like no other. It has a diversity and richness rare in the world, offering visitors many chances to see wildlife and incredible flora and fauna.