Marvelousperu – Salkantay trek to Machu Picchu

Manu National Park 4 Days

Overview

Embark on an unforgettable adventure in the Peruvian jungle. From the heights of Cusco to the depths of the mysterious cloud forest, this journey will take you to discover the natural beauty and rich biodiversity of the region. From spotting exotic birds to witnessing unique mating rituals, each day offers a unique and unforgettable experience. Immerse yourself in the jungle and create memories to last a lifetime.

Highlights

Itinerary

Day 1: CUSCO – CLOUD FOREST – HARPY LODGE

Leaving from Cusco very early in the morning in Our comfortable bus. Ascending to the high mountain area of Paucartambo. On the way we visit the funeral towers or chullpas of Ninamarca. The bus then descents through the mysterious cloud forest full of beautiful orchids, heliconias and primitive ferns. Stopping to give you an opportunity to witness Cock of the Rocks (Rupicola Peruvian) mating ritual. There are also possibilities to observe the Amazonian Umbrella bird (Cephalopteros Ornatus), Trogons (Trogon sp.) and many more. With luck the only South American bear, the Spectacled Bear (Tremarctos ornatus). In the afternoom we arrive to the village of Atalaya, where we take our boat 30 minutes by Alto Madre de Dios River to our typical lodge. Showers and toilets available.

Day 2: HARPY LODGE

After delicious breakfast in the morning the group organize to walk until our view point to observe the villages around the river and walking inside the jungle around the lodge where you can see many species of birds, insects and many other small animals Night in Lodge. Showers and toilets shared.

Day 3: HARPY LODGE – PARROTS CLAY LICK – MACHUHUASI LAKE

Very early in the morning . We take the boat for proximally 25 minutes to the parrots lick , where we can see the green parrots and also some birds or small animals .after to see parrots we will come back to the lake Machuhuasi where there are balsa rafts to go a long the lake for 2 hours. Where you can see other species of bird like hoatzin, then we will walk one hour more inside the jungle. Nigh in Lodge. Showers and Toilet shared.

Day 4: HARPY LODGE – ATALAYA – CUSCO

After a delicious breakfast unfortunately we will come back by boat to the port Atalaya after that we will take the bus to return until Cusco . Transfer to the hotel.

Included

Excluded

Recommendations

  • Any flight or airport departure taxes

  • Travel insurance

  • Vaccinations

  • Breakfast on the first day

  • Tips for local staff

  • Entrance fee to the Reserve

From:

$ 320.00