DAY 1.- CUSCO – PAUCARTAMBO – CLOUD FOREST – BAMBOO LODGE :

Starting early from Cusco we begin our  journey by private transportation climbing up to the high mountain area at 3900 m (13,000 feet). We make a stop in Ninamarca, to see the pre-Inca cemetery, and in the colonial village of Paucartambo. Then we cross Acjanaco pass at 3850 m and descend the eastern slopes of the Andes through cloud forest with lush vegetation (ferns, orchids, bromeliads etc.). We enjoy spectacular views of the Andes and can see wildlife such as our national bird: the bright red Cock of the Rocks (Rupicola peruviana) showing his mating dance. Walking along the road brilliantly colored Tanagers, Quetzals, Trogons, Tucanets and Hummingbirds as well as hawks can be seen and possibly the first monkeys, such as Woolly Monkeys. In the late afternoon we arrive at Bamboo Lodge (900m), where we have dinner and spend the night (double rooms with private bathroom).

DAY 2.-  BAMBOO LODGE – ATALAYA – PANTIACOLLA 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 at a local orchid garden and a hummingbird station. We also go on a walk along the road to look for monkeys and birds. From Atalaya we navigate for about 3 hours in a 15-meter motorized canoe down the Alto Madre de Dios River. Today we enjoy the changing landscape passing by the Pantiacolla mountains and have the opportunity to see wildlife along the banks of the river, such as Fasciated Tiger Herons, Skimmers, Kingfishers, Vultures, caimans and some of the 13 species of monkeys that live in Manu. In the afternoon we reach Pantiacolla Lodge, where we spend the night (double rooms with private bath). Evening night walk to see insects, frogs, snakes etc.

DAY 3.- PANTIACOLLA LODGE

Early in the morning we visit a Macaw clay lick and expend the rest of the morning exploring the interesting trails. In the afternoon we go to for a swim in a nearby hot springs.

DAY 4.- PANTIACOLLA LODGE TO ATALAYA – CUSCO

After breakfast take our boat up the river to Atalaya and our van to Cusco  arriving late in the afternoon.