Manu First Encounter 4D/3N

Itinerary

Day 1 – Journey to the Cloud Forest

Travel from Cusco to the lush eastern slopes of the Andes. Spot hummingbirds, orchids and Peru’s national bird, the cock-of-the-rock. Overnight at Manu Cloud Forest Lodge.

Day 2 – Into the Rainforest

Descend into the Amazon Basin, visiting local communities and the orchid trail en route. Arrive at Manu Learning Centre, your base in the rainforest.

Day 3 – Explore the Jungle

Hike through primary forest, spot monkeys and colourful birds, and learn about sustainable living projects run by Crees. Optional night walk. Overnight at the MLC.

Day 4 – Return to Cusco

After an early breakfast at the lodge, we begin our journey back to Cusco. Enjoy the final sights and sounds of the rainforest as we travel by boat and road through the cloud forest and across the Andes.

Accomodation

Your journey includes nights in two distinct rainforest lodges:

• Cock of the Rock Lodge (1 night): A welcoming ecolodge set in the cloud forest of the eastern Andes. (Please note: this lodge is not operated by Crees Manu.)
• Manu Learning Centre (MLC) (3 nights): Your rainforest home, and the heart of our conservation work.

The MLC is an eco-lodge recognised as a biological field station, designed to foster a deep connection with nature and a commitment to sustainability. Nestled in the heart of the rainforest and just steps from the Madre de Dios River, it is built with natural materials and powered by solar energy — offering a unique blend of comfort and low-impact living.

The MLC includes:

• Three freshly prepared meals per day, served in a communal dining area (dietary requirements accommodated)
• Chill-out spaces to read, reflect or simply listen to the forest
• Although we believe part of the immersive experience involves stepping away from technology, Wi-Fi access is available daily from 7 to 9 pm

You’ll sleep in one of our pods — private, thoughtfully designed cabins that open onto forest views.

Each pod includes:

• Twin or double shared rooms (single rooms available for a supplement)
• Mosquito nets and comfortable beds
• Private en-suite bathrooms with showers and flush toilets

What we expect from you

• Be kind. Get involved. Make yourself at home.