Wild Trip – Manu Blanquillo 7 days

¿WHAT WE EXPECT?

Live an Unforgettable Photography Experience

A photography tour in Manu will not only allow you to capture striking images of the Peruvian Amazon, but also deeply connect you with nature. It’s an adventure that blends exploration, learning, and creativity, leaving lasting memories and a unique portfolio of Peru’s biodiversity.

DETAILED TOUR ITINERARY:

WHAT TOUR SERVICES:

Includes Manu Blanquillo in the Tour

• Professional naturalist tour guide for jungle trips.
  Motorboat transportation.
  Land transportation in a private vehicle for jungle trips.
  Entrance fees to Macaw Clay Lick Blanquillo Manu National Park.
  Professional chef for jungle trips.
  Meals: 6 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, 6 Dinners, and drinking water (Note: Vegetarian option available upon prior request at no additional cost).
  Lodging: 6 Nights.
  First aid kit, including venom extractor, treatment for mosquito bites, and snakebite antidote.
  Radio communication.
  Rubber boots

Not included in the Manu Blanquillo Tour

Not included:

• Flights and airport departure taxes;
  Travel insurance;
  Vaccinations for jungle trips;
  Breakfast on the first day and dinner on the last day;
  Drinks;
  Tips for local staff.

What to bring on the Manu Blanquillo Tour:

• Mosquito repellent (DEET 35 recommended as a minimum);
  Original passport for jungle trips;
  Small backpack;
  Long-sleeved cotton shirts (preferably in green);
  Long cotton pants;
  Long cotton socks (to tuck into pants);
  Comfortable walking shoes;
  Sandals or lightweight shoes;
  Rain gear (e.g., rain poncho);
  Swimsuit;
  Binoculars (also available for rent);
  Camera and its charger;
  Plastic bags for clothes and a camera;
  Hat for sun and/or rain protection;
  Toiletries;
  Small towel;
  Toilet paper;
  Hand sanitizer;
  Sunscreen;
  Sunglasses;
  Flashlight (with spare bulb and batteries);
  A water bottle (at least 1 liter);
  Pocket money (Soles) to buy some drinks and souvenirs, as well as for tipping.

ABOUT LODGE:

Frequently asked questions (FAQs):

JUNGLE HIKE IN THE AMAZON

It has been observed that red and green macaws, Grunflugel (ARA chloptera), frequently visit the clay lick at Blanquillo. In my personal opinion, a clay lick can be a social spot where single macaws seek their parenting partners. When feeding from a hand,

macaws are very nervous as predators can easily attack them in the open wall. They are especially vulnerable because their heads are inside a hole while eating the clay.The souls that left this world follow the direction of the Seronhai River. That is the river of those born into the other world.

So, it is a point in the Seronhai that opens in two directions. In the middle is the Yongkatone, a giant macaw.

You have to feed it, and it will let you in to continue its journey to Wanamei, the tree where it will live happily and carefree. That’s why it’s good to feed the one starving because if you don’t feed it in

Yongkatone, it gets bitter and cuts off its head, throwing it to the other side of the river, where there is a fire in Collpa Salvaje – Manu Blanquillo.

Collpa Salvaje – Manu Blanquillo is “Collpa” in Quechua (native mountain language), meaning salt from the earth.

The jungle locals also used it to designate certain areas used by animals indefinitely for a supplement of salts and minerals in their diet.

These help against strong alkaloids and toxins found in plants and many trees of the rainforest.

During the Peru Nature Tour, we will visit one of the most famous “collpas” (Collpa in English) – Collpa Blanquillo!

You have the chance to see a large number of macaws, parrots, and parakeets! Additionally, you can observe the wildlife and the lush vegetation of the Cultural Zone of Manu National Park, Lago Blanco (Cocha), and

Guacamon Silvestre Clay Lick – Manu Blanquillo 7 days:

In Manu, typical macaw salt lick areas are the palm trees (Scheela butyracea), known as Shebonal.

The nutrient content, high aluminum concentration, and low organic matter characterize these areas. Drainage is poor due to the high clay concentration in the soil.

Thus, during the rainy season, the areas easily flood, and during the dry season, they become clay bricks.

It’s no wonder these macaws use high-concentration aluminum clay to cure their stomach pains. Aluminum hydroxide medications are also used in Manu National Park.

BLANQUILLO

Manu Wildlife Center is located in a wooded area that boasts one of the greatest diversities of microhabitats in the Manu Park area.

Firm land, transitional floodplain, varzea and bamboo forests are nearby the cabin, more willow and cane succession, found on river beaches and islands, resulting in one of the highest biodiversity

in the Manu. Over 580 bird species have been recorded in the area between Boca Manu and the lodge and in the surrounding jungle.

The macaws and clay licks of Blanquillo are only 25 minutes by river, and a flock of up to 200 red and green macaws and many hundreds of their smaller relatives come to eat the clay necessary for their digestion.

There are two clay licks with floating platforms for wildlife observation, and two families of endangered giant otters inhabit these lakes and small streams.

About an hour’s walk from Manu Wildlife Center through the forest, there is a large mammal lick where the tapir, the largest land mammal in South America,

regularly comes in search of minerals. Here is a large hide, equipped with mattresses and mosquito nets for those who want to spend the night comfortably observing these nocturnal creatures.

During the day, several species of parrots and parakeets, as well as turkeys, guans, peccaries, and red howler monkeys, visit the clay lick.

There are 12 species of monkeys that will be observed while walking the trails to the Manu Wildlife Center, including the emperor tamarin, spider monkey, and saki monkey. Access to the canopy is easy, with two

Canopy platforms (30 meters and 40 meters) on large emergent trees accessed by metal stairs.

Travel Manu Macaw Clay Lick – Blanquillo.

One of the largest tropical parks in South America. Located in the South East region of Peru, nestled in the last Andean foothills of the department of Cusco and the jungle of Madre de Dios.

It covers an area of 2 million square hectares of a territory rich in flora and fauna, with a variety of Andean, high Andean, tropical, and subtropical habitats.

This natural paradise recognized by UNESCO as a Biosphere Reserve; It harbors the greatest biological diversity in protected areas of rainforest and several endemic species of cloud forest.

The Wild Trip Manu Blanquillo is a 7-day journey through the heart of Manu National

Park in Peru, offering an immersive exploration of one of the world’s most biodiverse rainforests. The trip features a mix of cultural and natural highlights, including visits to ancient Incan tombs, vibrant colonial towns, and the spectacular Macaw Clay Lick where you can witness large flocks of colorful macaws and other wildlife.

Here’s a brief overview of the itinerary and what you can expect:

Day 1: Cusco to Pilcopata

Start early from Cusco, visiting Ninamarca’s pre-Incan tombs.
Explore Paucartambo, a charming colonial town, and ascend to Tres Cruces viewpoint to see the Cock of the Rock bird.
End the day in Pilcopata Lodge.

Day 2: Atalaya Port to Rainforest Lodge

Travel to Atalaya Port, then board a boat to explore the Alto Madre de Dios River, spotting various wildlife such as monkeys, herons, and vultures.
Spend the night at Rainforest Lodge, with an optional night walk.

Day 3: Rainforest Lodge to Maquisapayoq Lodge

A scenic 8-hour boat ride takes you to the Manu Reserved Zone.
Explore the Maquisapayoq Lodge area, home to the red-faced spider monkey and tapir sightings at a clay lick.
Evening walk to observe tapirs at the clay-lick.

Day 4: Macaw Clay Lick and Cocha Blanco Lake

Visit the Macaw Clay Lick to see vibrant macaws.
Explore Cocha Blanco Lake to observe giant river otters and birds like the prehistoric hoatzin.
Return to the lodge for dinner and a caiman search at night.

Day 5: Macaw Clay Lick to Camungo Lake

Early morning visit to the Blanquillo Macaw Clay Lick.
Head to Camungo Lake for stunning views from a 42-meter-high observation tower.

Day 6: Blanquillo to Boca Manu

Boat journey towards Boca Manu, with a stop at Aguas Calientes for a thermal bath.
Continue to the Rainforest Lodge for the night.

Day 7: Return to Cusco

Visit a nearby parrot clay lick before heading back to Atalaya Port.
Private transport returns you to Cusco by evening.

What to Expect:

Wildlife: Giant river otters, capuchin monkeys, colorful parrots, and more.
Macaw Clay Lick: One of the world’s most amazing natural spectacles.
Immersive Nature: Comfortable lodges that allow you to blend into the Amazon environment.
Guided Tours: Expert local guides provide in-depth knowledge about the flora and fauna.

Why Choose This Tour?

Unique Experience: Explore one of the world’s most biodiverse places.
Perfect for All Ages: Suitable for families, adults, and nature lovers of all ages.
Moderate Adventure: Perfect for those looking for adventure without extreme physical demands.