Day 1: Cusco - Cloud Forest
Departure from Cusco at 5:00 a.m. heading towards the Manu Biosphere Reserve. Along the way, we will make stops to observe the spectacular geographic and ecological transition from the high peaks of the Andes down to the magical cloud forest.
- Accommodation: San Pedro Lodge.
Day 2: Chontachaka, Yin Yoga and First Ayahuasca Ceremony
After breakfast, we continue our descent. To access the Chontachaka Ecological Reserve, we will experience the thrilling adventure of crossing the river suspended in the air in a cable basket. After settling in, we will take a hike to the waterfall for a first purifying contact with nature. After a light lunch and some rest, we will hold a Yin Yoga session. The afternoon will continue with massages and physical and mental preparation. At night, First Ayahuasca Ceremony (optional).
- Accommodation: Chontachaka Ecological Reserve.
Day 3: Integration and Amazonian Plant Sauna
We begin the day enjoying a free morning of integration, a sacred space for swimming and relaxing in the waters of the river. After lunch and a moment of rest in the covered spaces surrounded by vegetation, we will head to the village to take part in a restorative sauna with Amazonian plants.
- Accommodation: Chontachaka Ecological Reserve.
Day 4: Mono Trail, Cock of the Rock and Second Ayahuasca Ceremony
We venture into the jungle walking the Mono Trail, excellent for observing biodiversity. In the afternoon, a strategic hike to a natural lookout to observe the impressive Cock of the Rock. As night falls, we will prepare for our Second Ayahuasca Ceremony (optional).
- Accommodation: Chontachaka Ecological Reserve.
Day 5: Integration and Mariposa Trail
Free morning of integration to continue resting, assimilating the lessons learned, and freely connecting with the water. In the afternoon, we will continue our exploration walking the Mariposa Trail.
- Accommodation: Chontachaka Ecological Reserve.
Day 6: Wachuma Ceremony
This day will be dedicated to the Wachuma or San Pedro Ceremony (optional). This medicine is shared during the day, allowing for a clear, expansive, and highly visual connection with the natural surroundings and the mountains.
- Accommodation: Chontachaka Ecological Reserve.
Day 7: From Chontachaka to Pantiacolla
We conclude the retreat days and begin the expedition towards the lowland tropical jungle. We travel by transport to the port of Atalaya, where we will board a motorized boat to navigate the turbulent Alto Madre de Dios River. We will enjoy the dramatic change of scenery until reaching our lodge at the foot of the Pantiacolla Mountain Range.
- Accommodation: Pantiacolla Lodge.
Day 8: Entry into the Reserved Zone of Manu National Park
After breakfast, we board our boat to enter the Restricted Zone of Manu National Park. We will take the official photograph next to the traditional wooden sign marking the entrance to the park and make a mandatory stop for entry registration at the Limonal Ranger Station. From here, we will begin our navigation upstream along the mighty Manu River. During this journey, the jungle becomes more pristine and the chances increase of spotting taricaya turtles, caimans basking in the sun, and large mammals such as tapirs or the impressive jaguar resting on the river beaches. In the afternoon, we will arrive at the lodge to settle in and take a brief introductory walk.
- Accommodation: Jaguar Lodge.
Day 9: Deep Exploration - Cocha Salvador and Cocha Otorongo
We will devote the day to exploring the deepest treasures of the Manu. At dawn, we will take an excursion on a silent catamaran across Cocha Salvador. In these calm waters, we may observe the resident family of giant river otters fishing, as well as enormous black caimans and aquatic birds. Afterwards, we will hike through the dense primary forest towards Cocha Otorongo. There, we will climb a 15-meter-high observation tower for a panoramic view of the treetop canopy. Along the walk, we will follow the tracks of primates and wild pigs (huanganas). To close the day, we will take a fascinating night walk in search of tree frogs, tarantulas, and insects.
- Accommodation: Jaguar Lodge.
Day 10: Departure from Manu and Shintuya Hot Springs
We begin the descent along the Manu River at first light, watching the riverbanks closely for one last chance to spot spectacular wildlife, such as a puma walking through the water. On our way out, we will stop at the Limonal Ranger Station to officially register our departure from the Reserved Zone of the National Park. We will continue navigating until reaching the community of Shintuya to relax the body in its natural hot springs.
- Accommodation: Shintuya Lodge.
Day 11: Return to Chontachaka
We retrace our route, navigating the final stretch of river and taking ground transport to ascend once again towards the cloud forest. We will arrive at Chontachaka for our farewell dinner.
- Accommodation: Chontachaka Ecological Reserve.
Day 12: Return to Cusco
Our adventure comes to an end. After breakfast, we will make the journey back by bus across the imposing Andean landscapes until reaching the city of Cusco.
