If you are looking for something different to explore and discover, disconnecting from your routine the polluting noise of technology and everyday problems. The manu national park is an ideal option for you. Located in the country of Peru, it is one of the natural parks protected by UNESCO itself, where we will still find endemic flora and fauna species, even in some cases endangered. Without a doubt, the manu park has to be your second destination after visiting Machu Picchu.
What activities can you do in the Manu National Park?
Certainly you can do many activities in the Manu, but the main one is the observation of wildlife. However, we are going to list the best activities that you can take advantage of while you are in the Manu National Park.
Bird watching.
This activity is one of the most beautiful for those people who love photography and the search for endemic birds. More than 626 species of birds you can find while descending to the heart of Manu. One of the main birds that can be observed in this section is the Cock of the Rocks, depending on the weather and the season it will be very easy to find this species. The macaws and varieties of species of parrots are also partially easy to find, tourists take advantage of the clay licks where these birds congregate, and photograph them while they feed on the salt of the lick. Remember to go with some binoculars and if you like photography at least a 400mm lens and up.
Boat ride.
In most situations we will need to travel by boat, if you like sailing, this will be the perfect trip for you. The Madre de Dios River and the Manu River are the main transportation routes that connect communities and towns for supplies or simply communication. While your trip lasts, you will enjoy the boat ride through these rivers, looking for wildlife on your way.
Not only in navigable rivers, but also lagoons or small lakes full of wildlife, otters and alligators are the protagonists in this ecosystem. The sunrises in these places are unmatched, the blue and gold tones are the ones that stand out, combined with the green of the forest and the blue of the mountains, you will have a panorama that you will not be able to compare.
Walks in the rainforest
In order to observe wildlife, in the manu, it is necessary to move in the middle of the forest without making much noise or attracting attention. That is why the best decision we can make is to walk in silence. You will have the opportunity to connect with nature, you will observe from plants typical of the place, some of them are of medicinal property that to date the communities use them.
You will visit strategic points where we will find different species of macaws and parrots, the tapir and the capybara are other popular animals in the Manu area.
Hot Springs
It is not rest after your exploration activities, you want to relax a bit. There is a place where you will find hot water in the middle of the jungle, the perfect place to rest your body and recover energy for our next activity.
Connect with indigenous culture.
In the middle of the manu there are many indigenous communities such as the Machiguengas, even communities that still do not have any kind of approach to civilized life, the locals call them “The uncontacted”. Although you may run into some of them, you will not be able to approach them due to their hostile nature towards people who are not part of their group.
On the other hand, the Machiguengas have been living in the manu area for years, they are a community that still preserve their ancestral traditions, weaving, dance, worldview and hunting is their main characteristic that stands out from their culture. In addition, its gastronomy is the activities that you will enjoy during your stay.
There are many more activities in the Manu National Park, but without a doubt, peace of mind and the joy of your own spirit will be the final reward of your visit to this wonderful place. Remember that the main thing is to enjoy our trip and fill ourselves with new experiences.