My sister Erin and I took an amazing 4 Day/3 Night Amazon tour with Manu Wildlife Peru.
Before coming to Peru, I researched many online Amazon tour reviews for various companies. Right away, I liked Manu Wildlife Peru because it sounded like an actual, authentic Amazon experience. I was finally sold when I saw how deep you could go into the Amazon - and stay in a treehouse!
Iâm so glad I did! Touring with this company was the highlight of our Peru trip.
Our guide, Fidel, started the business with his mom and brothers seven years ago and itâs a tour service thatâs known for responsible Amazon trips. They have done an amazing job coordinating details - from meals to treks.
We started the trip early on June 8. The road trip from Cusco to Atalaya took 9-10 hours altogether; winding roads overlooking the Andes mountains and Inca/Spanish villages (our driver, Jimmy, was awesome!).
The trip didnât feel long though because it included stops along the way, including monkey and bird sightings and a lovely visit to a local wildlife sanctuary.
When we reached Atalaya, we went two hours downriver by motorboat (driven by Fidelâs brother Saul) to Palotoa Teparo where we met the rest of Fidelâs family. We stayed one night in a bungalow and ate a delicious meal.
The next morning, we went by peke peke for another hour into a deeper part of the jungle where Fidel and his brothers have built several amazing treehouses and wooden walkways not far from the river. I was expecting basic rooms, but they had thought of everything - from solar-powered outlets to a spring-fed shower. The room was also so clean and included a toilet, sink, two comfortable beds, and mosquito nets.
We spent two nights in our cozy treehouse, the rain tapping the tin roof at night and the sounds of birds and insects in the jungle. Those were two of the best nights of sleep Iâve ever had.
Fidel had awesome treks and activities planned each day. One morning, we walked to the river and hid to watch macaws visit the clay lick. While we waited, a jungle cat called an ocelot passed close to our hiding spot. We didnât see it, but it walked in our footprints.
Another day, we took a three-hour hike up the mountain to overlook the river. We saw huge howler monkeys and macaws on the way. Fidel also showed us different plants that can be used for treating spider and snake bites. In addition, one of my favorite parts was a night trek to look for tarantulas, frogs, and other spiders.
In between treks and some downtime, we ate delicious Peruvian dishes that Fidelâs sister-in-law Veronica cooked. During mealtimes, Fidel also told us stories about other Amazon animals like jaguars, boa constrictors, anacondas, and black caimans!
Fidelâs family so kind and welcoming and Fidel was the best guide we could have asked for. Not only was he energetic and professional, he had a great sense of humor and could answer any question we had about the jungle. And you can also tell how passionate he and his family are about conservation efforts and wildlife.
Erin and I were both sad when the trip ended. We hope to go back and do the 8-Day Tour next time! If youâre looking for an authentic Amazon experience and the opportunity to stay in a real treehouse, go with Manu Wildlife Peru! Best decision we made during...
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