MANU NATIONAL PARK
Archeology
The area extends into the Cuzco and Madre de Dios regions, stretching over 6,626 square miles (1,716,295 hectares). Since 1977, the area has constituted the core of the Manu Biosphere Reserve, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1987. The Park allows for research, education and recreation, as well as contributing to the preservation of archaeological heritage. Its presence contributes to the recognition and protection of cultural diversity.
Ethnic Diversity
The area is currently home to 30 Quechua-speaking rural communities, as well as many ethnic groups indigenous to the Amazon, including the Matsiguenka, Amahuaca, Yaminahua, Piro, Amarakaeri, Huashipaire and Nahua.
Biodiversity
The area holds over 1,000 species of bird, including the harpy eagle, jabiru, jungle goose, cock-of-the-rock and roseate spoonbill; 200 species of mammal including the common woolly monkey, Peruvian spider monkey, otters, jaguar, margay, spectacled bear, Northern Andean deer and over 100 species of bat. Furthermore, trees can be seen that reach heights of over 147 feet (45 meters) and measure 9 feet (3 meters) in diameter. Typical species are the lupuna or ceiba, cetico, topa, cedar, huaira caspi and matapalo.
To go a little more off the beaten path to arrive at places less affected by human presence. Manu National Park is a well known national park and biosphere reserve located in the regions of Madre de Dios and Cusco in Peru.
On your Tour to Peru – Inka Trail, you will discover all the main environments of the Manu area to take pleasure in cloud forest, the clay licks and lakes just outside the national Manu National Park Jungle Park, and stay at a low-impact hotel inside the Reserved Zone of Manu National Park.
Manu National Park Tours
Manu offers you with all the beauty you are looking for. The diverse land of South America offers mountains, beaches, jungles, all of which can be easily explored on your South America vacation. This is a truly astonishing wildlife adventure – perhaps for everyone who loves beauty and nature.