Andes to Amazon - Ecotone territories

MANU & CAMANTI · CUSCO, PERU

Three routes into the Amazon
One shared purpose

Journey from cloud forest to deep Amazon through three distinct routes, each connected to conservation, local communities, and immersive wildlife experiences. All departures start from Cusco.

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3
Routes
~10
Experiences
5
Lodges
1
Earth
The territory

From the Andes to the Deep Amazon

Three distinct routes begin in Cusco and descend through radically different ecosystems, from high-altitude valleys and cloud forests to the heart of the Amazon basin. The deeper you travel, the wilder the experience becomes.

Routes from Cusco into the Manu Biosphere Reserve
Camanti Route
~4.5h from Cusco
Manu Road
~5h from Cusco
Manu Core
~15h from Cusco
Choose your route

Three territories, three characters

Each route has its own altitude, ecosystem, and lodge. All experiences depart from Cusco, all-inclusive.

Camanti - cloud forestCamanti Route
900 m.a.s.l. · ~4.5h from Cusco
Cloud forestPrivate ReserveResearch station

Camanti Route

The closest route from Cusco into the Amazon basin. Camanti descends from the Andes into one of Peru’s richest cloud forest ecosystems, home to Soqtapata Lodge and our active research station. Designed for travelers seeking biodiversity, soft adventure, and direct connection with conservation.

Soqtapata LodgeCIDS Research Station500+ birdsSpectacled bear habit9,618 ha.
2 experiences · from USD 986 per person
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Manu Road — gradient ecosystemManu Road
520 – 2,900 m.a.s.l. · ~5h from Cusco
Andes-Amazon GradientScenic Route

Manu Road

A dramatic transition route through multiple ecosystems, descending from high-altitude cloud forest into the lowland rainforest. Manu Road connects two lodges across the Andes–Amazon gradient, offering one of the most diverse wildlife journeys in South America.

Wayqecha Cloud ForestManu Bio-LodgeAltitudinal GradientWildlife Corridor
4 experiences · from USD 1,100 per person
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Manu Core — deep AmazonManu Core
350–500 m.a.s.l. · ~15h from Cusco
Deep AmazonPrimary RainforestRemote Expedition

Manu Core

The most immersive and remote route within the Ecotone network. Located deep inside the Manu region, this journey reaches pristine Amazon rainforest where wildlife density, isolation, and ecological richness are at their highest. Built for travelers seeking a true expedition into the heart of the jungle.

Romero LodgeRemote WildernessJaguar territory
0 experiences · Enquire
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Choose the Route that fits your journey

Each route offers a different level of immersion, biodiversity, and remoteness, from cloud forest exploration to deep Amazon expeditions.

Camanti
Closest to Cusco / Andes-Amazon transition
Manu Road
Multi-Ecosystem Journey
Manu Core
Deep Amazon Expedition
Elevation
900 - 1,500 m.a.s.l.
520–2,900 m.a.s.l.
350–500 m.a.s.l.
Main ecosystem
Cloud forest
Gradient
Deep Amazon
Remoteness
Physical Demand
Low–moderate
Low–moderate
Low
Main Lodge
Soqtapata
Wayqecha + Manu Bio-Lodge
Romero Lodge + Manu Learning Centre
Ideal for
Wildlife & science
First-timers & variety
Serious naturalists
Starting from
$986
$1,100
$3,170
Available experiences

We have an experience for you

All experiences are all-inclusive from Cusco: transport, lodge, meals, guide, and tech pack included.

What guest say

Reviews

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"Breathtaking place with amazing people that changed my way of travelling and understanding nature."
— Vanessa · London, UK · Soqtapata Pristine Immersion 4D/3N

"Birdwatching at 5 AM ... over 20 species before breakfast. Life-changing morning."

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Sofia
Barcelona, ES
Manu Gradient Expedition 3D/2N

"The ForestWhisper experience at night, I still get goosebumps thinking about it."

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Lucas
São Paulo, BR
Manu Gradient Expedition 4D/3N

"Super comfortable place. There are no words to describe the beauty of this place."

R
Richard
California, US
Soqtapata Pristine Immersion 3D/2N

"Absolutely out of this world experience. Will definitely make the trip back someday."

M
Morgan
New York, US
Soqtapata Pristine Immersion 4D/3N
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Ready to immerse yourself in the rainforest?

Small groups. Fixed departures. Limited spots. Choose from ~10 immersive experiences across 3 routes, or let us design something entirely yours.

from USD 986per person

All inclusive · departure from Cusco

RoutesCamanti · Manu Road · Manu Core
Group size2 - 8 people
Duration3 days - 6 weeks
DepartureCusco City
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