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Experience the Unspoiled Amazon Rainforest in Peru

Published May 23, 2008
Kristin Cowles, Editor-in-Chief

The ecological jewel of Peru, Manu Biosphere Park cradles the Amazon Basin giving travelers the choice between a boat ride down the Amazon River, a trek through the Rainforest, and plenty of local wildlife attractions. There are two areas to the Park, the first Manu National Park which is only accessible by biologists and or by special permit, the second is the Manu Reserve Zone which is accessible to tourists when accompanied by registered tour operator. Generally the Manu Park attracts only a couple thousand tourists a year, quite minimal in comparison to more central jungle tours which can draw upwards of 30,000 tourists a year. Cost of tours range in price from $550 - $2,200 Canadian depending on what type of comfort level you ...

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