The only way of entering the Manu reserved zone is to take an organised tour from Cusco. The companies will organise transport for you, whether it is by plane or bus and boat. It is possible to visit the Manu area without entering the reserved zone itself, and there is some good jungle here. Tours can be organised from Cusco, and will again include transport. Alternatively, it is possible to take a bus from Cusco to Pilcopata and on to Atalaya from where you can navigate down the Madre de Dios River. It may be possible to organise a jungle tour with a local here, although few tourists try this alone and so there is little infrastructure for independent travellers.
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