Recommended Packing List for trips to The Manu Biosphere Reserve:
Duffel bag or frameless back-pack is best
Day Pack
2 Pairs of loose fitting lightweight long cotton trousers
Shorts for lodge areas
Swim wear - Optional
Long sleeved cotton shirts
2 Pairs of boots or running shoes
Rubber boots (wellington boots) - Highly recommended
Sweatshirt or lightweight jacket
Rain poncho and mini-umbrella
Hat for sun protection on boats
Personal toiletries
Biodegradable soap ***
Towel ***
Insect repellent with high deet content
High factor sunscreen
Lip balm
Personal medication
No-see-um' Clothing and after bite medication if susceptible to mosquito bites
Sun glasses
Flashlight (Torch) and spare batteries and bulb
Pocket knife
Camera 400ASA Film for photography in the forest
Binoculars for wildlife viewing 8 or 10 x Magnification
Ziploc bags and garbage bags for clothes, etc
Water bottle
Valid passport or photocopy
Malaria pills and yellow fever vaccinations recommended
 
*** NECESSARY IF YOU ARE STAYING AT THE COCHA SALVADOR SAFARI CAMP ONLY