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September 24, 2023
A successful experience from start to finish. Having booked a complete package directly via the Manigua website, including the flight from Bogota, several months in advance, this 3-day stay was one of the best moments of our stay in Colombia. From start to finish, the services provided are top notch, starting with the sending of plane tickets received by email a few weeks before departure, the advice on what to plan for the stay and the hikes, and all formalities for access to Canos Cristales (a natural wonder). We were picked up as soon as we got off the plane by our guide, and got into a sort of tuk-tuk to travel around the village, and go to the edge of the river for a departure by canoe. Luggage is taken care of to be dropped off directly at the lodge, while we do our first day of hiking. At the end of the afternoon, arrival by canoe, in a peaceful and completely exotic a**osphere. Very friendly welcome, extremely kind staff. Access to each bungalow is via paths on stilts. And these stilts are a great idea: we are immersed in the equatorial forest without it being oppressive. Each bungalow is far away from the others, so that you have the impression of being alone in the forest. The outside shower is very well appointed, both isolated from view and in the open air. The room is very large with large windows for an almost 360 degree view. Very clean, few insects provided the doors are closed properly. As for the meal, we really enjoyed it, in terms of quality and quantity. And it being the birthday of one of us, we had a magnificent cake served by all the staff and other customers singing. The best part: the cocktails prepared by Miguel on the terrace overlooking the Rio, at sunset. To summarize, the Macareno is in itself a destination that is worth the trip, but by going to the Manigua Lodge, it enhances the stay with an unforgettable experience and a caring team. We have already traveled all over the world, and it is one of our best memories.
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