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While the Peruvian Amazon represents only 10 percent of the total 2.7 million square miles of the Amazon rain forest, Peru's Manu Biosphere Reserve is believed to have the highest concentration of bird species in the world (with 1,000-one out of every nine on Earth). The flora and fauna extend beyond birds, however, with 15,000 species of flowering plants, more than 200 species of mammals, 13 species of monkey and a colorful array of butterfly varieties.The Manu Wildlife Center is considered by many to be the best place in Peru to view Amazonian wildlife. Its 22 private bungalows and community lodge with a dining room and bar makes a stay in the rain forest incredibly comfortable. Bungalow showers have hot water, even though you may prefer cooler temperatures in order to cool down from steamy jungle hikes. Every meal in the dining room is a tasty mix of Peruvian (from ceviche to potatoes in spicy cheese sauce) and international cuisine.
The best thing about this area is the wealth of wildlife viewing possibilities. Knowledgeable guides lead treks to view macaws, capybara, river otters, lowland tapirs, spider monkeys, poison-dart frogs and more. A trip to see these animals in their native habitat is something everyone should add to their bucket list.