CREES has been supporting research in Manu since 2003, providing logistical, consulting and management support. Through our extensive network of field stations, eco tourism lodges and indigenous community lodges, we are able to provide specialised rates and packages that combine comfort and safety with research needs. Our direct management of one of the leading research field stations, the Manu Learning Centre, provides a solid base for long-term projects and provides a constant on the ground support for research teams.

The Manu Learning Centre can host an array of diverse research projects thanks to its own unique diversity and history within the region. Based within a private reserve the centre has access to 7 different forest types, mammal and avian clay licks, canopy trees and old agricultural plots. The MLC works as an excellent base to set up analysis laboratories, monitoring programmes, and transect studies, as well as mammal camera trapping, mist netting and aquatic surveys. We also encourage and can facilitate work in the local communities and indigenous settlements.

CREES actively supports cutting edge and traditional research projects providing an environment of openness and support to projects that may just be in trial stages. Our team of advisors help ensure that all the projects carried out promote learning and understanding in the local context, and then link it to global realities.

To learn more about some of the projects that have been undertaken at the MLC and supported by CREES, please explore our listing of past and current research projects.