Our four days tour to Peru Tambopata National Reserve with an English-speaking local naturalist guide is designed to offer you an extensive insight into the wildlife and traditions of South American natives in the Amazon.
Tambopata National Park and Manu National Park is home to countless histories, distinct species of birds, plants, and animals. Most of which you will be spotting while on a guided jungle hike.
Tambopata Nature Reserve houses the stunning Oxbow Lake.
They are a small body of water located in an abandoned meander loop of a channel. One of the unmissable activities on a tour in Tambopata is seeing the Parrot’s nests. Tambopata has the largest clay lick in the world.
Hundreds of vibrantly colored Parrots fly to the cliff to eat the clay every morning. These clays contain distinct minerals that help them to detoxify their bodies.
Tambopata’s diversity in wildlife is highly credited to its location by many environmentalists. The National Park nestles at the confluence of lowland Amazon Jungle and three other ecosystems.
At Peru Jungle Trips, we take pride in working exclusively with local tour guides. Our native experts have plenty of things to share with you which will give you a detailed insight into the life of locals and their traditions.
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Puerto Maldonado Airport
3 Hours Before Flight Time
Reception at the airport or bus station and transfer to our office for registration.
08:45 AM: We will head to the river dock in Madre de Dios River for an exciting boat ride downstream to the lodge, located 45 minutes into the jungle.
Along the river, we will enjoy the unpredictable beauty of the jungle, spotting tortoises, caimans, birds, and butterflies.
Upon arrival at the lodge, you will receive a refreshing fruit juice and an introduction of the lodge’s policies by the guide.
Then, we will settle you into your reserved rooms.
After a pleasant rest, we will visit the Monkey Island, where you can observe different species, including a hybrid species.
We will return to the lodge for lunch.
After a delicious lunch and a short siesta, we will embark on a two-hour walk in the dense tropical forest with a local guide.
You can appreciate medicinal plants, centenary trees, and wildlife such as monkeys and parrots.
06:00 PM: We will take a boat to look for nocturnal animals along the river.
We will return for dinner and rest.
We will navigate towards Sandoval Lake to witness the exuberant biodiversity at dawn.
We will walk along a 3 km wooden trail, marveling at the rich fauna of the area.
Next, we will take a rowboat to explore the lake, spotting caimans, giant otters, herons, turtles, monkeys, and more.
We will return to the lodge before noon for lunch.
In the afternoon, we will visit a Matsigenka family to learn about their customs, such as using bows and arrows, spinning cotton, and crafting clothing.
We will return to the city in the evening and explore the nightlife on the trails in search of nocturnal wildlife.
Dinner and rest.
We will navigate upstream for 50 minutes to the parrot’s nest “La Cachuela”.
You can appreciate the dawn and observe different bird species on the river’s cliffs.
After that, we’ll return to the lodge for breakfast.
Then, visit a local farm to learn about grafting and soils, tasting typical products of the jungle.
We will return to the lodge around noon.
After lunch, we will walk along a trail to a tree over 700 years old.
We will continue on hanging bridges to observe the “canopy” fauna.
Dinner and rest at the lodge.
After breakfast, we will embark on an optional sport fishing excursion to experience the richness of the Amazon’s ichthyofauna.
We will fish for species such as piranhas, catfish, and freshwater stingrays.
This will demark our final moments for our Peru Tambopata National Reserve Tour!
We will return to the city to collect our belongings and head to the airport or bus station.
A:Activities include guided forest walks, wildlife spotting, cultural site visits, boat rides on Tambopata River and Lake Yacumama, and nocturnal adventures.
A: You’ll have the chance to spot a diverse array of wildlife, including monkeys, toucans, parrots, macaws, squirrels, reptiles, insects, frogs, arachnids, caimans, capybaras, tapirs, wild pigs, turtles, cats, black caimans, giant otters, herons, and more.
A: A highlight is the visit to the macaw and parrot clay lick, where hundreds of colorful birds gather to feast on mineral-rich clay.
A: Yes, you’ll have the opportunity to interact with native families from the “Matsigenka” culture, learn about their customs and traditions, and participate in activities such as traditional crafts and hunting techniques.
A: Recommended items include comfortable clothing, sturdy walking shoes, insect repellent, sunscreen, a hat, binoculars, a camera, and a refillable water bottle.
A: Yes, there are opportunities for siestas, relaxation at the lodge, and enjoying the serene natural surroundings.
A: Meals are provided at the lodge and typically consist of local and international cuisine, incorporating fresh ingredients and traditional flavors.
A: Excursions suit moderate fitness levels; activities adaptable to individual preferences and abilities.
A: Our experienced guides prioritize safety and provide thorough briefings before each activity. They are trained in wilderness first aid and carry communication devices in case of emergencies. Additionally, life jackets are provided for boat rides, and precautions are taken to minimize risks during wildlife encounters.
Now that you know what you can expect, let us know if you may have any inquiries.
