Tambopata Natural Reserve: 3 or 4-Day Wildlife Watching Tour

Discover the parrots and giant otters in the Peruvian Amazon with this Tambopata Tour & Wildlife Watching: 3/4 Days. This route from Puerto Maldonado is ideal for admiring the local fauna.

Description

Day 1

We'll pick you up at the airport in Puerto Maldonado and proceed to the river port to board a large boat. The journey along the Tambopata and Madre de Dios rivers will include a picnic on board, ending at a jungle lodge with a welcome drink. After resting, we will attend a talk by a local naturalist on endangered species of the Tambopata National Reserve. Dinner will be served followed by an evening canoe ride to spot alligators. Rest at the hotel will conclude the day.

Day 2

After an early breakfast, we will begin a 1-kilometre (0.6 mile) walk to Tres Chimbadas Lake, home to the Tambopata Giant Otters. Post-visit, a short canoe trip across the lake will precede a picnic and a visit to the highest wildlife observation tower in the Amazon, with a 46-metre (150 feet) lookout point. Return to the hotel for dinner and rest follows.

Day 3

After breakfast, timing will ensure a timely drop-off at the Puerto Maldonado airport.

4 Day Tour with Parrot Watching

This itinerary mirrors the 3-day tour on the first and third days. On the second day, an early breakfast will precede a visit to the Tambopata parrot colpa, a red clay wall attracting exotic birds. Post-picnic, views from the observation tower will be enjoyed before returning for dinner and a short night walk in the jungle.

4 Day Tour with Otter & Parrot Watching

The first day follows the same route as the 3-day tour. The second day focuses on giant otters on Lake Cocococha and views from the Amazon observation tower. The third day includes a visit to the Tambopata parrot colpa. The fourth day involves an early breakfast and travel to Puerto Maldonado, ensuring timely airport arrival.

Accommodation

This tour includes 2 or 3 nights accommodation, depending on the chosen option, at the Explorer's Inn Tambopata Ecolodge, with full board comprising all meals included.

Prices

The price is per person in a double room. Other room types, such as triple rooms, can be inquired about.

Tour with Ayahuasca Ceremony

Options are available for the 3 or 4 day tours that include an Amazonian ritual ceremony.