Tour Plan
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Day 1:
Arrival at Puerto Maldonado
After arriving in Puerto Maldonado, capital of Madre de Dios, you will travel 1 hour by bus and 1 hour by boat to reach the lodge.Box lunch on the way to the lodge
Your first tasting of Amazonian cuisine will be during the boat trip to the lodge, while leaving the city behind and enjoying the incredible landscapes during the tour.Canopy Tower*
After settling in your rooms, you will go up a tower to contemplate the impressive forest of the Tambopata National Reserve. There, you will be able to see the beautiful forest stretching in every direction and the flight of different species of birds such as macaws and toucans.2
Day 2:
"Condenado" lake*
You will navigate the lake in search of very typical fauna from this region. Birds such as the hoatzin (which some people say it's a prehistoric bird), alligators, otters, monkeys, and many other species await your visit. Some travelers even get to see the rare Black Cayman, the largest predator in the entire Amazon.Medicinal plants trail*
After lunch, you will walk down the path of medicinal plants to learn about the history and benefits of the great variety of flora that the local population has used for years to heal their body and soul. Sacha-Ajos, Uña De Gato, and Ayahuasca are just some of them.3
Day 3:
Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick*
Just two hours by boat from the lodge is the "Chuncho" clay lick. Once here, you will witness the congregation of dozens of large macaws and parrots of various species and enjoy a colorful and unforgettable show. The local guide will help you identify the species seen both in the river and in the clay lick itself without disturbing their habitat.Chestnut trail*
The chestnut is one of the main sources of income for the local population of Puerto Maldonado, turning its cultivation into one of the most impactful sustainable activities in the region. You will visit a camp very close to the lodge, where you will see the enormous chestnut trees and learn about the harvest that the villagers carry out.Night talks*
You will be able to talk with researchers from the Wired Amazon Project and learn a little more about the opportunities and challenges of the project in the Tambopata National Reserve.4