Dive into the heart of the Amazon with a thrilling 5-day jungle adventure in Puerto Maldonado, Peru’s gateway to the Madre de Dios rainforest and Tambopata National Reserve. This unforgettable journey plunges you deep into one of the world’s most biodiverse regions, where every day brings new sights, sounds, and discoveries. From spotting exotic wildlife to connecting with local communities, these tours blend adrenaline-pumping excursions with authentic cultural experiences.
This is the best option for people who want to experience both sides of Tambopata National Reserve. On this tour you will visit the Macaw Claylick (Collpas Chuncho), the largest one IN THE WORLD; and Lake Sandoval. Highly recommended for adventurers, nature and wildlife lovers.
We recommend you bring:
You will be picked-up at the airport or bus station and transferred to our office at Tambopata Hostel for a tour briefing. In case you have large luggage, we suggest that you repack and store any items that are not required. For those of you who arrive in the morning you will have time for breakfast at the hostal, have a shower and use the internet facilities before heading off.
You will be transferred by land by (4X4) wheeled truck to our destination that takes around 2 hours, reaching the banks of the Tambopata River. We will then take a half hour (depending on the water level) boat ride up river to “Collpas Tambopata Inn”. Upon arrival there will be a welcome reception followed by lunch.
In the afternoon we make an introductory walk into the rainforest where we will have the opportunity to see animals in their natural habitat such as amphibians, mammals, reptiles and wonderful insects, among others. We will also climb a 53m- canopy tower that has a fantastic panoramic view of the Amazon rainforest and where we will enjoy a magical sunset.
We will then head back to the lodge for a short rest. We will then head out on our night activity to look for caimans on the river. There are five species that live in this area and we will learn about the differences and hopefully catch one where you can have a close up encounter.
We will then head back to the lodge for dinner and a good night rest.
DAY 2 – COLLPA CHUNCHO & KAYAK
We wake up very early, at 4:30 am, to go on an incredible journey by boat to the world’s largest macaw clay lick “ EL CHUNCHO”, a journey of about 1.5 hours by boat. On the way we will have the opportunity to see some species such as capybaras, which is the world’s largest rodents, tapirs, and you can even see the most beautiful South American feline, jaguar, many of our clients are witnesses with photographic evidence of encounters with these beautiful mammals.
After our arrival to the macaw clay licks you will see hundreds of parrots of different species that come to eat clay adjacent to the river on the wall. After a good breakfast, we will settle in our chairs to wait for the beginning of one of the most beautiful natural sights of birds in the world. Parrots are followed by 3 of the most colourful species of macaws of America, reds and greens, blues and yellows come to gather to eat clay needed in their daily diet and eliminate toxins. On a good day of activity you will see hundreds of these wonderful animals flying over you. An experience for life!
We will then head back to our boat and flow down the river slowly looking for wildlife until we reach the lodge. We will have time for rest and then a delicious lunch.
In the afternoon you will have the opportunity to kayak the Tambopata River where we will move silently along the river, so we will have more opportunity to observe the larger animals of the Tambopata Reserve. Or you can also relax by the pool.
In the late afternoon/early evening you will have the option to participate in a night walk where you can find amazing animals, amphibians and other wildlife that come out at night! The will be followed by dinner and good nights rest.
After breakfast, you’ll have the opportunity to choose between two unforgettable experiences in the heart of the Amazon (please coordinate with your guide):
Adventure Level: Active | Duration: Approx. 8 km hike
Embark on an exciting hike deep into the jungle to visit a mammal clay lick, a unique site where animals gather to feed on mineral-rich clay—essential for their digestion and health. With some luck, you may spot tapirs, capybaras, wild pigs, sloths, and more in their natural habitat.
Along the way, your guide will share fascinating insights into traditional hunting techniques used by local communities. After this immersive wildlife experience, we’ll return to the lodge where you’ll have more opportunities to observe colourful birds, butterflies, and playful monkeys including spider, capuchin, squirrel, and howler monkeys.
Adventure Level: Moderate | Duration: Short hike
Prefer a shorter hike with big views? Join us for a scenic walk through the forest leading to a spectacular canopy bridge, suspended over 40 meters above the jungle floor. From this breathtaking vantage point, you’ll enjoy panoramic views of the rainforest canopy and a thrilling dose of adrenaline—all while keeping an eye out for birds and other treetop wildlife.
Afterwards, we’ll return to the lodge to relax and enjoy our final lunch in this incredible setting.
After lunch, we’ll board our boat for the return journey to Puerto Maldonado, arriving around 4:00 PM. From there, we’ll continue to Yacumama Lake, a serene and wildlife-rich destination ideal for spotting birds, caimans, and monkeys.
We’ll try our luck at piranha fishing as we take in the gorgeous Amazonian sunset, a perfect way to wrap up an unforgettable day. From the lake, we’ll head to our comfortable accommodation in Puerto Maldonado, followed by a delicious dinner and a well-deserved rest.
Today after a good breakfast at 9am we will head to Lake Sandoval, located in the National Reserve of Tambopata. It is the best way to see nature in its natural habitat including macaws, parrots, other bird species, monkeys, otters, caimans just to name a few. We will also have the opportunity to learn about different plant species, many which are used as natural medicines. The experience includes an easy walk along a wooden bridge for around 1 hour until we reach the lake, where we will canoe through the calm waters, observing monkeys, birds, caimans and with luck giant otters. We will spend the whole day exploring Lago Sandoval and have lunch at a lodge located on the lake.
We will then head back to the accommodation for dinner.
After dinner we will enjoy a campfire, which is one of the most awaited activities by our visitors. Under the starry night in the jungle we will listen to local stories from our amazon. For those of you who would like to have the full immersion experience, we will then set up our tents and spend the night in the jungle! If not you are welcome to head back to the lodge for a good night sleep.
We will then have our final lunch together at the lodge.
From here we will visit an indigenous village. We will learn about their local customs and traditions and even have the opportunity to try our hand at bow and arrow!
IMPORTANT: Please let you know if you have an earlier flight so that we can make arrangements accordingly.
