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Puerto Maldonado Amazon Eco-Lodge 5D/4N (from Puerto Maldonado)

5 Days Starting and ending in Puerto Maldonado

Visiting: Amazon Jungle Life, Puerto Maldonado

Tour operator:

Bamba Travel

Tour code:

10145

Specialist Group:

18-30 Somethings

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 18

Physical rating:

Easy

Age range:

18-90

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Please contact Bamba Travel with any specific dietary requirements

Tour operated in:

English

Interests:

Gardens & Nature Tours

From: $669 $637 Travel Club discount: -$32

NB: Prices correct on 19-Sep-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Experience the true lush Amazon jungle in person as you travel to Puerto Maldonado and the Madre de Dios River. Participate in a diverse selection of exciting activities that will get you to interact with nature and see a wild variety of native flora and fauna.

Highlights

Hike in the heart of the Amazon
Watch for caiman on a night safari
Walk in the canopy of jungle trees
Visit the Taricaya Project Reserve

Itinerary

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Day 1: Puerto Maldonado-Amazon Jungle, Peru

Location: Amazon Jungle Life

Accommodation: Lodge

Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner

Puerto Maldonado Pickup - Boat to Eco-Lodge(L/D)
Welcome reception at the airport/bus terminal. Depending on when you arrive, you might first be transferred to our local office to wait for the rest of the group to arrive before taking a boat transfer. There you'll be able to rest, have a snack, coffee and use the internet. Around noon, once the whole group has arrived, you'll transfer to Port Captain boat wharf, located 15 min from both the airport and bus terminal. Begin the 1-hour boat ride to your eco lodge while enjoying the wonders of the rainforest. We set off down the Madre de Dios River through the heart of the jungle surrounded by flora, fauna and breathtaking scenery.
Arrive at your eco lodge and settle into your private bungalow. Take a short rest before meeting with your guide, followed by an introduction walk around the lodge and its trails. Winding past giant Kapok trees, walking palms and strangler figs while being dazzled by the sounds of native birds. Return to your bungalow for a rest. Before dinner you may choose to take a walk with your guide and experience the jungle as it transforms from day into night making way for nocturnal animals and birds especially adapted for the dark. Return to the dining hall with your guide for your first dinner in the rainforest and enjoy a typical meal from this region. After dinner you may return to your bungalow or meet with other tourists to share stories and experiences.

Important Note: For your stay at the Lodge, please pack only a backpack or small suitcase with the essentials you'll need. Travel bags are available for you to borrow if needed. Rest assured, we provide a secure storage area for the belongings you leave behind.

Day 2: Amazon Jungle, Peru

Location: Amazon Jungle Life

Accommodation: Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Jungle Walk-Taricaya Reserve (B/L/D)
After breakfast begin your adventure with a walk through the jungle amongst towering trees. We will arrive at our first platforms located 15 and 25 meters high in the branches of an old fig tree. Continue your walk into the Taricaya reserve towards the Canopy platform, the highest tree platform in the Amazon rainforest, 45 meters high and connected by a 90-meter long suspension bridge. Catch a glimpse of flying macaws, parrots toucans or the infamous harpy eagle; the views from this platform are truly unforgettable!
Continue into the reserve until we reach the animal rescue centre where you will encounter many different wild animals including a jaguar, puma, toucans, macaws, spider monkeys, howler monkeys, jaguarondi, tapirs and more. Stop at the butterfly house before returning to the lodge for lunch. After lunch walk to the Agroforestry farm and visit the reforestation projects of mahogany, cedar, cocoa, coffee and tropical flowers. Visit the Taricaya turtle project and its artificial beaches. Return to the lodge in your own inflatable boat as the sun sets. Take a rest before we finish the day’s activities with a caiman search along the river’s edge in a motorboat under moonlight. End the day with a delicious dinner.

Day 3: Amazon Jungle, Peru

Location: Amazon Jungle Life

Accommodation: Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Ese-Eja Family Visit (B/L/D)
Have an early breakfast before traveling by boat upriver for 10 minutes to visit a family of the Ese-Eja community. Learn about their ancestral customs while you make your own bow and arrow with the chief of the family. Have a personal experience as the chief and his family introduces you into their culture and how they have a direct relationship with nature. Finally, you can have one-on-one talk with them as they display their handcrafts (available to buy). Return to the lodge for lunch and some rest. Navigate the Madre de Dios River in your own inflatable boat with the opportunity to see turtles, monkeys, herons and other birds with a beautiful backdrop of the sunset over the river.

Day 4: Amazon Jungle, Peru

Location: Amazon Jungle Life

Accommodation: Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Tambopata National Reserve - Lake Sandoval (B/L/D)
Have an early breakfast before traveling by boat upriver for 45 minutes to the entrance of the Tambopata National Reserve and begin the trek to Lake Sandoval. Paddle in a rowboat around the pristine mirror like lake and enjoy the beautiful scenery with the opportunity to observe a variety of wildlife such as the endangered giant river otter, howler monkeys, macaws and black caimans. Take a snack by the waters edge before continuing around the lake. Finishing with a walk back to the river where we board our motorboat and return to the lodge. Spend this time to have lunch and rest or make the most of this free Time. End the day with a farewell dinner.

Day 5: Amazon Jungle-Puerto Maldonado, Peru

Location: Puerto Maldonado

Meals Included: Breakfast

Boat to Puerto Maldonado-Puerto Maldonado Drop-off (B)
Enjoy an early breakfast at your lodge before your 8:00am departure and a scenic return boat trip on the Madre de Dios River, bringing us back to Puerto Maldonado around 9:30am. Depending on your return flight/bus, you can be taken directly to the airport/bus station or dropped off at the office where you can rest, refresh yourself and use wi-fi.
If time permits, you have the option of visiting the Puerto Maldonado city centre on your own today and exploring a few of the interesting sights of this jungle city by motortaxi at an additional cost. Choose to have lunch in town, take a stroll through the local markets where you will find everything from fish, meat and fruits to local arts and medicines or make your own way up to the Obelisk and admire the scenic view from above.
In time for your flight or bus departure, return to the office to catch your transfer to the airport or bus terminal, where this amazing experience will come to an end.

What's Included

Accommodation

4 Nights accommodation in Eco-lodge
Transport

Pick-up/drop-off, river transport
Puerto Maldonado airport/bus terminal transfers
Boat transport on the Madre De Dios river to/from eco-lodge
Meals

4B / 4L / 4D (vegetarian option)
Activities

Discover nature & culture
Jungle excursions
Ese-Eja family visit
Guides

Expert English-speaking jungle guide
Extras

Fees, water, equipment
Taricaya Reserve entrance fees
Bottled water & typical natural beverages
Life vest & rubber boots
Entrance fee to Sandoval lake in Tambopata national reserve

What's Not Included

Other meals/drinks
Transportation to/from Cuzco
Day 5 activities in Puerto Maldonado
Tips
Travel insurance

Mode of Transport

The tour includes pick-up and drop-off services, along with river transport, ensuring a seamless journey through the Amazon.

Accommodation

Enjoy 4 nights of comfortable accommodation in an eco-lodge, nestled in the heart of the Amazon rainforest, offering private bungalows and a unique jungle experience.

Check out our Q&As

What wildlife can I expect to see during the tour?

You can expect to see a variety of wildlife including caimans, macaws, parrots, toucans, harpy eagles, jaguars, pumas, spider monkeys, howler monkeys, jaguarondis, tapirs, and more.
What kind of transport is included in the tour?

The tour includes pick-up and drop-off services, along with river transport, ensuring a seamless journey through the Amazon.
What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

The tour includes 4 nights of comfortable accommodation in an eco-lodge, nestled in the heart of the Amazon rainforest, offering private bungalows and a unique jungle experience.
Are there any additional costs not included in the tour package?

Yes, the tour package does not include other meals/drinks, transportation to/from Cuzco, Day 5 activities in Puerto Maldonado, tipping and gratuities, and travel insurance.
What should I do if I have extra time on the last day of the tour?

If time permits on the last day, you have the option of visiting the Puerto Maldonado city centre on your own, exploring local markets, and visiting sights like the Obelisk.

Is there an opportunity to interact with local communities?

Yes, on Day 3, you will visit a family of the Ese-Eja community, learn about their ancestral customs, and have a personal experience with the chief and his family.
What activities are included in the tour?

The tour includes various activities such as hiking in the Amazon, a night safari to watch for caiman, walking in the canopy of jungle trees, visiting the Taricaya Project Reserve, and more.
Will there be a guide during the tour?

Yes, an expert English-speaking jungle guide will accompany you throughout the tour.
Are meals included in the tour package?

Yes, the tour package includes 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 4 dinners. Vegetarian options are available.
Is there an age limit?

No! Most of our bamba travellers fall between the ages of 18 - 35, but everyone is young at heart and welcome to come experience the world with us! If you are between the ages of 18 and 118, we invite you to travel with bamba and have the time of your life! Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

Most of our trips cater to the adventurous independent traveller. In fact, many of our travellers arrive on their own and quickly find that they easily meet like-minded people along the way at their hostels, on transportation, or during activities.
Do I need travel insurance?

We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip, especially when travelling in developing countries. Bamba does not include travel insurance of any type.Your current medical insurance may cover part of your trip, so it is important for you to become familiar with your current coverage. We recommend purchasing additional travel insurance that provides coverage for medical emergencies, emergency evacuation and repatriation, lost or stolen items and unforeseen cancellations. If you plan to participate in activities such as white-water rafting, trekking, sand-buggy rides, etc please make sure they are included in your policy.

Reviews from travellers on this tour

Amazing

It was an amazing experience, we got magnificent views of the jungle, the Madre de Dios river and the amazing animals. The staff was great and we really liked their efforts to conserve the environment and the wildlife through their different projects. Highly recommended.

Highly recommended

My friend and I wanted to explore the Amazon so we decided to book this trip with Bamba and we weren't disappointed. It was very well organized from the beginning to the end and we got the chance to see the incredible wildlife and many animals in the rescue center. Our guide was very knowledgeable and taught us a lot. The Sandoval Lake is very beautiful and we loved the tour to the community. We highly recommend this trip.

Unforgettable experience

A big thank you to Bamba for these incredible moments in the heart of the Amazon jungle. I had an unforgettable trip! Everything was great and the guide very experienced.

Wonderful!!!

Wonderful experience!!! We loved the jungle walks and seeing the giant river otters was really impressive. We got great views of the abundant wildlife and the stunning Lake Sandoval. We loved the walk to the platforms and the visit to the animal rescue center. The lodge was nice and the guide was knowledgeable. He really wanted us to appreciate the jungle. Highly recommended.

Worth it

This experience through the jungle is totally worth it. Great animal spotting and amazing views of the jungle, lake and river. Our guide was fantastic with a good knowledge. Thanks Bamba.

Jungle experience

We had an extraordinary jungle experience. The lodge was very comfortable and the staff very kind. We had an awesome guide, very passionate by the nature. The views from the platforms were amazing and the visit to the animal rescue center fascinating. We got the chance to visit a local community and see how they live. It was a rich experience. Very thankful to book with Bamba.

Amazing trip

We had an amazing trip and incredible tours with our guide, lodge was comfortable and staff was friendly. We would definitely recommend it.

Relaxing stay

The lodge is perfect for a relaxing stay with amazing views of the jungle. It was really peaceful and we enjoyed the activities. Spotted giant otters, caimans and many birds. Loved the visit to the animal rescue center. Highly recommended.

Amazing stay in the jungle

We had an amazing stay in the jungle with incredible views of the wildlife. We enjoyed the nocturnal jungle walks and the visits to the Taricaya reserve and the Tambopata reserve were fascinating.

Magical

Exploring the jungle was magical, I loved every moment of my trip. Highly recommended.

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