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Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating 4-day, 3-night adventure in the heart of the Amazon with the Puerto Maldonado Amazon Field Station tour. Begin your journey with a scenic motorized canoe ride down the Madre de Dios River to an Amazon research station, where you'll stay immersed in the vibrant rainforest. Experience the thrill of a night safari, spotting caimans and other nocturnal wildlife. Traverse the jungle canopy on a breathtaking walkway, and explore the diverse ecosystems on guided hikes. Discover the unique flora and fauna of river islands, bio-orchards, and the Palmetum. Enjoy expert-led excursions, including a nighttime river cruise and rainforest night hike. With all meals and most transfers included, this tour offers an unforgettable exploration of Peru's Amazonian wonders. ...more ...less
Highlights
Hike in the heart of the Amazon
Watch for caiman on a night safari
Walk in the canopy of jungle trees
Explore the Carachama Trail and natural water pools
Visit a river island and observe diverse bird species
Discover sustainable horticulture at the bio-orchard
Experience a night walk through the rainforest
Itinerary
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Start your jungle adventure with a Puerto Maldonado airport/bus station pick-up, after which you will take a motorized canoe trip down the Madre de Dios River to the Amazon research station you’ll be staying at for the next few days. After check-in, walk through the station’s exclusive trails to explore the rainforest ecosystems, where 540 bird species, 362 ant species (world record) and over 100 mammal species have been registered. Later, cruise on the Madre de Dios River in search of the wildlife that surfaces during nighttime. Identify the behavior various animals such as capybaras, white caimans, and nightjars, as they take advantage of the dark to roam around the Amazonian riverbanks.
Day 2: Amazon Jungle, Peru
Location: Amazon Jungle
Accommodation Name: Amazon research station
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Canopy Walkway, Carachama Trail (B/L/D) Winner of the PURE Award in the ‘High Emotion/Low Impact’ category, the station’s canopy walkway is a 1129-ft. system of 2 observation towers, 8 platforms, and 7 hanging bridges 100ft above the ground. Designed to perform scientific research on ecosystems inhabiting the rainforest canopy, this attraction contributes to birdwatching and other eco-friendly activities. Later, after a 20-minute walk, visit a natural water pool known as Carachamayo. Learn about the ecosystem where these waterholes are found and about carachama fishing, freshwater fish native to the Peruvian Amazon, known for their nutritional value. *Lake Sandoval (Alternative excursion at additional cost). By canoe, navigate this beautiful oxbow-shaped water mirror surrounded by Aguaje palm trees, inhabited by giant river otters, blue and yellow macaws, hoatzins, red howler monkeys, black caimans and one of the world’s biggest freshwater scaled fish: the paiche. Access to discretion during rainy season.
Day 3: Amazon Jungle, Peru
Location: Amazon Jungle
Accommodation Name: Amazon research station
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
River Island, Bio-Orchard, Palmetum, Rainforest By Night (B/L/D) A 20-minute boat ride will lead you to the river island near the guide’s field station, a large sandbank at the shores of the Madre de Dios River. Walk across the island to explore the floodplain that provides the island an ecosystem with a great diversity of birds such as the Amazonian umbrellabird, one of the most sought-after species by birdwatchers Later, visit the station’s orchard, where organic native goods are cultivated. Learn the diverse phases of sustainable horticulture: the preparation of recycled compost; sowing and harvesting vegetables, fine herbs and tropical plants; using natural fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides. Afterwards, explore a 30Ha permanent-plot area for rainforest restoration and conservation, where researchers have registered up to 19 native palm species. Learn about the rainforest’s survival mechanisms including natural seed dispersion, as well as the characteristics and cultural meaning of trees within the Palmetum, such as the yarina (vegetable ivory) or the walking palm, which moves its roots in search of sunlight. Tonight, head out on a night walk through the jungle. While walking under the tree shades that intensify the Amazonian darkness, tune up your senses to identify the lively sounds of birds, mammals, insects, and amphibians that wander around the forest during nighttime.
Day 4: Amazon Jungle-Puerto Maldonado, Peru
Location: Puerto Maldonado
Accommodation Name: Amazon research station
Meals Included: Breakfast
Transfer To Puerto Maldonado (B) After checking out of the research station, enjoy your breakfast. You will return to Puerto Maldonado via motorized canoe, where you may spend the afternoon at the beautiful Butterfly House or choose to be dropped off at the airport or bus station, after which you are free to continue on to your next destination. Safe travels!
What's Included
Meals
3B / 3L / 3D
Accommodation
Enjoy 3 nights of accommodation at an Amazon research station, providing a unique and immersive experience in the heart of the rainforest.
Transport
Most transfers are included, with motorized canoe trips down the Madre de Dios River to and from the Amazon research station.
Activities
Participate in activities such as a Palmetum visit, nature excursions, trail system hike, canopy walkway, river island trip, bio-orchard visit, rainforest night hike, nighttime river cruise, and Carachama trail.
Guides
Benefit from the expertise of an English-speaking jungle guide during excursions.
Extras
Reserve entrance fees, entry, equipment, life vest, and rubber boots are included.
What's Not Included
Travel insurance
Travel insurance is not included.
Optional activities
Optional activities are not included.
Visa fees
Visa fees are not included.
Other meals/drinks
Other meals and drinks not specified in the itinerary are not included.
Tips
Tips are not included.
Personal expenses
Personal expenses are not included.
Mode of Transport
Most transfers are included, with motorized canoe trips down the Madre de Dios River to and from the Amazon research station.
Check out our Q&As
What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides 3 nights of accommodation at an Amazon research station, offering a unique and immersive experience in the heart of the rainforest.
Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour includes meals with 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 3 dinners provided during your stay.
What kind of activities can I expect during the tour?
The tour includes a variety of activities such as a trail system hike, canopy walkway, river island trip, bio-orchard visit, rainforest night hike, and a nighttime river cruise. You will also have the opportunity to visit a Palmetum and explore the Carachama trail.
Is there a guide provided during the excursions?
Yes, an expert English-speaking jungle guide will accompany you during the excursions to enhance your experience and provide insights into the local ecosystem.
What is the mode of transportation during the tour?
Most transfers are included in the tour, with motorized canoe trips down the Madre de Dios River to and from the Amazon research station. There are also transfers during the tour and pick-up/drop-off at the Puerto Maldonado airport or bus station.
Are there any additional costs not included in the tour price?
The tour price does not include travel insurance, optional activities, visa fees, other meals/drinks, tips, and personal expenses.
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.
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Reviews of this operator
Jonas Nesset(Norway)
The company is exceptional. When...
Dec 10 2019
The company is exceptional. When I had questions, I always got prompt and professional answers. The excursions that Bamba organized were fantastic! Thank you once again for everything!
Shane Alce(United Kingdom)
For true explorers....
Aug 12 2019
For true explorers.
Marian Reder(Germany)
To this day, this is...
Oct 2 2019
To this day, this is the best tour we've ever done together as a couple! The fun activities, great hotels and nice guides worth the money! We were always taken care of and they made sure that we had a good time. This tour is definitely worth taking.
Tanja Ottosen(Denmark)
The Bamba Team really made...
Jan 9 2020
The Bamba Team really made my journey one of the most memorable experiences of my life! Still so nice and supportive! They handled everything and responded to each question within a few minutes. I wholeheartedly recommend it to everyone. Especially if you want to do a lot of activities and travel to a lot of different places without feeling rushed. They've also helped me with specific issues that weren't covered by the tour, as well as answering general questions. Thank you so much for making my journey so enjoyable!
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Braiden Rowe(United States)
The tour was fantastic; I...
Feb 12 2020
The tour was fantastic; I was able to visit some of Japan's most beautiful locations, and the accommodations were excellent, with convenient access to the city's best attractions. Also, our tour guide was fantastic. I will pick bamba again and recommend the tour to anyone who wants to see Japan while having a good time!!
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Aaron Davies(Australia)
I only have good words...
Oct 23 2019
I only have good words about our trip to Kenya. The entire experience was totally magical and I struggle to say how fantastic it was. We were fortunate enough to have a brilliant vehicle for ourselves, but we had great luck with David for our guide too. He was very knowledgeable, courteous and nice. Thank you for helping to create this fantastic safari experience. I Highly recommend this company.
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Matteo Hoffmeister(Germany)
Bamba Experience has been the...
Jun 5 2019
Bamba Experience has been the best tour guide I've ever had. Every tour has been a thrilling experience. There are so many things to choose from. Bamba has been extremely helpful in providing us with all of the necessary information for our departures and activities! Bamba has made this a simple and enjoyable experience. I'll certainly tell my friends and family about it! Thank you very much, Bamba!!
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Melanie Liu Chang(Australia)
We organized a trip through...
Feb 20 2020
We organized a trip through Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia on the hop-on, hop-off bus. It made the trip so much simpler for us as first-time travelers because we just had to send an email to arrange the bus, which avoided the hassle of looking for the best price and so on! We also had a number of tours included, they were all amazing and saved us the trouble of trying to find the best offers on our own; it also meant we got to see a lot of stuff we wouldn't have seen otherwise.
Overall, it was a fantastic experience that I will strongly suggest and use again!
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Marius Halvorson(Norway)
Our Bamba tour of Vietnam...
Jun 25 2019
Our Bamba tour of Vietnam was fantastic. We had a lot of new experiences and all of the help we needed to make this a stress-free vacation. The well-organized accomodation and transportation were excellent. We will certainly use Bamba in the future.
Alexis Helman(Australia)
I had booked our Uyuni...
Jun 25 2019
I had booked our Uyuni Salt Flats & Desert Adventure 3D/2N (Uyuni to Atacama) tour via an Australian travel agency, but they had made an error and refused to assist us or take responsibility. This was very difficult for us because we wanted to have a stress-free honeymoon. I contacted Bamba and I asked if we could talk on the phone so they made the improvements to our tour reservation that our travel agent declined to make. The quality of service was exceptional and they generously offered to us a complimentary gift because it was our honeymoon. I can't say enough good things about Bamba.
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