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Tour Overview
Immerse yourself in the Amazon's pristine beauty with an unforgettable jungle adventure starting from Puerto Maldonado. Discover unique wildlife, trek through lush rainforests, and visit native communities. Experience canopy walks, night excursions, and river cruises, ensuring close encounters with exotic species. Complete with comfortable lodge stays and expert guides, this tour offers the ultimate Amazon escape. Perfect for nature lovers and adventure seekers, it's the ideal way to explore one of the world's most biodiverse ecosystems. ...more ...less
Highlights
Hike in the heart of the Amazon
Watch for caiman on a night safari
Walk in the canopy of jungle trees
Itinerary
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Start your jungle adventure with a Puerto Maldonado airport 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 eco-lodge’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 Lodge, Peru
Location: Amazon Lodge Tambopata
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Inkaterra Canopy Walkway, Carachama Trail (B/L/D) Winner of the PURE Award in the ‘High Emotion/Low Impact’ category, the research 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 Lodge, Peru
Location: Amazon Lodge Tambopata
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
River Island, Bio-Orchard, Palmetum (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 research 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 the 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.
Day 4: Amazon Lodge, Peru
Location: Amazon Lodge Tambopata
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Wetlands, Ita Model Farm, Rainforest By Night (B/L/D) Walk through the wetland bridge system at the ecological reserve to encounter an ecosystem, defined by the presence of Aguaje palm trees and inhabited by a unique fauna diversity, including birds, ants, and amphibians. Later, a 20-minute boat ride will lead you to the Gamitana Model Farm to enjoy the many scents and flavors of native fruits (according to season) such as starfruit, papaya, and rough lemon. Get to know the research station’s work in benefit of local communities, as well as the economic role of agriculture in the region. Afterwards, head out on 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 5: Amazon Lodge-Puerto Maldonado, Peru
Location: Puerto Maldonado
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! Note: The lodge accommodation is of a more basic nature, to ensure the research station has minimal environmental impact and remains as true as it can to its surroundings.
What's Included
Accommodation
4 nights in superior lodge
Transport
Pick Up, Canoe Van All transfers during tour Motorized canoe trip to/from Amazon Research Station Puerto Maldonado airport/bus station pick-up/drop-off
Meals
4B / 4L / 4D
Activities
Active, Multi-Adventure Trail System Hike Nighttime River Cruise Canopy Walkway Carachama Trail Bio-Orchard Visit Wetlands Trip Model Farm Visit Rainforest Night Hike River Island Trip Palmetum Visit
Guides
Excursions with expert English-speaking jungle guide
Extras
Fees & additional Bottled Water and Typical Natural Beverages Reserve Entrance Fees Life Vest & Rubber Boots
What's Not Included
Transportation to/from Cuzco
Extra snacks and drinks
Tips for guide
Mode of Transport
Transportation includes pick-up from Puerto Maldonado, a motorized canoe trip down the Madre de Dios River, and a van for local transfers.
Accommodation
Enjoy 4 nights in a superior lodge at the Amazon research station, offering a comfortable stay amidst the natural beauty of the rainforest.
Check out our Q&As
What kind of transportation is included in the tour?
Transportation includes pick-up from Puerto Maldonado, a motorized canoe trip down the Madre de Dios River, and a van for local transfers.
What is the purpose of the research station's canopy walkway?
The canopy walkway is designed to perform scientific research on ecosystems inhabiting the rainforest canopy. It also contributes to birdwatching and other eco-friendly activities.
What can I learn at the research station's orchard?
At the orchard, you can learn about the diverse phases of sustainable horticulture, including the preparation of recycled compost, sowing and harvesting vegetables, fine herbs, and tropical plants, and using natural fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides.
Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour includes 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 4 dinners.
What kind of wildlife can I expect to see during the tour?
You can expect to see a variety of wildlife including capybaras, white caimans, nightjars, 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.
What is the significance of the Palmetum?
The Palmetum is a 30Ha permanent-plot area for rainforest restoration and conservation, where researchers have registered up to 19 native palm species. You can learn about the rainforest's survival mechanisms, natural seed dispersion, and the characteristics and cultural meaning of trees within the Palmetum.
What is the Gamitana Model Farm?
The Gamitana Model Farm is a place where you can enjoy the many scents and flavors of native fruits such as starfruit, papaya, and rough lemon. You can also learn about the research station's work in benefit of local communities and the economic role of agriculture in the region.
What happens on the last day of the tour?
On the last day, after checking out of the research station and enjoying breakfast, you will return to Puerto Maldonado via motorized canoe. You may spend the afternoon at the beautiful Butterfly House or choose to be dropped off at the airport or bus station.
What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
You will stay for 4 nights in a superior lodge at the Amazon research station, offering a comfortable stay amidst the natural beauty of the rainforest.
What activities are included in the tour?
The tour includes a variety of activities such as hiking through rainforest ecosystems, a night safari on the Madre de Dios River, a canopy walkway, visits to a natural water pool, a river island, a bio-orchard, a palmetum, a wetland bridge system, a model farm, and a night walk through the jungle.
Is there an option to visit Lake Sandoval?
Yes, there is an alternative excursion to Lake Sandoval available at an additional cost. By canoe, you can navigate this beautiful oxbow-shaped water mirror surrounded by Aguaje palm trees and inhabited by various wildlife.
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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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.
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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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