Puerto Maldonado: 3-Day Amazon Lodge Tour
Tambopata Province, Peru
Activity
Official tickets via GetYourGuide
Explore the Amazon rainforest from Puerto Maldonado on a 3-day adventure. Cruise the Madre de Dios River, visit Sandoval Lake, and enjoy rainforest walks and wildlife excursions.
Highlights
- Explore Monkey Island and spot monkeys in the Amazon rainforest.
- Discover Sandoval Lake by rowing boat and search for wildlife.
- Search for caimans and capybaras during a night river excursion.
- Walk through the rainforest at night to discover nocturnal wildlife.
- Enjoy panoramic Amazon views from a 30-meter-high canopy walkway.
Description
Experience the Amazon rainforest on a 3-day, 2-night adventure from Puerto Maldonado. Stay at a jungle lodge surrounded by tropical forest and explore the biodiversity of the Madre de Dios region through boat trips, rainforest walks and wildlife excursions. Day 1 – Puerto Maldonado, Monkey Island & Wildlife Your adventure begins with pickup at Puerto Maldonado Airport or the bus station. Travel to the port and board a boat for approximately one hour along the Madre de Dios River to reach your jungle lodge. Enjoy a refreshing welcome drink made with local fruits before settling into your room. After lunch, visit Monkey Island, located across the river from the lodge. Walk through the island with your guide and look for different species of monkeys living in the rainforest. At night, take a boat excursion along the Madre de Dios River to look for caimans and other wildlife along the riverbanks. You may also have the chance to spot capybaras. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight accommodation. Day 2 – Sandoval Lake & Night Walk After breakfast, walk approximately 3 kilometers through the rainforest toward Sandoval Lake, located in the Tambopata region. Once at the lake, board a rowing boat and explore its calm waters while looking for wildlife. Keep an eye out for monkeys, colorful birds and other rainforest species. With some luck, you may see giant river otters and caimans. Return to the lodge for lunch. In the evening, enjoy a guided night walk through the rainforest. Discover insects, amphibians, reptiles and other nocturnal species that become active after dark. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight accommodation. Day 3 – Canopy Walk-Way & Return to Puerto Maldonado Wake up early for a visit to the Canopy Walk-Way, with platforms located around 30 meters above the ground. Enjoy panoramic views of the Madre de Dios River from the treetops and look for birds such as toucans, macaws, tanagers and oropendolas. After breakfast, return by boat to Puerto Maldonado and transfer to the airport or bus station, marking the end of your Amazon adventure. Included: 2 nights of accommodation, meals, guided activities, transportation between Puerto Maldonado and the lodge, swimming pool and Wi-Fi. Not included: Alcoholic beverages, tips, personal expenses and services not mentioned in the itinerary. We recommend bringing comfortable walking shoes, insect repellent, sunscreen, a flashlight, binoculars, long-sleeved clothing and long pants.Includes
Pickup and drop-off at Puerto Maldonado Airport or bus station. Round-trip boat transportation between Puerto Maldonado and the lodge. 2 nights of accommodation at the jungle lodge. Breakfast, lunch and dinner during the program. Professional guide. Monkey Island visit. Sandoval Lake excursion. Night wildlife walk. Caiman spotting excursion. Canopy Walk-Way experience. Swimming pool. Wi-Fi.Excludes
Entrance fee to Tambopata National Reserve: USD 20 per person. Alcoholic drinks and bar consumption. Tips for guides and staff. Personal expenses. Guide in French, German, or another language: USD 80 per day.Important Information
- The entrance fee to Tambopata National Reserve is not included and costs approximately USD 20 per person. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed, as animals live freely in their natural habitat. Minor adjustments to the itinerary may be made due to weather conditions, river levels, or safety reasons. These adjustments will not substantially affect the overall experience. Bring insect repellent, sunscreen, a flashlight, comfortable shoes, long pants, and a long-sleeved shirt. After booking, please provide your arrival details in Puerto Maldonado to coordinate your pickup service.