Experience life in the jungle, Go wildlife-spotting, Climb a canopy tower, Learn about conservation in the Amazon
Get a real taste of the Peruvian rainforest on this enthralling trip into the heart of the Amazon. Walk through the jungle, cruise along murky waterways, spot exotic wildlife and stay in an eco-lodge. There is also a chance to learn about conservation projects, spot macaws, climb a canopy tower for amazing views and hear about the healing properties of the strange jungle plantlife. This amazing Amazon journey is an excellent introduction to the Amazon.
Physical Rating: 2 Culture Shock Rating: 3 Accommodation: Amazon Lodge (2 nts), Tambopata Research Centre (2 nts) Transportation: Canoe, walking Trip Style: Intrepid Independent Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group Departure: Departure is guaranteed Budget: Allow USD $110 for meals not included.
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Tour Operator
Intrepid Travel
Duration
5 Days
Escorted
Escorted - Yes
Itinerary
Day
Destination
Description
Day 1
Puerto Maldonado/Amazon Lodge
Gear up for the journey ahead in Puerto Maldonado, then travel by bus and motorised canoe into the dense forest of the Amazon. Watch out for the colourful birds in this lush region. Arrive at the lodge in time for a briefing on the accommodation and ecotourism project, where staff are all local and eager to impart their knowledge of the jungle. Climb up to the canopy tower to get an amazing aerial view of the Amazon.
Days 2-3
Research Centre
Head out on an early morning birdwatching walk before journeying by canoe to the Research Centre where, in the evening, there is a chance to learn about the vital Macaw Project and the habits of the birds themselves. On day 3, take another early morning walk to the clay-lick to see these fascinating birds up close - the macaws, and other parrots, congregate here daily to ingest clay before disappearing back into the thick forest. Later, take a gentle hike through the floodplain trail with a local guide to see the strange trees and exotic flowers of the Amazon.
Day 4
Amazon Lodge
Return to the Lodge and hike to the Condenado Oxbow Lake for a chance to spot more of the wildlife in this fertile jungle - monkeys and peccaries are commonly sighted. Opportunities exist in the evening to attend lectures or chat about conservation in the Reserve.
A final canoe ride is a chance to bid the Amazon goodbye before returning to Puerto Maldonado, where there may be a little time to explore before transferring to the airport and on to your next destination.
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