Tambopara 3 days / 2 nights
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Tambopata 3 days / 2 nights
Summary
Tambopata – Sandoval Lake 3 Days / 2 Nights – Corto Maltés Amazonía
Day 1:
Puerto Maldonado – Madre de Dios River – Corto Maltés Amazonía – Forest Trail – Caiman Safari
Reception at Puerto Maldonado Airport, transfer to the city office, and boat journey along the Madre de Dios River to Corto Maltés Amazonía. In the afternoon, explore a rainforest trail and visit a traditional rubber-tapper camp. Before dinner, enjoy an evening caiman safari along the river.
Day 2:
Sandoval Lake – Observation Tower – Brazil Nut Camp
Begin the day early with an excursion to Sandoval Lake inside the Tambopata National Reserve. Hike through the tropical rainforest, explore the lake by rowboat in search of wildlife, and return to the lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, visit an observation tower and a traditional Brazil nut camp.
Day 3:
Parrot Clay Lick – Puerto Maldonado Local Market – Airport Transfer
Start the final morning with an early visit to a parrot clay lick. After breakfast and some free time, travel by boat back to Puerto Maldonado, visit the local market, and continue to the airport for your onward flight.
Itinerary
Day 1: Puerto Maldonado – Corto Maltés Amazonía – Forest Trail – Caiman Safari
Highlight of the day: Begin your Amazon adventure with a scenic boat journey, your first rainforest hike, and an evening caiman safari.
Reception and Transfer
Upon arrival at Puerto Maldonado Airport, you will be welcomed by our staff and transferred to our office in the city.
Any luggage you do not need during your stay in the rainforest can be safely stored in our storage area. This will allow you to travel more comfortably and avoid carrying unnecessary items during the excursion.
Afterward, we will continue to Puerto Capitanía, where we will board our boat for the journey to Corto Maltés Amazonía.
The boat ride takes approximately 40 minutes along the Madre de Dios River, offering your first opportunity to enjoy the landscapes and vegetation of the Peruvian Amazon.
Arrival at Corto Maltés Amazonía
Upon arrival at the lodge, you will be welcomed with a refreshing drink prepared with natural seasonal fruits.
Your guide will provide all the necessary information about your stay and the scheduled activities, after which you will receive the keys to your bungalow.
You will then enjoy lunch and have time to rest before beginning the first excursion.
Forest Trail and Rubber-Tapper Camp
At approximately 3:30 p.m., we will begin our first rainforest experience accompanied by a specialized guide.
During the walk, you will learn about tropical trees, medicinal plants, and the abundant vegetation found within the approximately 60-hectare Corto Maltés Amazonía concession.
We will also visit a recreated traditional rubber-tapper camp, where you will learn about one of the historic economic activities of the Madre de Dios region.
Here, you will discover the traditional process used to extract rubber or natural latex and learn about its different uses.
The hike lasts approximately 2 hours.
Free Time
After returning to the lodge, you will have free time to relax in the swimming pool or in the hammocks on your bungalow terrace.
You may also enjoy a cocktail at the bar, request a relaxing massage, visit the handicraft shop, or walk to the river dock to admire the sunset over the Madre de Dios River.
Optional personal services, beverages, massages, and purchases are not included unless otherwise specified.
Night Caiman Safari
At approximately 7:00 p.m., before dinner, we will take an evening boat ride for an exciting caiman safari.
With a little luck, we may also observe other wildlife species that inhabit the riverbanks.
Dinner
After the evening excursion, we will return to the lodge and enjoy dinner in the dining room at approximately 8:00 p.m.
Accommodation: Corto Maltés Amazonía.
Meals included: Lunch and dinner.
Day 2: Sandoval Lake – Observation Tower – Brazil Nut Camp
Highlight of the day: Explore Sandoval Lake in the Tambopata National Reserve and observe the Amazon rainforest from above.
Early Breakfast
We will begin the day early, waking up at approximately 5:30 a.m. to enjoy coffee or a hot herbal tea before departing for Sandoval Lake.
Your guide will provide you with a breakfast bag, which you will enjoy during the excursion.
Sandoval Lake
At approximately 6:00 a.m., we will travel by boat for around 20 minutes along the Madre de Dios River until we reach the Sandoval Lake dock.
From there, we will begin an approximately 3 km hike through lush tropical rainforest vegetation as we enter the Tambopata National Reserve.
During the hike, we will have the opportunity to admire large rainforest trees and, with a little luck, observe different wildlife species.
Possible sightings may include snakes, squirrel monkeys, howler monkeys, capuchin monkeys, hoatzins, kingfishers, anhingas, and other tropical birds.
Upon reaching Sandoval Lake, we will board small rowboats and navigate the lake in search of giant river otters.
We may also have the opportunity to observe a variety of reptiles, mammals, and birds living freely in their natural habitat.
When the guide finds a suitable location, we will stop to enjoy our breakfast surrounded by the natural beauty of the lake and rainforest.
At the end of the visit, we will make sure all our belongings are accounted for and begin the hike back to the Sandoval Lake dock.
Lunch
We will return to Corto Maltés Amazonía and enjoy lunch at approximately 1:30 p.m.
Observation Tower and Brazil Nut Camp
At approximately 3:30 p.m., we will visit one of the two observation towers located within Corto Maltés Amazonía.
One tower is approximately 20 meters high, while the other reaches approximately 42 meters.
Both towers are designed for birdwatching and wildlife observation from above, while also offering beautiful views of the surrounding rainforest and sunset.
Your guide will coordinate which tower to visit according to passenger preferences and current conditions.
Afterward, we will visit a Brazil nut camp, where we will learn about Brazil nuts and their importance as one of the traditional economic activities of the Madre de Dios region.
Free Time
Upon returning to the lodge, you will have free time to enjoy the swimming pool, request a massage, have a refreshing drink at the bar, or visit the lodge boutique.
Optional personal services and purchases are not included unless otherwise specified.
Dinner
At approximately 8:00 p.m., you will enjoy dinner in the lodge dining room.
Accommodation: Corto Maltés Amazonía.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Day 3: Parrot Clay Lick – Local Market – Puerto Maldonado Airport
Highlight of the day: Observe parrots at an Amazon clay lick before returning to Puerto Maldonado for your airport transfer.
Parrot Clay Lick
We will begin the day early, at approximately 5:30 a.m., with coffee or a hot herbal tea before starting an approximately 20-minute walk to the parrot clay lick.
Here, we will have the opportunity to observe between 3 and 5 species of parrots as they descend to consume a special type of clay found in certain areas of the Amazon region.
This natural behavior provides an impressive display of colors and sounds in the heart of the rainforest.
Because these are wild animals living freely in their natural habitat, sightings may vary according to weather conditions and wildlife activity.
Breakfast and Free Time
At approximately 8:00 a.m., we will return to the lodge to enjoy breakfast.
Afterward, you will have a short period of free time before beginning the return journey to Puerto Maldonado.
Return to Puerto Maldonado
After breakfast, we will board our boat and travel back along the Madre de Dios River to Puerto Capitanía.
Upon arrival, our transportation will be waiting to take us first to our office and then to the local market.
Visit to the Local Market
We will enjoy a short visit lasting approximately 15 to 20 minutes.
During the visit, you will be able to observe and learn about different local products that form part of the food, commerce, and daily life of Puerto Maldonado residents.
At the end of the visit, we will continue to Puerto Maldonado Airport, where you can complete the corresponding check-in procedures for your flight.
Meals included: Breakfast.
End of our services.
Important: The order and schedules of the excursions may be modified by the guide, in coordination with lodge management, according to weather conditions, the physical condition of passengers, and other circumstances that may affect the safe and proper operation of the activities.
Options Pricing
Starting at $ .00 USD Per Person
Availability is subject to confirmation at Corto Maltés Amazonía and to the operating conditions of the excursions included in the itinerary.
The package includes 2 nights at Corto Maltés Amazonía according to the 3-day / 2-night itinerary.
Prices may vary according to the travel date, number of passengers, room category, and availability of the services included in the program.
Please note: Only the meals specifically mentioned in the itinerary are considered included.
Optional services available at the lodge, such as massages, beverages from the bar, handicrafts, boutique purchases, and other personal services, are not included unless specifically confirmed in your reservation.
Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed because animals live freely in their natural environment.
The order or timing of activities may be modified when weather conditions, river conditions, passenger safety, or operational considerations require it.
Please contact us for current availability and the applicable price for your travel date.
Inclusions
Included in Your Tambopata – Sandoval Lake 3 Days / 2 Nights:
- Day 1: Puerto Maldonado – Corto Maltés Amazonía – Forest Trail – Caiman Safari
Reception at Puerto Maldonado Airport, transfer to the city office, luggage storage for belongings not required during the rainforest stay, ground transportation to Puerto Capitanía, boat transportation to Corto Maltés Amazonía, welcome drink, lunch, guided rainforest hike, visit to the rubber-tapper camp, evening caiman safari, dinner, and accommodation. - Day 2: Sandoval Lake – Observation Tower – Brazil Nut Camp
Early coffee or herbal tea, breakfast bag, boat transportation to the Sandoval Lake area, guided approximately 3 km rainforest hike, rowboat excursion on Sandoval Lake, wildlife observation, lunch at the lodge, visit to an observation tower, visit to a Brazil nut camp, dinner, and accommodation. - Day 3: Parrot Clay Lick – Local Market – Airport Transfer
Early coffee or herbal tea, guided walk to the parrot clay lick, breakfast, boat transportation back to Puerto Maldonado, ground transportation in the city, short visit to the local market, and transfer to Puerto Maldonado Airport. - Accommodation Included:
- 2 nights at Corto Maltés Amazonía
- Meals Included According to the Itinerary:
- Day 1: Lunch and dinner
- Day 2: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Day 3: Breakfast
Not Included:
- Domestic or international flights
- Meals not specifically mentioned in the itinerary
- Alcoholic beverages and additional drinks
- Massages and other optional personal services
- Purchases from the lodge boutique or handicraft shop
- Personal expenses
- Tips for guides, boat crew, drivers, and lodge staff
- Services or activities not specified in the itinerary
What to bring
WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING
- Travel Essentials
- Original passport or identification document
- Flight information and travel documents
- Travel insurance information
- Cash in Peruvian soles for personal expenses, optional services, drinks, and tips
- Small daypack for daily excursions
Clothing
- Lightweight and breathable clothing
- Quick-drying shirts
- Long-sleeved shirts for rainforest walks
- Lightweight long pants
- Rain jacket or poncho
- Extra socks and underwear
- Comfortable clothing for relaxing at the lodge
- Swimwear for the lodge swimming pool
- Sleepwear
Footwear
- Comfortable walking or hiking shoes with good grip
- Lightweight shoes or sandals for use around the lodge
- Footwear suitable for humid and potentially muddy rainforest trails
Sun & Insect Protection
- High-SPF sunscreen
- Insect repellent
- Hat or cap
- Sunglasses with UV protection
- Light scarf or buff
Personal Equipment
- Reusable water bottle
- Flashlight or headlamp
- Camera or smartphone
- Portable power bank
- Binoculars, if available
- Waterproof bag or dry bag for electronics and important documents
Health & Hygiene
- Personal medications
- Basic personal first-aid items
- Hand sanitizer
- Wet wipes
- Personal toiletries
Recommended for Sandoval Lake
- Lightweight clothing suitable for walking
- Insect repellent
- Sun protection
- Waterproof protection for electronics
- Small daypack
- Reusable water bottle
Important Tips:
- Pack light and store any unnecessary luggage in Puerto Maldonado before traveling to the lodge.
- Wear lightweight long sleeves and long pants during rainforest excursions for additional protection from insects and vegetation.
- Keep cameras, phones, travel documents, and other valuables protected from rain and humidity.
- Bring extra clothing because rainforest conditions are humid and clothes may take longer to dry.
- Wildlife observation depends on natural conditions, so patience and quiet movement are recommended during excursions.
before you go
Where does the Tambopata 3-day tour begin?
The tour begins with reception at Puerto Maldonado Airport.
Our staff will transfer you to the office in Puerto Maldonado, where luggage that is not required during your rainforest stay can be safely stored before continuing to Puerto Capitanía and boarding the boat to Corto Maltés Amazonía.
How do I reach Corto Maltés Amazonía?
After the airport reception and transfer through Puerto Maldonado, you will continue to Puerto Capitanía.
From there, you will board a boat and travel approximately 40 minutes along the Madre de Dios River to Corto Maltés Amazonía.
Where will I stay during the tour?
The 3-day / 2-night itinerary includes two nights of accommodation at Corto Maltés Amazonía.
The lodge serves as the base for the rainforest excursions included in the program.
What is Sandoval Lake?
Sandoval Lake is one of the main attractions included on Day 2.
The excursion includes a boat journey along the Madre de Dios River, an approximately 3 km rainforest hike, and a rowboat excursion across the lake.
During the activity, you may have opportunities to observe giant river otters, monkeys, reptiles, birds, and other Amazonian wildlife.
How difficult is the walk to Sandoval Lake?
The itinerary includes an approximately 3 km walk through tropical rainforest vegetation before reaching Sandoval Lake.
Trail conditions may vary depending on rain and weather conditions, so comfortable footwear with good grip is recommended.
Will I definitely see giant river otters and other wildlife?
Specific wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed because the animals live freely in their natural environment.
Your guide will help identify wildlife and select appropriate observation areas, but sightings depend on weather, season, natural conditions, and animal activity.
What is the caiman safari?
The caiman safari is an evening boat excursion scheduled for Day 1.
It takes place before dinner and offers the opportunity to search for caimans and other wildlife that may be active along the riverbanks after dark.
What are the observation towers?
Corto Maltés Amazonía has two observation towers, one approximately 20 meters high and the other approximately 42 meters high.
They are designed for birdwatching, wildlife observation, and panoramic views of the surrounding rainforest.
Your guide will coordinate which tower to visit according to passenger preferences and conditions at the time of the excursion.
What will I learn at the Brazil nut camp?
The visit provides an introduction to Brazil nuts and their importance as one of the traditional economic activities of the Madre de Dios region.
What is the parrot clay lick?
A parrot clay lick is a natural area where parrots gather to consume mineral-rich clay.
The excursion takes place early on Day 3 and involves an approximately 20-minute walk from the lodge.
The itinerary indicates that between three and five species of parrots may be observed, although wildlife activity can vary.
Are all meals included?
Only the meals specifically described in the itinerary are included.
Day 1 includes lunch and dinner.
Day 2 includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Day 3 includes breakfast.
Any meal not specifically mentioned should be considered excluded unless separately confirmed in your reservation.
Can I leave luggage in Puerto Maldonado?
Yes. The itinerary includes luggage storage at the office in Puerto Maldonado for belongings that you do not need during your rainforest stay.
This allows you to travel to the lodge with only the items required for the 3-day excursion.
What weather should I expect?
Tambopata has a tropical and humid environment, and rainfall may occur during rainforest excursions.
Travelers should bring lightweight clothing, rain protection, insect repellent, and waterproof protection for electronics and important documents.
What should I wear during the rainforest excursions?
Lightweight long pants, long-sleeved shirts, comfortable walking shoes, a hat, and insect repellent are recommended for forest excursions.
A rain jacket or poncho should also be carried because tropical weather conditions can change quickly.
Can the itinerary change?
Yes. The order and schedules of the excursions may be modified by the guide in coordination with lodge management.
Adjustments may be made according to weather conditions, the physical condition of passengers, river conditions, or other circumstances that could affect the safe and proper operation of the activities.
What happens on the final day?
After the early parrot clay lick excursion, you will return to the lodge for breakfast and some free time.
You will then travel by boat back to Puerto Maldonado, visit the local market for approximately 15 to 20 minutes, and continue to Puerto Maldonado Airport for your onward flight.
