Secrets of the Amazon: Macaw clay – Sandoval Lake – Canopy walk 4 Days
4-day adventure deep into the heart of the Amazon Rainforest, where you’ll witness its most breathtaking wonders. Starting in Puerto Maldonado, this journey takes you to the renowned Macaw Clay Lick, where vibrant macaws and parrots gather in a dazzling display of color and sound. Explore the serene Sandoval Lake, home to giant river otters, black caimans, and a diverse array of wildlife. Then, experience the jungle from above on a canopy walk, offering a unique perspective of the rainforest’s treetops.
This immersive tour is perfect for nature lovers seeking an unforgettable Amazon experience. For those with limited time, Puerto Maldonado 3-day tours are also available, offering a shorter but equally exciting glimpse into the wonders of the Peruvian jungle.
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Highlights
Tour Includes:
This is an “All inclusive tour from pick up till drop off”
Pick up from (Airport, bus station or hotel)
03 Nights accommodation in bungalow with private bathroom
1 Professional bilingual guide in the jungle
1 Motor boat transportation for all trips
Breakfast (3) Dinner (3) Lunch (3)
All activities listed in the itinerary
Purified Water 24 hours (To recharge your canteen)
Wellingtons (Rubber boots)
No additional payment for single room or (Solo traveler)
Storage room for large luggage
First aid kit
Drop off to (Airport or bus station)
Meals:
Top Attractions:
Activities:
Tour does not Include:
Drinks bought at the bar
Gratuities
Domestic Flights or Bus from/to Cusco, Lima
Extra snacks and drinks
Travel insurance
Health coverage
Extra snacks and drinks
Where you’ll be
Following Optional Jungle Hotels are available
Itinerary
Day 1:
Arrive in Puerto Maldonado, the capital of Madre de Dios, and take a 2-hour bus and half-boat ride to the jungle lodge. A local welcome drink and a brief introduction to your hotel in the jungle, spacious accommodation with bar, swimming pool and buffet in the Tambopata National Reserve, the furthest sanctuary from Puerto Maldonado, surrounded by monkeys and various species of birds.
Accommodation includes rooms from 24 m2 to 68 m2, apartments with private bathrooms and open windows overlooking the forest.
This afternoon we have a two or three kilometer introductory hike through the jungle, information about the main medicinal plants and at the same time a great opportunity to spot seven different species of monkeys and a walk of different birds in the jungle will be unforgettable.A visit to our 50 m high covered tower completes this first experience.
You have the opportunity to go out by boat in the evening and see the black and white caimans along the Tambopata River. Seeing the reptile in its privileged habitat is an amazing experience
Day 2:
Amazon wildlife uses the first light of day because it’s cooler, and so do we. Even if you are on holiday our guides encourage you to do early morning activities and it is well worth it.
Year-round, dozens of great macaws and hundreds of parrots flock to this magnificent levee in a boisterous and colorful spectacle that inspired a cover of National Geographic, obviously much better in the dry season. Sixty to eighty meters from the cliff we will discreetly observe green, scarlet and blue and gold winged macaws as well as several species of smaller parrots descending to devour the clay. Visits occur at dawn when licking is most active.Breakfast is served in front of the Clay Lick Chuncho Macaw.
After lunch we will have time to repack and take our backpacks back to the river first and then the car back to Puerto Maldonado.
From Puerto Maldonado we will travel to a second nature reserve on the Madre de Dios River by motorboat arriving at the selected lodge in the evening to rest after a long day and recover energy for the next day.
Day 3
Following a hearty breakfast, venture on a scenic 3-kilometer trek through the verdant Amazon rainforest to the captivating Lake Sandoval. As you traverse the lush pathways, the symphony of exotic bird calls and rustling leaves fills the air, immersing you in the enchanting wilderness. Upon reaching the tranquil shores of Lake Sandoval, the world opens up to a realm of natural wonder – reflections of towering trees dance on the pristine water’s surface, and the possibility of encountering elusive wildlife stirs the excitement within.
After lunch, if you have energy, you can go for a canopy walkway or if you like, you can leave it for the next day before breakfast.
In the evening unveils yet another opportunity to witness the remarkable diversity of the jungle as it comes alive with nocturnal creatures. After an exhilarating day of exploration, indulge in a delicious dinner amidst the jungle’s embrace, followed by a well-deserved rest, lulled by the soothing sounds of the wilderness that surrounds you.
Day 4.-
Rise with the sun at 5:30 a.m. amidst the jungle’s embrace. Begin your morning with a leisurely stroll to our canopy walkway, elevated approximately 30 meters above the ground, offering an unparalleled vantage point to immerse yourself in nature’s beauty. Gazing out from this height, you’ll be treated to a panoramic vista of the majestic Madre de Dios river. From the platforms, you’ll have the opportunity to observe a diverse array of avian wonders, including toucans, macaws, tanagers, and orioles. Undoubtedly, this promises to be a truly enchanting experience. Following the walk, enjoy a satisfying breakfast before embarking on your journey back to the city. Airport transfers and bus station arrangements will be provided for your convenience.
