Tours in Puerto Maldonado
Tambopata Research Center Lodge. The Tambopata Research Center (TRC) is a remote eco-lodge situated deep within the Tambopata National Reserve in Peru, offering an immersive Amazon rainforest experience. Accessible via a flight to Puerto Maldonado, followed by a road journey and a tranquil boat ride along the Tambopata River, TRC is surrounded by pristine wilderness, providing guests with unparalleled wildlife viewing opportunities.
At TRC, guests can participate in a variety of guided tours and activities, including:
- Macaw Clay Lick Visits: Witness one of the Amazon's most vibrant spectacles as hundreds of macaws and parrots gather at clay licks to feed, displaying a riot of color and sound.
- Canopy Tower Exploration: Ascend a 30-meter tower to gain a bird's-eye view of the rainforest, observing treetop wildlife such as monkeys, toucans, and other bird species, while enjoying sweeping vistas of the Amazon canopy.
- Night Hikes: Experience the rainforest's nocturnal life, encountering creatures like frogs, insects, and nocturnal mammals, guided by the sounds and sights unique to the nighttime jungle.
- Wildlife Spotting Excursions: Explore various trails to observe diverse fauna, including primates such as howler monkeys, capuchins, and squirrel monkeys, as well as other large species like capybaras and caimans.
- Cultural Experiences: Engage with local indigenous communities to learn about their traditions, knowledge of the rainforest, and sustainable living practices.
Inkaterra Hacienda Concepcion.Inkaterra Hacienda Concepción is a charming eco-lodge nestled along the Madre de Dios River, near the Tambopata National Reserve in the heart of the Peruvian Amazon. Once a cacao and rubber plantation, this lodge offers guests an immersive rainforest experience, surrounded by diverse ecosystems and abundant wildlife.
Guests can enjoy a variety of excursions, including:
- Lake Sandoval Excursion: Explore Lake Sandoval by canoe, observing wildlife such as howler monkeys, caimans, and giant river otters.
- Canopy Walkway: Experience the rainforest from above on a series of hanging bridges set 30 meters above the ground, offering a unique perspective of the jungle's flora and fauna.
- Night Hikes: Embark on guided nocturnal walks to discover the Amazon's nighttime creatures, including insects, amphibians, and nocturnal mammals.
- Native Farm Visit: Learn about sustainable farming practices and the cultivation of local crops by visiting a nearby indigenous farm.
- River Excursions: Enjoy boat rides along the Madre de Dios River, with opportunities to spot diverse bird species and other wildlife inhabiting the riverbanks.