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- Explore Tambopata: 5-Day Amazon Tour to Chuncho Clay Lick & Sandoval Lake
Explore Tambopata: 5-Day Amazon Tour to Chuncho Clay Lick & Sandoval Lake
- Price: USD$ 650.00
- Locations Visited: Tambopata National Reserve - Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick - Sandoval Lake
- Frecuency: 6 Times a week
- Physical Difficulty: Moderate to challenging (levels 1 to 5).
Embark on a 5-day Amazon rainforest adventure in Tambopata, Peru, and immerse yourself in one of the most biodiverse regions on Earth. Designed for travelers seeking an authentic and transformative jungle experience, this expedition takes you deep into pristine nature — from the world-famous Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick to the peaceful Sandoval Lake.
Explore lush rainforest trails surrounded by towering trees, colorful birds, playful monkeys, and elusive wildlife. Enjoy a perfect blend of wildlife encounters and cultural immersion, with activities such as traditional Amazonian fishing, guided night walks, and breathtaking river journeys.
Each day reveals new wonders of the Tambopata National Reserve, offering an unforgettable connection with the vibrant heart of the Peruvian Amazon.
Itinerary:
Day 1 – Arrival in Puerto Maldonado • River Journey • Jungle Walk & Night Exploration
Begin your Tambopata Amazon adventure with a warm welcome upon arrival in Puerto Maldonado. After organizing your luggage at our office, we’ll drive through lush jungle landscapes to the river port and board a motorized canoe along the Tambopata and Malinowski Rivers. Enjoy the first wildlife sightings and stunning views as we travel deep into the rainforest toward our eco-lodge, where a refreshing tropical drink and lunch await. In the afternoon, take an introductory guided walk through the lodge’s private trails to spot howler monkeys, toucans, butterflies, and giant trees. After dark, experience an Amazon night walk, discovering glass frogs, colorful insects, tarantulas, and perhaps even nocturnal monkeys or snakes — an unforgettable start to your Amazonian journey.,Day 2 – Mammal Clay Lick • Traditional Amazonian Fishing
After breakfast, we’ll hike through pristine forest to reach a mammal clay lick, a natural mineral site where tapirs, peccaries, deer, agoutis, and monkeys gather to replenish essential nutrients. While sightings vary, the walk offers an immersive experience filled with the sounds and scents of the rainforest. In the afternoon, join a traditional river fishing activity on the Tambopata River, guided by local experts. Learn ancient techniques used by Amazonian communities and try your hand at catching boquichico, doncella, or catfish — a relaxing, cultural, and sustainable experience by the river.,Day 3 – Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick • Canopy Tower • Sunset on the River
Rise before dawn for an excursion to the breathtaking Chuncho Clay Lick, one of the largest and most colorful in the entire Amazon. From a scenic viewpoint, marvel as hundreds of macaws, parrots, and parakeets gather to feed on the mineral-rich clay — a symphony of color, sound, and motion. During the river journey, you might spot capybaras, caimans, and playful monkeys along the banks. After lunch, climb a 50-meter canopy tower for panoramic views of the Tambopata rainforest, where toucans, macaws, and primates move freely among the treetops. The day concludes with a golden Amazon sunset over the river, offering perfect photo opportunities and peaceful reflection.,Day 4 – Sandoval Lake • Dusk Canoe Ride & Caiman Spotting
After breakfast, we’ll return to Puerto Maldonado and continue to the Tambopata National Reserve, entering the path to the famous Sandoval Lake. Enjoy a 3 km jungle hike surrounded by vibrant flora and fauna — colorful birds, squirrel monkeys, giant trees, and medicinal plants — before boarding a paddle canoe across the mirror-like waters of Sandoval. Here, you may encounter giant river otters, caimans, turtles (taricaya), and rare birds like hoatzins and kingfishers. As dusk approaches, admire the spectacular colors of the sunset reflecting over the lake. When night falls, embark on a silent canoe ride to spot caimans by flashlight — their glowing eyes and the sounds of the nocturnal forest make this an unforgettable adventure.,Day 5 – Sunrise at Sandoval Lake • Botanical Walk • Return to Puerto Maldonado
Our final morning begins early with a peaceful sunrise canoe ride on Sandoval Lake, when the wildlife is most active and the light is simply magical. Look for giant otters, aquatic birds, and early-rising monkeys as the jungle awakens. After breakfast, take part in a guided botanical walk to learn about medicinal plants, towering trees, and traditional Amazon uses of the forest’s natural resources. After lunch, we’ll return by boat to Puerto Maldonado, reflecting on an extraordinary journey filled with unforgettable wildlife encounters, cultural experiences, and a deep connection to the living Amazon rainforest.What's Included
✅ Transfers from/to Puerto Maldonado airport or bus station
✅ All river and land transportation during the tour
✅ 4 nights in eco-lodges with private rooms
✅ All meals from lunch on Day 1 to lunch on Day 5
✅ Motorized boat and paddle canoe rides
✅ Guided night walks and day hikes
✅ Visit to Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick
✅ Mammal Clay Lick excursion
✅ Sandoval Lake expedition
✅ Traditional fishing experience on the Tambopata River
✅ 50-meter canopy tower climb
✅ Expert naturalist guide (English/Spanish)
✅ Entrance fees to Tambopata National Reserve
✅ Rubber boots for jungle hikes
✅ First-aid kit and basic safety equipment
What you need to take: VERY IMPORTANT
- Light sleeping bag or light blanket (only if indicated by the season)
- Repellent with a minimum of 25% DEET
- Camera with spare batteries and memory cards
- Powerful flashlight or headlamp with extra batteries
- Binoculars (8×42 or 10×42 recommended)
- Waterproof bags to protect your electronics and valuables
- Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen)
- Personal water bottle
- Day pack
- Personal money
- Lightweight rain poncho
- Sandals (for use inside the lodge)
- Extra toiletries and personal hygiene items (biodegradable soap if possible)
- Comfortable lightweight clothing: long-sleeved shirts, long pants, shorts, T-shirts
- Swimsuit and small towel
- Light hiking socks and comfortable walking shoes or trekking shoes
- After insect bites cream (strongly suggested)