Puerto Maldonado Amazon Superior Lodge 5D/4N (from Puerto Maldonado)
Puerto Maldonado Amazon Superior Lodge 5D/4N (from Puerto Maldonado)
Puerto Maldonado Amazon Superior Lodge 5D/4N (from Puerto Maldonado)
5 Days Starting and ending in Puerto Maldonado
Visiting: Amazon Jungle Life, Puerto Maldonado
Tour operator:
Tour code:
44096
Specialist Group:
18-30 Somethings
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 16
Age range:
18-90
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Tour Overview
Experience the true lush Amazon jungle in person as you travel to Puerto Maldonado and the Madre de Dios River. Participate in a diverse selection of exciting activities that will get you to interact with nature and see a wild variety of native flora and fauna.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Puerto Maldonado - Amazon Jungle, Peru
Location: Amazon Jungle Life
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
Duration: 5 Days
Departure Time: 09:00
Puerto Maldonado Airport Pickup – Amazon Lodge (L/D)This morning you will be picked up at the airport and transferred to the Butterfly House (depending on availability) where you will be welcomed and provided with the necessary information for your stay. Begin the 30-minute boat ride down the Madre de Dios River through the heart of the jungle surrounded by lush flora, fauna and breathtaking scenery. Arrive at your Superior Lodge and settle into your private room before enjoying a fresh Peruvian lunch followed by a walk around the lodge and its trails. Discover and learn about primary and secondary rainforest, its components and uses while being dazzled by the sounds of native birds. At dusk navigate by outboard motorized canoe along the Madre de Dios River to learn about its ecosystem, Amazonian creeks, nocturnal animals’ behavior, and the southern constellations. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight. Please note: if you are already in Puerto Maldonado and do not need an airport pick-up you can be picked up from your accommodation at 11am.
Day 2: Amazon Jungle, Peru
Location: Amazon Jungle Life
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Tambopata National Reserve and Canopy Walk (B/L/D)
Wake early for a buffet breakfast and get ready for an exciting day with new experiences ahead. Embark on a long trek through terra firma into the Tambopata National Reserve towards Lake Sandoval. Here you will understand why Madre de Dios is called the biodiversity capital of Peru, while learning about the Reserve’s conservation efforts and the lake’s formation. Navigate by dugout canoe across this mirror-like oxbow lake that is home to the endangered giant river otter (Pteronura brasiliensis), blue and yellow macaw (Ara ararauna), red howler monkey (Alouatta seniculus), black caiman (Melanosuchus niger), and one of the world’s biggest fresh water scaled fish, the paiche (Arapaima gigas).
Return to the lodge for lunch. In the afternoon you will head out for a canopy walk high in Amazonian trees and an Anaconda walk if time and weather conditions allow. Ascend one of the two 98-foot towers (30 m.) and cross the 7 hanging bridges that connect the treetops at 91 ft. high (28 m). Enjoy the breathtaking vistas and get the chance to watch white-throated toucans (Ramphastos tucanus), woodpeckers, trogons, squirrel monkeys (Saimiri boliviensis) and the three-toed sloth (Choleopus hoffmani). After descending keep on feeling the incredible primary rainforest energy going along the 200-meter wooden bridge over the swamps (aguajales). You will learn about the fauna and flora of this flooded ecosystem. At night get ready for a nocturnal excursion through the rainforest, where you will observe nocturnal animals and their unique behaviours. Listen to night's living nature sounds and penetrate this hidden world. End your day with dinner and a good night's rest back at the lodge.
Day 3: Amazon Jungle, Peru
Location: Amazon Jungle Life
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Native Farm - Botanical Garden - Cocha Excursion (B/L/D)
After an early breakfast you will take a native farm excursion where you will be able to learn local techniques of cultivation and taste some of the locally-made products. Then visit the botanical garden to discover the immense variety of medicinal plants considered part of the “natural pharmacy” used by the habitants at the amazon region. Compare the medicinal uses of local medicine with traditional remedies. You will have lunch back at the lodge and take a rest listening to the sounds of the jungle. Enjoy a Cocha excursion in a dugout canoe on a natural pond. Try native fishing applying the “catch and release” techniques, as you enjoy the scenery observing hoatzins (Opisthocomus hoazin), a diversity of fly catchers, and gray-necked woodrails (Aramides cajanea). Disembark at the remains of Fitzcarrald steam boat to learn about it's history. Participate in an evening hike to see different species and their night routines. End your day with dinner back at the lodge.
Day 4: Amazon Jungle, Peru
Location: Amazon Jungle Life
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Jungle Walk - Cacao Plantation (B/L/D)
On your last day before leaving the Amazon Jungle, there is still much more to experience. After an early breakfast, get ready for another jungle walk with your explorer-guide who will teach you the importance of the Brazil nut tree in the local economy of Madre de Dios. Learn how the Brazil nut is collected using traditional tools and techniques, and try to open one of them using a machete and a nut cracker, to finally enjoy this fresh delicacy. Return to the lodge for lunch before heading out in the afternoon to visit a cacao plantation and take part in the chocolate making process. Learn how to select fresh cacao fruits, discover how the seeds are fermented and sundried. After pealing the toasted cacao seeds and grinding them into an aromatic paste, end the excursion with a selection of treats made from our organic chocolate. Participate in an evening hike to see different species and their night routines. End your day with a pleasant dinner.
Day 5: Amazon Jungle - Puerto Maldonado, Peru
Location: Puerto Maldonado
Meals Included: Breakfast
Transfer to Puerto Maldonado - Puerto Maldonado and Airport Drop-off (B)
Enjoy breakfast before transferring back to Puerto Maldonado by motorized canoe. Arrive at the Butterfly House, where you will have the option to wait for your flight while visiting this charming place and learning about these fascinating insects. You will be dropped off at the airport in time to catch your departing flight. Please note that the check-out time is at 11:00 am. You can choose to stay at the Amazon Lodge or go earlier to Puerto Maldonado before your airport transfer.
What's Included
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Accommodation
4N in superior lodge in the Amazon Jungle
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Transport
Airport Transfers and Boat
Puerto Maldonado airport transfers
Boat transportation on the Madre de Dios River to the Amazon lodge -
Meals
4B/4L/4D (Vegetarian option)
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Activities
Nature active adventures
Tambopata National Reserve
Canopy walk
Native Farm
Botanical garden
Cocha excursion
Jungle walk
Cacao plantation
Madre de Dios River navigation -
Guides
Excursions with expert English-Speaking jungle guide
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Extras
Equipment and Fees
Reserve entrance fees
Life vest and rubber boots
Bottled water and typical natural beverages
What's Not Included
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Transportation to/from Cuzco
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Extra snacks and drinks
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Tips for guide
Mode of Transport
Enjoy convenient airport transfers and scenic boat rides along the Madre de Dios River, providing seamless transportation throughout your Amazon adventure.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
You will stay 4 nights in a superior lodge nestled in the heart of the Amazon Jungle, offering private rooms and an immersive rainforest experience.
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Will there be a guide during the excursions?
Yes, excursions are conducted with expert English-speaking jungle guides.
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Are there any additional fees or equipment needed for the activities?
No, all necessary equipment and fees are included in the tour package.
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What activities are included in the tour?
The tour includes nature active adventures such as hiking, canopy walks, night safaris, and boat rides.
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes airport transfers and scenic boat rides along the Madre de Dios River.
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What kind of wildlife might I see during the tour?
You may see a variety of wildlife including giant river otters, blue and yellow macaws, red howler monkeys, black caimans, and the paiche fish. You may also see white-throated toucans, woodpeckers, trogons, squirrel monkeys, and three-toed sloths.
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What unique experiences are offered on the fourth day?
On the fourth day, you will learn about the importance of the Brazil nut tree, visit a cacao plantation to participate in the chocolate-making process, and enjoy an evening hike to observe nocturnal species.
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What happens on the last day of the tour?
On the last day, you will have breakfast and then transfer back to Puerto Maldonado by motorized canoe. You will have the option to visit the Butterfly House before being dropped off at the airport for your departing flight.
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What is the focus of the excursions on the third day?
On the third day, you will visit a native farm to learn about local cultivation techniques, explore a botanical garden to discover medicinal plants, and enjoy a Cocha excursion in a dugout canoe. You will also have the opportunity to try native fishing and learn about the history of the Fitzcarrald steam boat.
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What should I expect on the first day of the tour?
On the first day, you will be picked up from Puerto Maldonado Airport and transferred to the Butterfly House. You will then take a 30-minute boat ride to the lodge, enjoy a fresh Peruvian lunch, and take a walk around the lodge and its trails. In the evening, you will navigate by canoe along the Madre de Dios River to learn about its ecosystem and nocturnal animals.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour includes 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 4 dinners. Vegetarian options are available.
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Is there an age limit?
No! Most of our bamba travellers fall between the ages of 18 - 35, but everyone is young at heart and welcome to come experience the world with us! If you are between the ages of 18 and 118, we invite you to travel with bamba and have the time of your life! Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Most of our trips cater to the adventurous independent traveller. In fact, many of our travellers arrive on their own and quickly find that they easily meet like-minded people along the way at their hostels, on transportation, or during activities.
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Do I need travel insurance?
We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip, especially when travelling in developing countries. Bamba does not include travel insurance of any type.Your current medical insurance may cover part of your trip, so it is important for you to become familiar with your current coverage. We recommend purchasing additional travel insurance that provides coverage for medical emergencies, emergency evacuation and repatriation, lost or stolen items and unforeseen cancellations. If you plan to participate in activities such as white-water rafting, trekking, sand-buggy rides, etc please make sure they are included in your policy.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of bamba travel charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.