SUMMARY
Rainforest Tours 2 days
2-Day Rainforest Tours from Puerto Maldonado – Explore Lake Sandoval and the Tambopata Reserve
Just 10 kilometers from Puerto Maldonado Airport, Lake Sandoval awaits — one of the most beautiful and biodiverse lakes in the Amazon rainforest of Peru. Located in the Tambopata National Reserve, Lake Sandoval is a protected area and a hotspot for Amazonian wildlife. This pristine lake, often called “Elbow Lake,” is home to the rare giant river otters, as well as tapirs, howler monkeys, turtles, macaws, and caimans.
With over 362 species of birds, 1,200 types of butterflies, and countless other animals, this region offers a true immersion into Amazon biodiversity.
Your base during this 2-day adventure will be the Sandoval Lake Lodge, the only eco-lodge located right on the edge of the reserve. Overlooking the palm-lined waters of Lake Sandoval, the lodge provides:
- Fully screened rooms
- Hot water, fans, and electricity
- Delicious meals
- Expert naturalist guides
- Airport transfers from Puerto Maldonado
Day excursions include guided hikes into the Amazon jungle, boat rides in search of giant otters and colorful macaws, and night safaris to spot caimans under the moonlight. Built with sustainable materials and eco-friendly practices, the lodge is a model for responsible Amazon ecotourism.
Rainforest Tours 2 days
- Length: 2 Days/1 Nights
- Location: Southern Peru, Madre de Dios Department, Puerto Maldonado
- Type of service: Private or Group in the Travel
- Start Point : Pick-up from the Hotel/Airbnb/Aiport or Bus Terminal in Puerto Maldonado
- Ending Point: Drop off the Hotel/Airport or Bus Terminal in Puerto Maldonado
- Departure: Every Day
- Activities:Sunrise and Sunset Photography, Adventures –Night walk ,day walks, ride on Lake Sandoval in our rowing canoes, bird watching . -macaw clay lick
- Altitude: 182 – m.a.s.l.
- Best time to visit:March – November
Accomodation : - Meals .1 Breakfast /1 Lunch /1 Dinner
- Tour Guides Professional bilingual local guide (well-equipped with guiding gear)
- Minimum of participants: 2
Itinerary Rainforest Tours 2 Days
2-Day Amazon Rainforest Tour: Lake Sandoval Adventure
Tambopata National Reserve | Sandoval Lake Lodge
Day 1: Arrival Rainforest Tours – River Journey – Wildlife Canoe Tour
Arrival in Puerto Maldonado: Meet & greet at the airport/bus terminal. Transfer to our office to store large luggage.
River Transfer: Cruise the Madre de Dios River by motorized canoe. Spot turtles, monkeys, herons, and caimans.
Rainforest Hike: 3 km (~1 hour) guided walk to Lake Sandoval through pristine jungle.
Canoe Ride to Lodge: Paddle across the lake to Sandoval Lake Lodge. Check-in & lunch.
Afternoon Wildlife Tour: Explore the lake by canoe. Look for giant otters, hoatzins, caimans, and colorful birdlife.
Night Safari: Guided evening canoe trip to observe black caimans and nocturnal wildlife.
Overnight at Sandoval Lake Lodge
Day 2: Nature Walk – Return to Town
Early Visit to Macaw Palm Trees: See macaws and parrots
Breakfast at Lodge
Nature Walk: Discover more wildlife — monkeys, wild boars, and possibly a tapir or spectacled bear.
Lunch & Departure: Return across the lake and rainforest trail. Motorized canoe back to Puerto Maldonado.
Transfer to airport/bus terminal.
End of Tour – Memories of the Amazon in the amazon tour peru
ITINERARY
2-Day Rainforest Tour Itinerary – Lake Sandoval, Tambopata Reserve
Day 1: Puerto Maldonado – Sandoval Lake Lodge – Wildlife Canoe Tour
Upon arrival in Puerto Maldonado, our representative greets you at the airport or bus terminal and transfers you to our local office. Here, you may safely store large luggage and prepare your Amazon jungle adventure with only a daypack.
We then travel by motorized canoe down the Madre de Dios River, where you’ll spot wildlife such as turtles, monkeys, herons, and caimans en route to the Tambopata National Reserve checkpoint.
From there, enjoy a 3 km guided jungle walk (~1 hour) through pristine rainforest to reach the tranquil shores of Lake Sandoval. A short paddle canoe ride brings us to the Sandoval Lake Lodge, your eco-friendly Amazon base.
After lunch and lodge check-in, we return to the lake to observe giant river otters, black caimans, kingfishers, hoatzins (shansho), herons, and other exotic birds and reptiles.
At night, embark on a special evening caiman safari with our expert naturalist guide, who will explain the fascinating nocturnal behavior of these Amazon predators. bird watching
Overnight at Sandoval Lake Lodge.
Day 2: Macaw Palm Trees – Wildlife Watching – Return to Puerto Maldonado
We rise early for a magical visit the Palm Tree. Here, you’ll witness vibrant macaws and parrots gathering to feed on the mineral-rich palm clay — a vital part of their diet that aids digestion.
After breakfast back at the lodge, we set off on another nature walk to explore the incredible biodiversity of the Tambopata Reserve. With luck, you may spot monkeys, wild boars, tapirs, or even a spectacled bear. manu wildlife peru
Following lunch, we begin our journey back: paddle across Lake Sandoval, walk back through the forest to the river checkpoint, and board a motorized canoe to return to Puerto Maldonado. Retrieve your stored belongings at our office and transfer to the airport or bus station.
End of Service – Amazon Travel Peru | Sandoval Lake Lodge
INCLUDED (NOT)
Included in the Rainforest Tours 2 days :
- A professional naturalist Tour Guide;
- Motorboat transportation;
- Meals: 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, 1 dinner and drinking water (Please note: vegetarian option upon request for no extra cost);
- Accommodation: 1 nights in Sandoval Lake lodges;
- First aid kit, including a poison extractor, mosquito bite treatment and an antidote for a snake bite;
- Radio communications;
- Rubber boots.
Not included in the Rainforest Tours 2 days :
- Any flight nor airport departure taxes;
- Travel insurance;
- Vaccination;
- Entrance fee to the Sandoval Lake Reserve;
- Breakfast on the first day and Lunch on the last day;
- Drinks;
- Tips to local staff.
What to take with you to Rainforest Tours 2 days :
- Mosquito repellent (DEET 35 recommended as a MINIMUM!!),
- Original passport,
- Small backpack,
- Long sleeved cotton shirts (preferably green coloured),
- Long cotton trousers,
- Cotton long socks (to be put into your trousers),
- Comfortable walking shoes,
- Sandals or light shoes,
- Rain gear (e.g. rain poncho),
- Swimsuit;
- Binoculars (we also rent it),
- Camera and its charger,
- Plastic bags to be used for clothes and a camera,
- A hat as a protection against the Sun or rain,
- Toiletries,
- Small towel,
- Toilet paper,
- Sun cream,
- Sunglasses,
- Flashlight (with spare bulb and batteries),
- A bottled water (1 litre as a minimum),
- Pocket money (Soles) to buy some beverages and souvenirs
GALLERY LODGE
Discover the Heart of the Amazon with Tambopata Lodge Rainforest Tours
Set in the remote and pristine Amazon rainforest, the Tambopata Lodge offers a once-in-a-lifetime experience for nature lovers, birdwatchers, wildlife photographers, scientists, and adventure seekers alike. Located near the stunning Lake Sandoval in the Tambopata National Reserve, this eco-lodge is the perfect base for immersive Amazon jungle trips in Peru.
The lodge features rustic yet comfortable accommodations, first-class meals, and highly knowledgeable naturalist guides who ensure you experience the full wonder of the tropical rainforest. Guests can choose from a wide variety of guided activities, including:
Jungle treks through the Amazon
- Peaceful dugout canoe safaris on Lake Sandoval
- Canopy walks above the rainforest treetops
One of the major highlights is the 43-meter-high observation tower, camouflaged within the jungle canopy. From this incredible vantage point, you can spot howler monkeys, three-toed sloths, macaws, parakeets, hoatzin (shansho), kingfishers, caimans, giant butterflies, and countless other species that thrive in the Sandoval Lake area.
This unforgettable adventure is Amazon ecotourism at its best—a chance to connect with nature, explore untouched rainforest, and witness wildlife in its natural habitat
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Experience Tambopata rainforest tours at Lake Sandoval with jungle walks, canopy towers, and dugout canoe safaris. Stay at a rustic Amazon lodge with expert guides.
