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The remote, pristine setting of Tambopata Lodge rainforest tours is a haven for nature lovers, birdwatchers, scientists and adventure seekers. The lodge provides rustic accommodation, first-class meals and expert guides to help you fully enjoy the
wonders of the tropical rainforest. There is a wide range of activities to choose from, including jungle walks, dugout-canoe safaris and canopy walks. A real highlight of the lodge is the camouflaged, 43-metre high observation tower in
sandoval lake – expect to see howler monkeys, sloths, macaws, parakeets, hoatzin, kingfishers, caiman, giant butterflies, and a whole host of other wildlife in sandoval lake. This special adventure is the Amazon at its very best for jungle trips!.
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Sandoval Lake Lodge 2 days: The remote, pristine setting of Tambopata Lodge is a haven for nature lovers, birdwatchers, scientists and adventure seekers. The lodge provides rustic accommodation, first-class meals and expert guides to help you fully enjoy the wonders of the tropical rainforest. There is a wide range of activities to choose from, including jungle walks, dugout-canoe safaris and canopy walks. A real highlight of the lodge is the camouflaged, 43-metre high observation tower in sandoval lake – expect to see howler monkeys, sloths, macaws, parakeets, hoatzin, kingfishers, caiman, giant butterflies, and a whole host of other wildlife in sandoval lake. This special adventure is the Amazon at its very best for jungle trips!.
Leaving civilization behind, we venture deep into the Amazon Jungle. Travelling by boat along the Tambopata and Heath Rivers, we cross the Bolivian frontier to the Heath River Lodge, gateway to the largest uninhabited, unhunted rainforest in the Amazon. With a unique combination of savannah and dense jungle, there are opportunities to spot all manner of monkeys and an astonishing number of colourful parrots and other birdlife, as well as tapir, capybara and even jaguar. The Macaw clay lick is amazing in tambopata tours and sandoval lake lodge. Returning to Peru, we make our way by boat to the Sandoval Lake. Here we walk through the jungle in search of sloth and howler monkeys, before taking to canoes. The late afternoon brings the lake to life – you’ll see giant otters, spider monkeys and a unique array of birdlife. Our final night is spent at the Sandoval Lake Lodge, before we return to Puerto Maldonado.
ITINERARY TAMBOPATA LODGE – SANDOVAL LAKE LODGE
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Tours Day 1: Puerto Maldonado to Sandoval Lake Lodge
Tours Day 2: See Macaws Palm Trees – Then back to Puerto Maldonado
TOURS DAY 1:
You are welcomed and pick-up from the airport/coach terminal of Puerto Maldonado by our Representative to take you to our office where you can leave your larger baggage which is not necessary for the trip, but you will need to bring a backpack for changes of clothing and personal items. Then, we transfer you to a local port where you board a motorboat and navigate down the Madre de Dios River. On the way, we observe various mammal species such as turtles, birds, lizards, monkeys, turtles, caimans, etc., until we reach a checkpoint of the Sandoval Lake Reserve and after passing a check, we start walking for 5 km (1 and half to 2 hours) to reach Sandoval in Amazon Travel Lake where we take a canoe bringing us to the Sandoval Lake Lodge.
There, we accommodate ourselves and after lunch, we return sailing the lake in a canoe to see its typical inhabitants – giant river otters, black caimans, a prehistoric bird shansho, herons, cormorants, kingfisher, etc. Then, we return to the lodge for dinner to later get back to the lake again, and this time to undertake an evening caiman observation, as caimans are nocturnal animals. Our professional naturalist Tour Guide shows and explains us about these animals. We overnight in the Sandoval lake lodge.
TOURS DAY 2:
Today, we wake up very early go to the surroundings of the Sandoval Lake where huge number of various palms grow in its water creating an area of marsh. This place is called Collpa de Palmeras MACAW PALM TREE tree and it attracts various macaw species and other parrots to eat sawdust of its palms as it contains sodium, calcium, potassium and other minerals helping them to digest. Then, we go back to the lodge to be given breakfast. Later, we take a trip going to observe stunning flora and fauna of the Sandoval Lake Reserve in Amazon Travel.
We can appreciate monkeys, deer, wild boars, tapirs or spectacled bears, just to name a few. We return to the Sandoval lake lodge for lunch. Afterwards, we get ready for a return boarding a canoe again to sail over the Sandoval Lake followed by a walk to the checkpoint and from there sailing the Madre de Dios River by a motorboat towards Puerto Maldonado. We pick our baggage up in our office and then, we are transferred either to the airport or the coach terminal.
End of service amazon travel – sandoval lake lodge.
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Select Experiences are private adventures that reveal the essence of a destination through cultural and active discoveries Amazon Trips Tambopata . These private and independent explorations offer you insider access to enjoy a city or region and give you the freedom of a flexible itinerary for jungle trips. Choose your preferred departure date and experience Selects on their own or as a complement to other travel.
-Our hostel is located in the Tambopata National Reserve, 4 hours away from the city of Puerto Maldonado, travel in our 4 by 4 vehicle and then by outboard boat up the river from the Tambopata National Park. Our hostel has private rooms, showers, bathrooms and mosquito nets, single, double, triple, quadruple and matrimonial rooms.
We have other special services such as bungalows,
Our hostel is rustic with typical constructions of the jungle, as the roofs are covered with palm leaves, when using these it is cooler during the dry seasons .
Flight to Puerto Maldonado, and journey to the Amazon Trips Tambopta lodge. Following your morning flight to Puerto Maldonado from Lima or Cusco, you will be met at the airport by your naturalist guide and transferred to a dugout canoe for the trip
up the Tambopata River to the lodge. On the journey the vegetation changes from colonized deforested areas to virgin rain forest. A box-lunch is provided on board. On arrival you’ll have a welcome drink and meet the rest of the
staff. In the late afternoon you set off for an introductory walk into the “terra firme” forest behind the lodge (Trail 2), dominated by giant Brazil-nut and Dipteryx trees. Frequently seen mammals on this trail are Saddle-back
Tamarinds, Brown Capuchins, Agoutis, Pacas, Blue-Morpho butterflies, Trogons, Toucans and many other species of birds. After dinner a night walk to find nocturnal animals or insects by the eye-shine a specialization for increasing the light and see better, about 50% of the animals are nocturnal in the rainforest.
After an early breakfast you and your nature guide will board the motorized canoe once again for the short journey to the trail head to begin a morning’s exploration by foot and paddle canoe of the lake system of Condenado, rich in
bird and aquatic life. A family of Giant Otters lives in the vicinity of the lake and are often observed. Birds abound especially Rufescent Tiger-herons, Great Egrets, Wattled Jacanas, Hoatzin, the noisy Donacobius and many others.
Remember to bring your hat and sun cream for there is no shade out on the water. You will return to the lodge in time for lunch. The afternoon is for exploring the forest close to the lodge (with or without your guide), relaxing and
bathing in the Gallucunca, a cool clear stream beside the lodge or visit our tree platforms, going up with ropes and harnesses for a bird’s eye view of the forest and for close-ups of arboreal orchids and the many other species of plants
and animals that are never seen near the ground (extra cost). After dark you will go searching for caiman (alligators) and other nocturnal animals by motorized canoe along the Tambopata River. (B, L, D).
After an early breakfast you will take a short boat ride down river to the trail head. Here you embark on a longer trail which leads to a spectacular hidden lake, requiring the crossing of streams and swampy ground, past the giant Lupuna trees (kings of the jungle) which abound in this part of the forest. On the walk you are introduced to more aspects of the forest and its animals. At the lake itself it is possible to spot the elusive Black Caiman and Giant Otters. We return for lunch. The afternoon is free for relaxation and bathing (B, L, D)
Time to return to the city of Puerto Maldonado is scheduled according to flight time of the group. In the mornings you can see the wildlife that is particularly active at this time, are frequently heard howler monkeys or stop. Your
guide will give support to his arrival in Puerto Maldonado and will relocate to the airport and assist you on your flight.. (B).
Any number of extra days at the lodge, in addition to the above mentioned program, is possible. These can be guided or unguided according to your preference and interests. During these days you can either, explore the
trail system in more depth, going further a field along trails not visited before; repeat the lake visits accompanying other groups, giving you more time to wonder/paddle in your favorite areas; visit our tree
platforms, going up with ropes and harnesses for a bird’s eye view of the forest and for close-ups of arboreal orchids and the many other species of plants and animals that are never seen near the ground or at dawn
when the main activity of the forest begin with a sun rise. (Extra cost); Full board is included during each of these days.
The Tambopata Macaw Project is a long-term multidisciplinary study of the natural history, conservation and management of large macaws clay lick and parrots to Rainforest Tambopata EcoLodge . The main topics of study include monitoring and observation of macaws nests, increasing survival rates of younger scarlet macaw chicks,
documenting patterns of clay lick use by large macaws and other parrots, and documenting and understanding the impact of tourism on macaw clay licks. Since Dr. Donald Brighsmith’s incorporation to the project in 1998, the project has become one of the world’s foremost studies on wild macaws.
The Tambopata Macaw project has been working hard to understand the links between the clay lick, nesting, tree phenology (flowering and fruiting) and the movements of parrots in and out of the area. Over a thousand mornings of clay lick observation and literally hundreds of thousands of registrations may be the largest set of parrot data ever assembled. We have come a long way in understanding these interactions and now have a much better idea of what drives the annual life cycles of the macaws and parrots in Tambopata. A summary of our new findings is presented in this paper.
Flight to Puerto Maldonado, and journey to the lodge. Following your morning flight to Puerto Maldonado from Lima or Cusco, you will be met at the airport by your naturalist guide to Rainforest Tambopata EcoLodge and transferred to a dugout canoe for the trip up the Tambopata River to the lodge. On the journey the vegetation changes from colonized deforested areas to virgin rain forest. A box-lunch is provided on board. On arrival you’ll have a welcome drink and meet the rest of the staff. In the late afternoon you set off for an introductory walk into the “terra firme” forest behind the lodge (Trail 2), dominated by giant Brazil-nut and Dipteryx trees. Frequently seen mammals on this trail are Saddle-back Tamarinds, Brown Capuchins, Agoutis, Pacas, Blue-Morpho butterflies, Trogons, Toucans and many other species of birds. After dinner a night walk to find nocturnal animals or insects by the eye-shine a specialization for increasing the light and see better, about 50% of the animals are nocturnal in the rainforest. (L, D).
After breakfast you return to the canoe to continue the journey upstream, a further 4 hrs, to an area deep within the Reserve National where the isolated Collpa is situated. The Collpa is actually one of the large clay cliffs lining the Tambopata River in this area. After lunch you and your guide have the afternoon to explore the trail system in the area. Camping on the beach near the Collpa. (B,L,D). All camping gear is provided by us.
Visit the Collpa and return to Tambopata Eco Lodge. A pre-dawn start is needed to get to the clay-lick before the birds. They arrive in search of minerals and salts and the digestive properties of the clay particles themselves. On average several hundred Macaws and smaller parrots visit the clay-lick daily, including Scarlet, Blue and Yellow, Red and Green, and Chestnut-fronted and Blue-headed parrots, among others. This clay-lick is considered one of the largest in the world. Following a late morning hike and lunch we return down river to the lodge. At night you will go searching for Caiman (alligators) and other nocturnal animals by canoe along the Tambopata River. Night in the Tambopata Eco Lodge. (B,L,D).
Time to return to the city of Puerto Maldonado is scheduled according to flight time of the group. In the mornings you can see the wildlife that is particularly active at this time, are frequently heard howler monkeys or stop. Your guide will give support to his arrival in Puerto Maldonado and will relocate to the airport and assist you on your flight.
Any number of extra days in the vicinity of the Collpa, over and above the aforementioned program, is possible. These can be guided or unguided according to your preference and interests. During these days you can either; explore the trail system in more depth, going further a field along trails not visited before; visit a small lake hidden amongst the trees with a floating viewing platform situated in it; take a trip up river to explore a clear forest stream teeming with fish. Full board is included during each of these days.
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The Amazon Region, being located in the north eastern sector of the Peruvian Amazon Rainforest , near the
equatorial line and in an area of transition between the Andes and the Amazonian plain, presents diverse gradients
of ecological floors that give origin to a varied mosaic of ecosystems and life zones that harbor a great diversity of
species of flora and fauna considered endemic and of high value and priority for conservation at a regional, national
and global level (Manu National Park, Tambopata Reservation, Lake Sandoval Reserve).
However, the ecological crisis that our planet is currently going through is threatening to deteriorate all this natural
wealth. The ecological crisis, being a global process, has led to an intense debate on environmental problems,
promoting a series of agreements and international commitments with the aim of reducing and cushioning these risks – Tambopata lodge.
The Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), signed by Peru, has guided the adoption of policies for the
conservation and sustainable use of biological diversity in the form of national strategies. Due to the importance of
the Amazon for national and global biodiversity, the process of preparation of the Regional Strategy for Amazonian
Biological Diversity within the framework of the National Strategy for Biological Diversity, which was promoted by
the Focal Points of the Amazonian departments of Loreto, Ucayali, San Martín and Madre de Dios – Puerto Maldonado –
of this process and the environmental reality in the Amazon region, the Regional Government and the BIODAMAZ project, considered a prior need a similar process of awareness in relation to the resources of biodiversity regional,
which results in proposals for policies and activities to guide the conservation and sustainable use of resources in the
region of our Peruvian Amazon.
In this way, Amazonas initiates the process for the elaboration of its Regional Strategy of Biological Diversity, that
can be defined as the management tool that will serve to guide, order and prioritize the actions leading to the
achievement of the objectives for the conservation and sustainable use of the biodiversity .
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La Región Amazonas, al estar ubicada en el sector nor oriental del territorio peruano, próxima a la línea ecuatorial y en una zona de transición entre los Andes y el llano amazónico, presenta diversas gradientes de pisos ecológicos que dan origen a un mosaico variado de ecosistemas y zonas de vida que albergan una gran diversidad de especies de flora y fauna consideradas endémicas y de alto valor y prioridad para la conservación a nivel regional, nacional y global (parque nacional del manu, tambopata reserva, lago sandoval reserva).
Sin embargo, la crisis ecológica por la que viene atravesando en la actualidad nuestro planeta está amenazando con deteriorar toda esta riqueza natural. La crisis ecológica, al ser un proceso global, ha dado lugar a un intenso debate sobre los problemas ambientales, impulsando una serie de acuerdos y compromisos internacionales con la finalidad de reducir y amortiguar estos riesgos – Tambopata lodge.
El Convenio sobre la Diversidad Biológica (CDB), suscrito por el Peru Amazon, ha orientado la aprobación de políticas para la conservación y el uso sostenible de la diversidad biológica en la forma de estrategias nacionales. Debido a la importancia de la Amazonía para la biodiversidad nacional y global, se inicia también el proceso de elaboración de la Estrategia Regional de la Diversidad Biológica Amazónica en el marco de la Estrategia Nacional de la Diversidad Biológica, la que fue impulsada por los Puntos Focales de los departamentos amazónicos de Loreto, Ucayali, San Martín y Madre de Dios – Puerto Maldonado – Tambopata tours.
Conocedores de este proceso y de la realidad ambiental en la región Amazonas, el Gobierno Regional y el proyecto BIODAMAZ, consideraron de necesidad prioritaria un proceso similar de toma de conciencia en relación a los recursos de la biodiversidad regional, que tenga como resultado propuestas de políticas y actividades para orientar la conservación y el uso sostenible de los recursos en la región de nuestro amazonas peruana.
De esta forma, Amazonas inicia el proceso para la elaboración de su Estrategia Regional de Diversidad Biológica, que puede ser definida como la herramienta de gestión que servirá para orientar, ordenar y priorizar las acciones conducentes al logro de los objetivos para la conservación y aprovechamiento sostenible de la biodiversidad y para lograr el desarrollo sostenible de la región, promoviendo la distribución justa y equitativa de los beneficios, entre los actores de la sociedad Amazon ense, El presente documento contiene un sumario de la situación de la diversidad biológica de la región Amazonas, y está dividido en nueve temas significativos. En ellos se analiza el estado situacional de los diferentes aspectos de esta diversidad, concluyendo con un análisis FODA que sirve como base para la construcción del marco estratégico y permite priorizar algunas líneas de trabajo con tambopata lodge.
Entre los datos importantes se tiene que Amazonas es una región privilegiada en la que se encuentran 21 zonas de vida de un total de 84 que ocurren en el país. Según los estudios de evaluación del Estado de Conservación de las Ecoregiones Terrestres de América Latina (WWF–Banco Mundial, 1995), el tipo principal de ecosistema que se encuentra en Amazonas es el de Bosques Tropicales de Hoja Ancha, que contiene a su vez tres tipos principales de hábitats: Bosques Húmedos Tropicales de Hoja Ancha; Bosques Secos Tropicales de Hoja Ancha y Pastizales Montanos, pertenecientes a las biorregiones Amazonía, Andes Centrales y Norte de los Andes. Adicionalmente, los estudios demuestran que en Amazonas se encuentran seis ecorregiones: Yungas Peruanas (30%), Bosques Montanos de la Cordillera Real Oriental (26%), Bosques Húmedos del Río Ucayali (16%), Bosques Húmedos del Río Napo (14%), Bosques Secos del Marañón (10%), y Páramo de la Cordillera Central (4%) en nuestra selva peruana.
El marco estratégico de la Estrategia Regional de Diversidad Biológica de Amazonas ha sido elaborado en un proceso participativo en Peru, donde los involucrados han contribuido con la construcción de una visión concertada sobre diversidad biológica para la región y con objetivos claros que contribuyan a alcanzar dicha visión, los cuales se presentan a continuación.
Visión en la Region Amazonas:
Al 2021, la Región Amazonas valora su identidad amazónica-andina, y sustenta su desarrollo en el conocimiento, Conservación y uso sostenible de su biodiversidad de la selva peruana. Desarrolla actividades económicas sostenibles y articula las expresiones culturales ancestrales con el conocimiento universal lo que contribuye a elevar la calidad de vida de su población que viven dentro de la amazonia peruana.
Misión en la Region Amazonas:
La sociedad amazonense, liderada por el Gobierno Regional, promueve el uso de técnicas y políticas para la gestión de la biodiversidad, fortaleciendo las iniciativas locales, integrándolas a los procesos regionales, nacionales y globales. Implementa su Estrategia de Diversidad Biológica, desarrolla capacidades integrales, y defiende y difunde su biodiversidad para que el uso sostenible de sus recursos conlleve a mejorar el bienestar de su población
Objetivo general de la estrategia en la region amazonas:
Conservar y aprovechar sosteniblemente la diversidad biológica de la región Amazonas para su desarrollo sostenible, promoviendo la distribución justa y equitativa de los beneficios derivados entre todos los agentes involucrados.
Objetivos específicos de la region amazonas:
El Peru Amazon es uno de los doce países megadiversos del mundo. Su territorio alberga una gran cantidad de recursos naturales en diferentes formas, especialmente diversidad biológica, que constituyen un entorno especial ante el cual la respuesta del hombre ha sido la generación de una gran diversidad cultural, expresada a lo largo de todo el territorio nacional (parque nacional del manu, tambopata reserva, lago sandoval reserva). Por esta razón, es de suma importancia para cada uno de los habitantes conocer, valorar y aprovechar los recursos de una manera sostenida, procurando guardar siempre la armonía en la relación hombre – naturaleza con viajes a la selva. Últimamente esta relación ha sido quebrada por acciones antrópicas, que están causando una preocupante pérdida de dichos recursos de la selva peruana. Actualmente, restablecer el equilibrio debe ser prioridad en la agenda de los actores (gobiernos, productores, instituciones, etc.), considerando el contexto de que la degradación ambiental traerá consigo empobrecimiento a la población en general en la amazonia peruana – Macaw clay lick chuncho.
A partir de un esfuerzo mundial y nacional se han desarrollado actividades para el establecimiento de políticas concertadas, las que están siendo asumidas por los líderes de cada lugar. En el Peru Amazon, la región Amazonas no podía quedar fuera de contexto, y con el apoyo de varias organizaciones, el Gobierno Regional de Amazonas asumió el reto de conducir un proceso para la elaboración de una Estrategia Regional de Diversidad Biológica, con la participación de todos los interesados en el tema, especialmente de los que tienen en sus manos el destino de los recursos, para la formulación de acciones estratégicas, que permitan orientar los caminos y llegar al ansiado desarrollo sostenible – tambopata lodge.
El resultado de este proceso ha sido muy alentador. La motivación de las organizaciones y de la población regional se ha manifestado a través de contribuciones e ideas para dar solución a los diversos problemas identificados por ellos mismos, estableciendo acuerdos y compromisos con el fin de restablecer el equilibrio hombre – naturaleza y mejorar la calidad de vida de la población amazonense – sandoval lake lodge.
1.1 DIVERSIDAD BIOLÓGICA EN LA AMAZONIA:
La diversidad biológica o biodiversidad es la variabilidad de organismos vivos de cualquier fuente incluidos todos ecosistemas terrestres, marinos y otros ecosistemas acuáticos, la diversidad de especies, de genes, y todos los complejos ecológicos de los que forman parte. (Convenio sobre Diversidad Biológica, 1992). Otras definiciones importantes son:
Diversidad genética: variabilidad dentro de cada especie, medida por la variación de genes (unidades químicas de información hereditaria, transmitida de una generación a otra) de una especie, subespecie, variedad o híbrido.
Diversidad de especies: variación de especies sobre la tierra. Se mide a escala local, regional o global. Así, la diversidad de especies de nuestros bosques se expresa por la variedad taxonómica de aves, anfibios, mamíferos, mariposas, reptiles, peces, insectos, etc.
Diversidad de ecosistemas: comunidad de organismos en su ambiente físico interactuando como una unidad ecológica. Comprende diferentes tipos de hábitats, de paisajes y de procesos ecológicos.
Diversidad cultural: diferentes culturas vivas (de pueblos indígenas u otros) que aprovechan selectivamente los recursos y propagan algunos de ellos artificialmente, poseen además conocimientos importantes sobre uso, propiedades y técnicas de manejo.
1.2 ESTRATEGIA DE LA DIVERSIDAD BIOLÓGICA PARA AMAZONAS:
Una estrategia es una herramienta muy usada en la planificación, que sirve para orientar, ordenar y priorizar acciones conducentes al logro de objetivos propuestos. En temas de diversidad biológica, la Ley Nº 26839, sobre la Conservación y el Aprovechamiento Sostenible de la Diversidad Biológica, en su Artículo 7º, declara a la Estrategia Nacional de Diversidad Biológica (ENDB), como la principal herramienta de planificación a nivel nacional, especialmente para el cumplimiento de los objetivos del CDB, del cual Perú es signatario – Tambopata lodge.
La Ley manifiesta que las estrategias, programas y planes de la ENDB deben formularse de manera participativa, incluyendo sus resultados con orden prioritario en las políticas de desarrollo. La ENDB se convirtió en el marco fundamental para la creación de estrategias más caracterizadas, dando origen a la Estrategia Regional de la Diversidad Biológica Amazónica (ERDBA) publicada en el año 2001, y cuyo desarrollo, sumado al posterior proceso de descentralización nacional hizo posible identificar que si bien algunos de los procesos corresponden al ámbito amazónico, la mayor parte de su implementación debe realizarse a nivel local, lo que evidencia la necesidad de elaboración de estrategias departamentales con planes de acción específicos y adaptados para cada región pertenecientes al amazonas en el Peru.
De esta forma se propone la elaboración de la Estrategia Regional de Diversidad Biológica de Amazonas (ERDB Amazonas), basada en la estrategia amazónica, que servirá de herramienta orientadora de actividades enfocadas no sólo a revertir los procesos de deterioro de los recursos de la biodiversidad, sino también a orientar el aprovechamiento de los bienes y servicios que dichos recursos proporcionan para los habitantes de la Amazonía peruana.
Cabe señalar que este proceso esta respaldado en la Ley Orgánica de Regiones (Ley Nº 27867, modificada con Ley Nº 27902 en su artículo 53º inciso “c”), que confiere a los gobiernos regionales atribuciones para formular, coordinar, conducir y supervisar la aplicación de las Estrategias Regionales de Diversidad Biológica dentro del marco de la Estrategia Nacional respectiva. En este proceso, los principales actores con responsabilidad de elaborar e implementar la estrategia son: el gobierno regional, los gobiernos locales, el sector público, el sector privado, las organizaciones de base, las organizaciones no gubernamentales (ONG), los inversionistas nacionales y extranjeros, las organizaciones políticas, la cooperación internacional, las instituciones educativas, los institutos de investigación, los colegios profesionales, las cámaras de comercio y turismo, los medios de comunicación, y la población de Amazonas en el Peru.
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Your Gateway to the Amazon
Lodge Refuge at Sandoval Lake is nestled in the heart of the Amazon, just a 3 km walk from Puerto Maldonado. Located within the stunning Tambopata National Reserve , this lodge offers an unparalleled opportunity to explore a thriving natural habitat, teeming with Tour Wildlife,
Sandoval Lake creates a vibrant ecosystem that supports a diverse array of species. Visitors frequently spot birds, sloths, monkeys, and various mammals around the lodge and the lake. This area boasts one of the most extensive and biologically diverse ecosystems on the planet.
The Tambopata National Reserve (RNTAMB) is home to an impressive 1,260 species of vertebrates. Here are some
highlights:
Amphibians: 93 species across 31 genera and 9 families
Birds: 648 species from 388 genera and 60 families
Mammals: 108 species belonging to 85 genera and 28 families
Fish: 323 species spread over 205 genera and 39 families
The richness of RNTAMB’s fauna not only features an extensive variety of species but also includes many threatened ones. National legislation categorizes 32 species as threatened, while the International Union for
57 amphibians
629 birds
102 mammals
16 fish
26 reptiles
Additionally, the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) recognizes 88 species under various threat categories within RNTAMB.
The climate in Tambopata features a humid subtropical forest with an average annual temperature of 26°C. Temperatures can fluctuate between 7.1°C and 38°C. Cold Antarctic winds occasionally reach the Amazon basin, particularly during June and July, causing cooler temperatures, known locally as “friaje.”
During September and October, you can expect maximum temperatures to rise to 38°C. Annual rainfall ranges from 1,600 mm to 2,400 mm, with peak rainfall occurring from December to March. Transition months include April, May, and October to November, while the drier months are June through September.
Choosing Lodge Refuge at Sandoval Lake means immersing yourself in a unique ecological experience while enjoying comfortable accommodations. Whether you’re an avid birdwatcher or a nature enthusiast, this destination offers something for everyone.
Ready to explore the wonders of the Amazon? Book your stay at Lodge Refuge today and embark on an unforgettable adventure!
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Explore the breathtaking beauty of the Tambopata Amazon Rainforest, home to the renowned Macaw Clay Licks—a natural spectacle of vibrant colors, fascinating wildlife behaviors, and pristine rainforest landscapes. From observing macaws and parrots in their natural habitat to thrilling expeditions, this journey offers a deep dive into Amazonian biodiversity.
The Ecological Role of Clay Licks
Macaw clay licks, locally known as “Colpas” in the Quechua language, are naturally occurring clay-rich riverbanks where parrots, macaws, and other animals gather to consume soil. This behavior helps neutralize toxins found in their diet of seeds, fruits, and leaves, while providing essential minerals like sodium.
These clay walls are found along rivers in Tambopata and Manu.
Daily gatherings attract dozens to hundreds of birds, creating a dazzling spectacle of color and sound.
Predators like hawks and eagles often patrol these sites, adding a layer of survival drama to the scene.
Wildlife Behaviors at Macaw Clay Licks
At the clay licks, species such as large macaws, parrots, and parakeets form distinct size-based groups:
Large Macaws: Scarlet, Blue-and-Yellow, and Green-winged macaws dominate.
Medium-Sized Parrots: Amazon parrots and small macaws like Red-bellied macaws often share space.
Small Parakeets: The smallest species form flocks with a higher flight response to predators.
Interestingly, false alarms—where flocks flee without a visible threat—are common, particularly among smaller birds, highlighting their heightened vigilance against predation.
Research suggests that mixed-species groups at clay licks tend to Lodge Refuge – Sandoval Lakehave homogeneous coloration. For example:
Large macaws display red, blue, green, and yellow hues, creating a visual harmony.
Smaller parrots and parakeets are predominantly green, blending seamlessly into the rainforest.
This visual uniformity may reduce predation risk, as predators tend to target individuals that stand out.
Located deep in the Tambopata National Reserve, the Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick is one of the most spectacular clay licks in the Amazon. Visitors can expect to see dozens of macaws, parrots, and other wildlife species early in the morning when activity peaks.
Refugio Sandoval Lake Resort está ubicado en el corazón de la reserva peruana de Tambopata en la Amazonía, a aproximadamente 12 km. Bajando el río ya 3 km. caminando, lejos de Puerto Maldonado, en el corazón de la Reserva Nacional Tambopata, rodeado de un refugio natural para la vida silvestre, el lago Sandoval crea un hábitat para diferentes especies de aves, perezosos, monos y otros mamíferos que se ven a menudo alrededor del albergue y el lago sandoval.
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Tambopata National Reserve -Location, extension and limits in jungle trips – The Tambopata National Reserve:
The RNTAMB is located southeast of the Madre de Dios Region, in the Tambopata National Reserve and Inambari districts of the province of Tambopata tours, on an area of 274,690.00 ha, as shown below:
Its political location of the Tambopata National Reserve is:
The RNTAMB – tambopata tours where it limits by the north with the province of Tambopata of the Madre de Dios Region; in the east with Bolivia; in the south with the Bahuaja Sonene National Park and in the west with the Kotsimba Native Community in jungle trips.
The Buffer Zone of the RNTAMB – Tambopata tours established by Land Resolution Nº 298-2001-INRENA, covers from the Native Community of Kotsimba to the Heath River and has an extension of 186,450 ha (Map 3). The description of the limits of the ZA – AMAZON JUNGLE,
In the country and specifically in the area of the RNTAMB tambopata reserva, several conservation initiatives are known, which seek to implement a system of protected natural areas, through the integration and complementation of conservation areas, management, among others; that contribute to ensure connectivity between spaces at a higher level in amazon jungle.
Currently, the establishment and recognition of the Regional Conservation Areas (ACR) and Private Areas (ACP), such as Habana Rural Inn, Refugio K’erenda Homet, Bahuaja, and Tutusima with an extension of 74.19 ha. tambopata tours; they demonstrate the growing interest of many people and institutions in conserving and recovering natural environments and generating interconnection spaces for the system and the region. Below are detailed cross-border initiatives between Peru and Bolivia.
The meetings had two stages; The first stage was informative and it
explained the background, description of activities, exposure of the
importance of the Master Plan. The second stage was to receive the
contributions of the actors and jointly develop the SWOT analysis and build the vision of the ANP.
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La RNTAMB se encuentra ubicada al sureste de la Región Madre de Dios, en los distritos de Tambopata e Inambari de la provincia de Tambopata tours, sobre una superficie de 274 690,00 ha, como se muestra a continuación:
Su ubicación política de la Reserva Nacional Tambopata es:
La RNTAMB – tambopata tours donde limita por el norte con la provincia de Tambopata de la Región Madre de Dios; por el este con Bolivia; por el sur con el Parque Nacional Bahuaja Sonene y por el oeste con la Comunidad Nativa Kotsimba en jungle trips.
La Zona de Amortiguamiento de la RNTAMB – Tambopata tours establecida mediante Resolución Jefatural Nº 298–2001-INRENA, abarca desde la Comunidad Nativa de Kotsimba hasta el río Heath y cuenta con una extensión de 186 450 ha (Mapa 3). La descripción de los límites de la ZA – AMAZON JUNGLE,
En el país y específicamente en el ámbito de la RNTAMB tambopata reserva, se conocen varias iniciativas de conservación, las cuales buscan implementar un sistema de áreas naturales protegidas, a través de la integración y complementación de áreas de conservación, manejo, entre otras; que contribuyan a asegurar la conectividad entre espacios a un nivel mayor en amazon jungle.
Actualmente el establecimiento y reconocimiento de las Áreas de Conservación Regionales (ACR) y Privadas (ACP), como Habana Rural Inn, Refugio K’erenda Homet, Bahuaja, y Tutusima con una extensión de 74,19 ha. tambopata tours; demuestran el creciente interés de muchas personas e instituciones en conservar y recuperar ambientes naturales y generar espacios de interconexión para el sistema y la región. A continuación se detallan iniciativas a nivel transfronterizo entre Peru y Bolivia.
El Corredor de Conservación Vilcabamba-Amboró (CCVA), se encuentra dentro de una de las 25 zonas de protección mundial, en el “hotspot” Andes Tropicales. Es considerada una de las regiones más diversas del mundo y de más alto nivel de endemismo, incluye actualmente 17 áreas naturales protegidas establecidas, siete en Bolivia y diez de ellas en el Perú, que se encuentran ubicadas en las Regiones de Junín, Cusco, Puno y Madre de Dios (CI 2003; Céspedes 2003, SERNANP 2011), sin contar una ACR y las nueve ACP.
El núcleo del CCVA es el complejo formado por la Reserva Nacional Tambopata, el Parque Nacional Bahuaja Sonene, en Peru y el Parque Nacional Madidi, en Bolivia. La ubicación geográfica y biológica de estas Áreas Naturales Protegidas las sitúa en un lugar estratégico para la promoción y establecimiento de alianzas e iniciativas binacionales para su gestión y fortalecimiento. Pese al gran aporte que esta iniciativa representa no se han implementado acciones para consolidar dicho corredor (Mapa 4: Corredor de Conservación Vilcabamba-Amboró).
El Complejo de Conservación Madidi – Manu (MMCC por sus siglas en inglés) comprende una extensión de más de 19 millones de hectáreas donde se realizan diferentes tipos de uso de tierra. Comprende áreas naturales protegidas, territorios indígenas, concesiones de conservación, concesiones forestales, de castaña, de oro y otros productos, así como tierras agrícolas, ganaderas, de turismo y bajo otras actividades productivas – amazon jungle trips.
Todas éstas caen dentro de múltiples jurisdicciones, desde el nivel municipal hasta el nacional. El Consorcio MMCC, conformado por WCS, ACA, FONDAM y SPDA está implementando un programa transfronterizo para promover la conservación de la biodiversidad y el uso sostenible de los recursos renovables en el MMCC, así como la creación de una visión común de conservación y desarrollo sostenible en la región, bajo la Iniciativa para la Conservación de la Amazonia Andina (ICAA) de USAID (WCS 2011, extraído de USAID 2010 tambopata tours).
El proceso de actualización del Plan Maestro de la Reserva Nacional Tambopata fue liderado por el jefe del ANP, acompañado por el Comité de Gestión. Para la elaboración, del documento se contó con el apoyo del ejecutor del Contrato de Administración (CA), el cual propició la participación de los especialistas del ANP y del CA – tambopata jungle trips. El trabajo se desarrolló con el enfoque ecosistémico y de manejo de cuencas, incluyendo los aspectos culturales y sostenibilidad y género, sustentado en un proceso participativo, concertado y representativo de los actores clave vinculados a la gestión de las Áreas Naturales Protegidas.
Para la elaboración del presente proceso de actualización del Plan Maestro, se ha realizado la recopilación de información preexistente del ANP – tambopata trips, con participación y apoyo del personal de la Reserva y del CA. Se revisaron los documentos de gestión, informes, publicaciones, entre otros. Una limitación del proceso fue la elevada rotación de personal que conocía de las labores desarrolladas e implementadas; habiendo alguna sistematización de las mismas, pero no pudo ser recopilada información de primera mano (documentos), para la realización de una evaluación de metas y logros en la implementación del Plan Maestro y su Comité de Gestión en amazon jungle trips.
Talleres con actores en amazon tambopata:
1. Reuniones con centros poblados, asociaciones, Comunidades Nativas, operadores de turismo, instituciones públicas y privadas:
Las reuniones tuvieron dos etapas; la primera etapa fue informativa y en ella se explicaron los antecedentes, descripción de actividades, exposición de la importancia del Plan Maestro. La segunda etapa fue para recibir los aportes de los actores y elaborar de forma conjunta el análisis FODA y construir la visión del ANP.
2. Reuniones del componente programático para tambopata tours:
Reuniones en las que se realizó la revisión del Plan Maestro, Planes Operativos, documentos de gestión, avances en programas y tareas asignadas. También se consideraron propuestas y estrategias para la implementación del plan, planificando talleres y propiciando la participación de los actores involucrados.
3. Reunión con actores locales para tambopata trips:
En los talleres y reuniones de diagnóstico y socialización de resultados participaron 13 empresas de turismo, 27 instituciones privadas y 9 instituciones públicas, siendo un total de 187 personas. Adicionalmente participaron 3 asociaciones, 7 centros poblados y 3 Comunidades Nativas, teniendo un total de 184 personas en jungle trips – tambopata lodge.
4. Reunión con Organizaciones No Gubernamentales:
Esta reunión tuvo como objetivo identificar a los actores al interior del ANP y su Zona de Amortiguamiento en tambopata, para generar un mayor acercamiento y promover la generación de alianzas estratégicas. Las ONG presentaron los proyectos que vienen ejecutando, y que tienen relación directa con el ANP y su Zona de Amortiguamiento de tambopata. Se explicó cuál es el ámbito de trabajo, las actividades realizadas, el tiempo y la duración de cada proyecto para jungle tours.
5. Reuniones con el Comité Técnico Asesor Voluntario en tambopata jungle trips:
Se conformó un comité técnico asesor del Plan Maestro, el cual se reunió en dos oportunidades para revisar objetivos estratégicos y la matriz de programas con metas e indicadores – Tambopata lodge.
6. Reunión de validación de la actualización del Plan Maestro para la reserva de tambopata tours:
La reunión consistió en presentar los avances en la gestión del ANP, presentación de información recopilada de los talleres participativos como: Análisis de Fortalezas, Oportunidades, Debilidades y Amenazas – FODA, visión, misión, presentación del diagnóstico socioeconómico, proceso metodológico y matriz de programas para jungle trips; permitiendo realizar la recopilación de aportes de los asistentes, la inclusión de los mismos en un acta y la posterior validación del Plan Maestro – tambopata lodge tour.
WCS viene apoyando a la RNTAMB Tambopata reserva, en el desarrollo de instrumentos de gestión y monitoreo, utilizando herramientas de planificación estratégica con el enfoque de especies paisaje. Estas actividades son parte de un esfuerzo transnacional entre instituciones de Peru y Bolivia que se originó en el año 2005. El INRENA (ahora SERNANP), Servicio Nacional de Áreas Protegidas de Bolivia (SERNAP), WCS y la Fundación Cayetano Heredia participaron con el objetivo de analizar la situación de especies paisaje y las actividades humanas a nivel transnacional y desarrollar planes de monitoreo e investigación del Gran Paisaje Madidi – Tambopata. Dicho paisaje incluye, en Peru amazon jungle trips.
Diagnóstico del Proceso de Elaboración del Plan Maestro de Tambopata 2011-2016:
el Parque Nacional Bahuaja Sonene y la Reserva Nacional Tambopata, y en Bolivia el Parque Nacional y Área Natural de Manejo Integrado Madidi, el Área Natural de Manejo Integrado Nacional Apolobamba y la Reserva de Biosfera y Tierra Comunitaria de Origen Pilón Lajas, además de varias Tierras Comunales de Origen en jungle (Tacana I, II & III, Lecos Apolo, Lecos Larecaja, Uchupiamonas, Araona y Moseten).
Hasta julio del 2011 se realizaron 3 talleres transnacionales. En diciembre de 2009, a petición de la RNTAMB y AIDER y en un taller participativo, se construyeron los modelos conceptuales y la matriz de monitoreo del ámbito del Contrato de Administración. Este modelo conceptual y matriz de monitoreo han servido como base para el desarrollo del Plan de Monitoreo Integrado para la RNTAMB tambopata y el PNBS-MdD y es el que se ha actualizado y utilizado como base para definir las estrategias de este Plan Maestro para tambopata tours.
El clima corresponde al de bosque subtropical húmedo o muy húmedo, con una temperatura media anual de 26°C tambopata tours, fluctuando entre los 7.1°C (Quispe, 2004) y los 38°C (Rasanen, 1993, citado por CI-Perú, 1999).
Las temperaturas bajas están condicionadas por vientos antárticos fríos que llegan en intervalos irregulares a través de los Andes e ingresan a la cuenca del Amazonas en Peru. La presencia de vientos fríos, “friaje”, ocurre con mayor intensidad en los meses de junio y julio (Shenck, 1999 jungle tours).
Las temperaturas máximas llegan a ser de 38°C y se presentan regularmente en los meses de setiembre a octubre. La precipitación anual oscila entre 1 600 mm a 2 400 mm (Rasanen, 1993, citado por CI-Peru amazon, 1999).
La precipitación mensual presenta variación a lo largo del año, presentándose meses de lluvias máximas (diciembre a marzo), meses de transición (abril, mayo y octubre, noviembre) y meses de estiaje (junio, julio, agosto y setiembre para jungle trips).
La media mensual de precipitación registrada va desde 50.0 mm (julio) hasta 370.1 mm (diciembre), con una precipitación máxima mensual de 603.6 mm (enero) y una precipitación mínima mensual de 2.6 mm (julio tambopata lodge).
La precipitación anual media del período 2002-2006 es de 2 381.4 mm, con gran irregularidad en el periodo de registro; la máxima anual (2 864.0 mm) se presentó en el año 2003 y el valor mínimo anual (1 804.3mm) se presentó en el año 2005 amazon.
Para la identificación del clima se tomó como referencia el estudio de la Clasificación Climática del Peru amazon y su respectivo Mapa Climático (SENAMHI, 2006 amazon peru).
La RNTAMB se halla ubicada a una altitud promedio de 300 m, con un rango altitudinal entre los 200 y 400 m y una fisiografía poco accidentada, con pendientes que oscilan entre 0 a 5%. La ZA tiene características similares (Mapa 5: Relieve amazon).
La RNTAMB, el PNBS y sus ZA albergan, aunque no en su totalidad, las cuencas de los ríos Tambopata y Heath (INRENA, 2003), conformadas por quebradas grandes, medianas y pequeñas que hacen accesible la mayoría de los espacios durante la época de creciente (Mapa 6: Mapa satelital de tambopata).
En la RNTAMB de oeste a este se encuentran ríos que en su mayoría cruzan el ANP desde el PNBS, como los ríos Azul y Malinowsquillo, que confluyen en la margen derecha del río Malinowski (límite del ANP), el que a su vez se une con el río Tambopata.
El río Tambopata casi no forma meandros y la formación de “cochas” es escasa, predominando los tramos rectos que bordean terrazas y colinas a ambos lados de la orilla. La densidad de cochas desde su desembocadura hasta su confluencia con el río Malinowski es de cuatro cochas por 100 km de río. El ancho del río es variable, alcanzando aproximadamente 250 metros en su curso inferior y puede llegar a medir el doble en el curso medio, cuando se extiende en un lecho plano (Shenck, 1999).
El río Malinowski nace en la comunidad nativa de Kotsimba, fuera de los límites de la RNTAMB y tiene como principales afluentes a los ríos Pamahuaca, Azul, Malinowsquillo y Agua Negra por la margen derecha y el río Manuani por la margen izquierda. El río Heath, con más de 200 km de longitud (Shenck, 1999) desde su origen en las últimas estribaciones de los Andes, en la Región Puno, hasta su desembocadura en el río Madre de Dios, forma parte del límite Este de la RNTAMB y es el límite entre Peru y Bolivia.
El río Heath tiene las características típicas de un río de aguas blancas en tierras bajas. La formación de meandros y “cochas” es frecuente, con una densidad de 14.5 cochas por cada 100 km de río y con un ancho aproximado de 100 metros (Shenck, 1999). Los principales afluentes del río Heath son los ríos Bravo y Wiener, que se encuentran en el PNBS (INRENA, 2003).
Según el Mapa Ecológico del Perú (INRENA, 1994), la RNTAMB presenta tres zonas de vida: Bosque húmedo Subtropical, Bosque muy húmedo Subtropical y Bosque muy húmedo Subtropical transicional a Bosque Pluvial Subtropical (Mapa 7: Ecología).
En los siguientes cuadros (6 y 7) se resume la superficie que cubre cada una de las Zonas de vida y su representación en la RNTAMB y en su ZA.
– Bosque muy húmedo Subtropical
– Bosque húmedo Subtropical
– Bosque muy Húmedo Subtropical (Transicional a Bosque Pluvial Subtropical)
En la RNTAMB se encuentran once tipos de bosque y otras tres agrupaciones (zona deforestada por acción antropogénica y eventos naturales, lagunas y ríos).
Los bosques tropicales ubicados en la región Madre de Dios han recibido especial atención por científicos nacionales y extranjeros por la gran biodiversidad que albergan, la complejidad de sus procesos ecosistémicos y por el particular estado de conservación que mantienen.
El estudio de la demanda de investigación científica para la Reserva Nacional Tambopata y el Parque Nacional Bahuaja Sonene en Madre de Dios (Ochoa et al.,2010), reporta que el 70 % de las investigaciones se orientan al estudio de la flora y fauna, mostrando con claridad que los investigadores están allí para estudiar la biodiversidad; aunque destaca también que el 30 % de las investigaciones se refiere a otros temas que son propios del manejo de las ANP y su problemática.Los temas de los documentos relacionados con la RNTAMB y el PNBS corresponden principalmente a: ecología y/o etología (23,8 %), inventario biológico y/o diversidad (22,4 %), sistemática/taxonomía y/o filogenia (14,4 %), distribución y biogeografía (7,3 %). Los temas de conservación y manejo de recursos naturales tratados son menos del 10%; asimismo los temas sociales (3,8 %) y clima, turismo, geografía son tratados entre el 4 al 6% de las publicaciones. Los temas de vital importancia en el manejo de las ANP como desarrollo sostenible, gestión de ANP, monitoreo biológico son tratados en menos del 10 % de las publicaciones.
En el Plan Maestro (2004-2008) de la RNTAMB – tambopata trips, se reportaron 1,255 especies de flora. En el presente proceso esta información ha sido actualizada, principalmente en base a la consulta de publicaciones en revistas nacionales e internacionales de investigaciones realizadas al interior de la RNTAMB tambopata; la base de datos del New York Botanical Garden, así como los informes y listados florísticos – amazon peru.
En la actualidad la RNTAMB, reporta 1 713 especies, pertenecientes a 654 géneros de 145 familias (jungle trips). Para las angiospermas (plantas con flores) se consideró la clasificación propuesta por el Angyosperm Phylogeny Group (APG III) y para los pteridofitos (helechos) se consideró la clasificación propuesta por Smith et al.(2006). Las angiospermas registran 1,637 especies agrupadas en 127 familias y 622 géneros, siendo las familias más diversas Fabaceae (158 especies), Rubiaceae (104 especies) y Moraceae (66 especies). Los pteridofitos registran 76 especies de 32 géneros y 18 familias, siendo las familias más diversas: Polypodiaceae (16 especies), Pteridaceae (11 especies) y Thelypteridaceae (9 especies) en amazon jungle trips.
En el Anexo 9, se presenta un la lista de las especies endémicas registradas al interior de la Reserva Nacional Tambopata. Además de la riqueza florística que posee la RNTAMB, una de las características sobresalientes es la presencia de especies de importancia económica, cuyas poblaciones soportan o han soportado presiones antropogénicas que las han colocado bajo algún nivel de amenaza a nivel nacional o global (jungle tours). Según el DS N° 043-2006 AG, que detalla la lista de especies bajo alguna categoría de amenaza, se reportan 21 especies. Según la Unión Internacional para la Conservación de la Naturaleza (UICN), se registran 23 especies, de las cuales 11 se encuentran en alguna categoría de amenaza. Veintisiete especies están consideradas en los Apéndices de la Convención sobre el Comercio Internacional de Especies Amenazadas de Fauna y Flora Silvestres (CITES). Es importante resaltar que Cedrela odorata(cedro) y Swietenia macrophylla(caoba) se encuentran categorizados en estos tres sistemas de clasificación de especies amenazadas en tambopata amazon.
En la RNTAMB, se registraron 1 260 especies de fauna vertebrada, entre los que destacan: anfibios (93 especies de 31 géneros y 9 familias), aves (648 de 388 géneros y 60 familias), mamíferos (108 especies de 85 géneros y 28 familias) y 323 especies de peces (205 géneros y 39 familias) (Anexo 10).La fauna de la RNTAMB no sólo destaca por su riqueza en especies sino también por albergar especies categorizadas en diferentes niveles de amenaza. Por ejemplo, 32 especies están consideradas por la legislación nacional, bajo alguna categoría de amenaza (amazon peru).
Según la IUCN, 830 se encuentran amenazadas: 57 anfibios, 629 aves, 102 mamíferos, 16 peces y 26 reptiles, de las cuales 28 se encuentran bajo alguna categoría de amenaza mayor (EN, VU o NT amazon peru).
Asimismo, según los apéndices de CITES, la RNTAMB registra 88 especies bajo alguna categoría de amenaza – amazon peruvian.
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Tours Tambopata Expeditions: Despite having a wide geographic range, macaws Wild Tambopata Expeditions evolved specific nesting, foraging, and congregating niches, making them very vulnerable to habitat change resulting
from deforestation, land development, and changing ecosystems. Different species of macaws inhabit ecosystems including palm swamps, savannah, lowland and upland rainforests, yet in all cases macaws are very dependent on
their ecosystem because they have evolved specific nest niches and feeding associations. Scarlet macaws in the Madre de Dios region of Peru are no exception: the single most paramount factor for the macaw population is a
mature primary rainforest where the macaws can nest and forage. Scarlet macaws have evolved to nest in mature
tree cavities with preference to the genus Dipteryx, offering height protection from predators and hard, slow rotting
wood. In addition, scarlet macaws, which mate for life, use the same nest site to fledge many generations.
scarlet macaws are physically incapable of breeding because of lack of suitable nesting
sites. Similarly, the foraging behavior depends of mature forests where macaws can eat fruits and palm seeds. Interestingly, the seeds that macaws eat are toxic – they contain chemicals such as tannins and alkaloids that ward
off insects from destroying the seeds. Macaws are seed destroyers, and they overcome the toxic chemicals by
ingesting clay from the riverbank, or clay lick, which neutralizes the toxic effects. Just as in nesting sites, macaws are
very particular about clay lick sites where they will congregate, preferring hard clay with high sodium content.
Analysis of each subsequent macaw behavioral trait offers new insight to the particular environmental factors that make macaws very susceptible to ecological change. Scarlet Macaws are particularly vulnerable because of their
reliance on mature trees for nesting, where other species may utilize other breeding strategies. In all cases, macaws depend heavily on specific ecological conditions, and even slight changes to their environment can have massive
impact on a population.
We pick you up from the airport/coach terminal of Puerto Maldonado to take you first to our office where you can leave your things unnecessary for the trip Wild Tambopata Expeditions . Then, you get on our private vehicle to take you for an hour ride following a dirt road watching changeable nature along the way such as diverse forest types, traditional farms cultivating bananas and citruses, cattle farms, streams, etc. Then, we get to the Native Community of Infierno where the port of Puerto Nuevo is situated. We board a motorboat there and navigate for about 2 hours observing wildlife around the river banks, especially birds such as herons, a jabiru, a macaw, a kingfisher as well as some mammals, e.g. a capybara and a tapir. We can also spot white caimans and turtles resting on the banks. Then, we get to the Gato Estring Lodge when we accommodate ourselves, have lunch and a short rest as well. The lodge is located on the banks of the river, in the beginning of the Tambopata National Reserve, which is rich in fauna and flora; that we explore just after the rest. So we are given an opportunity to see a lizard or a colourful butterfly, birds such as a quail, a toucan or a wild turkey as well as thousand year old trees such as almendrillos (Dipteryx Odorata; reaching up to 50 metres), chiguaguacos or lapunas! For dinner, we return to the lodge. Optional: A night walk in a company of our Tour Guide who shows us some nocturnal animals, for example, nocturnal monkeys, frogs or insect.
We leave the lodge very early in the morning to sail the Tambopata River with a direction of the mouth of the Malinowski River, a place of next checkpoint. After we have passed it, we are given a chance to visit a local interpretative centre too. Then, we continue the ride while we can notice a change of landscapes as the Tambopata River flows faster now and fans into many branches which create islands covered by floodplain forests, lined with large pebble beaches. This is a perfect place to watch capybaras, Orinoco geese, cormorants or alligators. After 3 hours of navigation, we reach today´s destination – the famous Chuncho´s Clay-Lick! There, we find a good viewpoint to be able to better observe this special and unforgettable spectacle full of colours and sounds as flocks of parrots, macaws, parakeets and other animals gather every morning to eat clay helping them to digest and get off toxins contained in jungle´s trees and plants. The birds come there between 5 and 9 am before they fly to look for seeds and fruits into the jungle. First visitors are usually smaller species such as parrotlets and parakeets, and then parrots occur to be later followed by significantly bigger macaws representing an explosion of colours and sounds! When the spectacle is finished, we re-board the boat navigating downstream for 3 hours until we get back to the Inotawa Lodge. We are served lunch there and get ready for our next excursion, this time to the splendid El Gato Waterfall! So we get on the boat to sail upstream the Tambopata River for about two hours until we reach the Gato Creek. There, the astonishing Gato Waterfall is placed, inviting us to take its photos as well as to enjoy an unforgettable swim! For dinner, we get back to the lodge. Optional: A night caiman observation in the Tambopata River.
After breakfast, we get on the boat to sail for 10 minutes and then change for land transportation riding for two hours until the Capitania Port in Puerto Maldonado. There, we board a motorboat again and navigate down the Madre de Dios River watching animals such as turtles, caimans, lizards and others around its shores. After about half an hour, we get to a checkpoint of the Sandoval Lake Reserve. We pass a check and start walking for 5 km to reach Sandoval Lake where we take a canoe bringing us to the Sandoval Lake ,MALOKA LODGE or SANDOVAL LAKE LODGE . There, we accommodate ourselves and after lunch we return sailing the lake to see its typical inhabitants – giant river otters, black caimans, a prehistoric bird shansho, herons, cormorants, kingfisher, etc. For dinner, we return to the lodge to later get back to the lake again, this time to undertake an evening caiman observation because caimans are nocturnal animals. Our professional naturalist Tour Guide shows and explains us about these animals. We overnight in the lodge.
Another early wake up expects us today as we go to the surroundings of the Sandoval Lake where a huge number of various palms grow in its water creating an area of marsh. This place is called Collpa de Palmeras and it attracts various macaw species and other parrots to eat sawdust of its palms as it contains sodium, calcium, potassium and other minerals helping them to digest. Then, we go back to the MALOKA LODGE or SANDOVAL LAKE LODGE to be given breakfast. Later, we take next trip going to observe stunning flora and fauna of the Sandoval Lake Reserve. We can appreciate monkeys, deer, wild boars, tapirs or spectacled bears, just to name a few. For lunch, we get back to the lodge. Afterwards, we have given some time off to rest or enjoy a bath in the Sandoval Lake (no worries, there are no piranhas or other dangerous animals during the day). Then, we board a canoe to cross the lake to a place where we can better appreciate a beautiful sunset above the lake! At 7 pm, we return to the lodge for dinner. Then while waiting for the moonlight, a suitable time occurs to go watching caimans again! An overnight is in the lodge.
After breakfast, we first board a canoe to sail over the Sandoval Lake and then we walk back to the checkpoint and from there, we continue sailing the Madre de Dios River by a motorboat towards Puerto Maldonado. We pick our baggage up in our office and then, we are transferred either to the airport or the coach terminal.
End of service!
IMPORTANT!!
You need to be vaccinated against Yellow Fever as well as to bring some anti-malaria tablets with you!!
Discover Lake Sandoval Peru Jungle: A Perfect Family Adventure in the Heart of the Amazon Jungle
Lake Sandoval is one of the most pristine and biodiverse destinations in the Amazon, making it an ideal location for a family vacation surrounded by the captivating flora and fauna of the Peruvian rainforest. Nestled in the heart of the Tambopata National Reserve, this untouched natural sanctuary offers an unparalleled opportunity to observe wildlife up close and uncover the secrets of the jungle that have remained hidden for centuries.
OVERVIEW
Pick-up from Puerto Maldonado airport/coach terminal and transfer to the tour office.
Leave large baggage at the office and proceed with a backpack.
Transfer to a local port and board a motorboat down the Madre de Dios River.
Observation of wildlife along the river.
Trekking for 3 km to reach Sandoval Lake Reserve, followed by a canoe ride to the lodge.
Lunch at the lodge followed by a canoe ride on the lake to observe its inhabitants.
Return to the lodge for dinner and an evening caiman observation.
Overnight stay at the lodge.
Early morning attempt to see the giant otters and sunrise.
Cross Sandoval Lake Reserve to visit the Macaw palm tree .
Return trek of 3 km to reach the Madre de Dios River.
Boat transfer back to Puerto Maldonado.
Transfer to the airport or bus stations for departure.
NOTE
The return on the last day depends on your flight schedule. We have to be at the Puerto Maldonado Airport 2 hours before. To register or check in your return flight ticket
Your adventure begins when we welcome you at Puerto Maldonado’s airport or bus station. A representative will guide you to our office, where you can leave your unnecessary luggage for the jungle trip. We recommend bringing only a small backpack with essentials for your two-day Amazon adventure.
Next, we head to a local port where you’ll board a motorboat for an exciting ride down the Madre de Dios River. As we cruise through the river, keep your eyes peeled for wildlife sightings, such as monkeys, turtles, caimans, and various species of birds, including herons and kingfishers. After a brief stop at a checkpoint, we’ll disembark and take a 3 km walk (approximately 1.5 hours) through the lush rainforest to reach Sandoval Lake, where a traditional canoe will transport us to the eco-lodge.
Once we arrive at the lodge, you’ll settle in and enjoy a delicious lunch before heading back out onto the lake. We’ll canoe around the serene waters, looking for the giant river otters, black caimans, shanshos (prehistoric birds), and other fascinating wildlife that call this place home. As the sun sets, we’ll embark on an evening caiman observation tour to observe these nocturnal reptiles. A professional naturalist guide will provide insights into their behavior and ecology. After a thrilling day of discovery, we’ll return to the lodge for a hearty dinner and a peaceful night’s rest.
On your second day, we’ll start early to catch a glimpse of the giant otter family as they greet the day, along with other creatures foraging for food. We’ll then take a short walk (20 minutes) to visit the Macaw Palm Tree , a special site where macaws (blue and yellow, scarlet, and chestnut-fronted) and parrots (yellow-crowned, mealy) gather to consume the mineral-rich clay found on the palm trees. This natural supplement is essential for their digestive health and helps counteract the toxins from unripe fruits they often consume.
After this unique experience, we’ll retrace our steps, walking back through the forest to the Madre de Dios River. From here, we’ll take a boat ride back to Puerto Maldonado, where a bus will be waiting to take you directly to the airport or bus stations, marking the end of your unforgettable Amazon adventure.
Wildlife Watching: Spot giant river otters, red howler monkeys, toucan species, and other remarkable wildlife.
Canoeing: Glide across the serene waters of Lake Sandoval for an up-close view of the unique ecosystem.
Hiking: Embark on guided walks through the rainforest, discovering the diverse flora and fauna along the way.
Night Walks: Experience the jungle after dark as you search for nocturnal creatures like the night monkey and frogs.
Cultural Insights: Learn about the local indigenous cultures and their deep connection with the rainforest environment.
Lake Sandoval is more than just a travel destination—it’s an experience that creates lifelong memories. Whether you’re a nature enthusiast, an adventure seeker, or simply looking to disconnect and immerse yourself in the wilderness, this tour offers an unparalleled opportunity to witness one of the world’s most vibrant and diverse ecosystems. The abundant wildlife, peaceful surroundings, and family-friendly activities make it an unforgettable destination for travelers of all kinds.
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A trip to Lake Sandoval is more than just a getaway; it’s a journey that immerses you in the raw beauty of the Amazon. The lake is teeming with life, providing the chance to spot rare species such as giant river otters, known for their playful nature, and the elusive red howler monkeys, whose calls echo through the trees. As you glide through the water in a traditional canoe, you’ll encounter a diverse array of wildlife, including colorful macaws and caimans hunting along the shore.
The surrounding forest is home to hundreds of species of birds, mammals, reptiles, and plants, many of which are native to this unique ecosystem. This area is a true biodiversity hotspot, offering an unforgettable glimpse into the extraordinary variety of life that thrives here.
This Lake Sandoval tour is perfect for families seeking to connect with nature. The gentle canoe ride across the lake, paired with easy walks through the jungle, makes it an accessible experience for travelers of all ages. Whether you’re watching monkeys play or learning about the medicinal plants of the rainforest, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Reserva Lago Sandoval 2 dias Este albergue está ubicado dentro de la reserva del tambopata que viene hacer un refugio natural del amazonas donde habitan grandes diversidades de especies compartiendo cada uno su vida diaria que viene hacer para ellos una vida perfecta como aves ,mamíferos ,reptiles que se ve a menudo alrededor de nuestro albergue el Lago Sandoval se encuentra de la ciudad de puerto Maldonado 12 Kilómetros y 5 Kilómetros de camino con dirección a nuestro albergue.
In Peru Tambopata is a reserve created with an underlying philosophy of the sustainable use of natural resources of the forest. The tambopata is unconditionally protect forests Wild Jungle Macaw Clay Chuncho , flora and fauna, birds, parrots, mammals, butterflies, vascular plants, the macaw clay lick, etc and wildlife as the virgin territories of tropical moist lowland forests of the Amazon by rio Madre de Dios and Puerto Maldonado.
Peru’s Amazon looks like an endless sea of lumpy green sponges, stretching in all directions to the horizon.
It is this thick umbrella of trees – the jungle’s equivalent of an enormous housing project – that creates the millions of homes below in wich animals and specialized plants live.
If you were able to enter the the upper canopy slowly from the top you would soon discover that the frist layer is virtually a desert.
The crowns of the trees are exposed both to the fierce tropical sun and to winds that frequently snap and topple the tallest of them. To reduce evaporation, the leaves at this level are quite small. Many of the epiphytes – plants that live on top of other plants .
We pick you up from the airport/coach terminal of Puerto Maldonado to take you first to our office where you can leave your things unnecessary for the trip. Then, you get on our private vehicle to take you for an hour ride following a dirt road watching changeable nature along the way such as diverse forest types, traditional farms cultivating bananas and citruses, cattle farms, streams, etc. Then, we get to the Native Community of Infierno where the port of Puerto Nuevo is situated. We board a motorboat there and navigate for about 2 hours observing wildlife around the river banks, especially birds such as herons, a jabiru, a macaw, a kingfisher as well as some mammals, e.g. a capybara and a tapir. We can also spot white caimans and turtles resting on the banks. Then, we get to the GATO STRING LODGE when we accommodate ourselves, have lunch and a short rest as well. The lodge is located on the banks of the river, in the beginning of the Tambopata National Reserve, which is rich in fauna and flora; that we explore just after the rest. So we are given an opportunity to see a lizard or a colourful butterfly, birds such as a quail, a toucan or a wild turkey as well as thousand year old trees such as almendrillos (Dipteryx Odorata; reaching up to 50 metres), chiguaguacos or lapunas! For dinner, we return to the lodge. Optional: A night walk in a company of our Tour Guide who shows us some nocturnal animals, for example, nocturnal monkeys, frogs or insect.
We leave the lodge very early in the morning to sail the Tambopata River with a direction of the mouth of the Malinowski River, a place of next checkpoint. After we have passed it, we are given a chance to visit a local interpretative centre too. Then, we continue the ride while we can notice a change of landscapes as the Tambopata River flows faster now and fans into many branches which create islands covered by floodplain forests, lined with large pebble beaches. This is a perfect place to watch capybaras, Orinoco geese, cormorants or alligators. After 3 hours of navigation, we reach today´s destination – the famous Chuncho´s Clay-Lick! There, we find a good viewpoint to be able to better observe this special and unforgettable spectacle full of colours and sounds as flocks of parrots, macaws, parakeets and other animals gather every morning to eat clay helping them to digest and get off toxins contained in jungle´s trees and plants. The birds come there between 5 and 9 am before they fly to look for seeds and fruits into the jungle. First visitors are usually smaller species such as parrotlets and parakeets, and then parrots occur to be later followed by significantly bigger macaws representing an explosion of colours and sounds! When the spectacle is finished, we re-board the boat navigating downstream for 3 hours until we get back to the Inotawa Lodge. We are served lunch there and get ready for our next excursion, this time to the splendid El Gato Waterfall! So we get on the boat to sail upstream the Tambopata River for about two hours until we reach the Gato Creek. There, the astonishing Gato Waterfall is placed, inviting us to take its photos as well as to enjoy an unforgettable swim! For dinner, we get back to the lodge. Optional: A night caiman observation in the Tambopata River.
After breakfast, we first board a canoe to sail over the Sandoval Lake and then we walk back to the checkpoint and from there, we continue sailing the Madre de Dios River by a motorboat towards Puerto Maldonado. We pick our baggage up in our office and then, we are transferred either to the airport or the coach terminal.
End of service!
IMPORTANT!!
You need to be vaccinated against Yellow Fever as well as to bring some anti-malaria tablets with you!!
Amazon Explorer Wildlife – Nestled deep within the heart of the Amazon Rainforest lies a hidden treasure trove of biodiversity, the Tambopata Reserve. This four-day expedition into the heart of this lush paradise promises an unforgettable encounter with the rich tapestry of life that calls this verdant wilderness home. Amazon Explorer Wildlife is your gateway to a world where vibrant parrots, majestic toucans, and resplendent macaws share their realm with tamarins, peccaries, caimans, and anacondas. Join us on this extraordinary journey as we explore the enchanting fauna and flora of the AmazonTambopata like never before.
Arrival at Puerto Maldonado Airport, greeted by expert ecotourism guide.
Brief stop at the main office to store unnecessary belongings.
Transfer to a local port and motorboat journey down the Madre de Dios River.
Trek through the rainforest, encountering diverse flora and fauna.
Canoe ride across Lake Sandoval to the Lodge.
Afternoon exploration of the surrounding area, followed by a night walk to observe nocturnal wildlife.
Morning canoe ride to explore Lake Sandoval and spot giant river otters.
Lunch at the lodge followed by a jungle exploration, observing diverse wildlife and flora.
Return to the lodge and evening caiman observation on the lake.
Early morning visit to Collpa de Palmeras to observe macaws and parrots.
Canoe journey to explore the floodplain forest, encountering ancient trees and wildlife.
Afternoon visit to a 12-meter-high tower for sunset views.
Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.
Morning departure from Sandoval Lake Reserve.
Boat journey back to Puerto Maldonado.
Transfer to the airport/bus station for departure.
This adventure promises an immersive experience in the Amazon, allowing travelers to discover its diverse ecosystems and wildlife while staying in comfortable accommodations.
NOTE
The return on the last day depends on your flight schedule. We have to be at the Puerto Maldonado Airport 2 hours before. To register or check in your return flight ticket.
Your adventure begins with a warm welcome at Puerto Maldonado Airport, where our expert ecotourism guide will greet you and accompany you throughout the journey. After a brief stop at our office to store any excess luggage, we embark on a scenic 45-minute motorboat ride along the Madre de Dios River. Keep an eye out for wildlife along the way as we head toward the Sandoval del Tambopata Lake Reserve.
Upon arrival at the reserve’s control post, we register and prepare for an exciting 1.5-hour trek through the rainforest. Along the path, you’ll encounter a stunning variety of flora and fauna, from vibrant butterflies and exotic plants to monkeys swinging through the trees and colorful birds flitting above. Once we reach the small port, we board a canoe to explore Lake Sandoval, a serene oasis surrounded by lush palm trees and thriving aguajales.
After crossing the lake, we arrive at our eco-lodge, just a short walk from the port. Settle into your comfortable room, complete with private shower and bath, before setting out to explore the diverse ecosystems that call this lake home. As night falls, a lantern-lit night walk will reveal the nocturnal creatures of the Amazon, from frogs and snakes to the elusive night-dwelling monkeys.
After a delicious breakfast, we embark on a canoe ride across Lake Sandoval in search of the world’s largest river otters, a protected species that graces the waters of this tranquil lake. In the early morning light, spot herons, kingfishers, cormorants, and even the rare shanshos. The lake’s banks are home to small caimans, and you might even catch sight of turtles basking on fallen logs.
In the afternoon, we venture into the primary rainforest, where towering trees like Shihuahuacos, kapoks, and renacos dominate the landscape. This rich ecosystem supports a wealth of wildlife, including jaguars, parrots, and partridges. Learn about the medicinal plants used by locals for healing, including the powerful ayahuasca, known for its spiritual properties. As we return to the lodge, keep an eye out for the black caiman that sometimes lingers along the lake’s edge.
As night falls, enjoy the sight of reptiles and birds venturing to the water’s edge, adding a magical touch to the day’s adventures.
Start your day early with a visit to the Collpa de Palmeras (Palm Tree Clay Lick), where you’ll witness a colorful spectacle as macaws and parrots gather to eat mineral-rich clay. This essential nutrient source aids in digestion and detoxifies their bodies, providing an up-close look at these beautiful creatures in their natural habitat.
After breakfast, we set out to explore the floodplain forest by canoe. Along the way, we encounter ancient trees like Shihuahuacos, Lupunas, and oje. These towering giants offer shelter and sustenance for a variety of wildlife, including jaguars and many bird species. The peaceful surroundings allow for incredible wildlife sightings as we make our way through the dense jungle.
After lunch at the lodge, we embark on an adventure to the canopy tower, a 12-meter-high structure located between the tourist and refuge areas. From here, enjoy a panoramic view of the surrounding forest and Lake Sandoval. As the day draws to a close, watch the sun dip below the horizon, casting a warm glow across the landscape before returning to the lodge for dinner and a restful night.
On the final day of your Amazon adventure, we begin early with a canoe ride back across Lake Sandoval, retracing our journey through the reserve as the morning light filters through the trees. After breakfast at the lodge, we make our way to the Sandoval port on the Madre de Dios River, where a motorboat awaits to take us back to Puerto Maldonado.
Once in Puerto Maldonado, we’ll stop by the office to collect your belongings before escorting you to the airport or bus station, concluding your unforgettable 4-day wildlife journey in the Amazon
The Tambopata Reserve, established in 1990, is one of the most biodiverse regions in the world. Spanning over 1.5 million hectares across the Madre de Dios and Puno regions of Peru, it’s a sanctuary for a vast array of flora and fauna, making it an essential destination for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts alike.
The Tambopata Reserve is a treasure trove of wildlife, home to an astonishing variety of species. Even within just 5,500 hectares, researchers have cataloged 545 bird species, 1,122 butterflies, 151 dragonfly species, and 29 tiger beetles. This makes it one of the most biodiverse areas on Earth, teeming with life at every turn. Among its many natural wonders are the parrot clay licks, where up to 17 species of parrots have been observed—an incredible sight for birdwatchers and conservationists.
For wildlife enthusiasts, the Tambopata Reserve offers an unmatched opportunity to witness some of the Amazon’s most captivating creatures. From the majestic macaws and toucans soaring through the emerald canopy to the playful tamarins and elusive peccaries darting through the undergrowth, there’s never a dull moment in this vibrant ecosystem. As you venture deeper into the forest, you’ll encounter fascinating species like black caimans, the mysterious anaconda, and the southern river otters, all of which call this extraordinary place home.
The diversity of monkey species and butterflies is equally staggering, while the presence of four wildcat species—including jaguars and pumas—adds an air of mystery and awe to this untouched wilderness.
FAUNA Y FLORA: La vida silvestre en la Reserva Tambopata es notable. Loros gigantes coloridos, tucanes y guacamayos comparten el bosque con tamarinos (Saguinus fuscicollis), pecaríes (Tayassu tajacu), caimanes negros (Melanusuchus niger) y anacondas (Eunectes murinus). Nuestra región es el hogar de cientos de especies de mariposas y una gran variedad de monos, nutrias de río del sur (Lutra longicaudis), cuatro especies de felinos y mucho más. Aquí se han roto numerosos récords mundiales de biodiversidad y muchas especies aún están por descubrir. La Reserva Tambopata tiene el récord mundial de especies de hormigas, 365 especies y de mariposas, 1200 especies (Explorer’s Inn). Nota: La selva amazónica tiene abundante vida silvestre, aunque a muchos animales les gusta esconderse en la densa vegetación. Tenga en cuenta que es posible que no los vea. África promueve sus “Cinco Grandes”, sus animales más grandes; Se podría decir que la Amazonia es el hogar de “las cinco mil criaturas más pequeñas