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Amazon Green Tambopata 4 days: for those with limited time in jungle trips but still wanting to experience a rich and remarkable
section of the Amazon Rainforest the beautiful Sandoval Lake Lodge
in the lower section of the Tambopata National Reserve is an
excellent choice. Here we present an extended version of our 4 day
itinerary with a highly recommended extra day to make the most of this wildlife rich rainforest environment in amazon green.
This Tambopata Eco lodge is easily accessible from the friendly and
fascinating jungle town of Puerto Maldonado, a major centre of the
timber, gold mining and eco-tourism industries in the Southern Peruvian Amazon. Puerto Maldonado is itself easily accessed from
Lima and Cusco due to excellent local air links. From Puerto Maldonado our lodge is approximately 3 hours away and the
journey – a thirty minute boat ride, followed by a short jungle hike
and finally a paddle to our jungle home by catamaran – is fascinating
in itself. Lago Sandoval is an ox-bow lake, a curve of the Madre de
Dios River cut off by the river changing course. These quiet and beautiful habitats are wonderful places for wildlife watching,
whether exploring the Tambopata National Reserve lake in silence
by catamaran, with only the sound of our craft’s paddles for
company, or walking trails with experienced nature guides through diverse forest habitats.
Travel Itinerary Tambopata and Lago Sandoval
Begin your adventure with a flight to Puerto Maldonado from Lima or Cusco. Upon arrival, you will be warmly greeted by your naturalist guide. From there, you will be transferred to a dugout canoe for a scenic trip up the Tambopata River to the lodge. During this journey, you will notice the vegetation transition from colonized, deforested areas to pristine virgin rainforest.
A box lunch will be provided on board, ensuring you stay energized. Upon reaching the lodge, you’ll enjoy a refreshing welcome drink and meet the dedicated staff. In the late afternoon, prepare for an introductory walk into the “terra firme” forest behind the lodge (Trail 2). This area is dominated by towering Brazil-nut and Dipteryx trees, offering the chance to spot various wildlife, including Saddle-back Tamarins, Brown Capuchins, and Blue-Morpho butterflies.
After dinner, embark on a night walk to search for nocturnal animals, utilizing your guide’s expertise to spot wildlife by eye shine—approximately 50% of rainforest creatures are active at night.
Start your day with an early breakfast. Then, you and your nature guide will board a motorized canoe for a short journey to the trailhead. Prepare to explore the lake system of Condenado by foot and paddle canoe, where you will discover a rich array of bird and aquatic life. Keep your eyes peeled for a family of Giant Otters, which are often seen in the area.
As you navigate the lake, expect to encounter diverse bird species, such as Rufescent Tiger-herons, Great Egrets, and the lively Hoatzin. Don’t forget your hat and sunscreen, as there is limited shade on the water. You will return to the lodge in time for lunch.
In the afternoon, you will continue your adventure upstream for a two-hour journey to the isolated Macaw & Parrot Clay Lick known as “EL CHUNCHO.” This area is famous for its clay cliffs lining the Tambopata River.
After dinner, join a guided night walk along the riverbanks in search of wildlife, including Capybaras, Caimans, Tapirs, and the elusive Jaguar. Enjoy camping on the beach near El Chuncho (B, L, D).
On this day, a pre-dawn start is essential to reach the clay lick before the birds arrive. The clay lick is a gathering place for numerous birds, including various macaws and smaller parrots, such as Scarlet, Blue-and-Yellow, and Chestnut-fronted parrots. Witness this remarkable spectacle as the birds come in search of minerals and salts.
Following a late morning hike, you will return downstream to the lodge for lunch. In the evening, prepare for another exciting adventure as you search for Caimans and other nocturnal animals by canoe along the Tambopata River. Spend the night in comfort at the Lodge (B, L, D).
It’s time to depart. Your return to Puerto Maldonado is scheduled according to the group’s flight times. In the morning, take advantage of the active wildlife, including howler monkeys and various bird species. Your guide will assist you during your arrival in Puerto Maldonado and provide transportation to the airport for your flight.
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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.