Fascinating and Mysterious Jungle

Day 1: Arrival in Puerto Maldonado – Monkey Island – Lodge

Upon arrival in Puerto Maldonado, known as Peru’s Biodiversity Capital, you will be welcomed by our team and transferred to the city. Depending on your arrival time, we will visit the local market and enjoy lunch either in town or at the lodge.

Next, we travel by boat along the Madre de Dios River for approximately one hour to reach our jungle lodge. Upon arrival, you will receive your bungalow assignment and have time to settle in.

In the afternoon, we visit Monkey Island, where we may observe different species of monkeys, such as spider monkeys, capuchin monkeys, squirrel monkeys, and tamarins, in their natural habitat.

After returning to the lodge, we enjoy dinner. For those interested, an optional nighttime jungle walk offers the opportunity to discover the sounds and activity of the rainforest after dark, including insects, colorful frogs, and possibly nocturnal mammals.

Day 2: Sandoval Lake – Amazon Wildlife Exploration

After breakfast, we begin an approximately one-hour hike through the pristine Amazon rainforest toward Sandoval Lake, surrounded by an incredible diversity of tropical vegetation, including cedar, mahogany, and palm trees.

Upon reaching the lake, we explore its fascinating ecosystem, where we may spot wildlife such as caimans, giant river otters, piranhas, and paiche, as well as numerous bird species. We will enjoy lunch during the excursion while taking in the beautiful natural surroundings.

Afterward, we return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay. Optional evening activities may be available for those wishing to discover more of the rainforest after dark.

Note: Swimming in Sandoval Lake is not recommended due to the presence of wildlife and local conservation and safety guidelines.

Day 3: Taricaya Project – Jungle Walk – Canopy Bridge

After breakfast, we travel by boat to the Taricaya Project, a conservation initiative dedicated to protecting Amazonian wildlife, including the endangered yellow-spotted river turtle (Podocnemis unifilis). During the visit, our guide will explain the project's work in wildlife rescue, research, and conservation.

After lunch, we set off on a guided jungle walk along winding rainforest trails, crossing an impressive 100-meter-long hanging bridge suspended approximately 60 meters above the ground. Along the way, discover the Amazon's native wildlife, fascinating plant species, and traditional medicinal uses of local vegetation.

In the evening, we return to the lodge for dinner. You can then relax or join optional nighttime activities to experience the rainforest after sunset.

Day 4: Parrot and Macaw Clay Lick – Puerto Maldonado

We wake up very early and board our boat for a scenic journey along the river toward the Parrot and Macaw Clay Lick (Collpa de Loros). Weather permitting, we will witness an incredible natural spectacle as hundreds of colorful parrots and macaws gather to feed on the mineral-rich clay.

We will spend approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes observing these beautiful birds in their natural habitat, capturing unforgettable moments and learning about their fascinating behavior.

After this unique wildlife experience, we return to the lodge for breakfast before traveling back to Puerto Maldonado, where our Amazon adventure comes to an end.