Amazon Rainforest Tours from Puerto Maldonado
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- 3 Days, Experience in Reserva Amazónica (On Request)
- AMAZON ADVENTURE: HEART OF THE JUNGLE
- 3-Day Tambopata Rainforest Amazon Natural Reserve Puerto Maldonado
- Puerto Maldonado Amazon Superior Lodge 3D/2N (from Puerto Maldonado)
- 4 days 3 nights – Peruvian Tambopata Jungle
- Puerto Maldonado Amazon Superior Lodge 5D/4N (from Puerto Maldonado)
- 4 Days, Experience in Reserva Amazónica (On Request)
- Peru Amazon Extension (Ecoamazonia)
- Hacienda Concepcion 4 Days, Short Break (On Request)
- 4/3 Tambopata Jungle (Small Group Tours)
Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica lodge lies 45 minutes by boat from Puerto Maldonado. Two days of adventures in Tambopata National Reserve and Lake Sandoval conclude with a 20km river crossing.
Duration 3 days Destinations Puerto Maldonado Age Range 12 to 99 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator LimaTours From $1,154
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The wilderness of Tambopata River unfolds over 4 days from Puerto Maldonado's Padre Aldamiz Airport. Wildlife viewing at Sandoval Lake, visits to Collpa de Loros clay lick, and cultural immersion at Palma Real community fill the itinerary.
Duration 4 days Destinations Puerto Maldonado Age Range 8 to 60 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator Waman Adventures From
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3-Day Tambopata Rainforest Amazon Natural Reserve Puerto Maldonado
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Great opportunity, memories, food, activities and the most important people.”
Marzena, traveled in October
The Amazon Garden Lodge welcomes visitors after a 40-minute boat ride from Puerto Maldonado. This three-day circuit features a 3km trek to Lake Sandoval, Monkey Island excursion, and dawn visits to parrot clay licks.
Duration 3 days Destinations Puerto Maldonado Age Range 5 to 70 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator QUECHUAS EXPEDITIONS PERU From
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Puerto Maldonado Amazon Superior Lodge 3D/2N (from Puerto Maldonado)
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The second day was excellent. We were AMAZED to find that we were charged 12 Soles for a 330 ml bottle of 'sin gas water'.”
John, traveled in October
From Puerto Maldonado's Butterfly House, a 30-minute motorized canoe ride down Madre de Dios River leads to the Superior Lodge. The highlights include Tambopata National Reserve's Lake Sandoval by dugout canoe before returning to Puerto Maldonado.
Duration 3 days Destinations Puerto Maldonado, Tambopata National Reserve Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Bamba Travel From
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4 days 3 nights – Peruvian Tambopata Jungle
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Paradise Lodge was so impressive, with spacious rooms, a swimming pool, pretty jungle vibes and a fantastic breakfast, lunch and dinner service.”
Emily, traveled in April
A 40-minute boat ride along Madre de Dios River takes you from Puerto Maldonado to the lodge. Daily activities include visits to Monkey Island, Lake Sandoval (1.5-hour trek), and Ese'Eja communities, concluding in Puerto Maldonado before 13:00.
Duration 4 days Destinations Puerto Maldonado Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator PVTravels From
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Superior lodge accommodation awaits after a 30-minute boat ride from Puerto Maldonado airport along Madre de Dios River. This 5-day itinerary features daily excursions to Tambopata National Reserve and Lake Sandoval.
Duration 5 days Destinations Puerto Maldonado, Tambopata National Reserve Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Bamba Travel From
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A 45-minute boat ride along Madre de Dios River brings you to Inkaterra Reserva Amazónica Lodge. The four-day trip highlights Tambopata National Reserve's Lake Sandoval and Hacienda Concepción.
Duration 4 days Destinations Puerto Maldonado, Tambopata National Reserve Age Range 12 to 99 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator LimaTours From $1,514
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Duration 4 days Destinations Puerto Maldonado Age Range 16 to 85 year olds Operator Explore! From
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A 25-minute boat ride takes you from Puerto Maldonado airport to Inkaterra Hacienda Concepcion on Madre de Dios River. The 4-day itinerary covers Lake Sandoval and Tambopata National Reserve, all within 30-minute radius.
Duration 4 days Destinations Puerto Maldonado Age Range up to 90 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator LimaTours From $1,014
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The route starts in Puerto Maldonado with a 1-hour private bus transfer along Madre de Dios River to Tambo Jungle Lodge. The itinerary features a 30-minute boat ride to Monkey Island, 90-minute trip to parrot clay licks, and 1.5-hour walk through virgin rainforest to Sandoval Lake.
Duration 4 days Destinations Puerto Maldonado, Tambopata National Reserve Age Range 4 to 80 year olds Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese Operator ILE Tours From
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What people love about Amazon Rainforest Tours from Puerto Maldonado
- 4 days 3 nights – Peruvian Tambopata Jungle
Good tour with good and not so good aspects
Great food, great activities, great accommodation, great animals everywhere, great staff, great visitors, amazing experience!
3 days - Tambopata Amazon Jungle
Tour was great. Good accomodation, great meals quality and variety just quantity was a bit low for activity days. Good guided tours and activities. Tour guide excellent and good knowledge of subject matter. He coordinated and ensured visitors were well looked after.
Puerto Maldonado Amazon Eco-Lodge 4D/3N (from Puerto Maldonado)
What our customers ask about Amazon Rainforest Tours from Puerto Maldonado
What's the ideal length for a Puerto Maldonado Amazon Rainforest tour?
The sweet spot for Puerto Maldonado tours falls between 3 to 5 days with most visitors finding 4 days provides the right balance. This timeframe allows for thorough exploration of essential sites like Lake Sandoval Monkey Island and the Tambopata National Reserve. Some travelers find 5 days excessive as evidenced by one TourRadar visitor who noted "We had a great time on our tour! Our guide Yuri was amazing. The only thing I would change is that we probably could have done everything in 3 or 4 days instead of 5."
What wildlife can I expect to see on tours starting from Puerto Maldonado?
The Tambopata National Reserve offers frequent sightings of its diverse residents. Visitors often spot 11 macaw species at the El Chuncho clay lick while Lake Sandoval is a reliable place to observe giant river otters. Monkey Island true to its name hosts brown capuchins and squirrel monkeys. The reserve's biodiversity includes more than 540 bird species and 100 mammal species. As one TourRadar traveler shared "I stayed at two different locations along the Tambopata River that had different birds butterflies bugs and monkeys. The locations were similar and totally different all at the same time."
What type of accommodation can I expect on tours starting in Puerto Maldonado?
Lodging options range from the city-based Hotel Enai to riverside retreats like Inkaterra Hacienda Concepcion and Monte Amazonico Lodge. These establishments blend comfort with authentic rainforest living though amenities vary significantly between locations. One TourRadar traveler sets realistic expectations: "The accommodations were 'basic.' Very very basic. Only a bare bulb with power from 5-9pm. If you can get past those issues you will have a great time."
How long is the transfer from Puerto Maldonado to the Amazon lodges?
Getting to your lodge requires a mix of land and water travel. Closer properties need just a 30-60 minute boat ride on the Madre de Dios River while more remote options like Monte Amazonico Lodge combine a 2-hour drive with a boat transfer. A TourRadar guest describes the journey: "From the office it was about an hour's peaceful boat ride through beautiful scenery to reach our lodge in the heart of the jungle."
What's included in meals during Puerto Maldonado Amazon tours?
Meals reflect the region's culinary heritage with three daily servings of Peruvian and Amazonian dishes. Lodges such as Amazon Planet and Paradise Amazon incorporate local ingredients tropical fruits and accommodate dietary preferences including vegetarian and vegan needs. According to one TourRadar visitor: "The food exceeded our expectations - it was plenty delicious healthy and authentic. They fed us three course meals 3 times a day."
Are English-speaking guides available for tours starting in Puerto Maldonado?
English-speaking guides come standard with major tour operators in the region. These local experts particularly at establishments like Amazon Planet Lodge and Monte Amazonico Lodge bring deep knowledge of rainforest ecology and wildlife. Their expertise resonates with visitors as one TourRadar traveler confirms: "Our guide Franklin was amazing very knowledgeable and spoke English very well. He made our Amazon experience unforgettable."
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