Peru · Jungle Expedition

3-Day Tambopata National Reserve Tour

3 Days Round trip from Pickup service provided in Puerto Maldonado. Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Travel by motor boat from Puerto Maldonado into the jungle
02 Explore Cocha Caiman and observe black and white alligators
03 Walk through the forest to Lake Apu Victor and the Amazon viewpoint
04 Visit the Monkey Islands in the Madre de Dios River
05 Enjoy sunsets and wildlife viewing in Tambopata National Reserve
06 Stay at a rustic lodge in the heart of the Peruvian jungle

Discover the beauty of the Peruvian Amazon on this 3-day journey into Tambopata National Reserve. Starting from Puerto Maldonado, travel by boat into the jungle, stay at a rustic lodge, and experience the rich landscapes, sounds, and wildlife of one of Peru’s most remarkable natural areas.

Over three days, enjoy excursions to Cocha Caiman, Lake Apu Victor, and the Monkey Islands, with opportunities to spot alligators, monkeys, and a wide variety of flora and fauna. This is a great choice for travellers looking to combine jungle exploration, wildlife observation, and a deeper connection with nature.

Over three days, enjoy excursions to Cocha Caiman, Lake Apu Victor, and the Monkey Islands, with opportunities to spot alligators, monkeys, and a wide variety of flora and fauna.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Puerto Maldonado, Tambopata National Reserve

Languages English, French, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

DAY 1 Puerto Maldonado - Tambopata National Reserve

Puerto Maldonado

After picking you up from Puerto Maldonado Airport, we will take a short city tour, and then we will go to the "Puerto Capitanía" to take the motor boat to go inside the jungle for 2 hours. We will arrive at the lodge to accommodate, and enjoy lunch.

Tambopata National Reserve

In the afternoon, we will have an expedition to Cocha Caiman, a small lagoon, to observe the large number of black and white alligators that live in this zone. You will loved the spectacular sunset and the beautiful heaven colors. We will return to the lodge for a good dinner, and rest.Overnight at Ecoamazonia Lodge, a rustic accommodation

Day 02

DAY 2 Tambopata National Reserve

Tambopata National Reserve

One of the best moments of sleeping in the jungle, is waking up listening to the sounds that nature gives to us. After breakfast, we will start a walk towards the depths of the jungle, to observe the flood forest until arriving to the majestic Lake Apu Victor, with beautiful landscapes and crystal clear waters. We will go up to the Amazon viewpoint, and to appreciate the wonderful Peruvian jungle, and a great variety of flora and fauna.

We will return to the lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, we will visit the Monkey Islands, located in the heart of the Madre de Dios River. During the walk, we will observe different types of monkeys, and animals in general. We will enjoy a beautiful sunset. At the end, we will return to the lodge for dinner.Overnight at Ecoamazonia Lodge, a rustic accommodation

Day 03

DAY 3 Tambopata National Reserve - Puerto Maldonado

Back to Puerto Maldonado

After breakfast, we will return to Puerto Maldonado city, so you can take your next flight on time.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Pickup service provided in Puerto Maldonado. 2 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Transfers from / to Puerto Maldonado's airport.

What's Not Included

TIP OR GRATUITY

Know before you go

INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
PASSPORT REQUIRED
Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Infant seats unavailable
Large bags will stay in the offices of Puerto Maldonado. The boats are for passengers, so we recommend carrying a small backpack with what is necessary for your stay at the lodge.
The lodge is powered by a limited power plant that only offers electric service from 5pm to 10pm. During this period you can recharge batteries and make use of the fans offered in the facilities and rooms.
There is no wifi and TV inside the lodge.
If you are a vegetarian, please notify us on the reservation.
Although cases in the area are very rare, it is recommended to get vaccinated against Yellow Fever and Malaria days before traveling.
It is recommended to arrive in Puerto Maldonado between 09:00 hrs and 13.00 hrs, for the transfer from the airport. The boats depart to the Lodge at 1:30 pm. If you are arriving after that time, you will have to pay an additional fee for a private boat transfer to the lodge.
Flights arriving after 05:00 PM will not be able to take the boat to get to the lodge due to security issues.
The departure of the Lodge is at 7.30 am, it takes 02 hours on the Madre de Dios River, please keep this schedule in mind to consider your return flight.
Children 10 and younger must be accompanied by two paying adults
Children 1 and younger are complimentary
You must be able to walk in unpaved or uneven terrain
Pick up from Puerto Maldonado's Airport