3-Hour Sunrise Wildlife Tour in Puerto Maldonado to Cachuela Clay Lick

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Witness hundreds of parrots, parakeets, and macaws at sunrise
• 02 Enjoy a scenic boat ride on the Tambopata River
• 03 Spot sloths in the treetops, capybaras on the riverbanks, and caimans near the water
• 04 Experience the Cachuela Clay Lick in the heart of the Peruvian Amazon

Begin your morning in the Peruvian Amazon with a unique natural spectacle at the Cachuela Parrots Clay Lick. As the sun rises, flocks of parrots, parakeets, and macaws gather along the Tambopata River to feed on mineral-rich clay. This extraordinary behavior helps them neutralize toxins from their diet while offering a dazzling display of sound, movement, and vibrant colors.

Observe the Cachuela Clay Lick, where colorful flocks of parrots and macaws descend to feed on mineral clay.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Puerto Maldonado, Tambopata National Reserve

Languages English, French, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Sunrise at Cachuela Clay Lick on the Tambopata River

• Pickup from your hotel in Puerto Maldonado.

• Travel by riverboat along the Tambopata River to the clay lick.

• Observe the Cachuela Clay Lick, where colorful flocks of parrots and macaws descend to feed on mineral clay.

• Look out for wildlife on the return journey, including sloths in the treetops, capybaras on the riverbanks, and caimans resting near the water.

• Return to Puerto Maldonado at around 7:30 AM.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Round-trip transportation from Puerto Maldonado

• Boat transfer to the clay lick

• Entrance fees

• Bilingual naturalist guide

• Light breakfast/snack

What's Not Included

• Meals and drinks not specified in the itinerary
• Personal expenses and tips
• Travel insurance
• Additional costs for pickups outside the Puerto Maldonado city center

What to bring

• Comfortable walking shoes

• Light, long-sleeved clothing (for protection against the sun and insects)

• Binoculars and a camera

• Sun hat, sunglasses, and insect repellent

• Reusable water bottle

Know before you go

• Activity starts very early (5:00 AM).

• Pickup is included from city center hotels; an extra charge may apply for locations outside the city.

• The tour is not wheelchair accessible.

• Family-friendly experience suitable for all ages.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Plaza De Armas Puerto Maldonado, Puerto Maldonado, Perú

Tour start

Puerto Maldonado, Perú

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.