Reserva Amazonica 4 Days / 3 Nights
Private service $782
4 Days / 3 Nights
Travelling to Tambopata National Reserve offers a rare opportunity to discover a lively biodiversity of birds, mammals, reptiles, insects and trees. Record-setting numbers of animal species are concentrated within small areas, and the variety of plant life is greater than almost anywhere in the world. To help you experience the wonder of this enchanting place, we have prepared a suggested itinerary for your stay.
• 4 days and 3 nights at the Hacienda Concepcion Lodge Take a Twilight River Boat Ride.
• Step into the Tambopata Candamo National Reserve.
• Be amazed at the impressive Sandoval Lake and its population of giant otters.
• Have a unique experience on the Canopy Walkway among the Amazon treetops.
• Explore the Aguajales Swamps, home to many local species.
• Enjoy the unique and varied flora and fauna of the Amazon Jungle.
• Visit a Butterfly House and learn about many species.
Arrive into Puerto Maldonado, coined the Capital of Biodiversity.
Transfer by road to the pier and begin your Amazon adventure with a
45-minute boat ride along the Madre de Dios River that splices through
the rainforest. The motorized wooden boat hugs the meandering riverbanks
to reach your eco-lodge, Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica, in the middle of
the rainforest.
After a short briefing, settle into your palm-thatched cabaña set within
Peru's first ever private ecological reserve; established by Inkaterra
in 1975, to protect this sensitive environment. After lunch, retreat to
your rustic-luxury cabin for a nap or a swing in your hammock before
choosing from the wide range of à-la-carte guided excursions with your
expert Inkaterra Explorer Guide. We recommend walking along the Trail
System for an immersive introduction into the intricate biodiversity of
the Amazon basin and the layers of the rainforest. Walk along towering
trees, like the Shihuahuaco, as your ears tune in to the croaks, rustles
and calls of the exotic wildlife inhabiting this rich ecosystem. There
are excellent opportunities for birding and observing an abundance of
flora. Keep your camera ready just in case sloths or monkeys appear on
the treetops.
In the late afternoon, we highly recommend taking our gentle Twilight
River excursion to witness the jungle transform from a diurnal to a
nocturnal world: where daytime animals and birds give way to species
specially adapted to the darkness of the night. You may also be able to
spot the likes of nightjars, owls, capybaras and caimans lurking on the
riverbanks.
Amazonian-inspired dinner is served in the main dining room from
19:00-22:00 where we invite you to enjoy a complimentary Pisco Sour
cocktail. Back in your comfy cabaña, listen to the intriguing sounds of
critters that inhabit the rainforest surrounding the lodge.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
The sunlight squeezes through the dense trees as jungle inhabitants awake
from their slumber. Optionally join them in the early hours, with buffet
breakfast served from 05:30. Visit Lake Sandoval this morning, a glassy,
ox-bow lake located inside the protected Tambopata National Reserve,
reached via a sun-dappled rainforest trail. Board a dug-out wooden canoe
to quietly paddle through a stream and glide onto Lake Sandoval, flanked
by picture-perfect palms. This serene lake is home to many species of
birds, the endangered giant river otter, red howler monkeys, red-bellied
macaws, anacondas, side-neck turtles, black caimans amongst others.
Return to Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica in time for lunch.
In the afternoon, we recommend climbing the exhilarating Inkaterra Canopy
Walkway. The Canopy Walkway is a sophisticated and safe 344 metre (1,135
feet) network of seven ecologically constructed hanging suspension
bridges, strung between eight treetop observation platforms above the
forest floor. This is an unforgettable opportunity to observe the
rainforest from the rooftop and gain a sense of its size. Ascend the
first vertiginous tower 38 metres (124 feet) above ground, keeping an
eye out for bright toucans, woodpeckers, trogons, monkeys and the
three-toed sloth. It's possible to extend your elevated stay with sunset
drinks from atop a tower, or spend a once-in-a-lifetime night in a
specially designed treehouse cabin with surprising comforts (additional
cost applies).
After descending, enjoy a 30-minute Anaconda Walk that follows a
200-meter (656 feet) raised wooden platform over a flooded aguajales
swamp. In this lush ecosystem you may observe various species of
amphibians, birds, mammals, abundant flora and interesting trees.
Back at the lodge, you can opt to enjoy a daily nature presentation in
the Eco Centre or book yourself an indulgent spa treatment.
A-la-carte dinner is served from 19:00.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Journey 25-minutes by boat to Gamitana Farm and Creek to unearth more of
the wonders of the rainforest. The Amazon is an almost endless source of
exotic fruits and vegetables, many with healing properties that support
local communities living in the remote jungle. At Gamitana model farm,
engulfed by the sounds and scents of the Amazon, you will get to see how
a variety of produce is grown by local farmers and sample some seasonal
forest fruits. Afterwards follow a dense jungle trail under the canopy
to reach Gamitana Creek.
This winding, dark water creek is home to abundant flora and fauna, with
many piranhas, caiman, turtles and birds hiding in its murky waters and
riverbanks. Return to Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica for lunch.
Head 35-minutes upriver to Inkaterra's sister lodge Hacienda Concepcion,
built on an old cocoa and rubber plantation. This site formerly
functioned as a medical centre, set up by Catholic missionaries in the
1950s, as well as a centre for ecological research. With over 200
different plant species found here, see why the rainforest is often
considered the world's largest pharmacy and learn about their uses and
benefits up-close. Afterwards, enjoy a relaxing 30-minute canoe trip to
look for turtles, sun grebes, nightjars and herons before returning to
your lodge.
Under the cover of darkness, venture out for the Rainforest by Night
excursion through Inkaterra's Ecological Reserve. Armed with
flashlights, duck under tree boughs as your senses heighten to the
movements in the undergrowth and nocturnal forest sounds that appear in
different directions around you. With your Inkaterra Explorer Guide,
encounter animal activity and spot species that only emerge with the
veil of nightfall.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
With a staggering roster of wildlife found in and around Inkaterra
Reserva Amazonica - 540 bird species have been inventoried in the
grounds of the lodge - enjoy your last morning in this natural
wonderland as parakeets chatter away in the trees and agouti mammals
scurry between the cabañas.
Check-out is at 10:00; depending on your departure flight time lunch can
also be arranged today (additional cost applies). Embark your
ready-waiting boat for the 45-minute return trip along the snaking Madre
de Dios River until arriving at the airport.
Please note that this three-day journey is a suggested itinerary.
Activities and excursions can be chosen on an à la carte basis on
arrival at the lodge and are subject to change depending on weather
conditions at the time of your visit, until arriving at the
airport.
Meals: Breakfast
• Lightweight and comfortable clothing: Choose long sleeves and long pants to protect yourself from the sun and insects. Neutral colors are best to avoid disturbing the wildlife.
• Waterproof footwear.
• Insect repellent: Use one that is effective against mosquitoes and other tropical insects.
• Sunscreen and hat: The sun can be strong in the jungle, so protect your skin with a good sunscreen and a wide-brimmed hat.
• Binoculars and camera: To observe wildlife up close and capture the stunning scenery.
• Reusable water bottle: Stay hydrated during the tour.
• Small backpack: To carry your essential items without being overloaded.
• Flashlight or headlamp: Useful for walking in the jungle at dawn or dusk.
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