Leaving civilization behind we venture deep into the Amazon Jungle by boat, travelling up the Tambopata to the Heath River on the Bolivian Border. Amidst the dense jungle canopy we have the opportunity to spot all manner of monkeys leaping boisterously from branch to branch, hiding in the foliage beneath are tapir, capybara and jaguar. Giant blue morpho butterflies flutter by and bright green frogs sit on rocks at our feet. We visit the Macaw Clay Lick, where from our floating blind we often see majestic macaws eating the clay, red and green, scarlet or sometimes yellow and blue macaws arrive along with many varieties of parrots with vibrant colours on their wings. From the Bolivian Jungle we cross back into Peru and walk through the jungle, looking for sloths and howler monkeys before taking to canoes. Paddling under the jungle canopy, the stunning surrounds of Sandoval Lake open up before of us. The late afternoon brings the lake to life with giant otters, spider monkeys and a unique and diverse array of birdlife.
Itinerary
| Day Number(s) | Title |
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| 1 | Transfer from Puerto Maldonado airport to river and travel by boat to Heath River Jungle Lodge. |
| 2 | Visit large macaw clay lick and enjoy comprehensive jungle activities. |
| 3-4 | River boat to Sandoval Lake Lodge. Lake cruise and jungle activities at a relaxed pace. |
| 5 | Return to Puerto Maldonado and transfer to the airport. |
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At A Glance
Trip Length |
5 days |
Trip Code |
PSRA5 |
Activities |
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| Wildlife (Easy) | |
Countries Visited |
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| Bolivia, Peru | |
Start City |
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| Puerto Maldonado, Madre de Dios, Peru | |
End City |
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| Puerto Maldonado, Madre de Dios, Peru | |
