Book 4-Day Amazon Adventure & Eco Tour in Puerto Maldonado - An incredible river journey

Welcome to your jungle adventure! Upon your arrival at Padre Almirez International Airport, your professional guide will greet you and accompany you throughout your stay. First, we will head to our office to secure official waterway permits and store any luggage you won't need. While there, enjoy a visit to the town's main square and capture stunning photos of the beautiful scenery, including the confluence of the Madre de Dios and Tambopata rivers from Grau Square.

• Capitania Port: Embark on a 40-minute voyage on the Madre de Dios River in a traditional Amazonian boat.
• Corto Maltes Amazonia Lodge: Enjoy a welcome cocktail and check into your charming bungalow. Relish a delicious lunch prepared by our skilled French chef.
• Jungle Trek: Embark on an afternoon trek to explore the rich biodiversity of the jungle, including tropical trees, medicinal plants, insects, and butterflies. Visit a lookout to observe toucans, macaws, and other birds at sunset.

After your trek, unwind with a swim in the pool or enjoy an exotic cocktail at our terrace bar. As evening falls, join us for a nocturnal boat excursion, where we'll try to spot the elusive white caiman along the riverbanks.

Conclude your day with a delightful dinner. Afterwards, socialize with fellow travelers at the bar or take a refreshing swim under the starlit Amazon sky, marveling at the Cross of the South.

In the morning, embark on a 20-minute trek to witness the vibrant spectacle at the parrot clay-lick, where at least five species of parrots gather to feed on essential clay. After this colorful display, enjoy breakfast and take some free time to explore the lush gardens of Corto Maltes Amazonia, home to a myriad of exotic plants and flowering trees.

During the day, set sail on the Madre de Dios River towards the captivating Monkey Island. Here, you’ll encounter various species of playful monkeys living in their natural habitat. Continue your voyage with a 30-minute boat ride to the Tambopata-Candamo National Reserve. Trek 5km through the dense rainforest, where you might spot giant trees, snakes, monkeys, birds, and possibly even the elusive jaguar.

• Sandoval Lake: Discover the serene beauty of this lake, home to a diverse array of wildlife including Hoatzins, Kingfisher, Cormorants, Squirrel monkeys, Howler monkeys, and Capuchin monkeys.
• Giant River Otters: Enjoy the sight of these fascinating creatures at play in the lake.
• Black Caimans and Piranhas: Observe these intriguing species, and perhaps catch a glimpse of anacondas among the reeds.
• Giant Arapaima: Marvel at this enormous fish, measuring over 2.5 meters and weighing more than 200kg.

As evening falls, travel by canoe to witness the breathtaking sunset over the lake, a truly unforgettable experience. On your return journey, keep an eye out for nocturnal animals emerging as the night sets in.

In the evening, satisfy your appetite with a delicious meal, featuring exotic flavors and delightful desserts. If you're still energized, unwind with music and conversation at the bar, savor a cocktail, or relax in a hammock surrounded by the soothing sounds of the rainforest. For ultimate relaxation, indulge in a massage from the lodge's skilled masseurs, ensuring a restful night in your comfortable bungalow.

8am Breakfast and free time to have a bath in the pool or maybe buy some exclusive Amazon handicrafts and jewelry in our shop. 10am: We will follow the course of the river for approximately 1, 5 hours in orderto visit a native community. Occasionally we can see monkeys, river turtles, caimans and various birds in the dense vegetation of the riverbanks. We will also see some medicinal plants. (Sangre de Grado, Oje, Capirona) The “Project for the Rescue of Cultural Values” supports the local native community “Palma Real”. It is the biggest with approximately 200 families of the Ese’eja tribe. This project, located at Gamitada island works together with two families that will introduce us to the cultural values of their ancestors, their language, their customs, their garments and their dances. In an era where globalization rapidly changes traditional societies this is a great opportunity to have direct contact with this tribe of ancient warriors and hunters. As well as a chance to support them economically with the purchase of some of their handmade products1pm: Circumnavigating the Gamatida Island we can occasionally see animals escaping the human presence. Afterwards we will visit achakra(local term for farm). We will get to know a variety of tropical fruits and other local products (Cocoa, bananas, café, cocona). Here we will also have lunch consisting of a typical Amazon dish. Thechacarero(farmer) will also let us taste some of the fruits that will later be taken to the city of Puerto Maldonado for consumption. Upon return to the lodge you will surely enjoy a bath in our swimming pool; maybe with a cocktail that might also serve as an aperitif for dinner. 8pm: Dinner is served. After dinner you can retire to our bar to have some tropical cocktails, relax chit-chatting in our reclining seats at the central terrace or have a bath in the pool underneath the shining Amazon sky.

After a delightful breakfast, it's time to bid farewell to the enchanting surroundings and the warm-hearted staff of Corto Maltes Amazonia. Your guide will accompany you on the journey back to the city. We'll stop by our office to collect any baggage left behind.

Next, immerse yourself in the vibrant local market, where you'll discover the rich agricultural bounty of the region, particularly the exotic fruits of the Amazon.

• Local Market: Explore a variety of Amazonian fruits and regional products.

As your Amazon adventure draws to a close, our team will escort you to the airport. We hope your trip was as delightful for you as it was for us to share this beautiful corner of Peru with you.

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