Tambopata National Reserve

The journey begins with a climb up a tower and staircase, leading to a treetop platform marking the start of a thrilling 200-meter zip-line. Here, breathtaking views complement the rush of overcoming fears and the adrenaline surge as participants, secured in top-notch harnesses, launch from the platform onto the zip-line, reaching a height of 27 meters.

Next, a challenging 75-meter log walkway, suspended 27 meters above the ground, extends from this platform. It's a test of balance, leading to another platform at the start of the second zip-line. This 160-meter return flight takes adventurers back to the tower and staircase, descending to the forest floor, before heading back to the Amazon Garden Lodge.

Tambopata National Reserve

Post-lunch, upon reaching Monkey Island, a spectacle awaits with diverse monkeys - capuchins, tamarins, and squirrel monkeys - energetically swinging through the trees and eagerly accepting food from visitors' hands.

After returning to the Amazon Garden Lodge, the evening offers nocturnal activities, including caiman spotting.

Tambopata National Reserve

Following a delightful breakfast, each traveler will be provided with lunch and snacks before we embark on a boat journey to the control point of the Tambopata National Reserve Zone. After a trek of about one and a half hours through the lush rainforest, we will find ourselves nearing the renowned Sandoval Lake. Our path is adorned with towering ancient trees and a network of entwined vines. Along the way, we'll encounter a diverse array of flora and fauna, including Giant Otters, various bird species, colorful butterflies, turtles, and an assortment of fish.

Lago Sandoval

We'll spend a few hours exploring the serene beauty of Sandoval Lake, which is among the most picturesque lakes in the region.

After this immersive experience, we'll return to the Amazon Garden Lodge for dinner and a restful evening.

This day starts with a visit to the Ese'Ejas Native Community, the largest in the Ese Eja area, comprising around 200 families. We will have the chance to meet two of these families. Located on Gamitana Island, the "Rescuing Cultural Values" Project is an initiative working with these families to showcase their ancestral culture, language, traditions, attire, and dances. In today's fast-paced, modern world, we often overlook the rich tapestry of ancient cultures and traditions. The Ese'Eja community provides a unique window into the lives and customs of indigenous people, offering us a rare opportunity to interact directly with descendants of ancient warriors and hunters, and to immerse ourselves in their ancestral ways. Lunch will be served at 1:00 p.m.

Tambopata National Reserve

The afternoon promises an exciting sport fishing adventure near to Madre de Dios River. With some luck, we might catch various species like the pictus catfish, smallmouth catfish, armored catfish, and red-eyed piranha.

The day concludes with a return to the hostel for dinner and a well-deserved rest.

Tambopata National Reserve

Parrots and parakeets consume a special kind of clay that supplies essential salts and minerals. These nutrients are crucial for metabolizing and counteracting the toxins and acids found in their natural diet of flowers, fruits, and seeds. Consequently, these birds gather daily at salt licks, which are clay-rich areas along the rivers and streams in the Madre de Dios region of the Amazon rainforest.

Around 7:00 a.m., after observing this natural phenomenon, we'll head back to the lodge for breakfast.

Puerto Maldonado

Following that, we'll return to Puerto Maldonado and ensure you are safely dropped off at the Airport or Bus Terminal.