Macaw Clay Lick Tours
A dawn spectacle: tours reach a riverbank clay lick where hundreds of parrots and macaws gather at sunrise to eat mineral-rich clay, filling the air with colour and sound. One of the Amazon’s great wildlife shows.
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Macaw Clay Lick in Puerto Maldonado — FAQ
What is a macaw clay lick?
A riverbank of mineral-rich clay where parrots and macaws gather at dawn to feed, creating a blaze of colour.
When is the best time to see it?
At first light — tours start very early to reach the clay lick as the birds arrive.
Which clay licks are near Puerto Maldonado?
The Chuncho and Colorado clay licks in the Tambopata reserve are the most famous.