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Puerto Maldonado Tambopata Trip: The Best Itinerary

Tambopata is one of the wildest corners of the Amazon. Here is how to explore it — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Tambopata
  2. 2Clay lick
  3. 3Sandoval
  4. 4Reserve

The Tambopata Reserve

Deep protected rainforest.

A macaw clay lick

The dawn parade of parrots.

Lake Sandoval

Otters on a mirror lake.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Puerto Maldonado — prices per person.

Il meglio di Tambopata 3 notti da JunglePro
Puerto Maldonado
Il meglio di Tambopata 3 notti da JunglePro
4.9(168)·96 ore
da$670/ persona
via Viator
Tambopata 3 giorni Amazon Tour : Macaws, Caimans & Jungle
Puerto Maldonado
Tambopata 3 giorni Amazon Tour : Macaws, Caimans & Jungle
5.0(15)·72 ore
da$578/ persona
via Viator
Escursione di un'intera giornata al lago Sandoval a Tambopata
Puerto Maldonado
Escursione di un'intera giornata al lago Sandoval a Tambopata
5.0(16)·9 ore
da$60/ persona
via Viator
Tour di 4 giorni a Tambopata e Puerto Maldonado – Esplora l’Amazzonia
Puerto Maldonado
Tour di 4 giorni a Tambopata e Puerto Maldonado – Esplora l’Amazzonia
4.7(14)·96 ore
da$970/ persona
via Viator
Intera giornata al Lago Sandoval
Puerto Maldonado
Intera giornata al Lago Sandoval
4.5(22)·8 ore
da$70/ persona
via Viator

Puerto Maldonado Tambopata trip — FAQ

How do you reach the Tambopata Reserve?
By road from Puerto Maldonado and then a motorised canoe up the Tambopata River.
What makes Tambopata special?
Its pristine rainforest, macaw clay licks and rich wildlife, from giant otters to jaguars.
How long should a Tambopata trip be?
Three to four days let you reach the best clay licks and lakes deep in the reserve.

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Tambopata ReserveLake SandovalJungle LodgeMacaw Clay LickWildlife & Jungle Walks