Experience Tambopata Sandoval Lake & Monkey Island for 4 days and wake up to the sounds of howler monkeys in the heart of the Amazon rainforest. Navigate winding rivers, discover the magical Sandoval Lake, and hike among ancient trees. A unique adventure that connects you with the purest nature on the planet.
Duration
4 Days
Difficulty
Moderate, Moderate
600 feet (139 meters)
3B, 3L, 3D
by Bus
All year
Arrival in Puerto Maldonado & Transfer to Amazon Garden Lodge
Your Amazon adventure begins with a warm welcome at Puerto Maldonado Airport or the bus terminal. Our team will meet you and transfer you to our local office, where you can safely store any luggage you will not need during your rainforest stay.
Depending on your arrival time, you may have the opportunity to explore the city’s main square and visit the Plaza Grau viewpoint. From here, admire the spectacular confluence of two important Amazonian rivers: the Madre de Dios and Tambopata.
At approximately 11:00 a.m., we will transfer you to the river port, where you will board a traditional motorized boat for a scenic 40-minute journey along the Madre de Dios River to Amazon Garden Lodge. Upon arrival, our staff will welcome you with a refreshing juice made from local tropical fruits and assist you with check-in and accommodation.
Canopy Walkway – Discover the Amazon from Above
After settling into your room, meet your guide for a short walk through the lush rainforest toward our canopy walkway. Experience the Amazon from an elevated perspective, surrounded by towering trees, vibrant vegetation, and the sounds of tropical birds.
Your knowledgeable local guide will introduce you to the fascinating flora and fauna of the region, explaining the importance of this unique ecosystem. Take your time to appreciate the spectacular forest scenery and enjoy a peaceful connection with nature.
Zipline Adventure – Fly Over the Rainforest
Continue your adventure with an exciting zipline experience above the tropical forest. Before starting, a qualified instructor will provide a safety briefing and help you put on the necessary protective equipment.
Once ready, enjoy an exhilarating 190-meter ride across the rainforest canopy. At the opposite platform, our staff will assist you as you cross a 75-meter suspension bridge before taking another 190-meter zipline back to the starting point.
This thrilling activity offers a unique opportunity to experience the Amazon from a completely different perspective.
Amazonian Lunch & Relaxation
Return to the lodge and enjoy a delicious traditional Amazonian lunch prepared with fresh local ingredients. Afterward, take some time to relax in the hammocks, enjoy the peaceful surroundings, and listen to the beautiful sounds of tropical birds.
Kayaking Adventure & Monkey Island
In the afternoon, get ready for another exciting experience along the Madre de Dios River. After receiving your life jacket and safety instructions, take a short motorized boat ride before transferring to your kayak.
Paddle through the beautiful Amazonian waters while enjoying the surrounding rainforest scenery. For additional safety, a support boat will accompany the group throughout the activity.
After kayaking, continue to Monkey Island, where you will have the opportunity to observe different species of monkeys in their natural surroundings. Accompanied by your naturalist guide, learn about their behavior, feeding habits, and interactions while discovering the importance of protecting their habitat.
Return to Amazon Garden Lodge and enjoy some free time to relax, have a refreshing drink, and admire the beautiful Amazonian sunset.
Nighttime Wildlife Safari – Search for Caimans & Capybaras
After sunset, embark on an exciting nighttime wildlife safari along the riverbanks in search of caimans and other fascinating nocturnal creatures. Using a spotlight, your experienced guide will help you spot these reptiles and explain their behavior, habitat, and role in the Amazon ecosystem.
During the excursion, you will also have the opportunity to observe capybaras, the world’s largest rodents, along with nocturnal birds, insects, and other wildlife that become active after dark. Keep your camera ready as you explore the riverbanks under the Amazonian night sky.
Return to Amazon Garden Lodge for a delicious traditional dinner and a relaxing overnight stay surrounded by the magical sounds of the rainforest.
Lake Sandoval in Peru is listed as one of the most beautiful and beautiful lakes in the Peruvian Amazon. It is a masterpiece of lake geography.
It is a splendid space for observing birds such as herons, macaws, small parrots, kingfishers, wild ducks, hoatzin or shansho (a species of wild chicken with a bow of feathers on its head) and toucans; and also several species of lizards, such as the black lizard, alligators, giant otters or river wolves, small primates, tapirs, turtles and a multiplicity of butterflies.
It originates in one of the meanders of the Madre de Dios River, on its right bank. It is three kilometers (1.86 mi) long, 1 kilometer (0.62 mi) wide, and has a depth ranging from 0.5 to three meters (1.64 to 9.84 ft). It is shaped like a half moon. The average water temperature is 26oC (78.8oC).
Sandoval is surrounded by large aguajales, a swampy ecosystem where the aguaje palm tree (Mauritia flexuosa) grows, whose branches fall into the lake itself. Mahogany, hungurahui, lupuna, and platanillo trees can be seen.
Near Puerto-Maldonado, this small island in the middle of the Madre de Dios River has been for some years the refuge of monkeys that have been recovered by police services for the protection of wildlife in order to save them from animal trafficking. and reintegrate them into the natural environment. This island can be a visiting point to easily appreciate the monkeys in a natural environment.
The Tambopata National Reserve is an impressive and biodiverse protected area located in the Amazon rainforest of southeastern Peru. Here are some of the highlights of the Tambopata National Reserve:
Tamboáta is home to an incredible variety of plant and animal species, including more than 600 species of birds, 1,200 species of butterflies, 169 species of mammals, and 103 species of amphibians.
Tambopata is famous for its clay licks, where large numbers of macaws and parrots gather to feed on mineral-rich clay.
The reserve encompasses vast expanses of pristine Amazon rainforest, offering visitors the opportunity to explore and experience the wonders of this unique ecosystem.
In Tambopata we can find many rivers. These canals provide a means of transportation within the reserve and also offer opportunities for activities such as river cruises, kayaking, and fishing.
Wildlife in Tambopata is Abundant, we can find species such as jaguars, giant river otters, capybaras, tapirs, giant anteaters and several species of monkeys.
The Tambopata National Reserve promotes sustainable tourism practices, with the aim of minimizing the impact on the environment and supporting local communities.
PLEASE, AVOID THE RUSHED/POOLED BIG 30-40 PPL GROUP SIZES & THE LARGE NOISY JUNGLE DORMS/PERSONALIZED GROUP SERVICE WITH US!!!
Accomodation Based on twin beds/Matrimonial room Jungle Bungalow(02ppl in one room with Private Shower and Bathroom/If you want to Camp and sleep in a tent, Let us know)
ACTIVITIES TO DO:
TAMBOPATA NATURAL RESERVE – PUERTO MALDONADO (Sandovale Lake & Monkey Island) 4/Days
Price is per Person based on (Twin Bed/or Matrimonial Accomodation) In PRIVATE BUNGALOW (Private Bathroom & Shower)
We need at least 02 of you and Leave any day you suit.
All Departures 100% Guaranteed If You’re Booked, You are Going !!! To Confirm and Secure the Permits to the Tambopata Natural Reserve.
To confirm the tour/trek we need you to send us your personal information: Full Names, Passport Numbers, Nationalities, Ages, Gender as well as a deposit to secure the trip/tour.
As soon as you had sent us all your personal information as well as the deposit we will send you a Trip Confirmation by email.
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the remaining, you will pay in cash(briefing day) without taxes.
Please, After your deposit, send Us, Transfer Number to: peruamazongardenlodge@gmail.com, After we are going to confirm your deposit and reservation.
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In Peru as in many parts of the world, there are good times, the time of the rain and the long time, but there are times when you visit Tambopata during the time of the rain, all of which will depend on what you hope to see and what you will experience in it. Amazonian salt. But we will explain to you.
In the Tambopata region is rainy from May until October, but you can lover at any time. The winds of visiting the forest during the dry season sound that the trails are not with so much mud, in the dry station it is easier to see the macaws and hay my activities of birds.
The rainy season begins during the November months and continues until April, although these events are generally more frequent from November to December. At this time it is easier to see the macaws and the flowers in the clay collars.
If you want to see flowers and macaws, you can visit the animals at the dry station, with our Amazon Garden Lodge guides you can see more animals in any of my years.
If you decide to travel with your loved ones there are many possibilities to see you in any age of the year.
The monkeys are coming red, the Monkeys are red, and the troops of squirrel monkeys come with fruits around the lakes, The Spider Monkey is most easy to encounter during the season that sells to come fruit, but with our guides you will not lose them more peculiar animals
We recommend not carrying more than 15 kilos (33 pounds per piece).
You can already have your heavier equipment at our new office in Puerto Maldonado.
No, piloting drones is not permitted in our ecolodges because the wildlife and the forest is dense. Furthermore, we must respect the flora and fauna that may be affected by the drone and may also destroy your drone.
We are safe for you to travel with your children, because the experience of traveling in Peru is one of the most rewarding things, but we do not recommend traveling with children under 3 years old; children between 3 and 7 years old are most recommended, but they do not have any activities that take place in the early morning or end very late. But if you’re a child less than 8 years old, you might enjoy more activities; Please note that, if your children are unable to do so, the guides do not hold you responsible for the charge.
For other reasons, it is recommended to take a bottle of first aids that is suitable for use.
The Peruvian Amazon, depending on the climate that you are always recommended to receive the necessary vacuums, consult your head doctor in advance before knowing this information; Most recommended is to be taken between 4 and 6 weeks beforehand. If you do not require vaccinations to travel to Peru, the Center for Control and the Prevention of Diseases of the United States (CDC) has the following recommendations:
All of our activities in the Peruvian region we have first aid kit to deal with the majority of cases that may arise.
All our new guides are certified, which means that they are prepared to deal with foreseeable emergencies (break bones or bites of snakes) but not complete emergencies (like an apprehension).
For snake bites, Until now unknown in Tambopata, we have extractors and an antidote in each lodge. In the event of evacuation, we must travel to the Puerto Maldonado. During the day, evacuations take approximately 20% less time than our regular ships. During the night, evacuations are expected to be approximately 30% more. In Puerto Maldonado you can visit a Clinic
We provide natural water for 24 hours of the day, but we do not recommend drink water from the river, lake or any tree.
We have water for drink in many areas of the hotel. We Purify the water with treatment based on ozone. Drinking water is available in the hotel, and in the world, so we must use it wisely.
In Tambopata, the daytime temperature varies between 78°F and 93°F (24°C and 31°C), but the average nighttime temperature is between 66°F and 78°F (20°C and 24°C).
From May to September, the frequent cold weather from Argentina can warm up to the south-west of the Amazon, raising daytime temperatures to 50°F (9°C) and nighttime temperatures to 43°F (5°C). In this case, it is recommended that the clothes are suitable for the cold and the cold weather for this time.
The November holidays in April are considered as the weather of the rain, with the rain that may persist for hours or days. During this period, 80% of the annual average precipitation of 3000 mm is maintained. Prepare for adverse climatic conditions and intense rain.
Following our environmental guidelines, we use exclusively biodegradable products, such as soap and shampoo made from Brazil nuts, which you can find in the bathroom.
In case of being allergic to the clouds, we advise, and we facilitate a lemon juice. Both towels and towels are washed with a biodegradable detergent, and the bathrooms are cleaned with environmentally friendly products.
We have phone available in our hotel! In case of emergency, we can obtain signal on our cellular phone
Is allowed to smoke in the lobby and bar, except during lunch hours. Please do not smoke in your room, at restaurants, on boats or during activities.
Please request the security box to keep your important documents and papers. Avoid having valuable objects on view of others.
If you require guidance or proper use of the security box, do not hesitate to consult your route guide or the loaded accommodation.
We recommend that you use a sunscreen, a battery charger, a small backpack, a water bottle, floor glasses, a bag holder, a passport, a waterproof bag and insect repellent.
It is advisable to protect your photography equipment with a water-protected package. For constant humidity in the tropical forest, we recommend storing any losses in plastic bags and taking precautions when using them.
The electrical supply varies depending on the location in the Ecolodges. It provides energy of 220 volts in specific times, and in certain areas it uses solar energy of 12 volts.
Avoid traveling alone in the forest. It is recommended to cover it completely and use it accordingly. Please be careful to avoid snakes and hormones.
We recommend taking a small amount of dinner in case you need an extra baby at the Lodge like refreshments, beer, babies and/or tips for the staff will be at your service.
Please send us an email for our vegetarian options with your food requirements.
We do not recommend enter to the rivers due to the presence of caimans and other aquatic animals. It is best enjoyed by the rivers in a box or in the shore.
Yes, we have options for night tours to observe the night life. These excursions are guided tours and offer opportunities for worm species such as luminous insects, frogs, caimans and other animals.
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