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Wake before dawn for a misty boat ride to El Chuncho’s macaw clay lick, climb a 38-meter canopy tower for treetop views, then paddle Sandoval Lake at sunset to watch giant otters and caimans. This five-day Tambopata itinerary pairs wildlife spectacle with ethnobotanical walks and lodge-based comfort.
Wake before dawn for a misty boat ride to El Chuncho’s macaw clay lick, climb a 38-meter canopy tower for treetop views, then paddle Sandoval Lake at sunset to watch giant otters and caimans. This five-day Tambopata itinerary pairs wildlife spectacle with ethnobotanical walks and lodge-based comfort.
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Operated by CHUNCHO LODGE · Puerto Maldonado, Madre de Dios
Dawn breaks over the Tambopata River and a motor launch slips through mist, the hull humming against a jungle soundtrack. You arrive at a simple lodge, swap city noise for cicadas and the distant calls of macaws. The day begins early here; wildlife does not wait.
moderate.
5 days.
Suitable for average fitness—able to walk 2–5 km on uneven, sometimes muddy trails and tolerate early mornings and humidity
Lodges are reached by road transfer from Puerto Maldonado followed by short river rides; operators include private transport and guide pickups from the city.
Yes—guided visits and park permits for the clay lick and Sandoval Lake are included as part of the multi-day tour itinerary.
Accommodations are comfortable jungle lodges with private or shared rooms, basic hot water availability varies and electricity may be limited to certain hours.
The program is advertised as suitable for all fitness levels, but early starts, boat transfers and tower climbs may challenge very young children or those with mobility issues.
Tambopata was designated to protect Amazonian biodiversity and indigenous territories; local communities have long used rivers and floodplain plants for food and medicine.
Sustainable lodge practices and regulated visits to clay licks and lakes help limit trampling and disturbance; follow guide instructions and avoid single-use plastics.
CHUNCHO LODGE operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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