Tambopata Research Center

OVERVIEW:

Tambopata Research Center is the most remote lodge in the Amazon. There are no humans nearby so sightings of monkeys, macaws and other large species become more frequent. Jaguars are sometimes seen near the river bank! Tambopata Research Center is an excellent headquarters for in depth explorations of Amazonian nature and wildlife because of its remote location in uninhabited wilderness housing stable populations of endangered wildlife, the small scale of its infrastructure and operations and the presence of researchers and naturalist guides. Highlights include: Two Macaw Claylicks, 5 Distinct Pristine Habitats, Herds of White Lipped Peccaries, Macaw Research and Conservation, Canopy Tower, Natural Construction Rooms.


HIGHLIGHTS:

  • The lodge features 300 meters (almost 1000 feet) of elevated walkways! These walkways are located in the perfect level of the forest — in between the canopy and the floor — where wildlife becomes more active.
  • A trip to the Tambopata Research Center includes a visit to the 2 most important clay licks in the region: the Colorado and Chuncho Clay licks.
  • Support Research and Conservation. Since 1989, researchers have been carrying out groundbreaking conservation research.

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Suggested Expedition:

Immerse yourself in an in-depth luxury Amazon experience, in the heart of the Tambopata National Reserve in the most remote ecolodge in South America. Stay 3 nights at the Tambopata Research Center home of the Macaw Project and explore a variety of habitats which means different kinds of flora and fauna. Not to forget the huge macaw clay lick less than a kilometer from the lodge. Although you can design your own Amazon experience and let your inner explorer out, here are some ideas for you.

Amazon Rainforest

DETAILED ITINERARY:


Meals Included: B=Breakfast L=Lunch BxL=Picnic Lunch D=Dinner


DAY 1: ARRIVING IN MALDONADO - LODGE. (BxL,D)



Arrive in Puerto Maldonado, capital of Madre de Dios, and join a 1-hour bus and a 2.5 boat journey till the lodge. Your first taste of the Amazon culinary will be in the river while you leave the city to enjoy the amazing jungle landscapes.

As we cross the confluence with the Malinowski River, we will leave the final traces of human habitation behind. Within the 700,000 hectares uninhabited nucleus of the reserve, sightings of capybara, caiman, geese, macaws and other large species will become more frequent.

Caiman

Tambopata Research Center awaits – a spacious boutique eco-lodge, with bar, a massage center, and buffet service in the heart of National Reserve of Tambopata, being the only lodge inside the reserve surrounded by dozens of macaw nests belonging to the Macaw Project.



Accommodation includes rooms from 21 mts to 83 mts suites with a private bathroom and an open window facing the forest.

Your stay includes three meals daily, teas, coffee, guided excursions and activities, refreshments upon arriving, and transfers to and from the airport. We assign guides on private small groups of 6:1

This afternoon join the Overlook A three to five-kilometer hike will lead us to overlooks commanding magnificent views of the Tambopata winding its way into the lowlands. The forest on this trail, regenerating on the old bamboo forest, is good for Howler Monkey and Dusky Titi Monkey.

Jaguar

You will have the option of hiking out at night when most of the mammals are active but difficult to see. Easier to find are frogs with shapes and sounds as bizarre as their natural histories.

Overnight at Tambopata Research Center


Note: You are in charge of arriving to Puerto Maldonado, by plane. Our Services start and finish in Maldonado. This day you should arrive from 11 am - 12 pm.


DAY 2: TAMBOPATA RESEARCH CENTER. (B,L,D)

On most clear mornings of the year, dozens of large macaws and hundreds of parrots congregate on this large river bank in a raucous and colorful spectacle which inspired a National Geographic cover story.

Discretely located fifty meters from the cliff, we will observe Green-winged, Scarlet and Blue-and-gold Macaws and several species of smaller parrots descend to ingest clay. Outings are at dawn when the lick is most active.

Macaw Clay Lick

This five-kilometer trail covers the prototypical rain forest with immense trees crisscrossed by creeks and ponds. Amongst the figs, ceibas, and shihuahuacos we will go for a monkey search Squirrel, Brown Capuchin, and Spider Monkeys as well as peccaries. TRC is located within this habitat.



Ten minutes upriver from the lodge explore the island where is a tiny pond with a platform in the middle. It is a great place to spot waterfowl such as Muscovy duck, sunbittern and hoatzin along with the woodpeckers, oropendolas, flycatchers, and parakeets that call this pond their home.


After dinner scientists will provide a night lecture, an in-depth look at the biology of macaws, their feeding habits, the theories for clay lick use, their breeding and feeding ecology, population fluctuations and the threats to their conservation.

Overnight at Tambopata Research Center

Sandoval Lake

DAY 3: TAMBOPATA RESEARCH CENTER. (B,L,D)

Every morning is different at the clay lick, because of that you have another chance to join the morning excursion

An entirely different habitat characterized by smaller, thinner trees atop hills and slopes is covered by this five-kilometer trail of terra firme forest. Saddleback tamarins are frequently found here. As we walk near the limits of the swamp we will also keep our eyes open for rare tapir tracks.

Growing on the remains of an oxbow lake and providing both arboreal as well as terrestrial mammals with fruits throughout the year, the aguaje palms are one of the most important food sources in the rainforest. Demand for these fruits and great conditions for planting rice makes the palm swamp also one of the most threatened habitats.

Now, as afternoon slips into evening, you’re about to see one of the world’s most spectacular sunsets. The Sunset Cruise floats down the wide river, countless oranges and pinks reflecting off the water in lovely patterns.

Overnight at Tambopata Research Center

Sandoval Lake

DAY 4: LODGE - MALDONADO - CUSCO or LIMA. (B)


It is time to say goodbye, as the expedition comes to an end.

Your visit will make a direct contribution to the Macaw Project and the National Reserve of Tambopata.


You will take the journey back to the city to the airport for your national flight onwards


Note: This day you should book and leave on the last available flight in the afternoon in LATAM

PRICES PER PERSON IN US DOLLARS

DOUBLE or TRIPLE OCCUPANCY:
Standard Room: US$1100
Comfort Room: US$1290
Amazon Suite: US$1535
Suite Deluxe: US$1700
SINGLE OCCUPANCY:
Standard Room: US$1300
Comfort Room: US$1690
Amazon Suite: US$1950
Suite Deluxe: US$2200

Notes:

• IF YOU ARE SHORT ON TIME PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ALSO HAVE a 3 DAYS TRIP, CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION.

• We do not recommend children under 5, otherwise guest must sign disclaimer

• Additional and private services, as well as Explorer Guides in other languages, available upon request at an extra cost

• Rates subject to changes without prior notice

INCLUDED IN THE PRICES ACCORDING TO THE ITINERARY:

Assistance at the airport, Round trip transportation by land and river, (Airport / Lodge / Airport), Overnight at Tambopata Research Center (3 nights), Full board (from lunch on the first day to the breakfast on the last day), English speaking guide & all guided excursion described in the itinerary.


Does not include: International or domestic airfares (to or from Maldonado), *Park Entrance Fee US$75.00 pp, Services Taxes or visa fees, excess baggage charges, tips, additional nights during the trip due to flight cancellations, alcoholic beverages or bottled water, snacks, insurance of any kind, laundry, phone calls, radio calls or messages, reconfirmation of flights and items of personal nature.


*PLEASE ADD US$75 PER PERSON FOR PARK ENTRANCE FEE FOR TRC PROGRAMS. THE PARK ENTRANCE FEE INCLUDES TWO DIFFERENT PAYMENTS TO THE PERUVIAN AUTHORITY FOR PROTECTED AREAS. ONE IS THE PAYMENT TO ENTER THE TAMBOPATA NATIONAL RESERVA AND THE OTHER IS FOR VISITING THE TAMBOPATA RESEARCH CENTER AS IT HOLDS A PERMIT FOR OPERATIONS AND RESEARCH WITHIN THE RESERVE. BOTH PAYMENTS ARE CHARGED TO RAINFOREST EXPEDITIONS FOR EACH GUEST AT THE LODGE.


BOOKING & PAYMENT FOR THE TRIP:

- To reconfirm and book we will need you to send a deposit of 20% of the trip's price ASAP.

- The remaining balance has to be paid 90 days before your trip.

THE LODGE

All rooms have an authentic Ese-Eja décor which has been crafted by artists from the local community of Infierno. They have an open veranda to maximize the experience with the tropical rainforest and have: Mosquito Net, Hot Shower, Eco-friendly toiletries, Hammock, Safe Deposit Box, Wifi (Common areas: Three times per day)


8 Superior Rooms:21m2 / 226sq ft


8 Comfort Rooms: 44.50m2 / 479sq ft


8 Amazon Suites: 54.80m2 / 590sq ft


The nutritious meals are mainly prepared with organic and local farm products with special regional seasoning. Meals include vegetarian options..

ADDITIONAL TOURS IN CUSCO & THE SACRED VALLEY
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