The Best Amazon Trips 3 days
Experience the unforgettable beauty of the Peruvian The Best Amazon Trips 3 days Tambopata and Sandoval Lake Tour, specially designed for travelers who have limited time but want to discover the region’s most spectacular wildlife destinations.
This Amazon adventure combines two of the most impressive natural areas near Puerto Maldonado: the Tambopata National Reserve and the stunning Sandoval Lake. Explore pristine rainforest, witness the famous Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick, travel along jungle rivers, hike through ancient forests, and search for incredible wildlife with expert naturalist guides.
Perfect for nature lovers, photographers, birdwatchers, and adventure travelers, this short Amazon expedition offers an authentic rainforest experience filled with biodiversity, exploration, and unforgettable moments. Amazon trips Peru
The Best Amazon Trips 3 days
- Length: 3 Days/2 Nights The Best Amazon Trip .
- Type of service: Private or Group
- Location: Southern Peru, Madre de Dios Department, Puerto Maldonado, Sandoval Lake Reserve
- Activities: Amazon Travel , tambopata macaw clay lick chuncho , Sandoval Lake, palm clay-lick, amazon travel , 2 night activities, photography, bird watching, walks through the Tambopata reserve, exploring the Sandoval Lake reserve by canoe.
- Altitude: 139 – 400 m.a.s.l.
- Best time to visit:March – November
- Departure: Every Day
- Minimum of participants: 2
- Maximum of participants: 7
- Price per person: USD
- Double accommodation Per Person :
- Fixed and Private Departure : Daily
- Operates : All year
- Physical Demand : None
Tour Highlights : The Best Amazon Trips 3 days
Visit the famous Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick in Tambopata
Observe colorful macaws, parrots, and Amazon wildlife
Stay at a remote rainforest eco-lodge
Explore primary jungle trails with expert guides
Enjoy canopy tower views above the rainforest
Search for monkeys, caimans, turtles, and tropical birds
Experience a night jungle walk
Discover the spectacular Sandoval Lake ecosystem
Support sustainable Amazon conservation
Tambopata National Reserve: A Wildlife Paradise
Day 1: Puerto Maldonado to Tambopata – Arrival & Jungle Introduction
Your Amazon journey begins in Puerto Maldonado, the gateway to Peru’s southern rainforest.
After arrival, travel deep into the jungle with:
- A scenic 2-hour overland transfer
A 30-minute boat ride along the Tambopata River
As you travel through the rainforest, keep watch for birds, monkeys, and other wildlife along the riverbanks.
Upon arrival at Collpas Tambopata Inn, enjoy a warm welcome drink and a briefing about your Amazon adventure.
Located near the Tambopata National Reserve, this remote eco-lodge combines comfort with authentic jungle surroundings. The area provides excellent opportunities for wildlife observation, with monkeys and tropical birds often appearing near the lodge.
Begin your Amazon experience with a guided jungle hike through primary rainforest.
During the walk, your naturalist guide will introduce you to:
Medicinal plants , Amazon rainforest ecology , Native trees and vegetation , Wildlife habitats
Possible sightings include:
Several monkey species , Colorful tropical birds , Butterflies and insects
Continue to the 50-meter canopy tower for breathtaking views over the rainforest canopy. You may also cross a canopy bridge for an exciting perspective above the jungle floor.
Optional Night River Safari
After dinner, experience the Amazon after dark with an optional boat excursion along the Tambopata River.
Search for:
Black caimans , Nocturnal wildlife , River creatures active after sunset .
Day 2: Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick & Amazon Wildlife Experiences
Wake early for one of the most spectacular wildlife experiences in Peru: the Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick.
At sunrise, hundreds of parrots and several species of macaws gather along the clay wall in a breathtaking display of color and sound.
Possible sightings include:
Green-winged Macaws , Scarlet Macaws , Blue-and-yellow Macaws , Amazon parrots , Parakeets
The clay lick experience has been internationally recognized as one of the Amazon’s greatest wildlife spectacles.
Enjoy breakfast while observing this incredible natural event from a respectful distance.
Kayaking Adventure on the Tambopata River
Continue your exploration with a peaceful kayaking excursion along the river or nearby waterways.
Possible wildlife encounters include:
Capybaras , River turtles , Herons , Kingfishers
Other Amazon birds : Night Jungle Walk
After sunset, discover another side of the rainforest during a guided nocturnal walk.
The jungle transforms at night, revealing:
Tree frogs , Insects , Tarantulas
Nocturnal reptiles: Unique rainforest sounds
Day 3: Sandoval Lake Full-Day Expedition & Departure
After breakfast, return toward Puerto Maldonado before continuing to Sandoval Lake, one of the most spectacular destinations in the Tambopata region.
Enjoy:
A 40-minute boat ride
A 3-kilometer rainforest hike
A canoe exploration across the lake
Wildlife Observation at Sandoval Lake
This incredible ecosystem provides habitat for:
Red howler monkeys , Brown capuchins , Squirrel monkeys , Dusky titi monkeys , Saddle-back tamarins
With patience and favorable conditions, there is also an opportunity to observe the endangered giant river otter in its natural environment.
Enjoy lunch beside the lake while surrounded by rainforest sounds and breathtaking scenery.
Return to Puerto Maldonado : After your Sandoval Lake adventure, return to Puerto Maldonado for your onward flight or bus connection.
Please plan departure flights after 5:00 p.m. to allow enough time to complete the excursion comfortably.
Conservation & Sustainable Tourism :
By joining this Tambopata Amazon tour, you directly support responsible tourism and conservation efforts that help protect this extraordinary rainforest.
Your visit contributes to:
- Protection of rainforest habitats
Wildlife conservation
Sustainable local tourism
Community-based initiatives