The Amazing Amazon - Reserva Amazonica (3 days)
3 days duration
The Amazon Basin extends from Guyana and Venezuela in the north to Bolivia in the south and from the Atlantic in the east to the Andes of Peru in the west. It enters no less than nine countries but occupies more area in Brazil than all the other eight countries combined.
The Amazon River at the heart of this catchment has more fresh water in it than any other river on earth. Other major rivers to be found in the basin are the Rio Negro, originating in Venezuela, the Rio Napa with its source in Ecuador and the Madre de Dios of Peru. These four rivers, with their various tributaries, drain the extensive rainforests of the Amazon Basin.
Rainforest originally covered the entire Amazon Basin but due to logging the total area remaining is much reduced and shrinking by the day. The undisturbed parts of the forest are still home to many wild animals including Jaguar, Sloth, Tapir and many species of monkeys. There is also an abundance of bird, butterfly and plant species to be found here. Having said this you need to be aware that finding birds and animals in the forest is very difficult: when you visit, it will not be like what you have seen in the wildlife documentaries. The likelihood of seeing more than a few species of monkeys and birds is unlikely.
Many visitors to the Amazon Basin come away disappointed in that they were expecting to see more wildlife. If you go there expecting what you have seen in TV documentaries you too will be disappointed. It is not a question of the wildlife not being there, it is just very, very difficult to see.
The various points from which you can access the Amazon Basin all offer a very unique experience and a visit is well worth the time and effort because of the sheer magnificence of the rivers and the forests.
The Reserva Amazonica is a private ecological reserve and research centre which covers an area of 10,000 hectares. It is located near the city of Puerto Maldonado in the Southern Amazon region of Tambopata of Peru.
Puerto Maldonado is also the easiest part of the Amazon to access from Cuzco and Machu Picchu, being only a 35 minute flight from Cuzco. The lodge is ideally located on the banks of the Madre de Dios River. Built with natural materials it gives you a feeling of being part of the jungle but does not hold back on comfort.
| Day 1 |
Lima / Puerto Maldonado / Amazon Jungle |
Early this morning you board your flight from Lima Airport via Cuzco to Puerto Maldonado. On arrival you are met and taken from the airport to the river dock. A 60-minute journey down the Madre de Dios River by motor canoe brings you to the lodge, home for two nights. On arrival you are met by the local naturalist who will guide you for the next two days. (LD)
Your journey to Tambopata National Reserve offers a range of land and river excursions that introduce you to the magic of the Amazon rainforest. There are options to suit all interests.
The wildlife in the reserve is remarkable, from giant and colourful parrots, to toucans, macaws, tapirs, tamarins, owls and the beautiful South Amazon Red Squirrel. Additionally, there are thousands of species of butterflies, a large variety of monkeys, otters and four species of felines but to mention only some of what resides in this pristine environment. (BLD)
| Day 3 |
Amazon Jungle / Puerto Maldonado / Depart Lima or Cuzco |
Early this morning you are taken to the airport for your flight to Lima, via Cuzco. On arrival in Lima your tour comes to an end. It is also possible to end in Cuzco. (B)
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