What You Need to Know About Puerto Maldonado Tambopata Tours

Puerto Maldonado Tambopata tours harbors one of the wildest and least impacted habitats in the Amazon. Actually, it is in the short list of ‘must-see’ nature destinations not only in Peru but also in the entire South America. No wonder you will find most people opting for Tambopata tours whenever they want to run away from the stress that life brings at times.  Unfortunately, planning travel to Tambopata can prove to be confusing especially if it is your first time. To avoid making things complicated, here is what you need to know about Puerto Maldonado Tambopata tours.

What is Tambopata?

Most people only know about the Tambopata River together with the huge Tambopata National Reserve that protects it.  However, there is more than meets the eye since you are set to enjoy your stay whenever you are opting for Tambopata jungle tours. Tambopata’s biggest city is Puerto Maldonado and that is where most tourists travel to begin their jungle trip. To make it even better, Tambopata is right next to a number of rainforest reserves including Bahuaja Sonene National Park.

What to Expect When Visiting Tambopata

Most people who visit Tambopata will always want to see the Tambopata National Reserve and other areas around it. Well, this does not come as a surprise since the reserve is enormous and protects 1,061 square miles of wilderness. It boasts of a great habitat diversity from palm swamps to floodplains and wetlands, from bamboo groves to old-growth Amazonian rainforest. Thanks to the well-preserved habitat, you are set to encounter different species of mammals, butterflies and hundreds of species of plants and trees. During Tambopata Peru tours, you are also likely to come across Toucans, Caiman, Parrots and Macaws, Monkeys to name a few.

How to Get to Tambopata National Reserve

For you to get to Tambopata National Reserve, you will first have to go to Puerto Maldonado. This city acts as the gateway to the reserve and the capital of Madre de Dios. The good news is that you can take a plane since flights arrive from Cuzco or Lima at least three times in a day. Once you arrive at Puerto Maldonado airport, a Tambopata Amazon tours company will be waiting for you. However, you will have to make prior arrangements if you are to enjoy the services offered by tour providers.

The Bottom Line

You are definitely going to have a good time when opting for Puerto Maldonado Tambopata tours. After all, no one is going to visit the Amazon in order to stay inside the lodge. Remember, only the best Tambopata tours companies are going to ensure you catch a glimpse of every tourist attraction site. The vast majority of lodge and tour operators will include numerous activities such as Clay licks, canopy tower or walkway, boat or canoe around oxbow lakes to mention a few. You should therefore ensure you look for the best tour company there is if you are to enjoy your stay.

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