An Amazon jungle trip from Cusco is the best way to see the biodiversity of Peru
16 July 2026 (132 visits)Transitioning from the Andes to the Amazon basin is the ultimate Peru adventure. The rainforest package tours we offer in Tambopata, beginning with a short flight from Cusco, let travelers trade the historic cobblestone streets of the Inca capital for the lush, wildlife-rich rainforest we have been working to protect for more than 35 years.
To reach our jungle lodge in the heart of protected rainforest, all you need to do is fly from Cusco’s Alejandro Velasco Astete Airport to Puerto Maldonado, in just 45 minutes, or take a 10-hour bus ride from the mountains down into the lowland jungle, and when you get to Puerto Maldonado, we’ll take care of the rest!
An Amazon jungle trip with our comfortable rainforest lodge as your base is a richly rewarding way to experience Peru's astonishing biodiversity safely, in the hands of a team of experienced professionals. Our multi-day Tambopata itineraries feature deep jungle walks, night safaris, macaw clay lick visits, and boating on picturesque oxbow lakes, such as Lake Sachavacayoc.
At the Chuncho macaw clay lick, or the smaller El Gato lick, as part of your jungle package you can watch as mixed flocks of macaws, parrots and parakeets gather to feed on mineral-rich clay in the early morning. And at night, we’ll take you caiman spotting, on a nighttime boat ride in search of this apex predator’s unique “eye shine”.
When you plan your Peru vacation, with a loved one, family or a group of friends, you’re sure to want to see Cusco and Machu Picchu, and maybe even walk the Inca Trail. But remember, while Peru is famous for these and many other attractions in its Andean region, more than 60% of its territory lies within the Amazon basin. So, when you travel to Peru, make sure you set aside a few days, and visit us at our rainforest eco-lodge!
