Ultimate guide to Tambopata for a jungle tour in Peru's Amazon
16 April 2026 (123 visits)If you are dreaming of an unforgettable jungle vacation trip, look no further than Tambopata National Reserve, here in southeastern Peru. One of the most biodiverse places on Earth, Tambopata offers an authentic Amazon rainforest experience, perfect for both nature lovers and thrill-seekers.
If you are looking for a 3- or 4-day Amazon rainforest tour that includes guided excursions deep into the jungle, we are the best place in Peru for an Amazon trip as part of a Peru vacation.
Why choose Tambopata National Reserve? Located in an area of protected rainforest easy to reach by air from Cusco or Lima, Tambopata protects 1.4 million hectares of pristine and fauna-rich lowland rainforest and savannah. Tambopata is widely considered one of the best places in the Amazon to spot wildlife, including tapirs, monkeys, and several species of macaws, parrots and parakeets at our famous clay licks. With the help of our expert guides –and with a little time, patience and good luck- our guests can even spot jaguars and giant river otters!
For your jungle trip, the top activities we include from our Tambopata Ecolodge base include macaw clay licks, jungle hiking and trekking on rainforest trails with expert naturalist guides in search of unique plants and elusive mammals, and night safaris. During these nighttime trips, our guests can spot on the Tambopata river and forest trails nocturnal species that include caimans, tree frogs and tarantulas.
Here at our rainforest lodge we offer a truly immersive experience, through half-day and full-day guided trips deep into the National Reserve, with countless chances to spot wildlife. If you are looking for a sustainable tourism experience in the Amazon, we are your best choice. When you visit us, by choosing responsible tourism you are helping us to conserve the Amazon.
If you’re ready to book your Amazon adventure now, check out our 3- and 4-day itineraries, and come and stay with us in our rainforest home!
