Tambopata National Reserve
The location of our comfortable jungle lodge offers easy access to the wildlife habitats of Peru’s rainforest and the extraordinary biodiversity of Tambopata National Reserve. Because we are just a short flight away from Cusco, followed by a relaxing boat trip, travelers who visit Peru can include a jungle trip as part of their vacation, after visiting Cusco and Machu Picchu.
Ecosystem, fauna and flora
To the east of the Andes lies the Amazon basin, a lowland region known to biologists as subtropical humid forest, which receives less rainfall than tropical forest. The climate here is warm and humid. The driest season is from June to October, with an average of seven rainy days a month. During the rest of the year there is more rain, with January and February the rainiest months. Animals can be seen throughout the year. They often go to rivers and lakes to drink during the dry season, and because the fruiting season occurs during the rains, birds and monkeys are particularly active at this time of year.
Macaw clay lick
One of the most spectacular sights in the Amazon is a fascinating boat ride from the Ecolodge, at a bend in the river known as a clay lick. Here, hundreds of parrots and macaws from at least 10 species come together in the mornings from throughout the surrounding forest to feed, creating a spectacle of color and sound like no other in the natural world.
Eco-friendly river transport
When traveling on rivers we use fast, non-polluting launches made from fiberglass. No ancient trees are cut down to make our boats and we are able to cover long distances and show our guests more of the rainforest during their stay.
For more information about how you can enjoy a fascinating jungle trip into the heart of Peru’s Amazon rainforest with Tambopata Ecolodge, contact us directly: sales@tambopatalodge.com
