Puerto Maldonado: Macaw Clay Lick 4-Day Tour & Accommodation

Puerto Maldonado: Macaw Clay Lick 4-Day Tour & Accommodation

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Discover the Amazon's beauty on our 4-day Macaw Clay Lick tour, witnessing stunning wildlife and lush trails in the rainforest.

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Highlights

Scarlet and green-winged macaws .
Photographer's dream .
Lush trails .
Monkeys, capybaras, and colorful birds

Description

Embark on a 4-day adventure to the Macaw Clay Lick, immersing yourself in the breathtaking beauty of the Peruvian Amazon. Witness the stunning spectacle of scarlet and green-winged macaws, traverse lush trails, and encounter monkeys, capybaras, and colorful birds. This tour offers a comprehensive Amazonian experience, culminating in the mesmerizing Macaw Clay Lick. Itinerary: DAY 1: Arrival: Transfer from the airport or bus station to the office for a final tour briefing. Store any unnecessary luggage for a comfortable trip. Transfer to Lodge: A 2-hour 4x4 truck ride to the Tambopata River or a 6-hour river journey (informational). Boat Ride: Board a boat to the Lodge. Welcome Meal: Enjoy breakfast or lunch, depending on arrival time. Introductory Walk: Explore the rainforest, observing amphibians, mammals, reptiles, and various insects. DAY 2: Early Start: Depart at 4:30 am to the world's largest macaw clay lick, CHUNCHO. Boat Ride: A 1.5-hour boat trip, possibly spotting capybaras, tapirs, and jaguars. Macaw Clay Lick: Witness hundreds of parrots and macaws eating clay, essential for their diet and toxin elimination. Enjoy the sight of colorful macaws, including reds, greens, blues, and yellows. Return: After breakfast, return to Puerto Maldonado and transfer to the lodge by boat. Monkey Island: Visit 'Monkey Island' to see brown capuchins, squirrel monkeys, and saddleback tamarins. Evening Caiman Search: Look for white caimans on the sandbanks of the Madre de Dios River, and possibly spot capybaras. Bring a flashlight. Dinner and Rest: Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay. DAY 3: Lake Sandoval: After breakfast, take a 3 km walk through the rainforest to Lake Sandoval. Board a rowing boat to observe shansho cormorants, jacanas, puma herons, buzzards, howler monkeys, brown capuchin monkeys, tamarins, sloths, and possibly the endangered giant river otters. Lunch: Return to the lodge for a typical lunch. Evening Walk: Explore the jungle at night to see insects, amphibians, reptiles, and other nocturnal creatures. Dinner and Rest: Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay. DAY 4: Morning Jungle Walk: Start at 5:30 a.m. with a walk to the canopy walkway, 30 meters high, offering a panoramic view of the Madre de Dios River. Observe birds such as toucans, macaws, tanagers, and orioles. Breakfast and Departure: After breakfast, return to the city and transfer to the airport or bus station. Experience the adventure of a lifetime on this 4-day Macaw Clay Lick Tour, perfect for those seeking a deep and comprehensive exploration of the Amazon.

Includes

Reception in the airport/ bus station transfer to Puerto Maldonado Professional Guide All meals (vegetarian optional) Purified water Transfer to the jungle to airport Accommodations in lodges First aid kit Rubber boots

Important Information

At least 02 passengers are required for departure. If you're traveling alone, please inquire about the possibility of joining an existing group or private tour.