As one of the most biodiverse areas on Earth. Its National parks and wildlife reserves host over 1000 species of butterflies, 200 species of mammals, around 800 species of birds, and hundreds of species of trees and plants.
Puerto Maldonado is a Southeastern Peruvian city located in the Amazon Rainforest on the confluence of the Tambopata and Madre de Dios Rivers, which serves as a tributary of the Amazon River. Puerto Maldonado is an incredible gateway to some of Peru’s most famous and magnificent National parks and Wildlife Reserves.
Puerto Maldonado is located nearby some of the World’s most pristine primary rainforests including Manu National Park, Tambopata National Reserve, and Bahuaja – Sonene National Park. These unique destinations contain 800 species of birds, 200 species of mammals, the largest number of species of butterflies on Earth as well as remarkable sites like oxbow lakes and clay licks, where hundreds of birds including macaws feed on clay.
There are a number of Puerto Maldonado jungle lodges that provide accommodation, meals and adventures into the surrounding jungle. Exciting excursions around the area include boat trips to the incredible Sandoval Lake, visits to local communities and hikes to the Monkey Island where loud red howler monkeys live side by side with large anacondas and drowsy turtles. Spend your day walking above the treetops, zip-lining through the jungle, fishing for piranhas or by simply admiring the countless species of plants and trees you won’t see anywhere else on Earth. In the evening search for caimans on the river’s edge or embark on a night walk through the jungle to see the nature which thrives when the sun goes down.
Three Reasons To Visit Puerto Maldonado:
Amazing Biodiversity
Puerto Maldonado is considered the “Biodiversity Capital of the World,” since it’s the jumping-off point for visiting the Tambopata National Reserve and the surrounding Amazon rainforest.
A Unique Experience
With so much nature unique to this region, it is safe to say Puerto Maldonado is unlike anywhere you will ever visit again. It is said that this city is the only place that gives you the sensation of witnessing the dawn of time.
Incredible Nature
With its biodiversity, vegetation and climate, Puerto Maldonado is the perfect destination for lovers of all things natural. This destination has limitless potential for unique interactions with mammals, birds, fish and local farmers.
Recommended things to do or visit
3-Day Posada Jungle Tour
Immerse yourself into the natural wonders of the Peruvian Amazon from the comfort of a unique rainforest lodge, owned by the local indigenous community. Your tour begins with a 45-minute boat ride from the town of Puerto Maldonado. Enjoy a guided rainforest expedition to Tres Chimbadas Lake in the Tambopata National Reserve, watch a riot of colorful birds at the Parrot Clay Lick and embark on several trails from the forest floor to the treetops! You’ll see amazing Amazonian wildlife such as rare river otters, caiman and toucans. Round-trip hotel transfers are included. Numbers are limited to 8 people, ensuring an intimate experience with a small group.
Duration: 3 days Eco-tour.
4-Day Refugio Jungle Tour
Get up close to the lush jungle and amazing wildlife of the Amazon during this 4-day/3-night adventure at a lodge handpicked by us. Spot an amazingly diverse array of wildlife including caimans, horned screamers, macaws and peccaries during a series of jungle treks and boat rides. You’ll also visit a local farm where exotic Amazon products are grown, stop by a Brazilian Nut Forest and you will have the opportunity to learn about conservation efforts in the park.
Duration: 4 days Eco-tour.
4-Day Inkaterra Jungle Tour
Enjoy the staggering wildlife of the lush Amazon jungle in this 4-day/3-night adventure at the Inkaterra lodge.
An Eco-luxury lodge in front of Madre de Dios River, inspired in the Ese’Eja culture, the property offers a varied selection of à-la-carte excursions such as day & night hikes, fishing, bird-watching, twilight river, lake Sandoval, Gamitana creek, butterfly house, boat rides and a visit to the Inkaterra Canopy Walkway, a bridge system at 30 mt / 99 ft above the ground, allowing adventurers to enjoy a privileged view of the Amazon jungle. In 2013, Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica was selected by National Geographic Traveler magazine among the World’s 25 best Eco-lodges.
Duration: 4 days Eco-tour
