Puerto Maldonado Amazon Tours – 2-Day Jungle Trip

Overview – Puerto Maldonado Amazon Tours

Puerto Maldonado Amazon Tours is the most efficient way to experience Peru’s Amazon rainforest in just two days without losing comfort, safety, or real wildlife encounters. This program is designed for travelers with limited time who still want to explore the lowland rainforest, spend a night in a jungle ecolodge, and witness true Amazon behavior at both sunset and dawn.

Unlike quick in-town excursions, this 2-Day Puerto Maldonado Amazon Tour takes you into the rainforest itself. You will walk canopy hanging bridges, experience a guided zipline circuit with safety gear, navigate the Tambopata River at sunset in search of wildlife, and visit a parrot and parakeet clay lick at first light — a colorful, high-energy dawn ritual as birds gather to feed on mineral-rich clay.

Small groups, bilingual naturalist guides, and a riverfront ecolodge are included. You are not handed off to a mass-market operator; you book directly with a local team based in Tambopata. That means better wildlife timing, more personal attention, real WhatsApp support if your flight changes, and transparent logistics.

Learn more about the protected rainforest region at the official
SERNANP – Tambopata National Reserve, and see additional background on
Tambopata National Reserve (Wikipedia).

Schedule & Departures (typical timing)

Airport or bus terminal pickup in Puerto Maldonado is included on Day 1. Activities are timed based on your arrival. On Day 2, you return to Puerto Maldonado in time for your onward flight or bus. Exact hours may shift with season, weather, and river levels.

Highlights – Puerto Maldonado Amazon Tours

• Canopy adventure: elevated hanging bridge and supervised zipline over the rainforest canopy.
• Tambopata River Sunset boat ride with chances to observe capybaras, caimans, turtles, kingfishers, herons, and river mammals at dusk.
• Early-morning visit to a parrot and parakeet clay lick — bursts of color and sound at dawn as birds feed on mineral-rich clay.
• Overnight stay in a real Amazon jungle ecolodge with full-board meals.
• Small groups, clear safety protocols, and direct coordination with your flights.

Our Lodges – Puerto Maldonado Amazon Tours

You will spend the night in a comfortable jungle ecolodge along the Tambopata or Madre de Dios River. Access is by boat or a combination of road and boat, depending on the lodge category you choose.

All lodge options include:

• Private bungalows with mosquito-netted beds
• Private bathroom
• Reliable electricity at night to charge phones, cameras, and batteries
• Full-board meals using fresh regional ingredients

Comfort and Premium lodge categories may also include hot showers and WiFi access near the dining area. You are sleeping in the rainforest — not in town — but still resting with privacy, proper bedding, and basic modern comforts.

What to Bring

• Lightweight long-sleeved clothing, rain jacket, insect repellent, sunscreen
• Hiking shoes or rubber boots (boots are provided when needed)
• Flashlight or headlamp with spare batteries
• Binoculars and refillable water bottle
• Passport (required for protected area entry)
• Electronics/chargers (standard 220V outlets are available at the lodge to recharge devices at night)

Physical Difficulty & Conditions

Most activities are easy to moderate and suitable for first-time jungle travelers. Expect short guided walks on flat rainforest trails, climbing secure platforms for the canopy circuit, and boarding stable motorized boats. You may need to step over roots or muddy patches, which is normal for the Amazon; rubber boots and safety gear are provided when needed. Expect warm, humid conditions (around 25–32 °C / 77–90 °F) and possible tropical rain showers. Activities continue rain or shine, with timing adjusted for comfort and safety.

Getting Here – Flights to Puerto Maldonado (PEM)

Most travelers fly to Puerto Maldonado (PEM) from Lima or Cusco. We meet you on arrival (airport or bus terminal), take you to the lodge, and bring you back at the end of the tour. No additional transport is required. Many guests visit Cusco/Machu Picchu first, then fly to Puerto Maldonado for this Puerto Maldonado Amazon Tour before continuing to Lima.

Why Book Puerto Maldonado Amazon Tours with Tambopata Wild

Best Value & Easy Logistics

• Small groups, typically 2–6 travelers per guide, for better wildlife viewing and photography
• Direct local operator based in Tambopata — not a reseller in another city
• Secure online payments and clear pre-trip communication
• Airport pickup and drop-off included
• Luggage support: bring only what you need to the lodge; we can safely store extra city luggage in Puerto Maldonado

Local Expertise & Safer Experience

• Bilingual naturalist guides specialized in Tambopata ecosystems
• Canopy hanging bridge and zipline activities supervised with proper harnesses and safety procedures
• Mandatory life jackets on river navigation
• Guides and boat captains carry first-aid kits and radio communication
• All excursions are led at a relaxed pace; this program is suitable even if you have never visited the rainforest before

Support Before & During Your Tour

• WhatsApp support for real-time updates if your flight or bus schedule changes
• Pre-arrival packing advice and weather expectations
• Assistance with dietary needs and medical considerations

Itinerary – Puerto Maldonado Amazon Tours (2 Days / 1 Night)

Day 1 – Canopy Walk, Zipline & Tambopata River Sunset

Pickup & Transfer: We greet you at the Puerto Maldonado airport or bus terminal. From there, travel by road and/or boat to your ecolodge on the Tambopata or Madre de Dios River. On arrival you’ll receive a welcome drink and safety briefing.

Canopy Hanging Bridge & Zipline Circuit: Walk suspended bridges among the rainforest canopy, moving safely between platforms high in the trees. With your guide’s supervision and proper harnesses, you’ll then glide on a controlled zipline across a stretch of primary forest. This is an unforgettable perspective of the Amazon from above — and it’s designed for normal travelers, not only adrenaline experts.

Lunch & Lodge Time: Enjoy lunch at the lodge, then rest in your private bungalow, surrounded by jungle sounds. Bungalows include mosquito-netted bedding, a private bathroom, and nighttime electricity to recharge phones and cameras. In Comfort / Premium categories, hot showers and WiFi (in common areas) may be available.

Tambopata River Sunset Cruise: In the late afternoon, board a motorized canoe and navigate the Tambopata River as the forest shifts into golden light. Scan the banks for capybaras, turtles, and shorebirds such as herons and kingfishers. As dusk approaches, caimans begin to appear along the muddy edges. Guides position the boat quietly for observation and photography instead of rushing past wildlife.

Dinner & Overnight: Return to the lodge for dinner. Night at the ecolodge inside the rainforest, listening to frogs, insects, and distant night birds.

Day 2 – Parrot Clay Lick & Return to Puerto Maldonado

Parrot & Parakeet Clay Lick at Dawn: Before sunrise, travel by boat to a nearby clay lick where parrots and parakeets gather in the treetops. At first light they descend in bursts of color and noise to eat mineral-rich clay, which helps neutralize natural toxins from rainforest fruits and seeds. It’s a loud, high-energy natural show — perfect for early-morning photography and bird lovers.

Breakfast & Check-Out: Return to the lodge for breakfast. After some free time for photos or short trails around the property, check out.

Return Transfer: Travel back to Puerto Maldonado (boat and/or road) in time for your onward flight or bus. End of services for your 2-Day Puerto Maldonado Amazon Tour.

What’s Included – Puerto Maldonado Amazon Tours

• Round-trip transfers from/to Puerto Maldonado airport or bus terminal (pickup included)
• All river and/or road transport to and from the lodge
• Meals: Day 1 lunch & dinner; Day 2 breakfast
• 1 night in a jungle ecolodge (private bungalow with mosquito nets, private bathroom, and electricity at night)
• All scheduled activities: canopy hanging bridge & zipline circuit; Tambopata River Sunset cruise; dawn parrot & parakeet clay lick
• Bilingual naturalist guide (small-group service, typically 2–6 travelers per guide)
• Entrance fees for scheduled activities and protected areas
• Safety equipment for navigation and canopy activities (life jackets, harnesses, first-aid kit, radio communication)
• Luggage assistance and safe storage for extra city luggage in Puerto Maldonado

Not Included

• Flights to/from Puerto Maldonado
• Dinner on Day 2 (after tour conclusion)
• Alcoholic beverages and personal expenses
• Snacks or dishes not included in the daily established menu
• Extra taxis or private transfers not described in the program
• Travel insurance (recommended)

Tour Price – Puerto Maldonado Amazon Tours

USD 200 per person – Based on double occupancy.
Private departures. Minimum 2 travelers.

How to Book – Puerto Maldonado Amazon Tours

1. Contact us to confirm availability for your preferred dates
2. Pay a 50% deposit to secure your booking (net of transfer fees)
3. Send full names, passport numbers, arrival details (flight/bus), and dietary restrictions
4. Pay the remaining balance upon arrival at the lodge

Terms & Policies – Puerto Maldonado Amazon Tours

Payment Policy

• 50% deposit required to confirm your reservation
• Balance payable upon arrival at the lodge
• Payments via PayPal, bank transfer, or secure card link (net of fees)

Cancellation & Refund Policy

• 60+ days before arrival: 20% refund (minus transfer fees)
• Less than 60 days before arrival: No refund
• Date changes allowed up to 15 days before arrival, subject to availability

Travel Conditions

The order of activities may vary due to weather, river conditions, or wildlife behavior. Activities take place rain or shine, adjusted for safety and best wildlife viewing. We recommend purchasing travel insurance for all Amazon trips.

Health & Safety

• Please inform us of any medical conditions, allergies, or dietary needs in advance
• All tours are operated by trained guides following established Amazon safety protocols
• Life jackets are mandatory during river navigation
• Harnesses are used for canopy and zipline activities; everything is supervised
• Guides carry first-aid kits and radio communication during excursions

Related Tours – Tambopata Wild

• Lake Sandoval Full Day Tour – wildlife inside Tambopata National Reserve
• Tambopata River Sunset Tour – evening wildlife cruise with caiman spotting
• Tambopata Jungle Night Walk – discover the rainforest after dark

Contact Tambopata Wild – Puerto Maldonado Amazon Tours

If you want the real Amazon — canopy bridges in the treetops, a river sunset cruise scanning for capybaras and caimans, and parrots exploding in color at dawn — handled by professional local guides with safe logistics and comfortable lodging, this 2-Day Puerto Maldonado Amazon Tour is your best short-stay option.

Tambopata Wild
Email: info@tambopatawild.com
WhatsApp: +51 935 485 301
Website: www.tambopatawild.com

Puerto Maldonado Amazon Tours – FAQs

Is this tour safe if I’ve never been to the Amazon before?

Yes. All activities are guided, life jackets are required on the river, and canopy/zipline activities use proper harnesses under professional supervision. Guides carry first-aid kits and radio communication. The pace is relaxed and designed for first-time jungle travelers.

Is this good for families and kids?

Yes. We adapt timing and walking pace for families with children. The canopy walk (with supervision), boat ride at sunset looking for caimans and capybaras, and the dawn parrot clay lick are often the highlights for younger travelers. Groups are typically 2–6 people per guide, not a crowded bus tour.

Do I need to be very fit?

No. Expect short guided walks on generally flat rainforest trails, climbing stable platforms for the canopy circuit, and stepping into/out of motorized boats with assistance. Heat and humidity are part of the experience, but the program is moderate and suitable for most visitors.

Can I connect this with Cusco or Machu Picchu?

Yes. Most travelers fly from Cusco to Puerto Maldonado, spend two days in the Amazon, and then continue on to Lima. We include airport pickup on arrival and bring you back for your outbound flight or bus at the end of Day 2.

Trip Outline – Puerto Maldonado Amazon Tours – 2-Day Jungle Trip

Day 1 – Canopy Walk, Zipline & Tambopata River Sunset

• Pick-up from Puerto Maldonado (airport or bus terminal).
• Boat (or road + boat) transfer to ecolodge.
• Welcome drink and orientation.
• Adventure circuit: hanging bridge & zipline with guide supervision.
• Lunch at the lodge.
• Afternoon Tambopata River Sunset boat ride with wildlife spotting.
• Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Day 2 – Parrot Clay Lick & Return

• Early departure to a nearby parrot clay lick at dawn (parrots & parakeets).
• Breakfast at the lodge.
• Free time and check-out.
• Boat/road transfer back to Puerto Maldonado for onward travel.

What’s Included – Puerto Maldonado Amazon Tours

• Round-trip transfers from Puerto Maldonado (airport or bus terminal).
• Boat or road + boat transfer to your rainforest ecolodge.
• 1 night in jungle ecolodge (private bungalow with mosquito net).
• Meals from lunch on Day 1 to breakfast on Day 2.
• Bilingual naturalist guide in small groups.
• Entrance fees to scheduled activities and protected areas.

Not Included – Puerto Maldonado Amazon Tours

• Flights to/from Puerto Maldonado.
• Dinner on Day 2.
• Alcoholic beverages and personal expenses.
• Travel insurance.