Overview — 2-Day Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick Tour

The 2-Day Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick Tour is designed for travelers who want to reach one of the most important wildlife sites in Tambopata with an efficient overnight itinerary. The program begins in Puerto Maldonado and continues by road and river toward Chuncho Lodge, located near the Tambopata River and strategically positioned for early access to the macaw clay lick.

This itinerary combines the forest canopy, night wildlife activity, river navigation, and the sunrise macaw clay lick experience. It is especially recommended for travelers interested in macaws, parrots, photography, rainforest scenery, and a short but meaningful Amazon experience.

The order of activities may vary due to weather, river conditions, protected-area logistics, or operational adjustments, while always fulfilling the established program.

Highlights — 2-Day Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick Tour

This short Tambopata tour combines canopy observation, night forest exploration, river wildlife, and the sunrise spectacle of parrots and macaws gathering at the clay lick.

• Road transfer from Puerto Maldonado through the Interoceanic Highway and forest access road
• Boat navigation along the Tambopata River to reach Chuncho Lodge
• Introductory rainforest walk and canopy tower experience
• Possible observation of macaws, toucans, and monkeys from the canopy area
• Night walk with insects, frogs, and nocturnal forest activity
• Early-morning river navigation toward the Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick
• Observation of parrots and macaws at sunrise
• Possible sightings along the riverbanks, including capybaras, caimans, turtles, monkeys, and wildlife tracks
• Picnic breakfast during the clay lick observation session

Itinerary — Tambopata Macaw Clay Lick 2 Days / 1 Night

The itinerary is structured around the best observation window at Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick, with Day 1 focused on access, lodge arrival, canopy views, and night forest activity, and Day 2 dedicated to the sunrise clay lick session.

Day 1 — Into the Canopy Kingdom

Your journey begins in Puerto Maldonado, where you are welcomed at the airport, bus terminal, or city hotel and transferred to the Chuncho Lodge office. After a short introduction and final arrangements, you set off along the Interoceanic Highway, crossing 48 kilometers of paved road before turning onto an 18-kilometer forest track that leads to the banks of the Tambopata River and the Filadelfia community.

From here, you will take a short boat ride downstream to the lodge. Upon arrival at Chuncho Lodge, your home for the next couple of days in the heart of the Amazon, you will be welcomed and shown to your rooms.

After lunch, your first exploration awaits: a short introductory walk through the forest leading to the canopy tower, where you will be able to enjoy the forest from another perspective. Step by step, you rise above the trees until the rainforest stretches endlessly in every direction.

From the canopy tower, the forest canopy is alive with activity. Macaws, toucans, and monkeys may pass by at eye level, offering a different perspective of rainforest life above the forest floor.

On your way back, discover life at night during a night walk. The forest reveals a different rhythm after dark, with insects humming, frogs calling, and nocturnal creatures beginning their activities. It is a gentle but captivating introduction to life in the rainforest.

Day 2 — Flight of Colours

The day begins early, with a 04:30 a.m. departure upriver. As your boat cuts through the mist at dawn, watch the riverbanks carefully: capybaras often graze here, tapirs leave their tracks, and sometimes even a jaguar appears.

At last, you arrive at the world’s largest Macaw Clay Lick. Chairs are set up along the riverbank as you wait in silence for the sky to erupt with wings. Parrots and macaws circle above before descending to the clay lick.

Scarlet, red-and-green, and blue-and-yellow macaws may join smaller species such as blue-headed, orange-cheeked, and dusky-headed parrots. It is one of the most powerful wildlife spectacles in South America.

You will be invited to enjoy a picnic breakfast while observing this natural show.

During the return to the lodge, the river again offers surprises, including caimans resting on sandbanks, turtles basking on logs, or troops of monkeys crossing the canopy.

Lunch is followed by your transfer back to the city. End of services.

What’s Included — 2-Day Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick Tour

The following services are included in the 2-day Tambopata Macaw Clay Lick program.

• English-speaking guide
• Transportation
• Entrance fees to the Tambopata National Reserve
• Main meals
• Lodging

What’s Not Included

The following items are not included in the program and should be considered when planning your trip.

• Tips
• Alcoholic beverages

What to Bring — 2-Day Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick Tour

To make your stay as enjoyable and unforgettable as possible, we recommend bringing the following items with you.

• Light clothes
• Bathing suit
• Flashlight
• Insect repellent and sunscreen
• Water bottle
• Binoculars
• Hat or cap
• Rain jacket
• Flip flops or sandals

Why Book This Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick Tour with Tambopata Wild

This program is designed for travelers who want to focus on the Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick while still including a complete overnight rainforest experience with lodge stay, river navigation, canopy views, and night wildlife activity.

Tambopata Wild coordinates the experience with reliable local logistics, direct communication, and clear pre-trip support, helping travelers organize their visit to one of the most important macaw clay lick sites in Tambopata.

How to Reserve — 2-Day Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick Tour

1. Send your request: preferred dates and number of travelers.
2. Receive availability: we confirm space and share the final tour details.
3. Confirm with a deposit: your reservation is secured once the deposit is received.
4. Receive confirmation: written confirmation with meeting point and pick-up details.
5. Pay the balance: the remaining balance is normally paid upon arrival unless otherwise indicated in writing.

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Terms, Payments and Policies

Booking and Payments

• A deposit is required to confirm your booking.
• The remaining balance is due on arrival in Puerto Maldonado unless specified differently in writing.
• Net amount requirement: any transfer fees, bank charges, or transaction commissions must be covered by the payer.

Payment Methods

• PayPal: info@tambopatawild.com (Jesus Mendez Torres)
• Credit/Debit Card: secure payment link available upon request
• Bank Transfer: available upon request; sender covers all transfer fees

Cancellation and Refunds

• 60+ days before arrival: full refund minus transfer or transaction fees
• 30–60 days before arrival: 50% refund
• Less than 30 days before arrival: no refunds
• No-shows or early departures are non-refundable

Rescheduling

• Rescheduling is allowed up to 15 days before arrival, subject to availability
• Requests made less than 15 days before arrival are treated as a cancellation

Operational Notes

• Weather, river levels, and protected-area logistics may affect timing and routing
• The order of activities may vary due to weather or logistics, always fulfilling the established program.
• The specific jungle lodge used may change based on availability while keeping the structure and included services equivalent
• Wildlife sightings are natural and cannot be guaranteed
• Macaw clay lick activity depends on weather conditions, river conditions, season, and natural bird behavior

Related Tambopata Tours

• Tambopata Wild Home
• Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick Tours
• Tambopata Amazon Tours
• Lake Sandoval Tours
• 3-Day Tambopata Amazon Tour
• 4-Day Tambopata Amazon Tour

Contact to Book the 2-Day Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick Tour

For reservations and inquiries about the 2-Day Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick Tour, you can contact Tambopata Wild directly.

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

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