Tambopata National Reserve

Tourism sector: Sandoval Sector

The Sandoval Lake Route

Considered one of the main tourist destinations of the Peruvian Amazon. In addition, the most visited by national and foreign tourists. Located in the Madre de Dios River basin, this 127-hectare water mirror is surrounded by palm trees teeming with macaws and is just half an hour from Puerto Maldonado by river. In its waters, which can be traveled in tour boats rented by local people and shelters, there is a permanent population of giant otters, which can be sighted in their morning fishing activities or grooming on logs on the shores of the lake. There is an observatory tower to get a panoramic view of the scenic lake.

The attraction features an elevated trail that provides accessibility to visitors with disabilities, as well as older adults. The Interpretation Center is on the way to the lake, next to the Sandoval Checkpoint.

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Tourism sector: Sandoval Sector

Quebrada Palma Real route

An ideal stream for lovers of sport fishing in the heart of the reserve. Quebrada Palma Real is in the Sandoval sector, on the right bank of Madre de Dios River, two hours from Puerto Maldonado. Here – in addition to observing the stunning landscapes of the low jungle – it is possible to do sport fishing, where you can catch tucunarés(Cichla ocellaris),one of the most precious fish in this region.

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Tourism sector: Sandoval Sector

The route of Quebrada Briolo

A route for lovers of wild flora and fauna, and for lovers of adventure. In Quebrada Briolo , visitors can kayak, take a boat ride, or enjoy all the majesty of the Amazon. A route close to Puerto Maldonado, ideal to spend a day in the heart of Tambopata jungle.

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Tourism sector: Middle Tambopata Sector

Lake Cocococha Route

A natural gem hidden in the Tambopata River. Cocococha offers the unique opportunity to observe the activities of a family of giant otters, the largest predator of Amazonian rivers and lakes. All this framed in the striking scenic beauty that the Forests of Amazonian palm trees grant.

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Tourism sector: Middle Tambopata Sector

Sachavacayoc Lake route

Another of the great spots to observe Tambopata National Reserve wildlife. Its name is due to the continuous presence of sachavacas (Tapirus terrestris),one of the most representative herbivorous mammals of the Amazon, exceedingly difficult to spot. This lagoon is also the permanent home of a family of giant otters, as well as huge anacondas.

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Tourism sector: Middle Tambopata Sector

Condenado lake route

An ideal destination to observe wild flora and fauna and feel the overwhelming force of the Amazon forest. This lake is on the right bank of the Tambopata River, 3 and a half hours by river from Puerto Maldonado and a 30-minute walk.

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Tourism sector: Middle Tambopata Sector

La Torre lake route

A route to know the secrets of La Torre Sector, one of the most scenic in the Tambopata basin. In these horseshoe lakes – ancient river arms formed by the constant mobility of the Amazonian channels – it is possible to observe a great variety of wildlife, such as monkeys, birds and, hopefully, large mammals such as capybaras, giant otters, jaguars, among other species. The lakes are on both banks of the La Torre River, 2 hours, and 30 minutes by boat from Puerto Maldonado.

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Tourism sector: High Tambopata Sector

Chuncho Clay Lick route

Parrot and macaw clay licks constitute one of the most amazing natural events in the Amazon, and only occur in the jungle of Peru. Every morning – as long as the sun rises – hundreds of birds, especially large macaws, flock to these clay walls on the banks of a river to consume mineral-rich soil, which serves as a food supplement. The Chuncho Clay Lick– considered the largest in the Amazon – is in the Alto Tambopata sector and has a hideout  so that visitors can enjoy this unparalleled spectacle, and without disturbing the wildlife.

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Tourism sector: High Tambopata Sector

Colorado Clay Lick route

Located on the left bank of the Tambopata River, this clay lick allows the visitor to observe the unique event of hundreds of macaws, parrots and parakeets congregating every sunny morning in search of clay, which they get from the walls of a large cliff on the banks of the river. An unparalleled opportunity to learn the secrets of the Amazon rainforest and its beautiful, colorful, and bustling inhabitants.

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