Macaw Clay Lick Tambopata: 2-Day Peruvian Jungle Experience

Discover the magic in 2 unforgettable days.

Macaw Clay Lick Tambopata invites you on a breathtaking 2-day Amazon experience. Explore the wild heart of Tambopata, where vibrant macaws gather at the famous clay lick and serene Sandoval Lake reveals its stunning biodiversity. With every step, enjoy encounters with monkeys, birds, and giant river otters. Perfectly planned for both nature lovers and curious travelers, this tour blends action and tranquility in a lush paradise. Discover more in Peru travel.

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ITINERARY Macaw Clay Lick Tambopata

DAY 1: PUERTO MALDONADO – TAMBOPATA RIVER – MONTE AMAZÓNICO LODGE

🛬 Upon arrival in Puerto Maldonado, we’ll transfer you to the Monte Amazónico Lodge office for check-in. If you bring large luggage, we suggest repacking only essentials.

🚙 We drive for 2 hours in a 4×4 vehicle to the Tambopata River and board a motorized boat to the lodge. After a warm welcome and room assignment, we enjoy a delicious lunch.

🌳 In the afternoon, we set off on an introductory walk through the tropical rainforest. Here, you might spot amphibians, reptiles, monkeys, and other exotic creatures in their natural habitat.

DAY 2: MACAW CLAY LICK – TAMBOPATA RESERVE – BOTANICAL GARDEN – PUERTO MALDONADO

🌄 At 4:30 a.m., we depart by boat along the Tambopata River toward the Macaw Clay Lick Tambopata, located inside the Tambopata National Reserve. During the 90-minute journey, there’s a good chance of seeing capybaras, tapirs, or even jaguars.

🦜 Upon arrival, enjoy one of the most spectacular natural events: hundreds of parrots and macaws—red, green, blue, and yellow—gather to eat mineral-rich clay.

☕ After returning to the lodge for breakfast and rest, we visit a botanical garden where your guide will explain the uses of medicinal, fruit-bearing, and timber plants. Finally, we head back to Puerto Maldonado for your return transfer to the airport or bus station.

RECOMMENDATIONS

🎒 Bring a small backpack with only essentials

🦟 Use insect repellent (DEET 40% or higher recommended)

🌞 Pack sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat

🥾 Wear comfortable hiking shoes and long-sleeve clothing

📷 Don’t forget your camera, binoculars, and rain poncho

PRICE AND INCLUSIONS Macaw Clay Lick Tambopata

Each trip is tailored to your specific needs and desires, so our prices vary depending on the number of people traveling, the desired level of accommodation, and the activities included, among other factors.

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ACCOMMODATIONS

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