Wasai Lodge
5D/4N “Wild Tambopata Candamo Expediton”
Macaw Clay Lick & Sandoval Lake
Price per person US$ 596 on double occupancy / $36 Entrance fee to Nat.Park
This is a new tour being offered by WASAI Lodge and Expeditions to offer a genuine rainforest wilderness experience and an excellent opportunity to see some of the wildlife that Tambopata is famous for. A complete program which combines the comfort of beautiful lodges with the experience to spend a night camping in the Bahuaja Sonene National Park
Day 1.- Arrive in the jungle town of Puerto Maldonado. You will be met at the airport and transferred to the WASAÍ Maldonado Ecolodge. After a refreshing drink you will make the 4 hour journey up the Tambopata River into the primary rainforest of the Tambopata Reserve Zone with the opportunity to see local communities and wildlife along the banks of the river. You will arrive at the WASAI Tambopata Lodge in the late afternoon. After refreshments you will go on a short introductory night walk into the forest to look for some of the nocturnal creatures. Overnight at WASAI Tambopata Lodge. (L, D)
Day 2.- You will wake before dawn and cross the Tambopata River to walk to the parrot clay lick on the banks of the River Gato. You will watch parrots and parakeets gather and feed on the clay. On the walk you may see animals such as monkeys and other interesting plants and insects. After breakfast you can relax in the beautiful surroundings of the lodge, go fishing or swim in a nearby waterfall. After lunch you will make the 1 hour journey
further up the River Tambopata into the Bahuaja-Sonene National Park. This journey is an excellent opportunity to see birds and animals such as capybara, jaguar and large caiman. You will arrive at the site of the Chuncho Collpa in the late afternoon and establish camp on the river beach. You will watch the sun set and can swim in the river or have a go at catching some of the abundant fish. In the night you will attempt to see animals visiting the clay river banks to eat clay - and the animals that hunt them such as jaguar and caiman. Night at the camp site in the National Park. (B, L, D)
Day 3.- You will wake at dawn to the sound of Howler Monkeys and hundreds of parakeets wheeling through the red morning sky. You will watch several species of macaw and many species of parrots and parakeets gather to eat clay in the first few hours after sunrise. You will have a simple breakfast on the beach followed by a short walk through the forest to look for birds and animals. you will travel back down the river to the WASAI Tambopata Lodge for a late breakfast. Ethno botanical trekking leaning about medicinal plants. Lunch. In the afternoon guided trekking through one of the trails or if you prefer you can relax, go fishing or swimming or visit a local community. After an evening meal you will go out onto the river to get a close view of caiman ( alligators). Night at WASAI Tambopata Lodge. (B, L, D)
Day 4.- You will have breakfast and then make the journey back down the Tambopata River to Puerto Maldonado. You will arrive at WASAI Maldonado Ecolodge for lunch. In the afternoon you will Travel Down the Madre de Dios River and from there walk through the forest to the tranquil and beautiful Lake Sandoval. At the lake your guide will paddle you in a wooden canoe to look for Giant River Otters and birds such as Hoatzin and Aningha. You will walk back through the forest to look for some of the nocturnal creatures of the forest and then travel back to the lodge for a final evening meal. Night at WASAI Maldonado Ecolodge. (B, L, D)
Day 5.- Breakfast and transfer to the airport.B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner
This tour Includes:
• Transfer and transportation by road and boat
• lodging. accommodation on double basis with private bathroom
• full meals.( vegetarian option ).
• bilingual guide and rubber boots
• Water and typical natural beverages.
• Excursions with expert Jungle Guides in English.
Not Included:
• Flight tickets Lima to Puerto Maldonado or from Cusco ( tickets can be arranged by the Agency just let us know www.lan.com or with www.starperu.com )
• Airport tax US$ 7 per route.
• adventure activities (zip line
• laundry, telephone, alcoholic
• Internet and entrance fee to the National Park ($ 36.00 per passenger)
We recommend to Bring:
• A small Back pack.
• Lightweight, tightweave long cotton pants & long -sleaved cotton shirts
• A fleece and a windbreaker are advisable for cool evenings.
• Light raingear (poncho) for sudden downpours;
• Sneakers or other low heeled walking shoes are essential;
• Hat and sunscreen
• Insect repellent
• A water bottle,
• Good binoculars and a flashlight or headlight,
• Personal gear, toiletries, cameras, 400 exp film,
• Your passport, yellow fever certificate and extra money in plastic bags.
• A few energy snacks will be useful.
• Rubber boots will be provided at the lodge.
