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Escape to the lush jungles of Puerto Maldonado, Peru’s biodiversity capital, and experience a unique two-day journey into the heart of nature. From spotting playful monkeys on “Monkey Island” to navigating Lake Sandoval’s serene waters, this tour offers unforgettable moments. Perfect for nature lovers, this adventure combines wildlife exploration, delicious meals, and comfortable accommodations to create a complete Amazon experience.
Arrival and Reception: Upon arrival at the airport or bus station, guests are warmly welcomed and taken to the Monte Amazonico Lodge office for a detailed overview of the itinerary.
Transfer to the Lodge: Enjoy a scenic one-hour boat ride to the lodge, where a refreshing fruit juice awaits as a welcome drink. After a quick check-in, guests settle into their cozy rooms.
Visit to Monkey Island: After lunch, explore “Monkey Island,” located across the Madre de Dios River. This island is home to various monkey species, including brown capuchins, squirrel monkeys, saddle-back tamarins, and white capuchins. After this lively activity, return to the lodge for some relaxation.
Nighttime Caiman Expedition: At night, embark on a thrilling caiman-spotting tour along the banks of the Madre de Dios River. Flashlights are essential for this adventure. With some luck, guests might also spot a capybara, the world’s largest rodent, weighing up to 60 kilos and related to the Peruvian cuy. Afterward, return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Morning Adventure: Start the day with an early breakfast before a short boat ride to the entrance of Lake Sandoval. After passing through the checkpoint, enjoy a 3-kilometer (2-mile) hike through the rainforest to the lake, known as a habitat for piranhas and one of the largest bodies of water in the Tambopata National Reserve.
Wildlife at Lake Sandoval: Once at the lake, embark on a rowing boat tour to observe incredible wildlife. Keep an eye out for bird species like hoatzins, cormorants, jacanas, puma herons, and eagles, as well as monkey species like howler monkeys, squirrel monkeys, and black capuchins. With some luck, you may also encounter a family of giant river otters, nearly two meters long and critically endangered, or spot the largest recorded caiman, which measures over 4 meters.
Return to the Lodge: After this awe-inspiring adventure, head back to the lodge to enjoy a traditional Amazonian lunch.
Departure: Conclude your journey with a return trip to the city, filled with memories of the Amazon’s incredible biodiversity.
Pack mosquito repellent, a flashlight, binoculars, sunscreen, personal items, hiking shoes, long-sleeved shirts, and long pants.
Embark on this Eco-Jungle adventure and experience the Amazon like never before!
To qualify for the student discount on Inca Trail Permits, travelers must meet the following requirements:
Student IDs will not be accepted for the discount under the following conditions:
This information is crucial for travelers seeking to benefit from discounted permits for the Inca Trail and Machu Picchu.
“Illapa Peru Trip” is a 100% Peruvian-owned tour operator based in Cusco, with extensive experience in hiking, adventure tours, and customized travel packages. As a completely local company, we’re dedicated to providing travelers with authentic, high-quality experiences.
Our vision as a local company is to deliver personalized travel and hiking journeys, managed exclusively by experienced local professionals, with a strong focus on HIGH-QUALITY and PERSONALIZED SERVICE.
We are proud of our reputation as a travel agency that upholds RESPONSIBLE and SUSTAINABLE practices benefiting both the environment and local communities.
We treat our team like family and ensure they receive fair wages. We are incredibly proud of each member of our team! Their dedication makes it possible for us to provide the top-notch service that our many travelers appreciate.
At “Illapa Peru Trip,” we understand that our reputation and the feedback from our travelers are essential for gaining the trust of future adventurers. You can check out honest reviews from our guests on TripAdvisor, Facebook, and Google to see why we’re a reliable choice for creating your Peruvian adventure.
To ensure a more personalized experience at “Illapa Peru Trip,” we keep our group sizes to a maximum of 8 travelers. This approach allows us to offer a tailored experience, unlike companies that operate with larger groups.
Our guides are our pride. They’re highly knowledgeable and professional, fluent in English, and deeply passionate about Inca culture and history. Each guide is committed to ongoing personal and professional development, allowing them to share accurate insights and fascinating theories about Andean heritage. They are friendly, athletic, and well-educated, with backgrounds in Archaeology, Tourism, Botany, History, or Anthropology.
Hiking with “Illapa Peru Trip” ensures a fulfilling experience. Our porters are here to make your journey comfortable and memorable. They carry your equipment, prepare meals, set up camps, and attend to your needs so you can relax and enjoy the adventure. Along the way, you’ll connect with local people, explore stunning sites, and discover historic Inca villages.
We provide our porters with essential equipment at no cost: jackets, sun hats, warm hats, shirts, pants, hiking boots, comfortable bags, canteens, back support belts, sleeping bags, mattresses, and travel insurance. Our porters come from remote communities, and by hiring them, we help improve their economic conditions and support their children’s education. We treat our porters like family!
Our team—guides, cooks, porters, muleteers—and our equipment make “Illapa Peru Trip” stand out from the competition. During our hikes, we provide:
“Illapa Peru Trip” is committed to giving back to isolated communities. We support social projects and prioritize hiring local staff.
We are proud to support local communities not only by providing employment but also by offering assistance to their families. This holistic approach benefits our employees from the Peruvian Andes and their loved ones, strengthening our connection to the local heritage.
