TAMBO JUNGLE LODGE

TAMBO JUNGLE LODGE - PUERTO MALDONADO TAMBOPATA-PERU

The Capital of the Biodiversity

We know you will enjoy the personal attention provided by our staff and facilities at the newly refurbished Tambo Jungle Lodge on the shores of the Alto Madre de Dios River.

Our 12 double occupancy bugalows ensure that you are not surrounded by more tourists than animals and this makes for a more relaxing tranquil visit with more opportunity to find the wildlife!. Just enough other travellers to make it interesting but not overbearing. Triple bed accommodation is available on request.

Our bilingual guides will educate and entertain you with the mysteries of the Jungle, enrich you with

traditional local myth and legend and the surprising history of this area. You will be amazed by the

qualities of it´s plants, from which most of our medicines originated and from which most of the cures we

desperately seek will be found if we don’t destroy it first. Each evening there will be some form of nocturnal activities. Night walks (optional for those who don´t want to look for Tarantulas and other creepy crawlies), Cayman spotting when conditions are optimal. And it´s possible, that your favorite memory of the Jungle will be the delicious meals, combining international & local cuisine, carefully prepared with fresh, high quality ingredients.

Tambo Jungle Lodge provides ecotourism at its best, working with people from the region to improve their lives, conserving the environment and preserving the rain forest ecosystem

4 Day Program : Please Note: the order of the days may be rearranged as necessary but all sights will be visited unless extreme weather conditions etc make this unsafe.

DAY 1 : CUSCO / PUERTO MALDONADO - JUNGLE LODGE

On arrival of your flight to Puerto Maldonado, Our Guide/Staff will meet you at the Airport and transfer you to the Centre of the town- where you can experience the exotic local market. Depending on the arrival time of the flights we may have the first lunch here or while traveling to the lodge or in the lodge. Your excess luggage will be stored safely in our Office in Puerto Maldonado and then we will continue onto the port. We take our private boat along the Madre de Dios River for approximately 1 hour to TAMBO JUNGLE LODGE. A cool welcome drink awaits you and then you´ll be shown to your Bungalows to settle in.

In the afternoon we will take a 30 min boat journey to Monkey Island where you can appreciate a great diversity of monkeys such as the “Maquisapa”, “Martin”, “Little lions”, “Frailes”, “Achuñis”, Ronsocos” etc, as well as a rich variety of birds.

Return to JUNGLE LODGE , for a delicious traditional Dinner. Nocturnal Activities are available each night. These range from nocturnal walks, talks on different topics and Cayman spotting when conditions are optiomal.

DAY 2 : JUNGLE LODGE/ SANDOVAL LAKE. / MONKEY ISLAND

After a great Jungle Breakfast, we take a 1and a half hour walk to the famous Sandoval Lake, passing through virgin forest, home to beautiful flora and fauna including Giant Otters, Water Birds, Alligators, wild hens, Taricayas (small turtles) and a variety of fish. We will spend a few hours in canoe on this one of the most beautiful lakes in the Madre de Dios where you can fish for piranha, row, swim, walk or simply relax before returning to the Lodge in the afternoon. We will have a box lunch at Sandoval lake. One of the most awe inspiring features of the Jungle is the enormity of the trees and you will have the experience of standing at the base of the huge Lupuna. We may take a short visit to the Fitzcarral boat or there is the opportunity to visit the traditional “chacras” farming areas of the zone. Return to the lodge. Dinner. Nocturnal Activities (optional)

DAY 3 : JUNGLE LODGE / TARICAYA

Jungle Breakfast, Further opportunities for discovering the amazing ecosystem up close along an array of trails. We will travel a further 1 hour down river to the Taricaya Project of specialized trails where you´ll be led by your guide. He will further amaze you with the marvels of the jungle through a gentle hike and learning to recognize bird calls, footprints and medicinal plants and their qualities. .

After our lunch here you will have the experience of their Canopy Walk.

Return to the Lodge between 4and 5 in the afternoon for your final sunset in the Jungle before a traditional

Farewell Dinner. Nocturnal Activities (optional)

DAY 04: JUNGLE LODGE / COLLPA DE LOROS / PUERTO MALDONADO / CUSCO or LIMA.

Very early departure to witness the spectacle of the Collpa de Loros, Sunrise on the river as we journey 1 and a half hours to a clay wall where hundreds of green parrots congregate at first light each morning. We will generally be able to spend about an hour here before reboarding the boat to enjoy breakfast on our return to Puerto Maldonado. Checkin 2 hours before flight and then time to visit the stunning Butterfly farm before your flight on to Cusco or Lima Despedida a la Selva.|

COST OF THE TOUR :

  • 4 / Days US$ 225
  • 3 / Days US$ 185 Day 1, 2 and 4 in program
  • 2 / Days US$ 145

Packages Includes:

  • Transfer to Cusco Airport on to Lodge and return to Puerto Maldonado Airport
  • Fluvial Fluvial transportation on the Rio Madre de Dios.
  • Entrance fee to Sandoval Lake US$ 10; Canopy Walk / Taricaya Project US$ 10 and Butterfly Farm
  • Roundtrip ground transportation (Airport / Tambo Jungle Lodge / Airport).
  • Accommodation in Bugalows on double basis with private bathroom
  • Full Board at the lodge.( vegetarian option ).
  • Water and typical natural beverages.
  • Excursions with expert Jungle Guides in English. Guide services in English
  • Life vests, rubber boots.
  • Accommodation at Tambo Jungle Lodge based on double or triple room, for single rooms a supplement of 30% will be charged

FLIGHT TICKETS ( Package does not Include: )

Flight prices depend on Availabilty and are usually cheapest when Reserved well in advance. !

CUSCO / PUERTO MALDONADO / CUSCO Approx: US$ 145 - $160 from June 2008 approx $30 more so please request specific quotes for your exact dates

CUSCO / PUERTO MALDONADO /LIMA Approx: US$ $175 - 180 from June 2008 approx $30 more so please request specific quotes for your exact dates

  • Airport Tax US$ 5 per flight ,
  • Extra Drinks, Tips are Optional at your discretion..

Important : When you confirm your reservation, (Sending your Booking Form by e mail or by Fax) Please provide us with the following information:

  • Name of each person
  • Nationality and passport number
  • Date and duration of your stay
  • Occupation & Food Restrictions

TAMBO JUNGLE LODGE : EXTRA INFO AND CONDITIONS

It`s not necessary to bring all of your luggage with you to the actual Lodge. You will enjoy your trip more if only the essentials are brought. We highly recommend you prepare your day pack a day before your trip. Your main baggage can be left in our store room at our office in Puerto Maldonado on the first day of the itinerary, so we won’t be carrying them around for no reason. We will have your bag waiting for you on your return to the airport the day you leave.

Please note: Guests should arrive in clothes which they do not mind getting slightly dirty or wet, and should wear footwear that is suitable to walk on a rain forest trail. Sun cream, insect repellent, hat and waterproof clothing should be carried in hand luggage and kept accessible for the journey to the lodge.

WHAT TO BRING ALONG TO THE LODGE:

  • A small rucksack,
  • Lightweight, tightweave long cotton pants & long -sleaved cotton shirts
  • Afleece and a windbreaker are advisable for cool evenings.
  • Light raingear (poncho) for sudden downpours;
  • Sneakers or other low heeled walking shoes are essential;
  • A light hat and sunscreen lotion are wise;
  • Insect repellent is a must, preferably with deet;
  • 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.

If you have extra large sized feet we may not be able to find rubber boots in your size for the muddy trails as they are generally not available in Peru….so please bring old shoes for the muddy trails.

Important: Though we have not heard of anyone contracting yellow fever anywhere in Peru in many years, We, nevertheless recommend a yellow fever vaccination for trips to the rainforest. This vaccination is required or recommended for most rainforest areas around the world. The vaccination, which is valid for 10 years, is only really effective starting10 days after it is administered – if you choose to be vaccinated please keep this in mind and bring your certificate.

The general weather conditions, are warm and humid. In Tambopata the average daytime high temperature is between 82° and 93° F (25° and 31°C) and the average nighttime low is between 62° and 73° F (16° and 22°C). Nevertheless between May and September, cold fronts from Argentina can sweep into southwestern Amazonia and push daytime highs down to 50° F (9° C) and the nighttime lows to 43° F (5° C). Thus, during that season always be potentially prepared for cold and drizzle.

During the rainy months of November through April, always be prepared for heavy rain that can continue for hours or days. Around 80% of the annual average 2000 mm rainfall occurs during this season.

TAMBO JUNGLE LODGE has a first aid kit that also includes anti-venom. The lodge is equipped with a short-wave radio and is in contact with our Cusco office every morning and evening. Travel staff can be contacted in office hours, Please find enclose our main contacts:

  • Cusco Calle Garcilazo # 244 (51 84) 256 324 Wilfredo Quintana
  • Puerto Maldonado Calle Jiron Ancash 250
  • Lady Corimanya 082 572227celular 9 673123
  • A Jungle Lodge rep in Cusco, who speaks English can be contacted 24 hours a day on (084) 234284

MEALS AND DRINKS AT TAMBO JUNGLE LODGE All meals are included in the trip: from the Lunch on the first day until the breakfast on the last day, Our kitchen personnel can also cater for special dietary requirements, such allergies to wheat, gluten free diets, salt, low or no sugar, low or no fat, and vegetarian (strict "vegan") or "ovo-lacto" vegetarian), upon request. If you have any special requirements please let us know

  • Any special food requirements (Vegetarian, low salt, low fat, diabetic or other)
  • Also Any special medical requirement

IN CASE OF FLIGHT CANCELLATION

  • If the flight Lima or Cusco to Puerto Maldonado is cancelled owing to bad weather or maintenance of the aircraft, then the guest loses the first night in Tambo Lodge. No refund can be given and the guest is responsible for the costs of the additional night in Lima or Cusco.
  • 2. If the plane is cancelled Puerto Maldonado/Cusco or Lima the guests must pay for any additional costs incurred during this extra night and boat transportation.

CONDITIONS AND RESPONSABILITY

Bookings cancelled 48 hours or less before day 1 of the itinerary will be subject to retentions of 20% for groups from 1 to 4 people, and 30% for more than 4 people, unless cancellation is due to circumstances out of the tourist reach and they can be accommodated in other dates. Basic charges always apply when bookings are paid with a credit card.

Cancellation of flights have their own conditions with each booking depending on the tarif class.

TAMBO JUNGLE LODGE HAS THE RIGHT:

  • To make any change in the itinerary when deemed necessary or caused by changes in air schedules.
  • To accept or decline any persons as members of a tour.
  • To fill unoccupied space on its boats and airplanes with its guides, staff and cargo.
  • TAMBO JUNGLE LODGE and/or their employees act only as agents for the passenger in regard to travel, whether by car, boat, or airplane and assume no liability for injury, damage, loss, accident, delay, or irregularity that may be caused either by reasons of defect in the vehicle or for any reasons engaged in conveying the client or carrying out the arrangements of the tour. They can accept no responsibility for losses or additional expenses due to delay or changes in air or other services, sickness, weather, strike, war, quarantine, or other causes. All such expenses will have to be borne by the passenger.

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