Trip Itinerary
TRIP ITINERARY
Puerto Maldonado → Sandoval Lake → Tambopata River Lodge
Our team will welcome you at the Puerto Maldonado airport, bus terminal, or your confirmed hotel. We recommend arriving early in the morning so there is sufficient time to complete all scheduled activities.
After registration and final preparations, we will travel to the port and board a motorized boat for the journey along the Madre de Dios River toward the entrance to Sandoval Lake.
Jungle Walk to Sandoval Lake
From the entrance, we will begin an approximately 3-kilometer guided rainforest walk. The trail is mostly flat but may be muddy, wet, or slippery, particularly during the rainy season.
Along the way, your guide will explain the tropical vegetation and help identify insects, birds, monkeys, and other wildlife.
Paddle-Canoe Exploration
Upon reaching Sandoval Lake, we will board a traditional paddle canoe and navigate quietly across the water.
Depending on wildlife activity, you may observe:
- Giant river otters
- Black caimans
- Hoatzins
- Herons and kingfishers
- Cormorants and jacanas
- Monkeys and sloths
- River turtles and other aquatic species
After the canoe excursion, we will walk back to the river and return to Puerto Maldonado or continue directly toward the next departure point, according to the operational plan.
Transfer to the Tambopata Lodge
In the afternoon, we will travel by ground transportation toward the Tambopata River. Upon reaching the riverbank, we will board a motorized boat and continue to the jungle lodge located in the Tambopata area.
After check-in, dinner will be served at the lodge. Your guide will explain the early-morning schedule for the visit to Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick.
Day 1 Summary
- Starting point: Puerto Maldonado
- Main attraction: Sandoval Lake
- Jungle walk: Approximately 3 kilometers each way
- Main activity: Paddle-canoe wildlife exploration
- Afternoon transfer: Puerto Maldonado to the Tambopata River lodge
- Meals included: Lunch and dinner
- Accommodation: Jungle lodge in the Tambopata area
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Good to know: This is a long day combining jungle walking, canoe navigation, and several transportation services.
Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick → Tambopata River → Puerto Maldonado
Tour Inclusions
Inclusions
Included
Reception and Transfers in Puerto Maldonado
Reception is included from the Puerto Maldonado airport, bus terminal, or a previously confirmed hotel. Our local team will coordinate the transfers required to begin and complete the tour.
Ground and River Transportation
The program includes the scheduled ground transportation and motorized boat journeys required to visit Sandoval Lake, reach the Tambopata River lodge, travel to the Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick, and return to Puerto Maldonado.
One Night of Jungle Lodge Accommodation
The tour includes one night in a jungle lodge located in the Tambopata area. The lodge provides a bed, mosquito protection, and basic facilities. Room and bathroom arrangements may vary according to availability and the accommodation category confirmed.
Professional Bilingual Jungle Guide
An experienced guide who speaks English and Spanish will accompany the scheduled activities. Your guide will provide information about Amazonian wildlife, rainforest ecosystems, plants, conservation, and the natural behavior of the species observed.
Sandoval Lake Excursion
The tour includes transportation to the Sandoval Lake access point, a guided rainforest walk of approximately three kilometers each way, and a paddle-canoe excursion on the lake. Depending on natural wildlife activity, you may observe tropical birds, monkeys, black caimans, turtles, sloths, giant river otters, and other Amazonian species.
Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick Excursion
The early-morning visit to the Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick is included. The service covers the scheduled boat transportation, access to the observation area, professional guiding, and a light or camping-style breakfast during the excursion. Macaw and parrot sightings depend on weather and natural wildlife activity and cannot be guaranteed.
Meals During the Tour
The program includes the meals specified in the confirmed itinerary, generally beginning with lunch on Day 1 and ending with breakfast or lunch on Day 2, depending on the final return schedule. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary options are available upon advance request.
Life Jackets and Basic Safety Equipment
Life jackets are provided for the scheduled motorized boat journeys. Your guide will also carry a basic first-aid kit during the excursions.
Local Operations Assistance
Our local team coordinates the lodge, guide, boats, transportation, meals, activities, and return transfer required for this intensive two-day Amazon program.
Return Transfer in Puerto Maldonado
At the end of the tour, transfer is included to the Puerto Maldonado airport, bus terminal, or a previously confirmed hotel, according to the final schedule.
Not Included
Tambopata National Reserve Entrance Fee
The entrance fee to the protected area is not included unless it is specifically mentioned in your booking confirmation. The amount must be paid according to the current rate established by the reserve administration. Carry cash in Peruvian soles, as card payments and digital wallets may not be accepted at the entrance checkpoints.
Flights or Bus Tickets to Puerto Maldonado
Domestic flights, intercity bus tickets, and any transportation required to reach or leave Puerto Maldonado are not included. Travelers must send their arrival and departure details in advance so the local operations team can confirm whether the two-day itinerary is compatible with their schedule.
Breakfast on Day 1
Breakfast on the first day is not included unless stated otherwise in the final confirmation. Travelers should eat before the scheduled reception or bring a light snack.
Alcoholic and Additional Beverages
Alcoholic drinks, soft drinks, bottled beverages, and purchases from the lodge bar are not included, except for beverages specifically served with the scheduled meals.
Personal Expenses
Souvenirs, additional snacks, laundry, optional lodge services, phone calls, and any other personal purchases are not included.
Optional Activities
Any excursion, lodge activity, transportation upgrade, or service not specifically described in the confirmed itinerary is subject to availability and an additional payment.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included but is strongly recommended. The policy should cover medical assistance, accidents, emergency evacuation, trip cancellation, delays, and lost or damaged belongings.
Gratuities
Tips for guides, drivers, boat operators, cooks, lodge staff, and other members of the local support team are not included. Gratuities are optional and should reflect your satisfaction with the service.
Wildlife Sightings
Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed. Macaws, parrots, giant river otters, monkeys, caimans, capybaras, and other species live freely in their natural habitat. Their presence and activity depend on weather, season, river conditions, and other natural factors.
What to Pack
What to Pack
Packing List for the Tambopata National Reserve 2 Days Tour
Bring only the essentials needed for the Sandoval Lake and Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick Tour. We recommend using a small travel bag and carrying a lightweight daypack during the excursions.
What to Wear
- Lightweight, breathable, and quick-drying clothing
- Long-sleeved shirts for protection from insects and sun
- Lightweight long pants for rainforest walks
- Comfortable closed-toe walking shoes with good grip
- Breathable socks
- Hat or cap
- UV-protective sunglasses
- Lightweight rain jacket or poncho
- Sandals or comfortable shoes for use at the lodge
What to Carry in Your Daypack
- Original passport or valid identification
- Reusable water bottle
- High-SPF sunscreen
- Effective insect repellent
- Rain poncho or waterproof jacket
- Camera or smartphone
- Binoculars for observing macaws and other wildlife
- Power bank or spare batteries
- Personal medication
- Light snacks
- Hand sanitizer and tissues
- Waterproof pouch for documents and electronics
- Cash in Peruvian soles for entrance fees and personal expenses
Extra Items to Pack
- Flashlight or headlamp with spare batteries
- Personal hygiene kit
- Extra shirt, pants, underwear, and socks
- Quick-dry towel
- Plastic or waterproof bags for wet clothing
- Travel insurance information
- Small-denomination banknotes
- Lightweight backpack rain cover
- Optional notebook or wildlife field guide
Avoid carrying heavy luggage, unnecessary valuables, strong perfumes, or items that may be damaged by humidity. Keep your passport, medication, camera, and electronic devices protected inside waterproof bags.
Prices
Pricing
Tambopata National Reserve 2 Days Tour Prices | 2026–2027 Seasons
The price of the Tambopata National Reserve 2 Days Tour | Sandoval Lake & Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick varies according to the traveler category and the type of service selected. The tour price includes the services described in the official itinerary, such as reception and transfers in Puerto Maldonado, ground and river transportation, one night of jungle lodge accommodation, meals, professional guiding, the Sandoval Lake paddle-canoe excursion, the Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick visit, and assistance from our local operations team. The child rate applies to travelers from 5 to 17 years old. Children must travel with a responsible adult.
ADULT: $270 USD Per Person
STUDENT: $250 USD Per Person
CHILD: $250 USD Per Person
Group Size
Groups usually include approximately 6 to 8 travelers, with a maximum of 12 participants. Solo travelers, couples, families, and groups of friends may join a confirmed departure. Limited group sizes provide better coordination, clearer communication with the guide, more organized boat transportation, and a quieter experience during wildlife observation.
Student Rate
The student rate is available to travelers who are 25 years old or younger and hold a valid student identification card issued by a recognized university. A clear photograph of both sides of the student card must be sent by email or WhatsApp during the booking process. The original card must also be carried and presented when requested. If the documentation is expired, incomplete, or does not meet the required conditions, the standard adult rate will apply.
Confirmed Departures
The Tambopata National Reserve 2-Day Tour operates throughout the year, subject to lodge, guide, boat, transportation, entrance, and operational availability. Because this is an intensive two-day program, travelers must arrive early in Puerto Maldonado on Day 1 and schedule a late-afternoon or evening departure on Day 2. Last-minute reservations may be accepted only after our operations team confirms that the complete itinerary can be operated.
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How to Book
How to Book with Machu Picchu Team
How to Book the Tambopata National Reserve 2 Days Tour
Booking the Tambopata National Reserve 2 Days Tour | Sandoval Lake & Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick with Machu Picchu Team is simple and secure. Because this is a fast-paced itinerary that combines two different areas of Tambopata, all arrival and departure details must be reviewed before the reservation is confirmed. We recommend booking in advance, especially during the busiest travel months, as lodge rooms, professional guides, motorized boats, transportation services, and spaces for the Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick excursion are limited.
Online Booking
To reserve the tour online:
- Click the BOOK NOW button to access our availability calendar.
- Select your preferred departure date and the number of travelers.
- Enter the required information for each participant, including full name, nationality, passport details, date of birth, email address, WhatsApp number, dietary requirements, allergies, and relevant medical conditions.
- Provide your flight, bus, or hotel information in Puerto Maldonado.
- Choose whether to pay the required deposit or the full tour price.
- Complete the payment using a debit or credit card. A 3.99% online card-processing fee applies.
- After payment, you will receive an automatic transaction receipt by email.
- Our reservations team will verify the itinerary, arrival schedule, lodge, guides, boats, and transportation before sending the final confirmation.
For last-minute bookings, please contact our team before making payment.
Required Arrival and Departure Times
This two-day program requires an early arrival in Puerto Maldonado on Day 1 and a late-afternoon or evening departure on Day 2. Please send the following information before booking: Airline and flight number, Flight arrival and departure times, Bus company and travel schedule, Hotel name and address when already staying in Puerto Maldonado, WhatsApp number with country code, Travelers arriving too late on Day 1 may not have enough time to complete the Sandoval Lake excursion. For this reason, the itinerary must be approved by our operations team before final confirmation.
Information Required to Confirm the Reservation
Please provide accurate information for every traveler: Full name exactly as shown on the passport, Passport or valid identification number, Nationality, Date of birth, Email address, WhatsApp number, Arrival and departure details in Puerto Maldonado, Dietary restrictions or food allergies, Relevant medical conditions, Emergency contact information.
Booking Confirmation
Your reservation is confirmed only after the required payment has been received and our team has verified the availability of the lodge, guide, ground transportation, motorized boats, entrance arrangements, and local support staff. The final confirmation will include: Confirmed departure date, Reception or meeting instructions, Detailed itinerary, Lodge information, Packing list, Included and excluded services, Payment details, Emergency contact information
Booking Directly with Our Team
You may also reserve by contacting Machu Picchu Team directly: Email: info@machupicchuteam.com WhatsApp: +51 974 217 700 Our reservations team will review your travel schedule and confirm whether it is compatible with this intensive two-day itinerary.
Booking at Our Cusco Office
Reservations can also be made in person at our office: Portal Nuevo 270, Plaza Regocijo, Cusco One block from the Plaza de Armas. Accepted payment methods include cash in Peruvian soles or US dollars, debit or credit card with a 3.99% processing fee, and bank transfer when coordinated in advance.
CHANGES, CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS
Date Changes and Rescheduling
Requests to change the departure date must be submitted as early as possible by email or WhatsApp. Rescheduling is subject to the availability of lodge accommodation, professional guides, motorized boats, ground transportation, entrance arrangements, and local support staff. Because this two-day itinerary combines Sandoval Lake and the Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick, any date change also requires verification of the traveler’s arrival and departure schedule in Puerto Maldonado. Services already reserved or paid to local suppliers may be non-refundable. Any additional cost resulting from a date change, including new lodge reservations, boat services, transportation, entrance fees, or staffing expenses, must be paid by the traveler. To request a change, contact us at info@machupicchuteam.com or via WhatsApp at +51 974 217 700.
Customer Cancellation Policy
A non-refundable deposit of USD 180 per person is required to confirm the reservation.
For cancellations made more than 48 hours before departure, the non-refundable deposit and the cost of any services already reserved or paid to suppliers will be deducted. Any remaining eligible balance may be refunded. Cancellations made within 48 hours of departure are non-refundable. Travelers who arrive too late to complete the scheduled activities, miss the confirmed reception or meeting time, or fail to participate on the booked departure date will be considered no-shows. No refund, credit, or rescheduling will be provided in these circumstances. Card-processing fees, bank charges, exchange-rate differences, currency-conversion costs, and payments already made to lodges, guides, drivers, boat operators, transportation providers, reserve administrators, or other suppliers are non-refundable.
Flight and Bus Delays
The traveler is responsible for choosing arrival and departure schedules compatible with this intensive two-day itinerary. If a flight or bus delay prevents participation in Sandoval Lake, the Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick, or another scheduled service, Machu Picchu Team will try to adjust the itinerary when operationally possible. However, no refund can be guaranteed for activities missed because of late arrival, transportation delays, cancellations, or changes made by airlines or bus companies. Travel insurance covering delays, cancellations, and missed services is strongly recommended.
Changes or Cancellation by Machu Picchu Team
The itinerary may be modified, postponed, or cancelled when weather, river, road, or operational conditions make the original program unsafe or impossible to operate. Possible causes include heavy rainfall, flooding, unsafe river levels, damaged trails, landslides, road closures, forest fires, strikes, government restrictions, health emergencies, or other circumstances beyond our reasonable control. When operationally possible, Machu Picchu Team may offer a new departure date, a modified itinerary, a comparable alternative activity, or a refund for services that were not provided and remain recoverable from the corresponding suppliers. Refunds cannot be guaranteed for services that have already been reserved, paid, used, or declared non-refundable by third-party providers.
Wildlife and Weather Conditions
Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed. Macaws, parrots, giant river otters, monkeys, caimans, capybaras, and other animals live freely in their natural habitat. Their presence and behavior depend on weather, season, river levels, food availability, and other natural factors. Rainfall, cloudy weather, reduced bird activity, or limited wildlife sightings are not considered grounds for a refund.
Refund Processing
Approved refunds will be issued through the payment method agreed upon with the traveler. Processing times may vary depending on the bank, card issuer, payment platform, or transfer method. Card-processing fees, bank charges, transfer costs, and currency-conversion differences will be deducted from the refundable amount.
Faqs and Travel Guide
Frequently Asked Questions TAMBOPATA NATIONAL RESERVE 2 DAYS TOUR | SANDOVAL LAKE & CHUNCHO MACAW CLAY LICK
1. What Activities Are Included in the 2-Day Tour?
The tour includes a guided visit to Sandoval Lake, an approximately three-kilometer rainforest walk each way, paddle-canoe exploration, motorized boat transportation, and an early-morning excursion to the Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick. The exact schedule may change according to weather, river conditions, and operational requirements.
2. What Time Should I Arrive in Puerto Maldonado?
You should arrive early in the morning on Day 1 so there is enough time to complete the Sandoval Lake excursion and transfer to the Tambopata lodge. Your return flight or bus on Day 2 should be scheduled for late afternoon or evening. All travel times must be reviewed by our reservations team before confirmation.
3. What Wildlife Can I See During the Tour?
Depending on natural wildlife activity, you may observe macaws, parrots, monkeys, giant river otters, black caimans, capybaras, tropical birds, turtles, and other Amazonian species. Sightings cannot be guaranteed because the animals live freely in their natural habitat.
4. Is the Tambopata 2-Day Tour Physically Demanding?
The tour requires a moderate level of physical activity. It includes jungle walking, paddle-canoe navigation, boat transfers, and a very early departure for the Macaw Clay Lick. The trail to Sandoval Lake is mostly flat but may be muddy, wet, or slippery during the rainy season.
5. What Should I Bring for the Tour?
Bring your original passport, lightweight long-sleeved clothing, long pants, comfortable closed-toe walking shoes, insect repellent, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, a rain poncho, a reusable water bottle, personal medication, binoculars, a camera, a power bank, and cash in Peruvian soles for entrance fees and personal expenses.
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WHY BOOK THE TAMBOPATA NATIONAL RESERVE 2 DAYS TOUR WITH MACHU PICCHU TEAM?
Two Iconic Amazon Attractions in One Short Tour
This intensive itinerary combines Sandoval Lake and the Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick, allowing travelers with limited time to experience two of Tambopata’s most important wildlife destinations in only two days.
Professional Local Jungle Guides
The tour is led by an experienced bilingual guide with knowledge of Amazonian wildlife, tropical plants, river ecosystems, and rainforest conservation. Your guide will help identify animals and provide assistance during every activity.
Complete and Well-Coordinated Logistics
Machu Picchu Team coordinates reception in Puerto Maldonado, ground transportation, motorized boats, lodge accommodation, meals, guided excursions, and the final return transfer. This careful organization is especially important for a fast-paced two-day program.
Small Groups for Better Wildlife Observation
Limited group sizes provide better communication with the guide, more organized boat transfers, and a quieter experience during the canoe excursion and macaw observation. Smaller groups also allow for more personalized attention.
Personalized Assistance and Competitive Prices
By booking with Machu Picchu Team, you receive clear information and support before, during, and after the tour. We work with trusted local partners to offer reliable service, competitive prices, and special benefits for returning customers or travelers booking additional tours.
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