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Useful information during your stay with us:
CLIMATE:
Tronco Tambopata, is a family tourist establishment located in the lowlands of the Amazon region, specifically in Madre de Dios, Peru. Our region enjoys a warm climate (May to October) and rainy weather (November to April) with temperatures ranging between 25°C and 38°C, and a humidity of 99%. This range of climatic variation, added to a geography of meandering rivers and exuberant vegetation, creates ideal conditions to house countless animals that you will be able to see in their natural environment during your stay with us.
Thanks to this kind of place, it is possible to offer you a great variety of adventure activities and observation of flora and fauna that revolve around the Amazonian landscape.
Climate and Average Weather Year Round:
The climate at Puerto Maldonado is hot, oppressive, and mostly cloudy. Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 64°F to 90°F and is rarely below 56°F or above 96°F.
Based on the tourism score, the best time of year to visit Puerto Maldonado for warm-weather activities is from late May to early September.
Next, we present a dynamic graph (provided by Windy) with the current weather conditions in our region. You can use more than one tool to obtain data on variables such as: winds, rain accumulation, temperature, cloudiness, etc.
EXCLUSIVE ACTIVITIES IN TAMBOPATA:
Yacumama Lake
Difficulty: II
A hidden lake where you can do fishing, watch parrots and macaws and a beautiful sunset surrounded by a forest of palm trees.
Canopy Walk
Difficulty: II
This activity involves walking across a 200m long suspension bridge at a height of 30m where you will be able to view the forest from another perspective (at the height of the treetops.
Sighting of alligators and capybaras
Difficulty: I-II
After 5:00 p.m., we headed by boat to an observation point where it is possible to see alligators and capybaras carrying out their feeding and resting activities.
"La Cachuela" Parrot Clay Lick
Difficulty: I
This activity starts very early, at 1:30 hours, upstream. There we will observe the concurrence of parrots that come to this clay wall to feed daily, creating a small natural spectacle of color and sounds.
Sandoval Lake (Tambopata National Reserve)
Difficulty: I-II
It is a full day excursion inside the Tambopata National Reserve. A 4km interpretive trail, an experience rowing where you can meet monkeys, giant otter, alligators and many birds.
Interpretive Botanical Walk
Difficulty: II
We have a series of interpretive trails where the local guide will teach you a large number of trees of medicinal and forestry interest.
"Chuncho" Macaw Clay Lick
Difficulty: II
A clay cliff, continually visited by various species of macaws, parrots and parakeets. It is certainly a great opportunity to observe a mixture of colors and sounds sorrounded by nature.
Zip-line & Observation Tower
Difficulty: II
An adrenaline-fueled experience from start to finish at the height of the treetops. This is a fairly secure structure held by steel cables at a certain inclination and secured by Petzl carabiner clips and pulleys.
Immersion in Primary Forest
Difficulty: II
This adventure activity takes you into the thick of the forest to live an experience of survival and direct contact with nature using basic equipment. On the way, you can see a giant of the forest (the chestnut or Brazil nut).
Interaction with Native Family
Difficulty: I
On this trip, we want to offer you an experience that connects western culture with ancestral Amazonian culture through a visit to an indigenous family located on the banks of the Madre de Dios River.
Taricaya Ecological Reserve
Difficulty: II
Taricaya Eco Reserve, is a space dedicated to the care and conservation of endangered wildlife. They do a great job of rehabilitating animals to later release them into the jungle.
Kayaking down the river
Difficulty: I-II
Explore the waterways of the great rivers of this part of the Amazon by kayak alone or with others. This activity will allow you to admire the Amazonian landscape, the riverine wildlife, and let yourself be carried away by the flow of these waters.
Agroforestry Farm Experience
Difficulty: I
Discover a small agroforestry farm where you’ll walk among tropical crops and taste seasonal fruits. A local guide will introduce you to each fruit, sharing traditional uses, cultural insights, and the role of agroforestry in Amazonian sustainability.
Piranha fishing
Difficulty: II
Test your skills in the Amazon’s rivers with a traditional piranha fishing experience. Guided by locals, you'll learn the techniques and tools used to catch this iconic fish—using simple rods and bait in the heart of the rainforest. A fun and safe activity full of adrenaline and local culture.
Bird Watching
Difficulty: I-II-III
Explore the rich avian biodiversity of the Amazon with a guided birdwatching tour. From dedicated sighting spots, you'll observe many species in their natural habitat. Guided by a local expert, this activity is perfect for both beginners and avid birders.Summary of our activities on an interactive map:
Live unforgettable experiences in the jungle of Tambopata
Discover the fauna and flora of the mysterious mother jungle and live unique and unforgettable experiences with nature and exotic animals.