Peru Luxury Travel

Exuberant is the word that describes Madre de Dios with its infinite forests, sinuous rivers that rush towards the ocean, and life abounding in all its corners. Puerto Maldonado, the capital city, is an obligatory stop along the way to gain entrance to the national parks and reserves located in the area, and it has been, at certain moments, an important exporting site for rubber, wood, gold, and petroleum. At present, two of the main economic activities there are eco-tourism and chestnut harvesting.

On the banks of Peru's Madre de Dios River, in the heart of a 40-square-mile private ecological reserve deep in the Amazon rainforest stands the rustically elegant Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica. All 34 of the jungle camp's thatched cabañas are illuminated by lantern light, the beds shrouded in clouds of muslin; cozy hammocks swing on porches and the sounds of the jungle act as an evening lullaby.

TRIP STYLE

PHYSICAL DIFFICULTY

Day 1: Trail Walk/Arrive Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica

• After being welcomed in Puerto Maldonado you will visit the Inkaterra Butterfly Farm near the airport, where you will see many of the 3,800 species of butterflies found in Peru.
• You will take a land transfer to the boarding wharf and begin your rainforest experience on the 45-minute boat ride along the Madre de Dios River.
• Arrive at the Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica lodge where you will have a short briefing before settling into your beautiful cabaña and having lunch in the dining room. Relax in your cabin before going on a guided walk along the Trail system in the Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica natural area.
• In the evening, you will go on a twilight River excursion, followed by afternoon cocktails and dinner served in the main dining room from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Retire early or join us to talk about your first day experience of life in the rainforest.
• Overnight at the Lodge.

Day 2: Sandoval Lake/Tambopata National Reserve/Inkaterra Canopy Walk

• Rest in bed or rise early to avoid the heat and enjoy nature at its fullest. Breakfast begins at 5:30 a.m.
• Visit the Sandoval Lake and then onto the Tambopata National Reserve and return to the Inkaterra lodge for lunch.
• After lunch walk among the treetops and birds at the Inkaterra Canopy Walk. You may wish to extend your excursion to watch the sunset from one of the towers.
• Cocktails will be served in the main dining room or during the daily nature presentation in the Eco-Media Center. Dinner starts at 7:30 p.m.
• Overnight at the Lodge.

Day 3: Gamitana Creek Farm/ Afternoon free tim

• Visit the Gamitana Creek Farm and take a short guided tour to see how local farmers raise fruits and vegetables.
• Have a picnic lunch on the Gamitana farm and have the afternoon free to spend as you wish. You may wish to relax with our special services at ENA Spa (additional cost).
• Overnight at the Lodge.

Day 4: Return to Puerto Maldonado

• Enjoy a full breakfast before departure. A 45-minute boat trip on the Madre de Dios River will take you to the Puerto Maldonado Airport.

• All tours in private stated in the itinerary
• All private transfers and entrance fees
• Three nights in Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica
• All meals
• English speaking tour guides

Jungle

Reserva Amazónica is located along the river, on a 103.6 square kilometer (40-sqare mile) private ecological reserve owned by INKATERRA, which is adjacent to the Tambopata national park. Offering 30 private cabanas, 3 suites, and common areas, all built in native style, Reserva Amazónica is a perfect place to be to relax and enjoy everything the Amazon Rainforest has to offer.

Facilities and Hotel Services:
Restaurant.