Three meals per day (regular/vegetarian/other) accompanied by local seasonal fruit juices
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2 DaysMadidi National Park 2 Days Tour
Madidi National Park stands as a testament to the wonders of biodiversity, an ecological marvel spread across 1,895,750 hectares (18,957 km2) of pristine wilderness. Nestled within the Tropical Andes Hotspot, this park is a global hotspot for unique species, showcasing an unparalleled concentration of life.
Internationally acclaimed for its ecological richness, Madidi is more than a park - it is a sanctuary for life in all its forms. Within its boundaries, approximately 6,000 species of vascular plants thrive, creating a vibrant tapestry of flora that adds to the park's allure.
The richness does not stop there; Madidi hosts a staggering 1,000 species of neotropical birds, making it a haven for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts.
Venturing into Madidi National Park is not just a journey; it is an odyssey into the heart of conservation. The park plays a crucial role in scientific exploration, unraveling the mysteries of unique species and their interconnected ecosystems. However, Madidi goes beyond scientific significance; it emerges as a stalwart guardian of global conservation efforts.
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From Rurrenabaque
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229 m.a.s.l.
Overview
Embark on an Amazon adventure with a motorboat journey from Rurrenabaque to Madidi National Park, offering a 3-hour scenic ride upstream via the Beni and Tuichi rivers. Witness the stunning Amazon landscape, including the Bala Canyon, encounter diverse wildlife, and enjoy a 3-hour guided walk along the Mapajo and Matapalo trails. Learn about medicinal plants and, if conditions allow, visit Caquiahuara for birdwatching near the macaw nesting walls.
Trip details
Highlights
- Impressive Amazon scenery, including Bala Canyon
- Wildlife sightings such as white-lipped peccary, howler monkeys, brown capuchin monkeys, toucans, guans, and more
- Insects, amphibians, and reptiles including tarantulas and frogs
- Nesting walls used by red and green macaws and other parrots
Services
Included
- Transfers to and from Rurrenabaque airport
- Boat transport between Rurrenabaque and Madidi Jungle (approximately 3 hours outbound and 2 hours return)
- Accommodation in traditional-style cabins, with shared or private bathroom options
- Three meals per day with regular, vegetarian, or other dietary options and local seasonal fruit juices
- Mineral water during the stay
- Highly experienced bilingual local guide (English and Spanish)
- Guided activities on the 40 km trail system inside Madidi National Park
- Rain poncho during the stay
- Help with hotel reservations in Rurrenabaque and local flight connections
Not included
- Air or overland tickets between La Paz and Rurrenabaque
- Madidi National Park entrance fee: BOB 200 / USD 30 per foreign visitor or BOB 50 per Bolivian citizen
- Accommodation and meals in Rurrenabaque
- Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages
- Additional services not specified in the program
Itinerary
Day 1: Rurrenabaque - Madidi National Park
Depart at 8:30 a.m. by motorboat from Rurrenabaque to Madidi National Park. The upstream journey along the Beni and Tuichi rivers takes about 3 hours and offers excellent views of the Amazon landscape and wildlife, including Bala Canyon. By 12:30 p.m. arrive at Madidi Jungle Ecolodge, where you will stay in authentic jungle cabins. After lunch at 1:00 p.m., set out at 2:30 p.m. on the Wabu Trail and visit a salt lick, locally known as Cullpana, where animals come to lick mineral salts from the substrata. Along the trail you may see white-lipped peccaries, red howler monkeys, brown capuchin monkeys, toucans, guans, and many other birds. Return to the ecolodge via the Tuichi Trail. At 7:30 p.m., enjoy dinner prepared by our chefs, followed by an optional night walk in the jungle to observe insects, amphibians, reptiles, tarantulas, and frogs.
Day 2: Madidi National Park - Rurrenabaque
Start at 7:30 a.m. with breakfast at the ecolodge. Afterward, take a 3-hour guided walk along the Mapajo and Matapalo trails to see the Giant Kapok Tree (Ceiba pentandra), Almendrillo Tree, and Strangler Fig Tree (Ficus sp.). Your guide will explain the medicinal and practical uses of many plant species while you enjoy the unspoiled Amazon environment and wildlife. Return to the ecolodge via the Dati Trail for lunch and a short rest at 12:30 p.m. At 1:30 p.m., begin the return trip to Rurrenabaque. En route, you may visit Caquiahuara, a nesting wall frequented by red and green macaws and other parrots; birdwatching is best from May to December. The boat return takes about 2 hours, arriving in Rurrenabaque around 4:00 p.m. Transfers to your hotel, bus station, or airport can be arranged, including connections to Cochabamba or Santa Cruz via Ecojet on Tuesdays and Thursdays. This itinerary is flexible and can be adapted to special requirements.
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