PUERTO MALDONADO TOURS - Puerto Maldonado - Explorer Inn

Tour Details

Duration :		3 days / 2 nights

Price :		From US$ 222

Starting point :		Puerto Maldonado, Madre de Dios

Ending point :		Puerto Maldonado, Madre de Dios

Tour Type :		Ecology, nature watching and hikes

Tour Description

All our programmes can be tailor made according to your requirements, whether regarding the length of your tour, any special interests or specific activities, flight reservations, optional destinations or tours.

DAY 01: Puerto Maldonado - Explorer's Inn

Caiman and turtle - Puerto Maldonado Tour - Peru Tours

Reception at the airport, transfer to our offices and then to the port to embark on a boat with an outboard motor, and travel across the Tambopata River for approximately 3 hours. If the weather allows it, we will go by bus to a native community where we will embark on a boat for just a 1 hour 30 minute-long trip approximately. On the way we will be able to appreciate caimans, turtles, aquatic birds, etc., and will have a cold snack. We will be greeted with a welcoming cocktail at our arrival in the Explorer's Inn. After a short rest we will set off on a short hike to a small lagoon, from where we will continue towards Sunset Point on time to watch an unforgettable sunset in the forest. At dusk we will board once again the boat and watch the caimans in the river with the help of torches. Once back at the inn we will have supper in the company of the resident naturalists, who will be at our disposition to absolve any question regarding the Amazon forest and the Tambopata Reserved Zone.

DAY 02: Explorer's Inn
Early in the morning we will have breakfast and set out led by a resident naturalist on a 5 and a half-kilometre long hike up to the Cocococha Lagoon; on the way we will have the chance of watching exotic plants and insects, butterflies and multicoloured birds, monkeys and, with a little luck, also some major mammals. At the lagoon we will have canoes at our disposition for a short tour to watch the rich and varied wild fauna on its shores. Back at the inn we will have lunch perhaps rather late and will have the afternoon free to rest or enjoy some independent activity.

DAY 03: Explorer's Inn - Puerto Maldonado

Tambopata river - Puerto Maldonado Tour - Peru Tours

We will have breakfast before dawn to then embark on our trip back to the city and enjoy an unforgettable sunrise in the forest; once in the City of Puerto Maldonado, we will be transferred to the airport in order to board our departing flight.

End of our services

Tour Rates

Price per person in US dollars

Prices 2008

Room	Rate
Single	264
Double	222

Subject to modifications without previous notice

Tour Inclusions

INCLUDED:

2 lodging nights at the inn
All meals since your arrival to Puerto Maldonado up till your return to the airport for your departure
All excursions with bilingual guide (Spanish / English)
All land and aquatic transports and transfers since your arrival to Puerto Maldonado up till your return to the City of Puerto Maldonado
Lawful taxes
Reconfirmation of domestic flights from Puerto Maldonado
Entrance to the Reserve (US$10.00)

NOT INCLUDED:

International and domestic flights (Lima / Puerto Maldonado / Lima: US$ 294 approx.)
Airport taxes ($30.25 for international flights and $6.05 for domestic flights)
Excess of luggage
Additional nights due to bad weather or cancellation of flights
Alcoholic beverages, sodas or bottled mineral water
Snacks
Laundry
Tips
Expenses of personal nature
National and international phone calls
Radio calls or messages

Useful Information

ORIENTATION
Peru is located on the central west coast of South America. Its neighboring countries are: Ecuador and Colombia to the N; Chile to the S; Brazil and Bolivia to the E; and the Pacific Ocean to the W. It is the third largest country in South America, with a surface area of 1 285 215,6 km2 (larger than France, Spain, and Germany combined) distributed approximately in the following manner: 12% coastal territory, 28% Andean highlands and 60% Amazon jungle. Its capital, Lima, is located in the coastal area, where the country's greatest economic activities take place.

TIME ZONE
Peruvian time is five hours past Greenwich Mean Time and is similar to Eastern Standard Time in the United States (except when the U.S. goes on daylight savings time from April to October). In reference to other cities, when it is noon in Peru, it is:

Santiago de Chile and Caracas	13:00
Rio de Janeiro	14:00
New York	12:00
Madrid	18:00
Londres	17:00
Tokyo	03:00

TEMPERATURE
Being such a geographically diverse country within the tropical belt, the weather in Peru is determined both by altitude and season. However, it also means that there is almost invariably sunshine somewhere in Peru ! Below is a summary of the weather conditions you can expect to find in each different region of the country at different times of the year.

Coast (Ica, Chiclayo, Lima, Piura, Trujillo, Tumbes)
Northern region: warm year-round with highs of up to 35�C in the summer.
Central and southern regions: two well-defined seasons, winter between April and October, and summer between November and March.

Highlands (Ancash, Arequipa, Ayacucho, Cajamarca, Cusco, Puno)
This region has two seasons, dry season between April and rainy season between November and March.

Rainforest (Iquitos, Madre de Dios, Manu)
High rainforest (over 2,300 feet asl): has a temperate, subtropical climate with abundant rainfall.

WHAT TO BRING
It is advisable to have every visitor limiting their equipment to the following items:
- Good binoculars
- A camera with a lens of maximum 300 mm or 250 mm.
- Loose cotton pants with narrow mouths.
- Long-sleeved cotton t-shirts.
- Underwear.
- Small towels.
- Bathing suit.
- Spare socks.
- Tall rubber boots.
- Shorts.
- 1 small hold-all.
- 1 canteen.
- Sunscreen.
- Shades.
- A raincoat.
- Repellent.
- Vaccination certificate for yellow fever
- Small-denomination bills.
- A waist-bag.

LUGGAGE
Lugagge is hand-carried from the boats to your rooms. We strongly recommend you to limit the weight of your luggage to 15 kilograms (32 POUNDS ) a piece.

Those travellers visiting other destinations in Peru that need to bring with them other kind of outfits, can always pack different items of clothing in different pieces of luggage and bags, and keep those not needed safely at our offices in Puerto Maldonado on day one of our itinerary, so they may not be carrying useless weigh where it is not necessary, while at the same time we avert it from getting wet in the forest, and avoid overloading the boat. Your extra luggage will be waiting for you at the airport in Puerto Maldonado on the day of your departure.

YELLOW FEVER INOCULATION REQUERIMENTS
Yellow fever inoculation is required (mandatory) for travel to Tambopata. Get your vaccine at least 10 days before arrival in the jungle. You must bring your yellow fever inoculation certificate with you to prove to the airport officials in Puerto Maldonado that you are vaccinated.

WEATHER
The lower forest of Tambopata extends over the south of Ecuador, which provides a cold and dry winter between May and October, turning it into the best season for international tourism.
The average temperature in Tambopata during the day is of between 82 and 93� F (25 and 31� C), while the average temperature drops to between 62 and 73� F (16 and 22� C) during the night. On the other hand, the cold coming from Argentina between the months of May and September drop these temperatures even further, to 50� F (9� C) during the day and 43� F (5� C) during the night. Therefore, one must be prepared for drizzles and the cold during this period; the rainy season is between November and April, and one must always be prepared for strong downpours that may go on for hours or even days. About 80% of the annual average of 2000 mm falls during this period; however, this average is a lot less than the average of 3000 mm of rain that falls in areas close to Ecuador.

COMMUNICATION
The lodge has daily radio contact with the office in Puerto Maldonado, with a shortwave radio in each station.

PASSPORT, MONEY AND AIR TICKETS
It is necessary to carry your passport or ID with you when entering Puerto Maldonado's airport, since the arrival and departure of passengers is controlled by the authorities for being an international airport. At your arrival, a representative of our agency will collect your domestic air tickets to reconfirm your return to Lima or Cusco. Likewise, they will collect cash to pay for the airport tax; which is usually of 12 soles or 4.00 US dollars (for each airport). It is recommendable to carry some change to purchase sodas and beers, which are for sale at the lodge.

MEALS
We will provide all the meals during your trip, which consist of a starter or soup, main dish, dessert and tea or coffee. All the dry fruits are disinfected before being served; likewise, you will always have cold and hot water to drink at all times. If any traveller is on an especial diet, we will be glad to serve them, provided they have warned us with due anticipation in order to be prepared.

ALTITUDE
Puerto Maldonado: 183 metres above sea level
Tambopata-Candamo Reserved Zone: 200 metres above sea level

WATER
Tap water in most of Peru is potable, but the chemical content varies from place to place. To avoid problems, we recommend you to always drink bottled water.

VISAS
All travellers should contact the nearest Peruvian consulate in order to ascertain what visa rules apply, since these may change without previous notice.
For more information clic here:
Type of visa to enter Peru

AIRPORT

Hand luggage regulations

a) All liquids must be carried in containers whose capacity can not exceed of 100 ml (or its equivalent in other volumetric units, such as liquid ounces for instance). No liquids will be allowed in containers of more capacity than the said 100 ml, even if the container is not completely full.

b) The containers must be placed in reclosable plastic bags with a maximum capacity of 1 liter. The containers must fit effortlessly in the transparent plastic bag, which must be perfectly sealed.

c) The plastic bag must be presented at the inspection post for its visual examination. Only one plastic bag per passenger can be allowed.

d) Exceptions must be made in case of medications, milk and baby food, as well as in case of passengers who require a special diet. There must be the appropriate means in place to verify the nature of these liquids.

Likewise, exceptions must be made regarding liquids purchased in the duty free shops at the airport or on board an aircraft, provided that these liquids are packed in a sealed plastic container foolproof against undue manipulations, and that a satisfactory proof (receipt) is produced showing that the article was acquired at the airport�s duty free shops, or aboard an aircraft on the traveling day(s) for passengers leaving an airport or being there on transit.

LANGUAGE
The official languages of Peru are Spanish, spoken by 73% of the population, and Quechua spoken by 24% of Peruvians. English is widely spoken in hotels and shops.

CURRENCY
Peru's official currency is the Nuevo sol ; its symbol is S/. The denominations in circulation are bills of 10, 20, 50, 100 and 200 nuevos soles; coins of 1, 2, and 5 nuevos soles; and coins of 5, 10, 20 and 50 c�ntimos of a nuevo sol. US$ are widely accepted.
At the moment, US$ 1.00 is worth around 3.50 Nuevos Soles.

TIPPING
Whilst tipping is a personal matter, we are happy to give some guidelines:
Most restaurants add a 10% tip. The total tip should be about 15%.
Doorkeepers should be tipped 1 US$ per bag. Taxi drivers do not expect a tip.

Full-day excursion : US$6.00 per person
Half-day excursion : US$3.00 per person

PHOTOGRAPHY
If you are taking photographs of local people, always ask their permission beforehand. Your guide can assist you in this. Do not take photographs of military installations or airports. Film is readily available in all tourist areas. It is advisable to carry your camera in a dust-proof bag. Photography or camera fees are applicable at most sights and museums; your guide can give you details of the latest charges.

ELECTRICITY
Power voltage in Peru is 220 Volts AC, 60 Hz. Most modern electrical appliances do not need adapters since they will accept both 110 as well as 220 AC voltages. Please make sure to check the voltage options of those artefacts you intend to take with you during your trip, such as hair dryers, battery chargers, notebooks and lap tops, video cameras, etc. Most of these do not usually need a special adapter, but it is important that you make sure of that before leaving your country of origin in order not to have to buy special 110 V / 220 V AC adapters, which, however, can be found in the local market here in Peru.

HEALTH
Vaccinations
Full details of the latest health requirements should be obtained from an authorized medical source, such as your doctor. There are no mandatory health requirements for Peru.
Because you are visiting Andean areas, don't forget to take precautions to avoid altitude sickness. Be sure to try hot tea or infusion of coca leaves on your arrival in the altitude; during your first day move slowly and eat lightly.

PERUVIAN GASTRONOMY
Peruvian cuisine is highly varied and spicy. Some of our typical dishes are: "cebiche" (raw fish marinated in lemon juice), "aji de gallina" (de-boned chicken cooked in a milk and aji sauce), and "anticuchos" (shish kebabs of beef heart and meat), apart from the typical dishes from each region.
Be sure to try "Pisco Sour", Peru's typical mixed drink prepared with pisco, lemon, egg white and sugar.

Restaurant During your Trip
All the meals are provided at the lodge or a campsite in the Tambopata-Candamo Reserved Zone.

... more about Puerto Maldonado restaurants.

DRESS CODE
Dress in general is very casual unless you want to eat in one of the more expensive restaurants in Lima for example, in which case a tie and/or jacket will be required and smarter ladies' wear. Due to the altitude, it is important to remember whatever the season, to take some warmer woollens for the nighttimes drop in temperature.

IMPORTANT: We reserve the right to make changes to the order of the trip, without prior notice, due to changes in climate conditions, river water levels, flight or bus arrival and departure times or any other reason relevant to the best development of the trip.

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