MADIDI NATIONAL PARK – TARECHE PROGRAMME
CAT-MNPTP/3D2N
3 days 2 nights
INTRODUCING:
The Bolivian Amazon offers a wide variety of destinations and places for lovers of nature.
For those who seek a unique experience in the Amazon, the Madidi National Park is the choice, because it is one of the most biodiverse areas of the world and according to many experts keeps the authenticity of the Forest. It is plagued by rainforests, savannas, tropical rivers flowing, amazing animals and primary forests. Within its domains communities live in harmony with nature and who are carriers of knowledge and traditions.
This park covers 18,957.40 square kilometers and is one of the largest protected areas in Bolivia, it has five accesses, essentially mountainous, with steep slopes and deep canyons, is a great diversity of ecological zones.
More information at http://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Parque_Nacional_Madidi
HIGHLIGHTS:
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It is one of the most intact forest ecosystems of South America.
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It is the home of 44% of mammal species in the New World.
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It is the home of 38% of the species of frogs in the tropical forest.
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It is home of nearly 1,000 species of birds as in any national park in the world.
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Guided walks through the jungle with the interpretation and exploration of the rainforest.
PROGRAMME:
DAY 1: At 08:30 hours will leave on a boat from Rurrenabaque to the Madidi National Park. The trip upstream the Beni and Tuichi Rivers takes three and a half hours and is a great opportunity to see the fauna and impressive landscape of the Amazon Jungle, such as the Bala Canyon.
Around 12:00 hours, will arrive to Madidi Jungle Ecolodge and will have accommodation in traditional style cabins.
Around 13:00 hours, will have Lunch and after that a relax time on hammocks.
Around 15:00 hours, we will go on a three hours guided hike along the Tareche Trail. This is an opportunity to observe a variety of bird species, mainly macaws and parrots, and enjoy the surrounding tropical rainforest. It is possible to observe different species of mammals. The most common animals observed include the white-lipped peccary, the brown capuchin monkey and the red howler monkey. After watching the landscape and hiking along the Aguapolo river bank, we return to the Ecolodge along the Wabu Trail.
Around 19:30 hours, will have a traditional dinner at Ecolodge. After dinner, you will have the opportunity to have a night hike into the jungle to observe the nocturnal wildlife. During this walk you will be able to see amphibians and many insects, such as for example the tarantulas. Will listen to the jungle symphony made by the infinite variety of wildlife. (L/D)
DAY 2: At 07:30 hours will have breakfast at the Ecolodge. After breakfast we will have a guided walk for three hours along the Biwa Trail, where black spider monkeys are often encountered. This is an opportunity to observe a variety of ecosystems and to be in touch with deep nature. Along this trail you will stop at a natural scenic viewpoint, where we will have an ideal panoramic view over the rainforest tree tops of the Madidi National Park. We will return to the Ecolodge along the Tareche Trail.
Around 12:30 hours will have lunch and a relaxing time in the hammocks.
Around 15:00 hours will go on a three hours guided walk along the Mapajo and Almendrillo Trails. On these trails, you will be able to observe the Giant Kapok Tree, Almendrillo Tree and the Strangler Fig Tree. Our local guides will provide us an in-depth explanation of the diverse species of plants used for medicinal purposes and ancestral benefits. This is a great opportunity to learn more about the Amazon ecosystems. This is a great opportunity to learn more about the Amazon ecosystems, while one enjoys being at a pristine environment and sees different species of wildlife. We will return to the Ecolodge along the Dati Trail.
Around 19:30 hours will have an exquisite traditional dinner called Dunucuabi (catfish wrapped in leaves) at the lodge, free night time. (B/L/D)
DAY 3: At 07:00 hours will have breakfast at the Ecolodge. After breakfast, we will take a boat upstream the Tuichi River, entering the Serere Trail. We will hike along this trail through the floodplain jungle to the Piranha lagoon where you will have a chance to see yellow squirrel monkeys and fish piranhas. After the fishing activity we will go to a place where large mammals lick salt which has been recently discovered. Here the guide will explain us about the animal behavior. We will return to the Ecolodge by boat.
Around 12:30 hours will have lunch. After lunch is we will have some extra free time to spend before going back to Rurrenabaque.
Around 13:30 hours will return to Rurrenabaque. On the way back, we will optionally visit Caquiahuara, where we will have the chance to observe the red and green macaws and other species of parrots. Bird sighting can be done anytime during the year, however, it is more frequent from May to December. The trip is a great opportunity to see some exotic species such as the capybaras, tapirs, turtles or caimans. The return trip takes only two hours.
We will arrive to Rurrenabaque around 15:30 hours. Transfer to the airport and once we arrive to La Paz will have transfer to your residence site. (B/L)
INCLUDES:
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Airline Tickets. La Paz-Rurrenabaque-La Paz.
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Transfer In/Out at La Paz and Rurrenabaque airports.
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Touristic Shared Boat Rurrenabaque/Madidi Jungle/Rurrenabaque.
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02 Night of traditional style cabin Accommodation with shared bathroom. (With private bathroom USD 30.-)
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Fruit Juices according the season.
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Indigenous Multilingual Tour Guide.
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Water Bottles during the staying.
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