Puerto Maldonado
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Puerto Maldonado

Capital de la biodiversidad del Perú. Puerta de entrada a la Amazonía suroriental.

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How to get here

By plane from Lima or Cusco (1.5 hours). From Cusco, also accessible via the Interoceanic Highway (~10 hours).

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Tambopata Reserve
Sandoval Lake
Macaw Clay Lick
Collpa de Guacamayos

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History & context

Puerto Maldonado is the capital of Madre de Dios and the gateway to the Tambopata National Reserve. Home to the planet's highest biodiversity index, it is Peru's most important ecotourism destination and one of the most recognized in the world.

Best time to visit

June to November (dry season). Wildlife is most visible and trails inside the reserve are accessible.

Local cuisine
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Activities
  • Sandoval Lake tour
  • Macaw watching
  • Tambopata expedition
  • Madre de Dios kayaking
Getting there (full details)

By plane from Lima or Cusco (1.5 hours). From Cusco, also accessible via the Interoceanic Highway (~10 hours).

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