Entering The Jungles Of Peru
If you are traveling Peru and want to take a relatively short trip into the Peruvian Amazon that will not break the bank, you should consider a trip to Puerto Maldonado in the tropical Amazon Basin and then into the depths of the jungle from there. Located in the South Eastern part of Peru, you will certainly enjoy the biodiversity paradise along the Madre de Dios River. With three conservation areas in Madre de Dios, the Manu Biosphere Reserve ( A UNESCO world Heritage Site since 1987), the Tambopata – Candamo Reserve and the Bahuaja – Sonene National Park., this entry point into the Amazon Basin is a great way to enjoy your Peru vacation.
Founded in 1901 and later made into the capital of Madre de Dios region (1912), Puerto Maldonado is built on the logging, gold dredging, Brazil nut collecting, boat building and eco-tourism industries. Eco lodges in the surrounding reserve are the main drawl for travelers into the area. Upon arrival you will most likely be transported by van to the river where you will travel almost immediately to your eco-lodge into the jungle by boat. There are also several ‘retreat centers' in the area for people wanting to experience yoga camps and Amazon shelters for a few days. If you are staying in town, there are a number of taxis to get around and motorcycle taxis are very popular due to the price of gasoline. If you have some time in the center, visit the Plaza de Armas and Monkey Island, a medium sized island home to hundreds of monkeys in the middle of the river. You can also visit the Lumber yard, market, the El Jaguar Zoo and Disco (yes there is a nightclub in the zoo!), the obelisk and the snake rescue center.
Where ever you decide to stay, try to visit the highly recommended Taricaya Research Center on the Madre de Dios River while visiting as it is home to the highest canopy walkway in South America, runs an animal release program and an active conservation projects. It is also highly suggested that you do at least one jungle tour to watch the dawn break and the jungle come to life as well as one night tour to enjoy the nocturnal wonderland the jungle has to offer. Many of the jungle lodges that you can stay in offer a complete package that includes the organized jungle tours at dawn and in the evening and some even offer a trip to the Taricaya Research Center as well.
As you explore the jungle you will encounter a vast array of flora and fauna, many of which are endangered such as the Harpy eagle, Andean Cock-of-the-Rock, the Orinoco goose, and the giant river otter. In the region there are nearly 600 species of birds, over 1,000 species of butterflies, over 100 types of mammals, 127 species of amphibians and reptiles and at least 94 identified species of fish! You will want to bring your camera to share your Amazonian adventures with your friends and family back home.
About the Author
This guide to the Peruvian Amazon during Peru vacations was written by a Peru travel expert at Peru For Less, specialists in high value, fully customizable tours and packages.
One Step From The Jungle To The Zoo- Dr. Hook
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