PARQUE NACIONAL MADIDI: COMMUNITY-BASED ECOTOURISM

Day 1 - Rurrenabaque - Tuichi River

Our Madidi adventure starts in La Paz (or any other major city incl. Santa Cruz) with transport from your hotel to the airport from where we will board a scenic 45-min. flight* to the Amazon gateway town of Rurrenabaque across the Andes.

*You may choose to book flights independently but you may take advantage of the great fares we get as a local company

Upon arrival in Rurrenabaque, climb aboard a motorized canoe equipped with comfortable seats for a scenic trip up the Beni river (an Amazon river tributary further north). The scenery is that of lush rainforest on all sides.

We stop at scenic spots such as the red-fronted macaw clay lick on the way to the ecolodge. Around noon, arrive, enjoy a delicious lunch and settle in your cabin.

The afternoon is dedicated to trekking along the trails deep in the forest (approx. 3 hrs.) led by a naturalist guide who will offer opportunities to observe wildlife such as macaws, parrots, the white-lipped peccary, the brown capuchin monkey and the red howler monkey.

Enjoy a much-needed fresh dinner at the ecolodge and join us on a nocturnal hike in search of more wildlife before retreating back to your cabin for rest.

MEALS
Lunch, Dinner

ACCOMMODATION

BASIC: Simple, private cabin with mosquito net and mesh windows. Shared bathroom

SPECIAL INFORMATION
lease note the order of activities is subject to change upon agreement with the members of your group

Day 2 - Full day Madidi National Park

Wake up to the sounds of the jungle and enjoy fresh fruit, baked bread and more for breakfast.

We spend the morning hiking along a new trail where howler monkeys are often spotted. Seize the opportunity to be awed by the rainforest canopy from a scenic viewpoint.

Lunch back at the ecolodge.

Wonder what locals do when feeling ill? The afternoon will see you following your guide along trails full of medicinal plants and trees in order to learn more about the ecosystem and the interaction among all its elements.

Enjoy a traditional dinner tonight.

MEALS
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

ACCOMMODATION

BASIC:Simple, private cabin with mosquito net and mesh windows. Shared bathroom

Day 3 - Back to Rurrenabaque

This morning we have the opportunity of embarking on a short boat trip up the Tuichi river for more wildlife viewing opportunities along its banks, including the yellow squirrel monkey.

Enjoy a traditional dinner tonight.

After a morning hike, get back to the lodge for lunch.

In the afternoon, climb back aboard our motorized canoe for the trip back to the town of Rurrenabaque where you may opt to stay an additional night or fly back to La Paz immediately where this trip of a lifetime ends.

Meals included
Breakfast, Lunch

• Please note this trip is ideal if you would like to have an encounter with nature with no luxury available
• Wildlife spotting is never guaranteed. Please keep in mind this is nature
• The weather in the rainforest is always unpredictable although the months of May to November are usually the best to visit
• Do not expect the daily comforts such as WiFi when in the jungle
• This trip is operated by Banjo Tours’ direct local partner with all arrangements (private or group) made by Banjo Tours

PLEASE NOTE THAT PARK AND OTHER SITES' ADMISSION FEES - IF APPLICABLE - ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE (READ BELOW)

WHAT TO BRING

• Camera
• Effective sun protection (sunscreen, sunglasses, hat)/li>
• Light clothing that covers most of the body
• Comfortable trekking shoes
• Repellent/deet
• Money in Bolivianos for admission fees and personal spending (drinks, souvenirs, tips, etc) unless you request admission fees to be included in the final price

WHY TAKE THIS TRIP WITH US?

• We are a tour operator, not a travel agency. While this trip is operated by our local partner, we organize it by putting everything from transport to accommodation together to make sure it works as flawlessly as possible. A travel agency merely books you with a tour operator earning a commission for themselves and not giving a lot of care to your experience
• We monitor and ensure the successful operation of this trip
• We put safety at the top of our priorities. We know Bolivia inside out. By using our services, you can rest assured that we will get you to your destination at the end of every day safely

IMPORTANT INFORMATION TO CONSIDER

• The itinerary may suffer changes without previous notice due to factors outside our direct control such as weather and road conditions. If we are forced to alter the itinerary in any way, it will be based on good judgment and necessary amendments for your own safety and comfort and you will be promptly notified. We never alter or skip attractions in the itinerary without explaining the reasoning behind any possible change and providing adequate proof that such change may be necessary. Therefore, you should not take the above itinerary as “set in stone” and we will not he held liable for any loss or damage that you may feel arising from such changes.
• This region is a remote area that lacks the usual comforts of the modern world. You should not expect high standards of accommodation, fresh water is available most of the time (according to respective package) and electricity is available for a few hours or more where possible.
• Food is handled hygienically and it is our priority and job that you are satisfied with the limited resources available in this region. Vegetarians are welcome, but should not expect special menus as we do what we can to serve appropriate portions of vegetables and fruit in the vegetarian menu
• During the rainy season (December to March/April) the itinerary may vary considerably and weather can dictate what is and isn’t possible to do

The following are dates in which other people have shown interest in forming a group for this tour. Use the ENQUIRY tab to request a new date or join one of the dates below to form a group and obtain the respective price. The number of interested persons is shown for your reference and you will be updated via email if other people are interested in the same date. If your party consist of four persons, we suggest booking a tour outright to confirm departure.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

• Pick up and drop off at any hotel in La Paz
• Return flight* La Paz - Rurrenabaque - La Paz (*you may choose to book these independently although we get great rates from airline)
• Airport pick up and drop off in Rurrenabaque
• All transport during the trip
• 2 night’s accommodation according to selected package
• 3 lunches, 2 dinners, 2 breakfast
• Local, bilingual guide

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED

• Madidi National Park admission fee of BOB 200 (approx. USD 28) although you may request to have this included at the time of booking
• Soft/fizzy and alcoholic drinks
• Optional tips/gratuities (highly appreciated, but not mandatory)