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G Adventures Arrow South America Arrow Classic: G Lodge Amazon - 5 Day Independent Adventure (TSPJ5T)
Classic: G Lodge Amazon - 5 Day Independent Adventure (TSPJ5T)
Countries Visited: Peru
Trip Style: Classic - Designed for maximum variety, these trips are geared towards travellers searching for a healthy mix of active exploration, uncommon landscapes, amazing wildlife and local cultures.
Service Level: Standard
  • Great value, reasonable prices, quality experiences
  • Comfortable and varied tourist-class accommodations chosen for location and character
  • Mix of public and private transport for the best overall experience
  • All the top highlights included, plus plenty of time to explore on your own
    Physical Demands Rating: 1 - You'll have to walk around on your own, climb some stairs and carry your own bag. Easy does it.
    Group Size: Information Not Available
    Meals Included: 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners
    Accommodations: G Lodge Amazon (4 nts).

    Highlights
    Enjoy the sounds of nature at the G lodge, explore by canoe and hike trails, indulge in local cuisine, get educated by a naturalist guide

    Description
    Get back to nature in the tropical rainforest. Located on the famously diverse Tambopata River in the Peruvian Amazon, our exclusive G Lodge Amazon is both comfortable and intimate. Explore the jungle by canoe or on dry land trails, swim in the lodges cool stream, or strap on a harness and rope up to the lodges tree platforms for a birds eye view of the forest-including close-ups of arboreal orchids.
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    Tour OperatorG Adventures
    Duration
    5 Days
    Escorted
    Escorted - No
    Itinerary
    DayDestinationDescription
    Day 1Puerto MaldonadoDay 1 Puerto Maldonado/Tambopata (1L, 1D)
    After a brief stop in town to store large luggage, drive to the pier and travel by covered motorized boat to the jungle lodge. En route, spot bird species typical of the river and forest edge-the Tambopata Rainforest holds the world record for the most bird sightings in one area. Arrive at the lodge and enjoy a welcome drink and orientation. Head out for a night walk around the lodge grounds before dinner. Local community members make up the majority of lodge staff, including multilingual naturalist guides. Take the opportunity to learn about the area's rich flora and fauna and the locals extensive use of medicinal plants and other natural forest resources through traditional techniques for building, fishing, and hunting. Additional Notes: The lodge itself combines native architectural style and materials with low-impact, eco-friendly technology. Rooms are simple but comfortable, with mosquito netting for individual beds, flush toilets, showers (with solar-heated hot water), and candles for lighting (no electricity). Included Activities: Meet and Greet Airport Welcome Meeting Wildlife-spotting Night Walk Transport: Private Vehicle Head by private vehicle to the lodges office in Puerto Maldonado to store large luggage. From there, travel about 1 hr to reach the boat landing. Motorized canoe (3.00 hour(s))
    Day 2TambopataDay 2 Tambopata (1B, 1L, 1D)
    Head out early to catch the jungle at its wildest (and coolest). Walk slowly through the forest searching for wildlife before heading out on an oxbow lake by canoe. Search for anaconda, the elusive giant river otter, or black caiman. Even if you dont spot these shy creatures, there are plenty of other birds, interesting plants and other animals about. Included Activities: Jungle Excursions Caiman-Spotting Cruise
    Day 3TambopataDay 3 Tambopata (1B, 1L, 1D)
    Take a boat excursion to a spectacular hidden lake. Theres a chance to spot the elusive black caiman and giant otters. Return for lunch and another free afternoon for relaxing. Included Activities: Jungle Excursions
    Day 4TambopataDay 4 Tambopata (1B, 1L, 1D)
    Walk to the Brazil nut tree conservation area and learn about the uses of this product throughout history. There will be opportunities to view wildlife and learn from the naturalist guide along the way. Return to the lodge and enjoy plenty of free time to relax, swim, or explore the rainforest trails surrounding the lodge. Included Activities: Brazil Nut Tree Conservation Area Excursion
    Day 5Puerto MaldonadoDay 5 Tambopata/Puerto Maldonado (1B)
    Get an early start for the canoe trip back to Puerto Maldonado. On the way, look and listen for early morning wildlife-howler monkeys are frequently heard guarding their territory. Arrive at the port and take a van back to the lodge office to collect your luggage before heading to the airport. Transport: Motorized canoe (3.00 hour(s)) Private Vehicle
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    Dossier Disclaimer:The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary.

    VERY IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you print a final copy of your Trip Details to review a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans.

    Itinerary Disclaimer: While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission.

    Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.
      
     
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    P.O. Box 741122 • New Orleans, Louisiana 70174  Phone 504-398-0056

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