Tambopata

Things to do here:
Explore the rainforest	Wild life and bird watching

Location: Tambopata is located in the south-eastern part of Peru, near to Puerto Maldonado city. It is part of the Amazon rainforest and it is at 180 meters (600 feet) above sea level.

Climate: It has a tropical weather, hot and humid, with a mean temperature of 28°C (82°F). Nevertheless, it can reach temperatures near 10°C (50°F) in the night between June and August. The rainiest season is from December to March, it rains the least between May and October.

Wildlife: The National Park of Tambopata hosts one of the most incredible wildlife in the world due to the high diversity of it. It is habitat of many endangered species who have found in this region a natural shelter without the interference of men. The region has remained intact because of limited road access and the fact that several major National Parks are located in the area.

It has been reported and registered 632 species of birds, 169 mammals, 103 amphibians, 203 species of fish, and a world record of 1,200 species of butterflies. Among these animals are the black spider monkey, grand river-otters, tapirs, black caimans, macaws, etc.

TIPS: stuffs you should bring to TAMBOPATA

	Long cotton pants and shorts,
	Long-sleeved shirts and t-shirts,
	Waterproof jacket,
	Boots (waterproof) and sandals,
	Swimming suit and towel,
	Hat (look for the ones with mosquito net for the face and neck),
	Binoculars, flashlights and batteries,
	Sun-block and insect repellent,
	Vaccinations: Malaria (pills) and Yellow Fever (shots), you must take it before the trip, consult with your doctor.