Module: Amazon
Duration: 4 or 5 days
Period: From April to November
Service: Private
Chalalan is an ecological camp in the middle of primary Amazonian forest. It is located at the center of Madidi National Park, the most diversified reserve of fauna and flora, with a large variety of ecosystems (Andean, sub Andean, tropical, Pampa).
The warm welcome from the native dwellers: the Uchupiamonas, and the excellent quality of the lodges where you will be housed, allows you to discover this natural wonder in the best conditions possible.
Day 1 : LA PAZ - RURRENABAQUE
Depart from the hotel by private transport for transfer to the airport (morning/ afternoon, depending on the day of the week).
La Paz - Rurrenabaque flight (1hr). Reception at Rurrenabaque airport and transfer to the hotel.
End of the day in the capital of Beni : free time.
Lunch and dinner . Hotel.
La Paz - Rurrenabaque flight is unaccompanied.
Day 2 : RURRENABAQUE - CHALALAN
At 07.00, a motorized canoe or pirogue takes us to the heart of Madidi National Park, which shelters the largest variety of flora and fauna in the world (it contains a complete array of ecosystems : Andean, sub Andean, tropical forest, Pampa (flooded plains).
After navigating the River Tuichi for 4/5 hours, we reach the ecological camp of Chalalan.
In the afternoon, after attending the presentation of the project of the San José de Uchupiamonas native community, we start the excursion : a walk on the banks of the neighboring lagoon, on the Chichilo path and the Mirador (belvedere), where from we enjoy a complete view of the site. Late in the afternoon, a walk to discover the animal life at first hand.
Lunch. All included. We spend the night at the lodge.
Day 3 : CHALALAN
In the morning, we take the Silbador, Mutua and Anta paths. We discover medicinal and exotic plants. In the afternoon, we have a dip in the lagoon, then an excursion along the Wichi and Jaguar footpaths (where we can observe the birds).
If we keep our eyes wide open, and listen attentively, we should discover tapir, monkeys, mygales, parrots, among the biggest in the world, as well as a myriad of tropical birds. For those who are luckier and perhaps more discreet, maybe a jaguar..... Traditional night with our hosts.
Lunch at the camp (included). All included. Night at the lodge.
Day 4 : CHALALAN - RURRENABAQUE - LA PAZ
We leave at 06.30 in a pirogue for Rurrenabaque. Arrival at 09.00. Rurrenabaque - La Paz return flight (1hr). Reception at the airport and transfer to the hotel.
Lunch and dinner free choice. Hotel .
Rurrenabaque - La Paz flight is unaccompanied.
Possibility to spend an additional day at Madidi park.
INCLUDED
- Tour guide
- Cook
- Transport (Toyota Land Cruiser 4x4)
- Hotels
- Night in the lodge
- Meals
- Equipment
- Entrance to the National Park
NOT INCLUDED
- Individual equipment
- Obligatory individual insurance
- Free meals
On request: conditions of sales / equipment list and general information about Bolivia.
Note: Hotels are given as indication under condition of availability when the tour is confirmed.
In case of non-availability, a hotel of the same category will be booked. Warning, the hotels’ ranking category does not correspond to Europe rankings.
Important: As a security measure, please bring photocopies of passport and individual insurance (obligatory, to hand over to us when you arrive).