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Bolivia’s Amazon

Image of Beni River Madidi National Park Amazon Bolivia South America

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Rurrenabaque, Bolivia → La Paz, Bolivia

Country: Bolivia
Start: Rurrenabaque, Bolivia
End: La Paz, Bolivia
Date: Flexible
Duration: 4 days
Theme: Discovery, Active, Wildlife
Physical rating: Moderate
Meals: 3 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners
Transport: Motorised riverboat, canoe, private vehicle, trekking, walking
Price: On Request

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Trip Highlights

Cruise along the Beni and Tuichi Rivers into Madidi National Park.
Explore rainforest trails with Indigenous guides.
Spot squirrel monkeys, spider monkeys, macaws, toucans, and caimans.
Canoe across Chalalán Lake at sunset.
Walk through primary Amazon rainforest in one of the world’s most biodiverse reserves.
Learn about medicinal plants and traditional Indigenous knowledge.
Search for nocturnal wildlife during guided night walks.
Visit El Mirador overlooking the rainforest canopy and lake.
Swim in Chalalán Lake surrounded by jungle scenery.
Stay in a community-run ecolodge inside Madidi National Park.

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Itinerary

Must Know

Inclusions

Accommodation throughout the tour
All scheduled ground and river transportation
Motorised boat transfers between Rurrenabaque and Chalalán Ecolodge
English-speaking local guide throughout excursions
Guided rainforest walks and wildlife excursions as detailed in the itinerary
Canoe excursions on Chalalán Lake
Meals as specified in the itinerary
Entrance fees and park permits for included activities

Exclusions

International and domestic flights
Additional excursions not specified in the itinerary
Meals and drinks not listed in the itinerary
Alcoholic beverages and personal bar expenses
Tips for guides, boat staff, and lodge personnel
Personal expenses such as laundry, snacks, and souvenirs
Mandatory travel insurance

Will This Trip Suit You?

Interested in wildlife, rainforest ecology, and nature-focused travel.
Comfortable with humid tropical conditions and basic jungle lodge accommodation.
Birdwatchers and wildlife photographers seeking Amazon species.
Want an Indigenous community-run ecotourism experience.
Active travellers comfortable walking several hours on uneven trails.
Require luxury accommodation or extensive modern amenities.
Those with mobility limitations due to jungle terrain and boat access.
Uncomfortable with insects, humidity, or remote rainforest environments.
Sensitive to heat, mud, or prolonged outdoor activity in tropical conditions.
Seeking nightlife, urban sightseeing, or fast-paced touring.

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Bolivia’s Amazon

Trip Highlights

Itinerary

Day 1: Rurrenabaque – Madidi National Park

Day 2: Madidi National Park

Day 3: Madidi National Park

Day 4: Madidi National Park – Rurrenabaque

Must Know

Inclusions

Exclusions

Will This Trip Suit You?

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