Altitude: 250 m. / 820 ft.
Best time to visit: April – November
Exuberant, endless rainforests with marvelous rivers and lakes teeming with wildlife characterize this destination which is the gateway to some of Peru’s most famous and magnificent National Parks and Wildlife Reserves. Over 800 species of birds, 200 species of mammals, and the largest number of species of butterflies on Earth are just some of the records that this corner of Peru holds. From Puerto Maldonado, a number of jungle lodges are available with different options to explore the fascinating rainforest of southern Peru, home to such wonderful and diverse species as toucans, macaws, parrots, tapirs, giant anteaters, turtles, river otters and sloths.
Highlights:
- Manu Biosphere Reserve
- Tambopata National Park
- Wildlife viewing
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