First day
After breakfast (not included), we will pick you up from your hotel in
Rurrenabaque or the airport (if you arrive on the same day of the tour before 10:30 am).

We will start our adventure on the beautiful Beni River, sailing on a motorized boat surrounded by impressive landscapes. We will head towards the Indigenous Tacana Community of San Miguel de Bala, where we will have the opportunity to learn about their customs and traditions through various exciting activities. You can learn how to weave with forest materials and squeeze delicious sugar cane using an ancestral mill called a "trapiche."

After a delicious lunch, you will have the option to walk the "trap trail" and/or the "medicinal plant trail" to discover the secrets of the jungle. In addition, you will have the opportunity to explore a spectacular rock formation called Stone Canyon and refresh yourself in a natural pool with crystal-clear waters and a small waterfall.

We will return to our lodge for dinner and nighttime activities if you prefer to rest.

Second day
We will start early with the sound of tropical birds and a delicious breakfast before starting our boat trip on the Beni River and Tuichi River, within Madidi National Park.

You will enjoy incredible landscapes and have the opportunity to see wild animals in their natural habitat.

After approximately 2 and a half hours of boat travel, we will arrive at Caquiahuara, where we will settle in the middle of the jungle. Then, we will explore the surrounding area on a short walk and return to the place where we settled to have lunch and rest a bit.

In the afternoon, we will venture into the jungle on an extensive walk in search of wild animals such as monkeys, wild pigs, reptiles, and birds. You will learn about the flora and fauna of the jungle with our expert guide.

After dinner, we will prepare for an exciting night walk in the jungle, where we can observe alligators on the riverbanks and possibly see nocturnal animals such as tapirs, deer, and armadillos.

Third day
We will wake up early to observe the beautiful blue and red
macaws in their natural habitat. After a brief boat ride and a 20-minute walk through the jungle, we will arrive at "Parabal," a rocky wall where the red and blue macaws nest.

You will also have the opportunity to enjoy an exciting session of sport fishing by boat, and after lunch, we will return to Rurrenabaque by sailing on our motorized boat (approximate arrival time 5:00 pm).

END OF SERVICE
There will be many opportunities to admire the beauty of the jungle and reflect on all the exciting adventures we have experienced together!

DAY 1: 09:00 - 09:15

Pick up from your hotel or hostel

DAY 1: 09:15

Sailing in the Beni river - Indigenous Tacana Community of San Miguel de Bala

DAY 2:

Caquiahuara - walk in the jungle

DAY 3:

Parabal and Macaws

DAY 3: 17:00

Arrive to Rurrenabaque

• Local guide (English/Spanish)
• Driver
• Cook (vegetarian and non-vegetarian food)
• Boots for hiking only up to size 44
• Bottled mineral water
• First aid kit
• Full meals
• Land and river transportation (from Rurrenabaque)
• Camping equipment (blankets, sheets)
• Bathrooms and showers

• Cost of entry to the Municipal Protected Area 200 Bs. (30 USD) for foreigners and
Bs 50 for nationals.
• Airport or bus terminal transfer in/out of Rurrenabaque

Appropriate clothing for humidity and tropical climate. Clothing for hiking through
the forest.
• 4 pairs of socks
• 3 t-shirts
• 2 cotton pants (or any other thin material)
• 1 long-sleeved shirt (to cover from the sun and mosquitoes)
• Sneakers or sandals (for boat rides)
• A simple rain poncho (just in case it rains)
• Swimwear
• Hat
• Cash to buy snacks, beer, soda (in the Pampas)

Equipment:
• Camera or cell phone
• Pocket knife • Sunglasses
• Flashlight with batteries
• 1 backpack (medium or large)
• Towel
• Sunscreen
• Insect repellent

Others:
• Documentation (passport or other identification)
• Copy of vaccines for yellow fever and tetanus (not essential)
• (Malaria is not present in the area)
• Imodium or any other medicine for diarrhea

Cancellation or changes of this tour:

CHANGES: Any changes to the tour date are free 4 days prior to the tour date, before 5:00 pm (Bolivia time). After this time, there is a 60% change fee. Changes on the same day of the tour: 110% of the service cost.

NO SHOWS & CANCELLATIONS: If you cancel 4 days before the tour begins before 5:00 pm (Bolivia time) or earlier, a 15% administration fee will apply (+ the card fee). After this time, there is a 100% no shows or cancellation fee.

You must email bookings@findlocaltrips.com (include the name of the tour and the reservation number) to cancel this tour or to make any changes.

1. How does the wet season affect Rurrenabaque and tours?

   These tours run year-round, and in general rain does not stop tours from going. The exception is when there has been very heavy, sustained rainfall, and the Rurrenabaque area becomes flooded (the pampas, the jungle floor, the local roads and even the town itself). This is not common but has happened in recent years, and you just have to check the local news prior to departure times, or ask us for the latest info. The main issues caused during wet season for Rurrenabaque are delays to the flights between La Paz – Rurre, and Rurre - La Paz, which can regularly be affected due to weather. We advise flying out the day before your tour, and flying back in the early morning the day after you tour, in order to give yourself some time in case of delays. Also, if there is something you have to be back for, such as an international flight, we recommended having one more buffer day beforehand, just to make sure. Delays of a whole day are also possible. We recommend Ecojet Airline to travel to Rurrenabaque. Most people fly to Rurrenabaque, but there is also a bus service that takes about 16 hours during dry season. During the wet season, the journey can take as much as 18 hours, as the road is washed away, blocked by landslides. We strongly recommend against trying to take this bus during the wet season (we don't really recommend it during the dry season either!).

2. Which is the best season to visit the Bolivian Jungle and Pampas?

   The climate is mostly tropical all year round, and therefore it is possible to visit during any season. However, the best time is in the dry season, from the beginning of April to the end of November.

3. Is there malaria in Rurrenabaque and in the areas where pampas and jungle tours take place?

   Whilst it is feasible that malaria could exist in Rurrenabaque, the pampas, and the jungle areas nearby because there are plenty of mosquitoes, there have not been any reported instances of malaria. We do not consider it necessary to take malaria tablets for our tours, but if you wish to do so then you should bring them with you, as you might not be able to get the brand you want in Bolivia. There is also the possibility of Dengue Fever and Yellow Fever, so you must protect yourself from insect bites as much as possible. There are good options available to purchase in Rurrenabaque.

4. What are the essentials to bring to the tour?

   One backpack, sturdy duffel bag, or easily managed suitcase, a daypack, sturdy shoes or hiking boots comfortable enough for walking, sandals or shoes you don't mind getting wet, a money belt or pouch (leave your wallet at home - they make easy targets for pickpockets in the city), personal medications, a camera, film, and a waterproof case, and clothing. Generally, the Amazon is quite hot, but during the evenings if it rains it can cool down quite a bit. Fast drying clothes that can be layered work best. Don’t forget anti-bacterial soap, wipes, or gel such as Purell, sunblock of at least SPF 15 (the tropical sun is strong), insect repellent with DEET (diethyl-meta-toluamide), anti-itch cream for insects bites, a flashlight or headlamp with extra batteries, a toothbrush, toothpaste, toiletries, etc, sunglasses, a swiss army style knife, a sun/rain hat, plastic bags (zip lock bags and a larger trash bag), a water bottle, a small padlock to lock your bag shut, a travel alarm clock, and a first aid kid.

5. I want to be really safe. Which things should i put in my own first aid kit?

   A first aid kit could include: Pepto-Bismol for mild diarrhoea, throat lozenges, motion sickness medication, sunburn salve such as aloe vera gel, aspirin or other painkillers, antibiotics for travellers’ diarrhoea (TD), antacid tablets, band-aids/plasters/bandages, ACE bandage, mole skin for blisters/blister plasters.

6. What clothes should I bring to the tour?

   You should bring: A light, water-resistant jacket that will keep you warm on a cool evening or during a sudden downpour, yet which can be stuffed away or worn loosely on a warm day, a cheap rain poncho, a fleece or wool sweater, two pair of shorts and/or swimming trunks, a bathing suit, one to two pairs of pants (one that can be worn to a nice restaurant or club, and another rugged pair for hiking in the rainforest), one long-sleeved shirt or blouse (a long-sleeved cotton shirt is great for the jungle), and 2 to 3 short-sleeved shirts, cotton socks, and underwear (all light colored clothing to avoid mosquitoes).

7. Why book with FindLocalTrips.com?

   Apart from our low-price guarantee, with us you are 100% assured that your booking is made. We provide an instant email confirmation, and have live spaces and availability for each tour. If you have any queries, you are in the hands of our team of 20 local experts here on the ground, who speak perfect Spanish and English. We guarantee quick responses to any questions or queries. Tour operators are experts at operating their tours... We are the experts at reservations, organisation and assistance with your plans for these tours.