Island Exploration
Just ten minutes upriver from our Tambopata Research Center, an island emerges in the middle of the waterway. The gentle thump of the paddle against the rocky shore marks the beginning of a unique exploration. As you disembark, a small sandy trail leads you through Cocoi herons and side-necked turtles, while the call of oropendolas blends with the murmur of the river. This isolated corner of the Amazon shelters a unique ecosystem where first-growth forest and bamboo groves attract wildlife rarely seen on the mainland.
During the Island Exploration, you will walk across the island in search of Amazon wildlife: woodpeckers, crested hoatzins, macaws, and the elegant Agami heron. Wildlife sightings multiply with each step, guided by our expert naturalists who share with you the secrets of this hidden paradise.
The journey culminates at the Water Pond Platform, a natural pond that transforms with the seasons. In the rainy season, the river rises, and the water pond fills, allowing turtles and caimans to swim gracefully among the reflections of the water. It’s a unique setting where silence is broken by the sudden splash of Amazonian wildlife. During the dry season, the vegetation takes over, and bird species find refuge among the thickets, creating a different but equally fascinating spectacle.
Rainy Season (November to March): The river level increases, and access to the island requires exploration boots. During the highest months, the island may flood, making visits impossible. However, when the waters rise, the water pond becomes a sanctuary for turtles and caimans, offering a rare spectacle.
Dry Season (April to October): The river recedes, making access and exploration easier. The water pond fills with vegetation, attracting birds like kingfishers and herons. It's the perfect moment for extended walks and observation of rare species.
During the Island Exploration, you will walk across the island in search of Amazon wildlife: woodpeckers, crested hoatzins, macaws, and the elegant Agami heron. Wildlife sightings multiply with each step, guided by our expert naturalists who share with you the secrets of this hidden paradise.
The journey culminates at the Water Pond Platform, a natural pond that transforms with the seasons. In the rainy season, the river rises, and the water pond fills, allowing turtles and caimans to swim gracefully among the reflections of the water. It’s a unique setting where silence is broken by the sudden splash of Amazonian wildlife. During the dry season, the vegetation takes over, and bird species find refuge among the thickets, creating a different but equally fascinating spectacle.
What to Expect Each Season
Rainy Season (November to March): The river level increases, and access to the island requires exploration boots. During the highest months, the island may flood, making visits impossible. However, when the waters rise, the water pond becomes a sanctuary for turtles and caimans, offering a rare spectacle.
Dry Season (April to October): The river recedes, making access and exploration easier. The water pond fills with vegetation, attracting birds like kingfishers and herons. It's the perfect moment for extended walks and observation of rare species.
Why You’ll Love Island Exploration
- Unique Ecosystem: Natural refuge for species that are hard to spot elsewhere in the Amazon.
- Exclusive Wildlife Sightings: From caimans in still waters to birds nesting among bamboo groves, each visit is a surprise.
- Expert Guides: Our naturalists will walk with you, sharing their deep knowledge of the local flora and fauna.
- Discover the magic of a hidden Amazonian retreat, where each season reveals a different landscape, and each visit is a story waiting to be told.
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