Discover Puerto Maldonado, the gem of Madre de Dios

Puerto Maldonado
Partha Narasimhan
December 12
Written by Carlos Rivera

Discover everything you can see and do in Puerto Maldonado, the gateway to the Amazon rainforest. Explore its natural wonders and have a unique experience in the Peruvian Amazon.

Puerto Maldonado is a city located in the Madre de Dios region, in the Peruvian Amazon rainforest. It is known as the gateway to the Peruvian Amazon and offers a wide variety of activities and fascinating destinations to explore.

In Puerto Maldonado, you can enjoy incredible boat rides on the Madre de Dios and Tambopata rivers, visit the Tambopata National Reserve and the Bahuaja-Sonene National Park, where you can observe a great diversity of flora and fauna.

If you enjoy adventure, don't miss the opportunity to visit Lake Sandoval, a beautiful lake surrounded by tropical rainforest and home to numerous animal species, including caimans and giant otters.

In Puerto Maldonado, you will also find indigenous communities, where you can learn about their traditions and way of life. Don't miss the chance to try the delicious local cuisine, which includes dishes made with exotic fruits and regional fish.

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