Monkey Island
Monkey Island (also known as Rolin Island) is a large property in the Madre de Dios River where, partnered with INRENA - PERU (National Natural Resources Institute), the lodge operates a conservation project to reintroduce primates to their native environment. This lush island is a favorite excursion for Reserva Amazónica guests. There are many trails on the island, huge trees, and, in summer (June to September), long beaches. A special opportunity to see monkeys such as the Red Howler Monkey (Alouatta seniculus), the White-fronted Capuchin Monkey (Cebus albifrons), the Black Machin (Cebus apella), and the Maquisapa (Ateles paniscus) and the Pichico (Saguinus fuscicollis), among others.

Observation of caimans on the river at night
An hour of canoeing along the riverbank in search of the largest reptile of the Amazon basin: the Caiman, a grand predator. Explanation of behavior, distribution and sociology. Possibility of viewing the largest rodent in the world: the Capybara, or ronsoco, as it grazes at the edge of the river. Adequate lighting equipment for this activity is provided.

Lake Sandoval
Magnificent, isolated Sandoval is the most beautiful lake found in the Tambopata Natural Reserve. An extraordinary landscape of serene water, rich in ichthyologic species, surrounded by palm and other exotic trees. A paddle boat cruise around the lake exposes its rich fauna and flora. You will see the Shansho (or Hoatzin... a prehistoric-looking bird), parrots, macaws and other birds, aquatic turtles, primates like black and white Machin, howler monkeys, among other interesting animals. Maybe even the giant river otter of the Amazon – an endangered species, will be seen. Swimming in the lake is possible. A Sandoval Lake excursion is a unique experience not to be missed.

Wildlife Observation
During the daily outings to Lake Sandoval, Monkey Island, and Gamitana Ravine and during the treks along the trails around the lodge you may see monkeys, sloths, river otters, bats, turtles, caimans, deers, peccaries, morpho butterflies, macaws and a wide variety of birds, including the prehistoric-looking hoatzin. During nocturnal hikes you may spot tapirs, armadillos, tarantulas, frogs and maybe even an ocelot.

Indigenous Plantations of Amazon Crops
Excursion by boat to nearby plantations in clearings of land cultivated by local people where one can observe typical fruit trees and food plants, and a variety of different Amazon crops: sugar cane, banana, yucca, coconas, and cacao, among others. You may also taste typical fruits in marmalade, like annonas, pacays, carambolas, coconas, papayas, bananas, cashews, and limas.

Indigenous Community of Palma Real
On the four- or five-night package tours, a visit is scheduled to Palma Real, to learn about and interact with the indigenous community of the Ese-Eja. Formerly a nomadic tribe, the Ese-Eja confronted the armies of Inca Yupanqui and the Spanish Viceroyalty. Decimated by rubber collectors at the beginning of the 20th century, they now lead a sedentary life dedicated to fishing, hunting and farming their plots of land. Visit to the village, the small school, chapel, houses and cultivated clearings of land.