WEATHER CONDITIONS |
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Rainfall in the Tambopata National Reserve is around 2500 - 3500 millimeters per year, with most rainfall occurring in the rainy season months from November to April. The average temperature in the National Reserve is 28° C (82° F), with daily highs of 34° C (94° F) and nightly lows of 22° C (72° F). During the dry season cold fronts from the South Atlantic (friajes) occur every month or so, with daily temperatures dropping as low as 16° C (59° F) and nightly temperatures to 13° C (55° F). |
WHAT TO BRING |
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binoculars Camera gear (ASA 50, 100 and 200 recommended) Two or three pairs of long pants Four pairs of absorbent cotton socks. Rain suit or long poncho (100% waterproof - test before you leave home) Three or four long-sleeved cotton shirts Two or three T-shirts Sunscreen lotion (high factor) A bottle or canteen to carry water on outings A hat that will not come off in windy boat-rides One pair of shorts Sunglasses A pair of sneakers or hiking boats (with good gripping soles) and sandals Insect repellent (Skin-so-soft for river, and 20% or more deet for forest) A photocopy of your passport A large, bright flashlight Personal toiletries and medications Rubber Boots for the rainy season from November to April. Money for souvenirs at the lodge´s PeruVerde stand, alcoholic beverages. |
| Please note: Guests should arrive in clothes which they do not mind getting slightly dirty or wet, and should wear footwear that is suitable to walk on a rain forest trail. Sun cream, insect repellent, hat and waterproof clothing should be carried in hand luggage and kept accessible for the journey to the lodge. |