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- 4 Days Amazon Lodge Cuyabeno Reserve
- Puerto Maldonado Amazon Field Station 3D/2N (from Puerto Maldonado)
- 7 Days Rainbow Waters & City Lights - Colombia’s Wonders
- 2 days 1 night – Peruvian Tambopata Jungle
- 5-Day Amazon Cuyabeno & Papallacta Adventure
- 3 Days, Experience in Reserva Amazónica (On Request)
- 5-Day Iquitos Jungle Tour at Maniti Eco-Lodge
- 6-Day Iquitos Jungle Tour at Maniti Eco-Lodge
- Rainforests and Reefs
- Madagascar Wilderness Trek
4 Days Amazon Lodge Cuyabeno Reserve
14 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour itself was amazing!! Very nice lodges, great activities with a nice amount of rest inbetween.”
Amy, traveled in September
Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve stands as one of Earth's most biodiverse regions, where anacondas, harpy eagles and giant paiche fish roam. Authentic wooden cabins at Nicky Lodge serve as base while expert guides lead excursions to spot rare wildlife and visit indigenous Siona and Secoya communities.
Duration 4 days Destinations Cuyabeno Wildlife Preserve Age Range Ages 8+ Operated in English, Spanish Operator Responsible Travel South America From
- NZ$715
Puerto Maldonado Amazon Field Station 3D/2N (from Puerto Maldonado)
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Everything was very well organised. Super friendly and knowledgable.”
Karina, traveled in January
An award-winning Amazon research station serves as gateway to pristine rainforest. The 1,129-foot canopy walkway system provides views of nocturnal wildlife along Madre de Dios River, while Carachamayo pool reveals its unique ecosystem.
Duration 3 days Destinations Puerto Maldonado Age Range Ages 10+ Operator Bamba Travel From
- NZ$612
7 Days Rainbow Waters & City Lights - Colombia’s Wonders
11 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The lodge was just as you would expect helpful polite nothing to much trouble. Food was excellent freshly prepared with plenty of local flavors.”
Leslie, traveled in January
The pristine Nicky Lodge offers comfortable rooms and chef-prepared meals in the heart of the rainforest. Diverse wildlife, indigenous communities, and crystal-clear lagoons await. Local experts guide daily adventures through Cuyabeno Reserve's ecosystems.
Duration 7 days Destinations Bogota, Guatavita, La Macarena, Medellin Age Range Ages 12+ Operated in English, Spanish Operator Responsible Travel South America From
- NZ$5,418
2 days 1 night – Peruvian Tambopata Jungle
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Excellent fun packed tour.”
Anthony, traveled in April
The pristine Tambopata National Reserve welcomes visitors to an authentic jungle lodge. Giant otters and capuchin monkeys frequent Lake Sandoval's waters, while caimans lurk along Madre de Dios River. Expert naturalists lead all activities with equipment provided.
Duration 2 days Destinations Puerto Maldonado, Tambopata National Reserve Age Range Ages 8+ Operated in English, Spanish Operator PVTravels From
- NZ$431
5-Day Amazon Cuyabeno & Papallacta Adventure
11 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour was a fantastic experience.”
Jeremy, traveled in September
Cuyabeno Wildlife Preserve offers 4.5/5-rated adventures in untouched rainforest. Paddle through flooded forests, spot caimans on night expeditions, and learn from Siona shamans. Comfortable eco-lodge stays complement guided wildlife walks and traditional canoe explorations with expert naturalists.
Duration 5 days Destinations Quito, Cuyabeno Wildlife Preserve, Papallacta Age Range Ages 12+ Operated in English, Spanish Operator Rebecca Adventure Travel From
- NZ$2,181
Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica sits in prime territory for wildlife viewing. River otters and howler monkeys frequent Lake Sandoval's waters. Seven suspension bridges create perfect vantage points for observing toucans and various monkey species.
Duration 3 days Destinations Puerto Maldonado Age Range Ages 12+ Operated in English, Spanish Operator LimaTours From $1,158
10% Off- NZ$1,042You save $116
5-Day Iquitos Jungle Tour at Maniti Eco-Lodge
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The staff were very friendly and helpful, and there was a good willingness all over the place.”
Angeliki, traveled in April
Maniti Eco-Lodge provides a base for pristine rainforest adventures, including camping at Mirador Palo Alto tower. Monkey Island hosts wildlife encounters, while remote lagoons offer pink dolphin and piranha spotting. Yaguas culture and towering Ceiba trees round out the experience.
Duration 5 days Destinations Iquitos Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish Operator Maniti Expeditions From
10% Off- NZ$2,440
6-Day Iquitos Jungle Tour at Maniti Eco-Lodge
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“He is so knowledgeable in the Amazon rainforest, knows about every plant, mushroom or animal we have seen.”
Roos, traveled in August
Maniti Eco-Lodge anchors this wildlife expedition featuring Monkey Island, nocturnal caiman spotting, and camping at Mirador Palo Alto tower. Piranha fishing, pink dolphin watching, and Yaguas tribe visits fill daily schedules.
Duration 6 days Destinations Iquitos Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish Operator Maniti Expeditions From
10% Off- NZ$3,025
Rainforests and Reefs
7 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour was amazing - it covered the three things I wanted to do - gorillas, the Serengeti and rest at the end in Zanzibar.”
Chitra, traveled in October
Virunga's gorillas and Jozani's red colobus monkeys highlight this rainforest adventure. Afromontane forests, Kigali's urban culture, and Zanzibar's beaches create diverse experiences. Specialized wildlife guides lead spice tours and optional golden monkey treks.
Duration 18 days Destinations Rwanda, Uganda, Tanzania Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Absolute Africa From
10% Off- NZ$6,181
Madagascar Wilderness Trek
9 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Claude was knowledgeable yet humble, organized yet relaxed, and went beyond to take care of us.”
Al, traveled in March
Madagascar's pristine rainforests in Ranomafana National Park shelter golden bamboo lemurs. Andringitra's cloud forests and Zombitse's endemic-rich woodland offer unique landscapes. Primary forest clearings provide camping sites while expert naturalist guides track unique wildlife.
Duration 15 days Destinations Antananarivo, Antsirabe, Ambositra, Ranomafana National Park, Fianarantsoa, Ambalavao, Anja National Park, Andringitra National Park, Isalo National Park, Zombitse Vohbaisa National ParkSee all destinations Age Range Ages 16+ Operator Explore! From $6,240
11% Off- NZ$5,550You save $690
What people love about Rainforest Tours
- 4 Days Amazon Lodge Cuyabeno Reserve
Such an incredible experience, cannot thank the staff enough for being so amazing and welcoming. Would recommend to anyone!
- Puerto Maldonado Amazon Field Station 3D/2N (from Puerto Maldonado)
Our Stay in the eco Lodge was awesome. Everything was very well organised and our guide for the 2 days Oscar was amazing. Super friendly and knowledgable.
- 7 Days Rainbow Waters & City Lights - Colombia’s Wonders
Now this was exactly what I was looking for. And everything went smoothly first being able to talk with Daniel that is the tour operator in Ecuador and he was very kind with us very nice with us making sure everything‘s OK. I went with my mother from Florida and my uncle from New York City. And me and Aspen Colorado. We all met in Miami and then made it out to Quito stayed a couple days before arriving at the bus which you mean at a local hostel. The bus was there we actually decided since it only cost $10 at the hostel we arrived a few hours earlier than the bus so we can take a shower and take a nap since we were just touring around. Then on the way to the jungle the bus stop two times for bathroom breaks and get something to snack on or drink most people were sleeping on the bus. Then in the morning when we arrived in the reserve there was a little outside restaurant and a store where they provided free breakfast for us with this tour which is really cool it’s more of a traditional indigenous sore Ecuadorian breakfast with eggs and rice and I forgot I think it might have been chicken. Then somebody from the lodge was looking for us and welcomed us saying that we’re waiting for the motorized canoe from the lodge to return with other guests and then we checked into The reserve office as were checking into the reserve area so they know we’re in the reserve. Then we travel to hours down the river with our guy that spoke English very well. And immediately the tour started right from leaving the bridge starting to look for birds, snakes, sloths. All kinds of animals snakes and spiders oh and dolphins. Now it does rain in the jungle it’s obviously a rain forest. So make sure you have like rain gear to cover you up your clothes so they don’t get wet. Once we arrived a couple other people from the lodge was waiting at the dock to welcome us and lunch was ready immediately and we were so surprised that the food was like eating in a restaurant. All good food quality food. Not from like some kind of cheap restaurant this would be plates that you are you got a good restaurant and the chef Freddy this guy can cook so good. He can make 15 different meals and they’re never the same and they have fresh juices. And some people are wondering how the quality of food is they do bring the food in from a local supermarket a few hours away down the river and they have to drive to the grocery store to get food they don’t use things that were in the reserve because you don’t know if there’s bacteria‘s so we had all healthy quality food. Then there was morning activities afternoon activities and evening activities. Canoeing down the river with paddles and some non-motorized boats. Always doing something different. The staff is very kind when you get back from your afternoon activity and you go back to your room for a little bit they make you every bed they clean everything up. And don’t worry about it if anything is going to be stolen. The people are very trustworthy. Obviously they don’t want bad reviews. Well maybe not only they don’t want bad reviews they’re good people half of the people live in indigenous communities in the jungle and the other half are from nearby cities like the tour guide and they stay with you from the time you wake up to the time you go to sleep eating all the meals with you so you always feel comfortable and safe in the jungle. Monkeys right there in the base camp. That or wild in the trees and the birds make sure you bring a power bank with you for your telephone or if you need to take pictures they have strict rules and regulations in the reserves from the department of tourism the ministry of like the reserve. So they put it on the generator 30 minutes in the morning so that they can cook breakfast and it gives everybody power and the same with lunchtime and then at nighttime four hours of electricity. And water in the showers is very hot you have to turn the cold water on to make it not so hot and three of us were able to take literally 15 to 20 minute hot showers each with no problem every single day it’s like the hot water never runs out. And the cook I should call him a chef to because that’s more than just some line cook. He’s a very good cook and they’re all really nice staff people. And some of them get together at night time and I’ll sing on a guitar Spanish music. Maybe for 20 to 30 minutes or so which is trust me long enough after a long day in the jungle. They were thorough with everything they do and safety is a major priority. Then the very last day when we were leaving we arrived the dock before every other launch giving us time to get something to drink to make sure everything was in order the buses were already there waiting for us as we were going back to Keita on the bus stopped in a small place where we can actually eat lunch. I don’t know it was an amazing trip I don’t know what else to say besides everything went smoothly everything was safe the people were kind. I did notice tell other people that booked with other lodges or companies. I did overhear people saying how they wish they had better communication and they didn’t have anybody greet them as we were greeted some of the people from the other larges they look a little bit more serious but the people at the store all smiles and like they’re really happy. And make sure you tip them good. Do you know stuff like this they deserve a very good tip honestly. From everything that I saw these people go out of their way to make sure you were comfortable. It’s well worth it I wouldn’t keep looking for something better you already found it I had a really affordable price
What our customers ask about Rainforest Tours & Trips
Which Rainforests Have the Most Amazing Wildlife?
The Amazon is just incredible for wildlife you've got these amazing pink river dolphins and giant otters especially around Peru's Tambopata Reserve where you can paddle around Sandoval Lake. Costa Rica's forests are perfect if you're into birds you'll see toucans quetzals and if you're lucky some sloths just hanging out in the trees. Tortuguero National Park's got this amazing network of canals where you might spot Howler and Spider Monkeys plus about 370 different kinds of birds. Now Madagascar that's something totally different you've got lemurs chameleons and these fascinating amphibians you won't see anywhere else. At Ranomafana Park which they actually created after finding the golden bamboo lemur you could spot up to 12 different lemur species and more than 115 types of birds.
What Are Some Cool Different Ways to Experience the Rainforest?
You could try a multi-day trek with camping it really lets you sink into the rainforest experience like that Madagascar Wilderness Trek where you'll climb the highest peak in the south. In Ecuador's Cuyabeno Reserve you can learn to make cassava bread with the local Tarapuy community which is pretty special. Or get up into the canopy on those walkways like the one at Puerto Maldonado Amazon Field Station in Peru it's 1129 feet of award-winning views right up in the treetops they even got a PURE Award for being high emotion but low impact.
Should I Go Budget or Luxury for My Rainforest Tour?
Budget tours usually mean you're sharing spaces in basic eco-lodges with communal facilities like the 5 Days Amazon Lodge tour at Cuyabeno Reserve where Nicky Lodge gives you this really welcoming vibe with decent rooms and great food. If you're thinking luxury you're looking at private bungalows or those fancy river cruises where everything's more exclusive. Costa RicEco Rainforest Adventure does luxury really well you stay at this amazing eco-hotel with a spa right in the middle of a reserve with five waterfalls. It really comes down to what makes you comfortable and how much privacy you want.