Rainforest Tours in December 2025

What our customers ask about Rainforest Tours in December 2025

• What is the weather like in the Peruvian Amazon rainforest during December?

  The Peruvian Amazon enters its rainy season in December with temperatures reaching 85-90°F (29-32°C) and high humidity levels. Visitors to Tambopata National Reserve and Puerto Maldonado should expect afternoon rain showers which create exceptionally green conditions in the forest. According to a TourRadar traveler: "The weather was perfect for wildlife viewing despite some rain and our guide at Maniti Eco-Lodge made sure we timed our activities around the weather patterns."

• What wildlife can I expect to see in the Amazon rainforest during December?

  December's wet season brings increased wildlife activity throughout the Amazon. Visitors to Tambopata Reserve regularly encounter pink river dolphins various monkey species and hundreds of birds including macaws and toucans. Night tours often reveal caimans and other nocturnal animals. The Inkaterra Reserva Amazónica area is home to more than 540 bird species and 100 mammal species. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "we saw countless monkeys birds and even pink dolphins during our December visit to Iquitos."

• What are the best rainforest areas to visit in December?

  Key destinations for December visits include Peru's Tambopata National Reserve accessed from Puerto Maldonado and Ecuador's Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve. Both locations offer well-established accommodations such as the Nicky Lodge in Cuyabeno and Inkaterra Reserva Amazónica in Tambopata. A TourRadar traveler noted: "Cuyabeno Reserve in December was magical - the increased rainfall made the forest incredibly lush and the waterways more navigable for wildlife viewing."

• How many days should I spend in the rainforest in December?

  Most travelers find 3-4 days provides enough time to experience the rainforest's diversity in December. Popular programs include the 3-day Reserva Amazónica tour or the 4-day Cuyabeno Lodge package. A TourRadar traveler shared: "Our 4-day stay at Nicky Lodge in December was perfect - enough time to see plenty of wildlife and experience both sunshine and rain in the forest."

• What's the price range for December rainforest tours?

  December tours start at USD 455 for basic 3-day experiences at locations like Puerto Maldonado Amazon Field Station. More extensive packages that cover multiple areas can reach USD 1312. These rates typically cover lodging meals guided excursions and transportation. A TourRadar traveler mentioned: "The December pricing at Maniti Eco-Lodge was reasonable considering all the included activities and meals."

• Are there any special festivals or events in the rainforest region during December?

  The Amazon region comes alive with indigenous celebrations during December particularly around the summer solstice. Local communities in the Peruvian Amazon often host traditional festivals featuring regional music and dance performances. A TourRadar traveler reported: "During our December visit to the Tarapuy community in Ecuador we were fortunate to participate in their end-of-year celebrations while learning about traditional cassava preparation."