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Rafting the Rio Tuichi in the Madidi National park

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Duration

9 days, 8 night’s

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

12 people

Languages

English, Español

Overview

Rafting in pristine jungle in Bolivia

This epic jungle trip takes us from the gold mining town of Apolo down into the Madidi National Park, one of the most biologically diverse areas on the planet. Here with the the help of locals we construct a sturdy raft and set off down the Rio Tuichi where we spend six days floating through the Bolivian amazon. The Rio Tuichi is the most exciting river in Bolivia as there are no other white-water rivers this size and in such a remote location in the country. During this exciting adventure we will make excursions into the pristine forests to see the impressive trees and flowers as well as try to spot wildlife such as jaguars, giant anteaters and anacondas.

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Highlights

  • Type of activity: rafting and small walks
  • Difficulty: up to class 4 rafting
  • Experience required: non
  • Tour starts in La Paz
  • Tour ends in La Paz
  • Best time of year: May to November
  • Season: Dry season: days are mild and nights are mild
  • Highlights: Rafting the infamous Rio Tuichi in the Madid National park, chance to see wildlife, Llamas, Vicunas, spectacle bear, monkeys

Itinerary

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Day 1: La Paz (3600m) - Apolo (1500m)

We leave La Paz and head up to the city of Al Alto and cross the dry Altiplano (4000m) Heading towards Lake Titicaca (3810m). Later we drop through the Yungas forest passing through lush vegetation and foaming mountain rivers. Before arriving in the town of Apolo we enter a large section of open dry wood land. We spend the night in the gold mining town of Apolo.
11 - 12 hour drive, with some stops (LD) Hostel

Day 2: Apolo - Asariamas, Rio Tuichi (1300m)

This day will be spent on a 4WD road that will take us from Apolo to Asariamas along the Rio Tuichi. Once we arrive at the river, we will construct the ''balas de goma''a sturdy craft made of inner truck tubes and slender tree trunks, which will be our vessel for the next days as we float down the river. We will set up camp along the river.
3 - 4 hour drive (BLD) camping

Day3: 3 to 7: Rafting the Rio Tuichi - San José de Chupiamonas (600m)

We flow down river through the pristine and rich wildlife rainforest, making occasional side hikes into the jungle and to swimming holes. We will fish for dinner and camp on the beaches along the river. During the 5 days on the river we will have the opportunity to see an incredible variety of plant life and wildlife.
4 - 6 hour on the raft per day (BLD) camping

Day 8: San José de Chupiamonas - Rurrenabaque (400m)

Today we meet our motorboat which will take us to Rurrenabaque. We have time to visit the village of Rurrenabaque in the evening.
6 - 8 hour by boat (BLD) Hotel

Day 9: Rurrenabaque - La Paz (3600m)

Flight in the morning back to La Paz. Transfer to Hotel.
1 hour flight, 45 minute drive to hotel (B)
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Included/Excluded

  • English speaking guide with Local river guides
  • Meals as mentioned, (B – Breakfast, L – lunch, D – dinner) including drinks at camp meals
  • Local made rafts and rafting equipment, Life Jackets, drums to keep gear dry
  • Tents and kitchen equipment
  • Private transport during the trip
  • Flight Rurrenabaque – La Paz
  • Cook
  • 1 night Hotel
  • 1 night Hostel
  • First aid kit
  • Entrance fees to: Madidi National Park
  • Personal insurance
  • Extra services not mentioned in the program
  • Tips
  • Drinks at restaurant meals and hotels

Tour Length

9 days

Group Size

1 - 10
1 - 12
1 - 6
6

Tour Type

Multi Activity Tours

Tour's Location

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