Amazon Basin Highlights - Activity Info. - Bolivia

The main attractions in the Amazon Basin revolve around exploring the great natural beauty of the area. Before or after your jungle adventures, you may also want to experience the history and culture of the nearby towns.

• Rurrenabaque—this friendly, picturesque town is a great jumping off point for any Amazon Basin trip. Rurre—as it is known by locals—is one of the few towns in the area which can be reached by plane. 

• Parque Nacional Madidi--Covering nearly 7336 square miles, Parque Nacional Madidi is home to some of the most diverse plant and animal life in South America. It encompasses a variety of Andean and Amazonian ecosystems which ranges from dense tropical rainforests and seasonally flooded savannas to pristine cloudforest and glacial mountain peaks.

• Trinidad—This laid-back city is a great place to start riverboat cruises on the Río Mamoré. Don't miss the ethno-archaeological museum in town.

• Jungle or Pampas Tour-- A must-do for any itinerary in the area.  The best way to see the famous local plant and animal life is a river cruise or jungle trek.

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