Madidi National Park

Madidi National Park

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Bolivia|South America
90
Wildlife
42
Access
58
Stay
64
Safety
84
Photo
94
Crowds
58
Cost
87
Birding

Madidi National Park is one of the largest and most diverse protected areas in South America, covering a huge range from Andean slopes to Amazon lowlands. It is best for travelers who want a strong wilderness feel, high biodiversity, and boat based access from the Bolivian Amazon gateway towns.

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Wildlife Species

Black Spider Monkey

Uncommon

Mammal · Best time: Morning

Blue-and-yellow Macaw

Common

Bird · Best time: Early Morning

Jaguar

Rare

Mammal · Best time: Dawn or Dusk

Spectacled Bear

Very Rare

Mammal · Best time: Dawn or Dusk

Geography

Terrain
Andean foothills, rainforest, rivers, cloud forest
Elevation
180-6000m
Climate
Tropical to alpine
Area
About 18950 km2

Weather

Best Months
MayJuneJulyAugust
Avg. Temperature
10-31°C
Rainfall
Lower in dry season
Humidity
70-100%

Getting There

Nearest Airport

La Paz to Rurrenabaque by air or road

River access into the park from Rurrenabaque

Transport
  • Boat and lodge expeditions
  • Community run eco tours
  • Multi-day forest trips

Where to Stay

Jungle lodges from Rurrenabaque routes

Budget to Mid-range

Lodge · Boat access

Remote conservation camps

Mid-range

Eco Camp · Inside access corridors

Location

-13.1800, -67.8700View larger map

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