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PLACES TO STAY
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Giant Otter (Pteronura brasiliensis) in the wild
near Tambopata NR (Lake Sandoval), Peru

Tambopata NR (Lake Sandoval), Peru is one of the top spots to sight Giant Otter (Pteronura brasiliensis) in the wild. Below are the best-rated places to stay within 25 km, plus tips for spotting nearby.

Giant Otter (Pteronura brasiliensis)

BEST TIME TO SEE

May-October

SIGHTING TIP

Scan oxbow lakes (cochas) by canoe in early morning to catch family groups fishing and calling.

Coordinates

12.8300°S, 69.2800°W

HABITAT

Slow rivers, oxbow lakes, flooded forest

CONSERVATION STATUS

Endangered

Hotels and Stays Nearby

Within 25 Km

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