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3-Day Amazon tour from Iquitos
Amazon Express: 3-Day Amazon River Adventure from Iquitos
S/ 799 per person. Minimum 2 travelers
Experience the Amazon Rainforest from Iquitos on a 3-day, 2-night journey through the Amazon River and the fascinating Yanayacu Creek.
Navigate blackwater channels, explore the rainforest on guided walks, search for monkeys and sloths, observe Amazonian birds, look for pink and gray river dolphins and try traditional piranha fishing.
The experience also includes a visit to an Amazonian community and a traditional canoe excursion, giving you the opportunity to discover both the wildlife and the culture of the Peruvian Amazon.
Highlights of this 3-day Amazon River tour
Explore the Amazon River
Navigate the Amazon River and its tributaries by boat and traditional canoe while discovering the changing landscapes of the rainforest.
Watch monkeys and sloths
Explore the edges of the rainforest and waterways in search of monkeys, sloths and other wildlife.
Search for pink and gray river dolphins
Take a boat excursion through the surrounding rivers and channels in search of Amazon river dolphins in their natural environment.
Go piranha fishing
Learn traditional fishing techniques and try your luck catching piranhas in the rivers or lagoons of the Amazon.
Day 1 — Amazon River, Yanayacu Creek and night jungle walk
8:00 AM — Hotel pickup in Iquitos
Your Amazon adventure begins with pickup from your hotel in Iquitos.
We head toward the Nanay River, with a stop at Nanay Bridge, where you can observe the meeting of the Nanay, Itaya and Amazon rivers.
10:00 AM — Arrival at the lodge
Arrive at the Amazon jungle lodge, check in and take some time to settle into your surroundings before your first rainforest excursion.
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM — Rainforest hike
Begin your first jungle exploration on foot.
Walk beneath the rainforest canopy while looking for plants, insects, frogs, lizards and Amazonian birds such as trogons and hummingbirds.
1:00 PM — Lunch
Enjoy lunch at the lodge surrounded by the sounds and landscapes of the rainforest.
A traditional Amazonian dish such as juane is served as part of the meal.
3:00 PM — Amazonian community and traditional canoe
Visit a local Amazonian community to learn about everyday life and local traditions.
Then board a traditional wooden canoe and explore the small channels and tributaries of the area.
As you navigate the calm blackwater channels, keep an eye out for sloths and monkeys in the vegetation.
7:00 PM — Dinner
Return to the lodge for dinner as the rainforest begins to change with the arrival of darkness.
8:00 PM — Night jungle walk
After sunset, explore the rainforest with your guide in search of nocturnal wildlife.
You may encounter giant frogs, tarantulas, snakes and nocturnal insects.
Overnight: Amazon jungle lodge.
Day 2 — Sunrise, birdwatching and Amazon wildlife
6:00 AM — Sunrise and birdwatching by boat
Start the morning with a peaceful boat excursion as the sun rises over the rainforest.
Look for herons, kingfishers, hawks, jacamars, flycatchers and toucanets along the riverbanks and forest.
8:00 AM — Breakfast
Return to the lodge for breakfast.
9:30 AM — Monkey watching and giant tree hike
Navigate the waterways in search of monkeys, including squirrel monkeys and other species found in the area.
Continue by foot through the rainforest to a giant tree estimated to be approximately 500 years old.
Take time to appreciate its size and explore the ecosystem around it before returning to the lodge.
1:00 PM — Lunch
Enjoy lunch at the lodge and take some time to relax.
3:30 PM — Pink and gray river dolphin expedition
Head back onto the water in search of the Amazon's iconic pink and gray river dolphins.
Explore nearby rivers and channels while looking for these animals in their natural environment.
Depending on conditions, this is also an opportunity to enjoy a refreshing swim in the Amazon.
Sunset — Amazon sunset
Find a quiet place on the river and watch the sun set over the vast rainforest.
Overnight: Amazon jungle lodge.
Day 3 — Piranha fishing and return to Iquitos
7:30 AM — Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast at the lodge before beginning your final morning in the rainforest.
9:00 AM — Traditional piranha fishing
Put your skills to the test with traditional piranha fishing in one of the Amazon's rivers or lagoons.
Learn about local fishing techniques and try your luck catching these fascinating fish.
1:00 PM — Lunch
Return to the lodge for lunch before beginning your journey back to Iquitos.
3:00 PM — Return to Iquitos
Travel back by boat toward the city while enjoying your final views of the Amazon River and rainforest.
5:00 PM — Arrival in Iquitos
Estimated arrival in Iquitos at approximately 5:00 PM.
End of the Amazon adventure.
What to bring for your Amazon tour
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Long-sleeved shirts or lightweight clothing.
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Long pants.
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Waterproof jacket or rain gear.
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Rain poncho.
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Trekking shoes.
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Hat or cap.
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Sunscreen.
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Insect repellent.
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Flashlight.
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Extra cash for personal expenses.
Optional items
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Camera with waterproof protection.
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Waterproof bags or dry bags.
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Sunglasses.
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Binoculars.
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Reusable water bottle.
