3-Day Amazon Jungle Excursion from Iquitos






- Duration: 3 Days (approx.)
- Product code: PKRN8M
TOUR ITINERARY
Day 1:
1. Pickup from Airport/Hotel
Begin your adventure with a pick-up from your hotel or the airport, heading straight into the heart of the Amazon.
2. Amazon Boat Ride
Enjoy a relaxing boat ride along the iconic Amazon River. Glide through the water as you take in the dense jungle, exotic wildlife, and stunning landscapes surrounding you.
3. Visit Fundo Pedrito (Wildlife Sightings)
Visit Fundo Pedrito, a wildlife spotting area where you’ll have the chance to see caimans, capybaras, exotic birds, turtles, and more in their natural habitat.
4. Visit Zoológico El Encanto - Animal Rescue Center
Explore Zoológico El Encanto, where you’ll have the opportunity to feed monkeys and learn about the animal rehabilitation efforts aimed at protecting the Amazon’s wildlife.
5. Rum Tasting
Enjoy a traditional rum tasting experience, sampling local spirits while taking in the beauty of the surrounding jungle.
6. Jungle Walk
Embark on a guided jungle walk, discovering the rich flora and fauna that thrive in the Amazon rainforest and learning about their significance to the ecosystem.
7. Boat Ride to Lodge
Take a scenic boat ride to your jungle lodge, where you'll settle in for the night in the heart of the Amazon.
8. Lunch
Savor a delicious lunch, enjoying traditional Amazonian flavors as you reflect on your day.
9. Visit Giant Ceiba Tree
Visit the awe-inspiring Ceiba tree, one of the largest and most sacred trees in the Amazon rainforest. Learn about its spiritual significance and its role in maintaining the balance of the ecosystem.
10. Dinner & Night Hike/Boat Ride
After a delicious dinner, enjoy an optional night hike or boat ride. Experience the jungle after dark, encountering nocturnal wildlife and listening to the symphony of sounds in the rainforest.
Day 2:
1. Sunrise Boat Ride & Exotic Bird Watching
Start your day with a peaceful sunrise boat ride, offering the perfect opportunity for bird watching. Spot a variety of exotic Amazonian birds as they greet the morning, including colorful parrots, toucans, and more.
2. Breakfast
After the boat ride, enjoy a hearty breakfast to fuel up for the day ahead.
3. Visit Yagua Amazonian Tribe (Blowgun Demo, Dance, Crafts)
Visit the Yagua tribe, where you’ll experience a blowgun demonstration, traditional dance, and the opportunity to learn about their crafts and cultural practices. Immerse yourself in the tribe's rich heritage and connection to the land.
4. Piranha Fishing Expedition
Embark on an exciting piranha fishing expedition. Learn how to fish for these infamous Amazon River creatures and test your skills in the waters.
5. Lunch
Enjoy a delicious, traditional lunch in a local spot, reflecting on your adventures so far while savoring the flavors of the Amazon.
6. Yanayacu Timicuro Village (Cultural Immersion & Medicinal Plants)
Visit the Yanayacu Timicuro Village, where you’ll gain a deeper cultural understanding of the local community. Learn about the medicinal plants that play a vital role in their daily life and traditional medicine. Engage with the villagers as they share their ancestral knowledge, customs, and the close connection they maintain with the rainforest.
7. Dinner & Night Jungle Excursion
After a fulfilling day, enjoy a delicious dinner before heading out on an optional night jungle excursion. Explore the Amazon by night, discovering the wonders of nocturnal wildlife and the captivating beauty of the rainforest under the stars.
Day 3:
1. Yanayacu & Amazon Rivers - Dolphin Watching
Start the day with a scenic boat ride along the Yanayacu and Amazon Rivers, keeping an eye out for more dolphin sightings as you cruise through the lush waterways.
2. Visit Monkey Island
Visit Monkey Island, a sanctuary dedicated to monkey conservation. See various species of monkeys in their natural habitat while learning about the efforts to protect these playful creatures.
3. Boat Ride Back to Iquitos with More Dolphin Spotting
Enjoy a relaxing boat ride back to Iquitos, with more opportunities to spot dolphins along the way, reflecting on the incredible experiences of the past few days.
4. Return to Airport/Hotel
After an unforgettable adventure, you’ll be transported back to the airport or your hotel, leaving with lasting memories of the Amazon’s beauty, culture, and wildlife.