JUNGLE CLASSIC | 4 DAYS 3 NIGHTS
EXPLORING THE AMAZON RAINFOREST AND VISITING TRIBE COLONIES
$259 Per Person
Based on a group of 2 people minimum
Day 1 – From Iquitos to the Amazon Rainforest
Your adventure begins with pick-up from your hotel or the Iquitos airport by one of our expert jungle guides. Our first stop will be Bellavista-Nanay Market, a vibrant place north of Iquitos where you’ll discover Amazonian products such as aguaje, suri, jungle fruits, fish, and traditional regional drinks.
After a short visit, we’ll board our boat and begin navigating the Nanay and Amazon Rivers. Here, you’ll witness the incredible meeting of the two rivers — the black waters of the Nanay mixing with the light-brown waters of the Amazon. Your guide will share fascinating insights into this natural phenomenon and the history of the Amazon River.
We’ll continue to Fundo Pedrito, a small ecological reserve where you can see and feed piranhas, alligators, and the giant paiche (pirarucú), the largest freshwater fish in South America. You’ll also admire the Victoria Regia, the world’s largest aquatic plant.
Afterwards, we’ll reach our jungle lodge around 12:30 p.m., settle into your cabin, and enjoy a delicious Amazon-style lunch.
In the afternoon, we’ll visit Fundo Neyser, home to monkeys, sloths, parrots, macaws, and even the anaconda. Before returning to the lodge, we’ll head out to spot pink river dolphins while watching a spectacular Amazon sunset.
After dinner, we’ll take a night walk through the jungle, observing frogs, tarantulas, insects, and nocturnal birds under the sounds of the rainforest.
Highlights
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Explore Bellavista-Nanay Market and taste local Amazon products
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See the meeting of the Nanay and Amazon Rivers
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Visit Fundo Pedrito to feed piranhas and see the Victoria Regia
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Encounter sloths, monkeys, parrots, and pink dolphins
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Enjoy a night walk in the Amazon rainforest
Day 2 – Birdwatching, Piranha Fishing & Yagua Tribe Experience
We’ll start the morning early with an exciting birdwatching tour along Quebrada Timicurillo, one of the best places to spot a wide variety of Amazon birds in their natural habitat.
After breakfast at the lodge, we’ll head to the Amazon River for an authentic piranha fishing experience. Besides the famous red piranhas, it’s common to catch other species like catfish, sardines, and mojarras, making this a true Amazon adventure.
At midday, we’ll return to the lodge for lunch and a short rest, before setting out to visit a small Yagua family community. You’ll learn about their ancestral traditions, enjoy their dances and language, and practice their blowgun hunting techniques. It’s also a great opportunity to purchase handcrafted souvenirs made by local artisans.
Before sunset, we’ll return to the lodge. After dinner, relax in the hammock lounge and enjoy an evening of Amazon jungle legends — mysterious tales of El Bufeo Colorado (the pink dolphin), La Sirena (the mermaid), and El Tunchi (the jungle spirit).
Highlights
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Early-morning birdwatching at Quebrada Timicurillo
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Piranha fishing on the Amazon River
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Visit a traditional Yagua tribe community
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Learn blowgun hunting techniques
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Enjoy a night of Amazon jungle legends and folklore
Day 3 – Jungle Trek, Wildlife & Survival Skills
Start the day at a relaxed breakfast before embarking on a full-day excursion through the primary Amazon rainforest. On this trek, you’ll observe monkeys and other wildlife in their natural habitat and discover the diverse medicinal plants that thrive in this part of the Amazon.
At the heart of the forest, we’ll encounter a giant 500-year-old lupuna tree, with roots spreading up to 50 meters, an impressive symbol of the Amazon’s ancient ecosystem.
During the trek, you’ll also learn practical jungle survival techniques, such as sourcing water from lianas and understanding forest navigation.
We’ll return to the lodge before sunset, concluding a day full of wildlife spotting, nature exploration, and hands-on jungle learning.
Highlights
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Trek through primary Amazon rainforest
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Spot monkeys and local wildlife
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Discover medicinal plants and traditional jungle knowledge
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See a 500-year-old lupuna tree
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Learn practical jungle survival techniques
Day 4 – San Rafael Community & Return to Iquitos
Enjoy your final sunrise in the Amazon rainforest and a leisurely breakfast at the lodge. We’ll then visit the San Rafael community, where you’ll experience their daily life, customs, and beliefs.
A local guide will take you through a botanical garden, demonstrating the preparation of traditional home remedies still used today — a unique insight into Amazonian medicinal knowledge.
After returning to the lodge for lunch, we’ll pack our belongings and begin the journey back to Iquitos, concluding this unforgettable Amazon jungle adventure.
Highlights
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Witness your last sunrise in the jungle
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Explore San Rafael community and learn about local traditions
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Discover traditional medicinal plants and remedies
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Enjoy a farewell lunch at the lodge
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Return to Iquitos, completing the tour
Note: All programs are flexible and may vary depending on weather conditions, ensuring safety and comfort for all travelers.
Estimated arrival in Iquitos is around 5:00 p.m., marking the end of an incredible journey through the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve and Amazon rainforest.
