Amazon Experience
3 DAYS 2 NIGHTS JUNGLE TOUR
3 Days / 2 Nights Amazon Jungle Tour from Iquitos
Amazon Experience 3 days 2 nights Jungle Tours
Exploring the Buffer Zone of the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve
$269 Per Person
Based on a group of 2 people minimum
This immersive expedition takes you to briefly explore the Peruvian Amazon, starting from Iquitos. It is designed for travelers who want to experience the raw beauty of the rainforest, encounter exotic wildlife, and learn about the ancestral traditions of indigenous communities.
📍 Quick Facts
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Location: Iquitos, Peru (Amazon River & Yarapa/Pacaya Samiria buffer zones).
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Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights.
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Experience Type: Wildlife, Culture, and Adventure.
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Inclusions: Airport/Hotel pickup, all meals, lodge accommodation, professional bilingual guide, and all activities.
Disconnect from the world and reconnect with nature on a guided luxury-eco adventure.
Explore the legendary Pacaya Samiria National Reserve buffer zone, one of the most biodiverse regions on the planet. Our 3-day, 2-night Amazon Experience is a curated jungle tour designed for travelers who want a deep, intensive encounter with nature without needing a week-long commitment.
Day 1 – Arrival & Amazon Rainforest Exploration
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Morning: Pickup in Iquitos and land transfer to the town of Nauta (approx. 1.5 hours), followed by a boat ride (approx. 2.5 hours) to the eco-lodge.
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Afternoon: Primary jungle trek to learn about medicinal plants, giant trees, and wildlife spotting (monkeys and sloths).
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Night: Nocturnal boat excursion through the lagoons for caiman spotting.
- Our adventure begins at 8:00 a.m. with pick-up from your hotel or Iquitos airport by one of our expert guides and driver. We’ll drive 1.5 hours to Nauta, the only city connected to Iquitos by road. Upon arrival, a comfortable traditional boat will take us to the Yarapa Communal Reserve, located in the buffer zone of the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, where our eco-lodge is nestled in the heart of the rainforest. Depending on the season, the boat journey takes approximately 2.5 hours. Along the way, you’ll admire colorful birds, spot river dolphins, and, if lucky, see a sloth hanging from Punga trees (Pseudobombax munguba). We’ll arrive at the lodge around 1:00 p.m. for lunch and a short rest. In the afternoon, we’ll explore the primary rainforest wearing rubber boots. You’ll discover giant trees, diverse palm species, and search for terrestrial mammals. Our guide will explain the use of seeds in local handicrafts and teach about medicinal plants and their practical applications. After returning to the lodge, enjoy dinner before setting out on a night excursion to spot caimans in nearby lagoons — an exciting chance for photos before releasing them back into their natural habitat. Highlights Travel from Iquitos to Nauta and explore the Yarapa Communal Reserve Boat ride along the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve with wildlife spotting Explore the primary rainforest and learn about medicinal plants and handicrafts Evening caiman-spotting tour in Amazon lagoons
Day 2 – Birdwatching, Cocama Community & Pink Dolphins
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Morning: Early bird watching at sunrise (macaws, toucans, etc.) and a visit to the Puerto Miguel Cocama community to learn about local traditions.
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Afternoon: Navigation to the mouth of the Amazon River to observe pink and gray dolphins, ending with a sunset over the river.
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Night: Night jungle hike to find tarantulas, frogs, snakes, and other nocturnal creatures.
- Start the day early with an exciting birdwatching excursion. With over 400 species of birds in the area, you may spot herons, macaws, toucans, woodpeckers, kingfishers, hummingbirds, and more. Along the riverbanks, look for monkeys, sloths, and green iguanas in the treetops before returning to the lodge for breakfast. Later, we’ll visit Puerto Miguel, a peaceful Cocama community. Learn about their culture, traditions, and daily life, and if lucky, meet a sloth that you can hold and photograph. After lunch at the lodge, embark on an afternoon boat ride along the Yarapa River, which leads to the Amazon River. At the river’s mouth, you’ll have the chance to see pink dolphins (bufeo colorado) up close. Your guide will share the legend of the pink dolphin and explain conservation challenges for this iconic species. Enjoy a sunset cruise on the Amazon before returning to the lodge. After dinner, go on a night walk in the rainforest, spotting giant frogs, tarantulas, snakes, scorpions, and other nocturnal wildlife such as mice and opossums. Highlights Morning birdwatching with monkeys and sloths along the riverbanks Visit Puerto Miguel Cocama community and experience local culture Afternoon boat ride to see pink dolphins Enjoy a sunset on the Amazon River Evening night walk spotting frogs, tarantulas, and nocturnal wildlife.
Day 3 – Piranha Fishing & Return
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Morning: Traditional piranha fishing (and other local species) in the Amazon River.
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Lunch: Enjoy a fresh meal at the lodge (often featuring the catch of the day).
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Afternoon: Return journey to Iquitos, arriving at approximately 6:00 PM.
- After a relaxed breakfast at the lodge, we’ll head out for an exciting piranha fishing experience on the Amazon River. While the main goal is to catch the famous red piranhas, you may also reel in other local fish species. Upon returning to the lodge, our chef will prepare a fresh dish using your catch, served during lunch, making for a truly memorable Amazonian culinary experience. After lunch, it’s time to pack up and return to Iquitos, marking the end of your unforgettable 3-day Amazon jungle adventure. Highlights Piranha fishing on the Amazon River Opportunity to catch other Amazonian fish species Enjoy a freshly prepared meal from your catch Return to Iquitos, concluding the tour Important Note: Our itineraries are flexible and may vary depending on weather and river conditions to ensure the best possible experience. Estimated Arrival in Iquitos: 6:00 p.m.
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