Peru · Jungle Expedition

2-Day Amazon River Tour in Iquitos with Fundo Pedrito

2 Days Round trip from Nanay River Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Navigate the mighty Amazon River and see the meeting of the Nanay and Amazonas rivers
  • 02 Visit Fundo Pedrito to spot paiche, piranhas, caimans, giant water lilies, and macaws
  • 03 Fish for piranhas, catfish, and sardines in the Peruvian Amazon
  • 04 Set out on a nocturnal jungle walk in search of tarantulas, snakes, insects, and frogs
  • 05 Watch the sunrise and colourful birds in their natural habitat near Iquitos

Travel 35 km downstream on the Amazon River for a 2-day stay in a basic rustic hut surrounded by the beautiful Peruvian Amazon. This nature-focused experience combines boat rides, fishing, jungle exploration, and nocturnal walks to discover local flora and fauna. Along the way, visit Nanay and Fundo Pedrito, look for dolphins and colourful birds, and enjoy authentic meals in a close-to-nature setting.

On the way to the lodge, you will see the meeting point of the Nanay and Amazonas rivers, clearly differentiated by their colours.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
City Iquitos
Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Nanay, Fundo Pedrito, and Amazon Lodge Experience

  • Meet your local tour guide at the airport for pick-up and transfer.

  • Proceed to Nanay Port in the north, where your Peruvian tour guide will give you a brief introduction to Iquitos city and the Nanay market, known for its fruits, fish, and edible larvae from a palm tree.

  • Board a typical boat to navigate the mighty Amazon River. On the way to the lodge, you will see the meeting point of the Nanay and Amazonas rivers, clearly differentiated by their colours.

  • Visit the tourist site of Fundo Pedrito, where you will be able to see the famous paiche, the largest freshwater fish. You will also see piranhas, caimans, giant water lilies, macaws, and more. Then, continue your boat trip to the lodge.

  • Arrive at the lodge and enjoy a typical welcome drink.

  • Enjoy a typical lunch and embark on a fishing tour for piranhas, catfish, sardines, and more.

  • Visit the animal sanctuary and search for dolphins.

  • Have dinner and set out on a nocturnal walk in search of tarantulas, snakes, insects, frogs, and more.

2
Day 02

Sunrise Wildlife Excursion and Return to Iquitos

  • Start an early excursion to watch the sunrise and observe colourful birds in their natural habitat with your Iquitos tour guide.

  • Enjoy a lovely breakfast.

  • Visit the Yanayacu River for a boat ride in search of wildlife, and see a huge tree in the area.

  • Stop for lunch, then return to Iquitos city.

Nanay River, Amazon River, Fundo Pedrito, Yanayacu River

Where this trip takes you

Nanay River, Amazon River, Fundo Pedrito, Yanayacu River

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Nanay River 1 city · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transport

  • English-speaking local tour guide

  • Meals

What's Not Included

  • Tips

  • Personal expenses

What to bring

  • Raincoat
  • Hiking shoes
  • Repellent
  • Solar lotion
  • Cap

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Iquitos, Peru
Tour start
Nanay River, 16000, Peru
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 days finish where they began, in Nanay River.

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