Peru · Wildlife

4-Day Amazon Wildlife Tour from Iquitos with Monkey Island

4 Days Round trip from Iquitos Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Observe caimans, exotic birds, paiche, and giant piranhas at Fundó Pedrito
  • 02 Spot pink dolphins and swim in the Amazon River
  • 03 Learn about medicinal trees and plants on a jungle walk
  • 04 Visit the Morphosapi Butterfly Farm and Monkey Island
  • 05 Marvel at the three centuries-old Ceiba Pentandra tree

Embark on a 4-day wildlife tour from Iquitos and cruise to the confluence of the Amazon and Nanay rivers. Encounter exotic animals at Fundó Pedrito, look for pink dolphins, swim in the Amazon, and enjoy both jungle walks and nocturnal river experiences. The journey also includes sunrise birdwatching, visits to the Morphosapi Butterfly Farm and Monkey Island, and a boat ride on the blackwaters of the Yanayacu River. Along the way, see the three centuries-old Ceiba Pentandra tree and visit the Yahua tribe.

Visit Fundó Pedrito, home to caimans, exotic birds, paiche fish, giant piranhas, and more.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
City Iquitos
Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Iquitos Arrival, Fundó Pedrito and Amazon Night Walk

  • Pick up from the airport or hotel by your Iquitos tour guide and transfer to Nanay Port and the lodge.

  • Get a brief explanation of the Nanay Market.

  • Visit the confluence of the Amazon and Nanay rivers.

  • Visit Fundó Pedrito, home to caimans, exotic birds, paiche fish, giant piranhas, and more.

  • Have lunch at the lodge.

  • Fish for piranhas and search for pink dolphins.

  • Swim in the Amazon River.

  • Enjoy a nocturnal walk.

2
Day 02

Sunrise Birdwatching and Jungle Wildlife Exploration

  • Leave early for birdwatching and to catch the sunrise.

  • Walk through the jungle and learn about medicinal trees and plants.

  • Visit the sanctuary for animals rescued from poachers.

  • Embark on a nocturnal boat ride on the Amazon River and revel in the soundscape of the jungle.

3
Day 03

Morphosapi Butterfly Farm and Monkey Island

  • Visit the Morphosapi Butterfly Farm.

  • Make your way to Monkey Island on the banks of the Timicuro River.

  • End the day with a jungle myth storytelling session by the tour guide.

4
Day 04

Yanayacu River, Ceiba Tree and Yahua Tribe Visit

  • Take a boat ride on the blackwaters of the Yanayacu River and search for exotic wildlife species.

  • See the three centuries-old Ceiba Pentandra tree.

  • Visit the Yahua tribe.

  • Lunch will be served in Iquitos city.

Your tour will end here.

Confluence of the Amazon and Nanay rivers, Fundó Pedrito, Monkey Island

Where this trip takes you

Confluence of the Amazon and Nanay rivers, Fundó Pedrito, Monkey Island

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Iquitos 1 city · 4 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transportation

  • Airport to lodge transfer

  • Lodge to airport transfer

  • Meals

  • 4 lunches

  • 3 dinners

  • 3 breakfasts

  • Coffee area

  • Mineral water

  • Limited power

  • Naturalist tour guide

  • Entrance fee

  • Private bungalow

What to bring

  • Insect repellent

  • Hiking shoes

  • Binoculars

  • Raincoat

Logistics

Meeting & route

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

Your 4 days finish where they began, in Iquitos.

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