Peru · Jungle Expedition

4-Day Amazon Jungle Expedition from Iquitos with Tribal Encounters

4 Days Round trip from Iquitos Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the Amazon rainforest and look for its unique wildlife
02 Meet native tribes and learn about their culture
03 Hike deeper into the jungle and camp in different forest areas
04 Go piranha fishing and visit the Butterfly farm
05 Visit the Rescue Animal Center near Iquitos

Embark on an adventurous expedition into the Amazon rainforest from Iquitos. Visit the confluence of the Nanay River and the Amazon, explore the jungle's natural beauty, and discover its wildlife with Amazon and local Jibaro guides. Meet native communities, hike deeper into the forest while camping in different areas, and enjoy activities such as piranha fishing, a visit to the Rescue Animal Center, and the Butterfly farm.

Meet the Boras Tribe on the Momon River with your Iquitos tour guide.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Iquitos

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Iquitos, Fundo el Pedrito and Amazon Forest Camp

Get picked up from the airport or hotel and visit the confluence of the Nanay River and the Amazon.
Explore Fundo el Pedrito, where you will see Flor de lotus and the piranha fish farm.
Meet the Boras Tribe on the Momon River with your Iquitos tour guide.
Arrive at your jungle hotel and have lunch there.
Then, go camping in the fierce Amazon forest.
Have dinner and listen to captivating jungle stories.

Stay overnight at a lodge.

Day 02

Wildlife Exploration and Deeper Jungle Camp

Have breakfast and start exploring the jungle area, looking for wildlife around.
Have lunch and camp in a different area, deeper in the jungle.
Have dinner and stay overnight at a lodge.

Day 03

Deep Jungle Hiking in the Amazon

After breakfast, begin hiking deep into the jungle.
Have lunch and then continue exploring the enormous Amazon.
Have dinner and retire for the night.

Day 04

Piranha Fishing, Animal Rescue Center and Return to Iquitos

Have breakfast and go piranha fishing.
Have lunch and visit the Rescue Animal Center.
Explore the Butterfly farm with your guide.
Arrive back in Iquitos city with drop-off at the airport or hotel.

Where this trip takes you

confluence of the Nanay River and the Amazon, Fundo el Pedrito, Momon River, Butterfly farm

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

Transport to and from the airport/hotel
All meals (typical food)
Water bottle
Rubber boots
Hammock and mosquito net
English-speaking Amazon guide and Jibaro guide (local guide)
First aid kit

What's Not Included

Flashlight
Raincoat
Suncream
Mosquito repellent
Tips for the guides

What to bring

Flashlight
Raincoat
Suncream
Mosquito repellent

Know before you go

If you come in groups, you can receive special discounts. If you are planning to come to the Amazon with your children, we will recommend a good plan for you, such as doing eco-activities in the area like visiting the botanical garden, piranha fishing, and canoeing.

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