Peru · Jungle Expedition

3-Day Amazon Wildlife Adventure in Iquitos and Nauta

3 Days Round trip from Nauta Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the Yarapa River Basin by land and river
  • 02 Look for vibrant poisonous frogs in the Amazon forest
  • 03 Spot capybaras, macaws, toucans, and monkeys in the wild
  • 04 Search for alligators along the river after dark
  • 05 Hike through the jungle in search of howler monkeys

Venture into the dense and fascinating forests of the Amazon to discover an abundance of plant and animal life. Travel through the Yarapa River Basin from Nauta, explore the jungle on foot and by boat, and look for vibrant poisonous frogs, capybaras, macaws, toucans, monkeys, and alligators. This 3-day adventure offers an immersive wildlife experience in the Peruvian rainforest with the guidance of a native bilingual expert in local flora and fauna.

This 3-day adventure offers an immersive wildlife experience in the Peruvian rainforest with the guidance of a native bilingual expert in local flora and fauna.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Iquitos, Nauta
Languages English, French, German, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Iquitos, Nauta and the Yarapa River Basin

Start at 9:00 am with a transfer to the town of Nauta on the Marañón River. Observe the confluence of the Ucayali and Marañón rivers, then continue to our camp to leave your luggage and have lunch.

In the afternoon, take a walk to look for frogs characterized by their vibrant colours.

Return to base camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

2
Day 02

Jungle Wildlife, Flora and Alligator Search

Continue observing more wildlife as we head deeper into the jungle. Along the way, appreciate the flora and fauna, including the capybara, considered the largest rodent on the planet, as well as birds such as parakeets, macaws, and toucans, and perhaps groups of monkeys such as the machín or choro.

Return to the camp after lunch to look for alligators by the river.

3
Day 03

Jungle Hike and Return to Iquitos

Search for some species of howler monkey before returning for lunch. After lunch, sail downstream to the town of Nauta.

Transfer to Iquitos at 5 pm, where our staff will take you to your hotel or the airport.

Yarapa River Basin, the confluence of the Ucayali and Marañón rivers, Nauta

Where this trip takes you

Yarapa River Basin, the confluence of the Ucayali and Marañón rivers, Nauta

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Nauta 2 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Land and river transfers
  • All food
  • Excursions as detailed in the program
  • Native bilingual guide (English or Spanish) with knowledge of flora and fauna

What's Not Included

  • Tips
  • Other hostel services
  • Alcoholic drinks

What to bring

  • Long- and short-sleeve shirts, preferably in light colours.
  • Long and short pants, and swimsuits.
  • Cap or hat, sunglasses, and rain ponchos.
  • Repellent and flashlights.
  • Personal medicine and personal hygiene items.
  • Slippers and sandals.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Nauta, Iquitos 16004, Peru
Tour start
Nauta, Iquitos 16004, Peru
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Nauta.

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