Brazil, Colombia, Peru · Fishing Tours

Piranha fishing experience in the Amazon jungle

2 Hours Round trip from Iquitos Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Try piranha fishing on the Amazon River
02 Boat journey from Iquitos into the Amazon jungle
03 Fish near the meeting point of the Itaya and Amazon rivers
04 Beginner-friendly instruction on using the rod and line
05 Enjoy views of the Peruvian jungle from the water
06 Optional round-trip hotel transfers included

Head out onto the Amazon River for a short but memorable fishing adventure from Iquitos. This experience is ideal for travellers who enjoy the outdoors and want to try piranha fishing while taking in the scenery of the Peruvian jungle.

After pickup from selected hotels or meeting at the boulevard, you’ll board a boat and travel to the fishing area near the meeting of the Itaya River and the Amazon River. Along the way, enjoy views of the surrounding rainforest, learn the basics of using the fishing equipment, and try your hand at catching one of the Amazon’s most famous fish.

You will spend 1 hour sailing at the crossing of the Itaya River with the Amazon River, fishing piranhas and admiring the beauty of the Amazon jungle.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Iquitos

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Amazon Fishing Day Tour - Piranhas

The piranha fishing trip starts after picking you up from the hotel located in the city of Iquitos or after meeting you at Boulevard, we will go to the boulevard`s pier to take the boat and start a journey to the wonderful Amazon River.

The Amazon River is considered the largest river in the world, starting in Peru and passing through Colombia and Brasil. The flora and fauna along this natural wonder is really amazing, including fish like piranhas.

We will reach the fishing spot, where we will teach you to use the rod and the string, in case you are a beginner. You will spend 1 hour sailing at the crossing of the Itaya River with the Amazon River, fishing piranhas and admiring the beauty of the Amazon jungle.

There are different species of piranhas, most of them are omnivores and live in warm freshwaters in the Amazon basin. They are known for having sharp teeth, however they are not danger for humans.

After fishing piranhas in Iquitos, we will return to the pier and drop you off at the hotel or at the meeting point.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Iquitos 1 city · 2 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

River transport
Artisan fishing equipment
Assistance during the activity
Round trip transfers to and from your hotel (optional)

What's Not Included

Air tickets

Know before you go

INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
PASSPORT REQUIRED
Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Infant seats unavailable
Children 5 and younger are complimentary
The vaccine for the yellow fever is optional
At least 2 people are required for this activity to take place.
Tours depart between 8:00 AM and 3:00 PM. You will arrange your exact tour departure time directly with the local tour operator after booking.
Hotel Pick-up is included for the following hotels: Doubletree by Hilton Iquitos, Nativo Hotel, Hotel Victoria Regia y Hotel Samiria. If your hotel is not on the list, you must make your own way to the meeting point.