4-Day Amazon Jungle Expedition from Iquitos with Yarapa Camping

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Witness the birth of the Amazon River at the Marañon and Ucayali confluence
• 02 Travel along the Yarapa River toward the communal reserve of Puerto Miguel
• 03 Walk through the tropical jungle to learn about medicinal plants
• 04 Search for monkeys, birds, insects, pink and gray dolphins, and alligators
• 05 Camp in the jungle and explore by boat and on a night walk

Embark on an enchanting journey from Iquitos to Nauta, where you will navigate the Marañon River to witness the birth of the Amazon River and its convergence with the Ucayali River. Continue along the Yarapa River, a tributary leading to the communal reserve of Puerto Miguel, and immerse yourself in the jungle's remarkable landscapes and wildlife. Wander through the tropical rainforest to learn about medicinal plants, search for a variety of fauna species, and enjoy a deeper Amazon experience with fishing, camping, and night exploration.

Embark on an enchanting journey from Iquitos to Nauta, where you will navigate the Marañon River to witness the birth of the Amazon River and its convergence with the Ucayali River.

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

Cities Iquitos, Nauta

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Nauta, the Marañon and Ucayali Confluence, and Yarapa River

• Depart from Iquitos for the city of Nauta.
• Navigate the Marañon River to observe the birth of the Amazon River and its convergence with the Ucayali River.
• Travel along the Yarapa River until reaching the base camp.
• Enjoy a savory lunch.
• Set out on an excursion to observe pink and gray dolphins, the sunset, Victoria regia aquatic plants, and alligators.
• Return to the accommodation for dinner.

2

Day 02

Tropical Jungle Walk and Fishing Experience

• Wake up and enjoy breakfast.
• Go for a walk through the tropical jungle to learn about medicinal plants and everything that nature offers us.
• Return for the main course meal.
• Afterward, go fishing for piranhas and other species of fish.

3

Day 03

Wildlife Search and Jungle Camping

• Wake up and enjoy breakfast.
• Go out in search of monkeys, birds, and insects, either on foot or by boat.
• Set up your camp in the jungle.
• Explore the jungle by boat and on a night walk.

4

Day 04

Return to Base Camp and Journey Back to Iquitos

• Wake up and enjoy your self-cooked breakfast.
• Return to the base camp.
• Enjoy the main course lunch at the base camp.
• Depart for the city of Nauta and later continue to the city of Iquitos.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Pick up from the airport
• Round-trip transportation to the hostel
• Accommodation and food at the hostel
• Camping equipment
• Rubber boots
• Bilingual guide
• Mineral water
• Excursions

What's Not Included

• Beer
• Soda
• Cigarettes
• First breakfast in the city
• Accommodation in the city
• Air tickets

What to bring

• Long pants
• Shorts
• Sandals
• Long-sleeved T-shirts
• Rain poncho
• Sunglasses
• Camera
• Flashlight and batteries
• Insect repellent
• Sunscreen

Know before you go

• To confirm your reservation, you need the following information:
  • Your flight number.
  • Date and time of your arrival in Iquitos.
  • Full name and ID number or passport of the people who are going to take the tour.
  • Nationality.
  • Food preferences of the travelers (vegan, vegetarian, non-vegetarian).
  • Whether they have any illness, disability, or phobia.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Comando Tours Expedition, pasaje ampliacion las gardenias, Iquitos, Perú

Tour start

rio yarapa, 16310, Perú

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.