Peru · Jungle Expedition

5-Day Amazon Jungle Expedition from Iquitos with Yarapa Camping

5 Days Round trip from rio yarapa Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Navigate the Marañon River to observe the birthplace of the Amazon
  • 02 Spot pink and grey dolphins during a river excursion
  • 03 Walk through the tropical jungle and learn about medicinal plants
  • 04 Fish for piranhas and other species in the Yarapa River
  • 05 Camp deep in the jungle and explore in search of wildlife

Embark on a thrilling 5-day adventure from Iquitos to Nauta, navigating the Marañon and Ucayali Rivers to reach the Yarapa River. Discover the birthplace of the Amazon, observe pink and grey dolphins, and walk through the tropical jungle to learn about medicinal plants and the natural riches of the region. Fish for piranhas, camp deep in the jungle, and enjoy an immersive experience where exploration and wildlife encounters shape each day.

From there, navigate along the Marañon River to observe the birthplace of the Amazon River, then continue along the Ucayali River until reaching the Yarapa River, a tributary of the Puerto Miguel communal reserve, and finally arrive at the base camp.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 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

From Iquitos to Nauta and the Yarapa River

  • Depart from Iquitos to the city of Nauta at the previously agreed time to begin the tour. From there, navigate along the Marañon River to observe the birthplace of the Amazon River, then continue along the Ucayali River until reaching the Yarapa River, a tributary of the Puerto Miguel communal reserve, and finally arrive at the base camp.
  • Have lunch, then head out on an excursion to observe pink and grey dolphins, the sunset, and Victoria regia aquatic plants.
  • Later, look for alligators. The entire tour in this region is done by boat.
  • Return for dinner.
2
Day 02

Sunrise, Jungle Walk, and Fishing

  • Wake up early to watch the sunrise.
  • Return for breakfast, then go on a walk through the tropical jungle to learn about medicinal plants, among other things, and discover everything that nature offers along the way. Return for lunch.
  • Afterwards, go fishing for piranhas, other species of fish, and more.
3
Day 03

Jungle Exploration and Camping Adventure

  • After breakfast, prepare the equipment for camping and exploration in search of monkeys, cock-of-the-rock birds, and other wildlife that nature may offer. Set up camp in the middle of the jungle with mosquito nets, fish with a seine net, and continue exploring by boat or on a night walk through the jungle.

Here, there is no fixed schedule; everything is an adventure.

4
Day 04

Deeper Jungle Exploration and Camp Relocation

  • Explore the jungle more thoroughly on hikes, and move the camp farther into the jungle to continue the exploration.

Here, there is no fixed schedule; everything is an adventure.

5
Day 05

Return to Base Camp and Iquitos

  • After breakfast, return to the base camp. Before lunch, you will have time for two very important things: relax a little and go out for a short walk until lunchtime.
  • Have lunch, then return to the city of Nauta and continue on to the city of Iquitos.
Marañon River, Ucayali River, Yarapa River

Where this trip takes you

Marañon River, Ucayali River, Yarapa River

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from rio yarapa 2 cities · 5 Days

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, or 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

  • The program is flexible.

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.
End of the journey

Your 5 days finish where they began, in rio yarapa.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $300.00 — $320.00
Double Sharing $300.00 — $320.00

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