4 Days in the Heart of the Jungle
Highlights
Iquitos
Group Tour
4 Days
Medium
English, Spanish
Description
Experience an unforgettable 4-day Amazon Rainforest adventure starting from Iquitos. Stay in a comfortable jungle lodge surrounded by lush forest and exotic wildlife. Explore the diverse Yanamono rainforest on guided walks, visit a traditional Yagua village to learn about local culture, and enjoy exciting activities like birdwatching, piranha fishing, and a scenic rafting trip along the Amazon River. Witness giant water lilies, discover flooded jungle ecosystems, and embrace the sounds and sights of the rainforest by day and night for a truly immersive nature experience.
Itinerary
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Day 1 – Arrive in Iquitos and Journey into the Amazon
- Arrive at Iquitos Airport and meet your guide for a transfer to the local office.
Receive a short orientation about your Amazon rainforest adventure.
Travel by speedboat along the Amazon River to your jungle lodge.
Stop at Monkey Island to observe rescued monkeys living freely.
Arrive at the lodge, enjoy a welcome drink, check in, and have lunch.
Explore the Yanamono rainforest on a guided afternoon walk to observe native plants, birds, and possibly monkeys.
Relax at the lodge before heading out on an evening boat ride to enjoy jungle sounds, starlight, and moonlight.
Meals included: Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Amazon Lodge near Iquitos -
Day 2 – Immerse in Amazonian Culture and Wildlife
- Begin the day with early morning birdwatching by boat to spot species like hawks and kingfishers.
Return to the lodge for breakfast.
Visit a riverside Yagua indigenous village to learn about traditional fishing, farming, and local school life.
Enjoy lunch at the lodge.
Go afternoon fishing in a jungle tributary and try to catch a piranha.
Watch for pink river dolphins in their natural habitat.
Take a night walk near the lodge to observe nocturnal animals such as frogs, snakes, and owls while experiencing the jungle's nighttime sounds.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Amazon Lodge near Iquitos -
Day 3 – Discover Giant Lilies and Rainforest Adaptations
- Eat breakfast at the lodge.
Take a boat excursion to see the Giant Water Lily (Victoria Amazonica) in a nearby lake on Yanamono Island.
Observe the massive lily pads that float on the water and change color depending on the bloom cycle.
Return to the lodge for lunch.
Explore the flooded forests of Yanamono Island to see buttress trees, floating vegetation, and seasonal wetland ecosystems.
Return to the lodge for a relaxing evening and dinner.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Amazon Lodge near Iquitos -
Day 4 – Raft the Amazon and Return to Iquitos
- Begin the day with a full breakfast.
Join a guided rafting excursion on the calm waters of the Amazon River and explore narrow jungle streams.
Paddle silently to spot wildlife without disturbance.
Return to the lodge for lunch and prepare for departure.
Check out and transfer by boat and vehicle back to Iquitos.
Arrive at the airport in time for your outbound flight.
Meals included: Breakfast and Lunch
Accommodation: Not included (departure day)
What's Included
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What To Bring
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Cancellation Policy
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No refund in case of any cancellation.
Price
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| 1 to 1 | /person |
| 2 to 16 | /person |
| Child | |
| 1 to 1 | /person |
| 2 to 16 | /person |
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This is a group tour |
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