Amazon Native Experience – Iquitos Jungle Tour

Iquitos Highlights & Rubber Boom Heritage: We will begin our Amazon adventure by picking you up from the airport or your hotel in Iquitos for a guided walking tour of the city’s main highlights. You will explore the historic Plaza de Armas, the main church, the world-famous Iron House, and several grand historic mansions dating back to the wealthy rubber boom era.

Sailing the Mighty Amazon River: After the city tour, we will board our motorized boat and navigate for about 15 minutes along the Itaya River until reaching the mighty Amazon River—the largest river in the world by volume. We will continue our scenic river journey until arriving at the Cumaceba Curaka Inn lodge. Along the way, with a bit of luck, we may spot beautiful gray and pink dolphins playing in the water.

Lodge Welcome & Amazonian Biodiversity: Upon arrival at the lodge, you will be welcomed with a traditional, exotic drink made from fresh seasonal fruits. You will then be assigned your private room to settle in and rest. Afterward, we head out on a guided excursion to explore the rich biodiversity of flora and fauna unique to the Peruvian Amazon. We will enjoy a typical regional lunch and have free time to photograph and observe wild birds.

Jungle Night Walk & Amphibian Spotting: We will return to the lodge to savor a delicious dinner. To conclude our first night in the rainforest, we will venture out on an exciting night walk under the moonlight to observe unique insects, amphibians, and nocturnal birds while listening to the mysterious symphony of the jungle.

Early Morning Birdwatching & The Unique Hoatzin: We will begin the second day of our adventure very early, either on foot or by boat (depending on the season), to go birdwatching. Morning is the absolute best time to observe a wide variety of exotic species, including the legendary Hoatzin (Shansho)—celebrated worldwide as the only ruminant bird on Earth. Afterward, we return to the lodge for breakfast.

Jungle Wildlife Care Visit: Following breakfast, we will visit a local riverside family who responsibly care for various animal species such as boa constrictors, majestic anacondas, sloths, and Amazonian turtles, learning about their habits and protection.

Artisanal Extraction of Sugarcane Juice: During this excursion, we will also visit a traditional sugarcane processing site to learn about the artisanal extraction of sugarcane juice. You will have the unique opportunity to participate in the process and taste the delicious, fresh beverages made from it.

Cultural Experience at “Gallito” Riverside Village: In the afternoon, we will visit a traditional riverside village called “Gallito” to learn about their authentic way of life and share meaningful time with local families, gaining insight into the daily rhythm of the rainforest. We will then return to the lodge.

Amazonian Campfire Stories & Dinner: A delicious dinner will be served at the lodge and enjoyed around a cozy jungle campfire. This is the perfect setting to spend time together, relax, and listen to mystical myths and ancient stories of the Amazon told by our local expert guides.

Morning Artisanal Fishing & Giant Water Lilies: We will begin our third day in the Amazon with a fresh breakfast at the lodge. Our first activity will be exciting artisanal fishing along the banks of the Amazon River, where, with some luck, we may catch piranhas, catfish, and other native species. We will also have the opportunity to observe the majestic Victoria Regia, the largest aquatic plant in the world—its giant leaves are famous for being able to support up to 4 kg (9 lbs) in weight.

Midday Lunch & Return Journey to Iquitos: We will return to the lodge for a delicious regional lunch and gather our belongings to begin our return journey by boat back to the city of Iquitos.

Cultural Experience at the Bora Native Community: Along the way, we will make a brief stop at the Bora community, a tribe that proudly preserves their traditional customs, dialect, and way of life. This stop allows us to immerse ourselves in their rich culture, experience their ancestral dances, and observe their unique handmade crafts for a couple of hours.

Final Transfer & End of Services: Upon arrival in the city, our services will conclude with your comfortable transfer straight to the airport for your departure flight or to your designated hotel in Iquitos, according to your request.