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Day 1: Iquitos – Amazon River – Cumaceba Curaka Inn

Iquitos Heritage & Rubber Boom Walking Tour

Your Amazon adventure begins with pickup from the airport or your hotel in Iquitos. Accompanied by a local guide, you will explore the city's historic center, visiting the iconic Plaza de Armas, the main church, the famous Iron House (Casa de Fierro), and elegant mansions that reflect the prosperity of the rubber boom era.

Sailing the Mighty Amazon River

After the city tour, we will board a motorized boat and navigate approximately 15 minutes along the Itaya River before reaching the majestic Amazon River. Enjoy a scenic boat journey toward Cumaceba Curaka Inn, keeping an eye out for the fascinating pink and gray river dolphins that inhabit these waters.

Lodge Welcome & Amazonian Biodiversity

Upon arrival, you will be greeted with a refreshing welcome drink prepared with seasonal tropical fruits. After settling into your private room, we will begin a guided excursion to discover the Amazon's remarkable flora and fauna. Enjoy a traditional regional lunch and take some time to observe and photograph the exotic birds that inhabit this natural paradise.

Jungle Night Walk & Nocturnal Wildlife

After dinner at the lodge, get ready for an exciting guided night walk through the rainforest. Discover the fascinating nocturnal world of the Amazon as you search for insects, amphibians, and nocturnal birds while listening to the mysterious sounds of the jungle.

🌙 Overnight at Cumaceba Curaka Inn.

Day 2: Amazon Wildlife – Local Communities – Jungle Experience

Early Morning Birdwatching & The Legendary Hoatzin

We will start the day early with a birdwatching excursion on foot or by boat, depending on the season and local conditions. This is an excellent opportunity to observe the Amazon's fascinating birdlife, including the distinctive Hoatzin, locally known as Shansho. After this memorable experience, we will return to the lodge to enjoy a delicious breakfast

Day 3: Artisanal Fishing – Victoria Regia – Amazon Botanical Walk

Morning Artisanal Fishing & Giant Water Lilies

After breakfast at the lodge, we will begin the day with an exciting artisanal fishing experience along the banks of the Amazon River. With the guidance of our local experts, you will have the opportunity to try catching piranhas, catfish, and other native fish species. We will also discover the impressive Victoria Regia, the world's largest aquatic plant, famous for its enormous floating leaves and beautiful flowers.

Regional Lunch & Relaxation at the Lodge

We will return to the lodge to enjoy a delicious regional lunch. Afterward, take some time to relax in the peaceful hammock area, enjoy the surrounding rainforest scenery, or cool off in the lodge's swimming pool.

Pre-Sunset Botanical Walk & The Sacred Lupuna Tree

Before sunset, we will embark on a guided botanical walk around the lodge. Discover the fascinating Amazonian plant life and admire impressive rainforest trees, including cedar, rubber trees, and the majestic Lupuna, a giant tree deeply connected to the legends and traditions of Amazonian communities.

🍃 Dinner and overnight at Cumaceba Curaka Inn.

Day 4: Amazon Relaxation – Bora Community – Return to Iquitos

Free Morning in the Heart of the Amazon

Enjoy a relaxing morning at Cumaceba Curaka Inn. Take some time to unwind in the lodge's peaceful hammock area, enjoy the surrounding rainforest scenery, and embrace the tranquility of the Amazon before your return journey.

Regional Lunch & Return Journey to Iquitos

After enjoying your final regional lunch at the lodge, we will gather our belongings and board the boat for the journey back to Iquitos, taking in the beautiful river landscapes along the way.

Cultural Visit to the Bora Community & Traditional Exchange

During the return journey, we will stop at a Bora community for a meaningful cultural encounter. Discover their ancestral traditions, traditional dances, handicrafts, and way of life through an authentic cultural exchange with local residents.

As a thoughtful gesture, you may bring small useful items or school supplies to exchange for handmade crafts, according to the community's preferences. This traditional practice is known as trueque (bartering).

Return to Iquitos & Final Transfer

Upon arrival in Iquitos, our team will arrange your transfer to the airport for your departure flight or to your hotel in the city, according to your travel arrangements.

🌿 End of our Amazon adventure and services.