4 Days Peruvian Amazon Cruise – La Perla

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Why we love it?

This 4-day Amazon adventure begins with a city tour of Iquitos, followed by a transfer to Nauta and a cruise through the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve. Travelers explore the reserve’s waterways and rainforest by skiff, spotting diverse wildlife including pink river dolphins and birds, while experiencing cultural visits to local communities that share Amazonian traditions and conservation efforts. The itinerary includes jungle walks, canopy bridge crossings, piranha fishing, and nighttime excursions to observe nocturnal animals. Guests also visit the Amazon Forever Rescue and Rehabilitation Center to learn about efforts to protect rescued river mammals. Throughout the journey, naturalist guides provide insights into the ecosystem, and travelers enjoy regional cuisine and live music aboard the vessel, making this tour suitable for those interested in wildlife, culture, and immersive rainforest experiences.

Inclusions

  • Operated with an English- and Spanish-speaking guide
  • 3 nights’ accommodation in the selected cabin
  • 3 Breakfasts 
  • 3 Lunches
  • 3 Dinners
  • Non-alcoholic beverages
  • Shared land transfer from Iquitos airport to Nauta Port (Day 1)
  • Shared land transfer from Nauta Port to Iquitos airport (Day 4)
  • All as indicated in the program: Entrance fee to Pacaya Samiria National Reserve
  • Meet & Greet
  • All necessary equipment (including rubber boots and rain ponchos)

Exclusions

  • Domestic flights
  • Cost of medical emergencies (including emergency evacuation). We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance
  • Gratuities, amount suggested per guest: 3 Night Program: US$ 150.00.
  • Any additional bar consumption
  • Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.

Itinerary

Pickup from Iquitos International Airport

Day 1

ARRIVAL IQUITOS – NAUTA PORT (100km – 1.5hrs)

  • Upon arrival at Iquitos Airport, begin your Amazon adventure with a tour of the city, discovering its main attractions and learning about its vibrant and unique history. Continue to Nauta, the historic river port where the Amazon cruise begins. Once on board, enjoy a welcome lunch featuring regional cuisine, with a variety of options and vegetarian alternatives available upon request. As the vessel begins its journey along the Amazon, the naturalist guides will introduce you to the program, routes and scheduled activities, while sharing insights into the rainforest, its wildlife and the experiences ahead.

    At night, head out by skiff to Nauta Caño for your first nighttime excursion, searching for caimans, tarantulas, frogs and other fascinating nocturnal creatures.

    Return to the vessel for dinner and a relaxing evening as you prepare for the days of exploration ahead.

    Overnight on board.

Day 2

JOURNEY INTO THE AMAZON ABOARD LA PERLA CRUISE

  • Begin the day early with a skiff excursion to experience the first sounds and colors of the rainforest.  Enjoy a picnic-style breakfast in Yanayacu de Pucate, within the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, an area known for frequent sightings of pink dolphins.

    Return to the vessel to enjoy lunch, featuring traditional dishes, local ingredients and exotic fruit juices.

    Take part in a cultural presentation led by the naturalist guides and learn about ancestral Amazonian philosophy and its connection with the rainforest.

    In the afternoon, continue the cultural experience. Visit San Regis and meet a local shaman, who shares insights into spiritual traditions, medicinal plants and ancestral rituals, followed by a symbolic tree planting ceremony in support of conservation.

    Return to the vessel and relax with live music while dinner is prepared. After dinner, the naturalist guides introduce the following day's activities.

    Overnight on board.

Day 3

JOURNEY INTO THE AMAZON ABOARD LA PERLA CRUISE

  • After breakfast, continue exploring the Amazon with an onboard talk offering deeper insight into the natural surroundings. Explore Iquitos Creek, a prime area for spotting endemic species.

    After lunch and some time to rest, continue with land-based activities. Walk through a system of hanging bridges among the tree canopies, offering a unique perspective of the rainforest, followed by a skiff excursion to Shiriyacu Creek for traditional piranha fishing and pink dolphin sightings.

    Return to the vessel at nightfall and enjoy live music before the farewell dinner.

    Overnight on board.

Day 4

HALF-DAY JOURNEY AND RETURN TO IQUITOS

  • Enjoy one last Amazon experience before departure. Set out early by skiff to Gasparito Creek, a scenic area known for bird and primate sightings.

    After breakfast, enjoy a demonstration of how to prepare the Pisco Sour, Peru’s most iconic cocktail.

    Then, we will disembark to head to Iquitos.

    Before heading to the airport, visit the Amazon Forever Rescue and Rehabilitation Center for River Mammals. Learn about the work of biologists and volunteers caring for rescued manatees and other animals, as well as efforts to reintroduce them into their natural habitat. This visit offers an opportunity to learn more about rainforest conservation and support these important initiatives.

    After the visit, transfer to the airport with lasting memories of the Amazon rainforest, its wildlife and its people.

Please Note

  • Activities may be adjusted due to weather, river conditions and operational reasons.
  • Weather: There are two seasons during the year: high water season (November – May) and low water season (June – October). Daily activities may vary depending on the season and are detailed in the day-by-day itinerary. 
  • Recommended domestic flights (not included): on Day 1 arrival around 14:00 and on Day 4 departure after 12:00
  • Health Requirements: Guests should be in good physical health; excursions involve walking on uneven terrain and boarding skiffs.
  • Insurance: Trip is non-refundable; travel insurance is strongly recommended.
  • Dietary Needs: Must be communicated at least 30 days before departure.
  • Traveler Conduct: Respectful behavior is expected; disruptive passengers may be asked to disembark.
  • No Smoking Policy: Smoking is not allowed onboard. 
  • The program includes transfer from/to the Iquitos Airport to/from the embarkation port, where the vessel will sail out from. This transfer is based around the recommended LATAM flights. Any additional services are not included, for example: transfers from hotel in Iquitos, city tour in case of earlier arrival flight, or private transfer to the embarkation port in Nauta.

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 999 days before start

Non-refundable after 999 days before start

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