Iqu-05 : Ultimate Amazon Odyssey - 5 Days Expedition

$382
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5 days
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About This Tour

Our lodge is situated deep in the confines of this famous forest. Scout for local wildlife like sloths, monkeys, birds, caimans, piranhas and more as you enjoy river boat rides, visit an Amazonian village, and enjoy the atmosphere of this incredible outdoor environment.

 Excursion with which you will be able to know the main tourist attractions of the city, among which the walks along the calm and peaceful Momón River, a tributary of the great Amazon. During the excursion you will navigate through large rivers ,seeing the most important Amazonian fauna and also getting to know the Boras tribe, indigenous people known worldwide for having participated in numerous films, documentaries and reality shows. 

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Inclusions

  • Pick up  Hotel / Airport
  • 4 nights of accommodation at the Amazon Camp
  • All meals
  • Excursions that are detailed in the program
  • Guide in English / Spanish

Exclusions

  • Snacks / Personal Water 
  • Flight tickets
  • Transfer back to the airport
  • Drinks at the bar (Soft drinks / Beers / ….)

Tour Plan

Itinerary

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Day 1 #1
  • Pick-up from your hotel and transfer to the Bellavista Nanay port.
  • On board our comfortable and safe traditional boat, the journey along the Amazon River will allow you to appreciate a wonderful panorama where the magnificence of the river carves its way through the lush jungle.
  • Sightseeing of gray or pink dolphins along the way.
  • Visit to the “Indigenous Community – KUKAMA TRIBE.” We will visit and dance with them, as they have been guardians of the region’s biodiversity, using their deep knowledge of plants and natural medicine to survive in this challenging environment. Additionally, their rich oral tradition has passed down stories and myths that explain their origins and relationship with nature.
  • MONKEY ISLAND – Neyser: Continuing our navigation along the Amazon, we will enter a creek to visit the monkeys in their natural habitat. Upon arrival, we will be greeted by the different species of monkeys that inhabit this area, where we can learn about each one of them, feed them, play, and take pictures with them… all in their natural habitat!
  • Arrival at our Lodge, where a brief explanation about the sustainability rules of the lodge and its surroundings will allow you to better understand the jungle.
  • Lunch: Typical jungle dishes. (Please inform us in advance for vegetarian options.)
  • SWIMMING IN THE AMAZON: After lunch, we will have a 30-minute rest before heading out to enjoy the cool waters of the Amazon River, its beaches, and experience a “flowering bath” in the black mud.
  • AMAZON SUNSET: Observe the stunning sunset over the Amazon River (weather permitting) and watch pink dolphins (season-dependent).
  • Dinner
  • NIGHT EXCURSION: Explore the lush jungle at night to observe various species of insects, tarantulas, frogs, scorpions, monkeys, and nocturnal birds.
Day 2 #2
  • AMAZON SUNRISE: Observe the sunrise while listening to and spotting various bird species.
  • Breakfast at the Lodge.
  • RESCUE CENTER: We will head to the Wildlife Rescue Center (“Fundo Rony”) to observe and interact with some wild animals such as sloths, monkeys, macaws, toucans, boa constrictors, and turtles. It will be an interesting way to learn to value and respect the typical wildlife of our Amazon. Reminder: In this center, these animals are kept in cages because they are provided with care for a few days before being released.
  • AMAZONIAN TRAPICHE: Tasting of handcrafted macerations such as camu camu, the “seven roots,” and ginger. These provide a unique opportunity to experience their medicinal properties. These infusions are rich in health benefits, such as boosting the immune system thanks to camu camu’s vitamin C, improving digestion, and promoting vitality with the seven roots, and relieving digestive discomfort and nausea with ginger.
  • PIRANHA FISHING: We will then prepare for the Artisan Fishing Tour, where the guide will teach us the local fishing techniques for piranhas or other species using the same materials that Amazonian locals use for subsistence fishing.
  • Self-service lunch with typical jungle dishes.
  • After lunch, take some time to relax or enjoy the pool.
  • Dinner
  • NIGHT CANOEING: We will go canoeing at night in search of caimans. We will learn about their lifestyle, their vital role in nature, and then release them back into the wild.
Day 3 #3
  • Breakfast
  • BOTANICAL WALK: We will take a botanical walk to learn about the main trees and medicinal plants found in the Amazon.
  • YANAYACU RIVER NAVIGATION: We will board a peque peque boat to navigate the Yanayacu River. This remote corner of the jungle harbors an astonishing biodiversity, with lush forests, winding rivers, and a unique variety of wildlife.
  • GIANT TREE TRAIL: Our goal is to reach the giant tree where we can make a wish to Mother Nature at the feet of the mighty Lupuna tree.
  • YAGUAS INDIGENOUS TRIBE: Whose ancestors were discovered by Francisco de Orellana during his first Amazon exploration in 1541. This visit will allow you to learn about their ancestral customs, appreciate their original attire made from palm fibers, and even test your aim with the “pucuna” (blowgun) that the Yaguas have used for centuries to hunt.
  • Self-service lunch at the Lodge with typical jungle dishes.
  • VISIT TO A RIVERSIDE VILLAGE: After lunch, our guide will indicate the exact time to start our new activity as we visit the town of Fátima, where we can learn a bit more about this riverside community on the banks of the Amazon River.
  • Dinner
  • AMAZONIAN STORIES: At night, we will hear stories about Amazonian myths, tales, and legends, which are an integral part of the local Loreto identity, such as Yacuruna, Sachamama, and Chullachaqui.
Day 4 #4
  • Breakfast
  • BUTTERFLY FARM: After breakfast, we will head to the San Rafael butterfly farm, a farming community. At the butterfly farm, we will see different butterfly species. This magical place immerses you in the fleeting beauty of butterflies. This captivating sanctuary is a hidden gem that offers a unique experience in the heart of nature.
  • Self-service lunch with typical jungle dishes.
  • After lunch, take some time to relax or enjoy the pool.
  • Dinner
Day 5 #5
  • Breakfast
  • MONKEY ISLAND #2: After breakfast, we will prepare to visit another, more secret and preserved monkey island than the one on the first day, to discover new monkey species. We will learn about each species that exists in this place, how to care for them, interact with them, and see more than five types of monkeys, including some endangered species.
  • Self-service lunch at the Lodge with typical jungle dishes.
  • After lunch, take some time to relax or enjoy the pool. At the appropriate time, we will board our boat to return to Iquitos.
  • Return to the city of Iquitos.

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