Itinerary

1. Day 1: Iquitos to the Amazon Jungle

   • Morning departure from Iquitos City by car to arrive at the port town of Nanay (Bellavista), where the Rio Nanay meets the Rio Amazonas. From there, we will travel by boat downriver for about 70 km (approximately 2 hours). During the riverboat trip, we’ll have the opportunity to see caimans, turtles, herons, pink river dolphins, snakes, and many other species along the riverbanks.
   • Our first stop will be Monkey Island, where you will have the unique opportunity to observe and interact with a wide variety of monkeys in their natural habitat, including sloths, Goeldi’s monkeys, Tamarin monkeys, Capuchin monkeys, Yellow-Handed Titi monkeys, Masked Titi monkeys, Woolly monkeys, Squirrel monkeys, Spider monkeys, and more! You will also have the chance to hold large anacondas and boas and interact with the rare Amazonian mata-mata turtle. Additionally, we’ll see alligators, turtles, toucans, macaws, and parrots.
   • We will continue our journey to the Yanayacu tributary, where we will set up camp. 
   • In the afternoon, we’ll enjoy a dolphin-watching session with the chance of seeing pink freshwater dolphins. If we’re lucky, we may even swim with them in the river.
   • In the evening, we will embark on a nocturnal nature hike to spot lizards, snakes, spiders, and possibly monkeys.

   Overnight camping at the Yanayacu tributary.

2. Day 2: Amazon Jungle

   • We will wake up early to see the sunrise over the Amazon River and head out for a morning boat excursion to observe various types of flora and fauna.
   • In the afternoon, we’ll enjoy a fishing excursion with the chance to catch piranhas, catfish, and other species of fish.
   • Later, we’ll visit the Victoria Regia, the largest freshwater aquatic plant in the world. After sunset, we’ll embark on a canoe excursion to spot and catch caimans, with the opportunity to hold, touch, and take photos with them.

   Overnight camping at the Yanayacu tributary.

3. Day 3: Amazon Jungle

   • In the morning, we’ll visit a local village to learn about the daily life and customs of the local people.
   • In the afternoon, we’ll explore lagoons and tributaries near the Yanayacu tributary. Here, you can engage in activities like jungle hiking, canoe rides, fishing, plant education, animal observation, or simply relax with a refreshing swim in one of the lagoons or the Amazon River.
   • In the evening, we’ll take another nocturnal nature hike to observe species such as lizards, snakes, spiders, and possibly monkeys.

   Overnight camping at the Yanayacu tributary.

4. Day 4: Amazon Jungle

   • In the morning, we’ll embark on a jungle hike (30-45 minutes) to the “Palo Alto Mirador,” a unique observation tower with three levels at 5, 10, and 15 meters above the ground. From here, you’ll enjoy stunning bird’s-eye views of the lowland Amazon.
   • During the day, we’ll explore the area with activities like hiking, canoeing in the lagoon, or fishing (depending on the group’s preference).
   • In the evening, we’ll go on a nocturnal walk to observe reptiles, spiders, and monkeys.

   Overnight camping at the top observation deck of Palo Alto (in tents or hammocks).

5. Day 5: Amazon Jungle

   • We’ll start the morning with a birdwatching session from “Palo Alto,” where you can observe a variety of bird species.
   • Later, we’ll visit lagoons near the Río Napo, which are home to palms, large trees, and beautiful landscapes. You can choose from activities such as trekking, canoeing, fishing, plant identification, birdwatching, or simply relax with a swim in one of the lagoons.
   • In the late afternoon, we’ll return to the Yanayacu camp for lunch. 
   • After dark, we’ll go on an evening boat excursion to spot white and black caimans, night birds, and other reptiles while enjoying the sounds of the forest at night.

   Overnight camping at the Yanayacu tributary.

6. Day 6: Amazon Jungle

   • We will wake up early to see the sunrise over the Amazon River. After breakfast, we’ll depart by private boat for the Río Napo.
   • Once we arrive, our guides will set up camp and prepare lunch. 
   • We’ll spend the day exploring the area with activities such as hiking, canoeing, or fishing (depending on preference).
   • At night, after dinner, we’ll embark on a night excursion by boat to observe nocturnal wildlife and enjoy the symphony of sounds from the jungle.

   Optional overnight rainforest camping (in tents) on the banks of the Río Napo, or return to the Yanayacu tributary camp.

7. Day 7: Amazon Jungle

   • We will start the day with an early morning jungle hike, offering the unique opportunity to observe a variety of monkeys, birds, and other wildlife in their natural habitat. We’ll also learn about different types of Amazonian plants.
   • Afterwards, we’ll return to Iquitos. On the way, we’ll visit a local native tribe to learn about their history, customs, and traditions.
   • Transfer to the airport or hotel in Iquitos to conclude the tour.