Iquitos Travel Destination 4D/3N

4D/3N

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This program has been designed for wild adventurers, offering an expedition in search of Caiman, Pink Amazon River Dolphins, different species of monkeys, insects and many other protected Fauna and Flora species, combined with mysterious and interesting nocturnal walks that will teach you how to fish in the dark at the native style, only using your hands.

GROUP SERVICE: (02 to 08 People Max): Our most popular Amazon tours. It is recommended for everybody who likes Nature,wildlife,adventure ,Families, Honeymooners and Couples.

PRIVATE SERVICE: All inclusive for Families with children, Honeymooners and Couples. Special Amazon programs just for you, and you can depart any day you wish and choose the group size, we don´t add any people, it is arranged just for you. All private groups include additional services, such as: extra porters, horses to ride and to carry your personal gear (for alternate Activities), luxury lodge if you require.

IQUITOS ATTRACTIONS

We recommend the tour in the Amazon Zone for those who have few time and who want to visit the Peruvian jungle and take advantage of the nice landscapes and the various ecosystems. You will also have the opportunity to practice Adventure Sports like Rafting (level I – II) and Canopying. On the other hand, the wildlife in the Amazon Zone is impressive. The main wildlife in the cultural area consists of minor mammals and birds. Hike into the pristine jungle to see the awesome and gigantic Lupuna Trees, the largest in the Amazon, or try early morning Bird watching, Canoeing, Night excursions in search of Caiman, and many other amazing nocturnal creatures.

The Lodge has become home to a few orphaned jungle creatures such as Woolly monkeys and Saddle backed Tamarins that you may see climbing through the trees or roaming freely on the grounds. They also enjoy the company of humans a great deal! Along the riverbank you’ll find our hammock hut, and benches for relaxing and Bird watching, or glimpsing Morpho Butterflies flashing their blue iridescence as they cross the River, and disappear into the green forest. The intimate dining room is a gathering place for interesting travellers from all over the world.

YELLOW FEVER INOCULATION REQUIREMENTS

Yellow fever inoculation is recommended for travel to Peruvian Jungle. Get your vaccine at least 10 days before your arrival. You must bring your yellow fever inoculation certificate with you to prove to the airport officials in Iquitos that you are vaccinated.

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Amazon Ecological Tour

Before booking the Amazon Tours, please read the following information carefully:

BE sure that your passport is valid for at least 6 months after the date that you enter Peru.
Fill out the booking information. We will contact you as soon as possible (within 24 hours) to confirm your Amazon tours booking, accommodation and assist you in customizing a unique package.
Payment Proceed: We require a US$200 per person deposit for all treks. The remaining balance must be paid before the starting date of the trek. You can pay the balance requesting the agent in charge of your account an invoice to be paid online with credit card or direct deposits.

Five Reasons to Travel With Us

Accommodation Standard (4 and 5 – Star Hotels).
Gastronomic Experience (High Cuisine).
Private Post-Machu Picchu Celebration (VIP Pachamanca).
Personalized and Flexible Service.
Access to the Essence of Peru with Consciousness, leaving positive traces and impacts on communities.

Itinerary

Along the way you will briefly sightsee Iquitos, looking at the most important tourist sites of this representative Peru’s Easternmost City founded in the XIXth Century.Transfer by land to the City of Nauta on the banks of the Maranon River where you will board the boat that will take you to the Tambo Amazonico Lodge. On the way you will be impressed at the sight of the Amazon River formation in the confluence of the Maranon with the Ucayali. Box lunch on route. Arrival in our Tambo Amazonico Lodge located on the Yarapa River (100 miles from Iquitos), one of the first tributaries of the Amazon River, in the so called “buffer zone” or the “gateway” to the Pacaya-Samiria Reserve.As soon as you are installed you will take a hike or canoe ride to explore the beauty of the place. The Tambo Amazonico Lodge is surrounded by exuberant vegetation and beautiful dark water oxbow lakes. Supper at the Lodge. Overnight.

Meals Lunch,dinner

Iquitos Tours, Tambo Amazonico Lodge, Peru Tours Early morning Bird watching on the Amazon (Yarapa River mouth). Here it may also be possible to see the amazing Pink Amazon River Dolphins.Primary jungle trekking to observe the diversity of trees that exists around the Lodge, amongst timber, medicinal and fruit producing species which are used by the local people. Unique opportunity to spot Fauna species that inhabit the area (monkeys, birds, reptiles); also a diversity of insects and plants.Dug-out canoe ride to the Moringo oxbow lake to see the spectacular Water lilac “Victoria Regia”. It will also be possible to see interesting Flora and Fauna species found on the shores, such as the “Hoatzin” or as it is locally known, “Shansho”, a bird with prehistoric resemblance that feeds on tree leaves that grow around the lakes. Thrilling evening excursion to spot Caiman.Overnight.

Meals Breakfast, lunch,dinner

Eco- Cultural visit to the Jaldar Native Community where you will see their handicrafts using materials found in nature. Visit to the local Shaman who will demonstrate the rituals and use of plants in natural medicine.Canoe ride to the Uvos Oxbow Lake where you will have the opportunity to catch the feared Piranha fish.

Meals Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Navigate on the Amazon and Maranon Rivers to reach the City of Nauta.Return to Iquitos by land. At a convenient time, transfer to your hotel or airport.

Meals Breakfast

Included

Transfers In/out
3 Nights’ accommodation at the Tambo Amazonico Lodge
Professional English-Spanish Speaking Tour Guide
Assistant Tour Guide for group of 10 people
Professional Cook and assistants
Food 3 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 3 Afternoon Snacks and 3 Dinners. If you have a dietary request such as vegetarian food please let us know.
Vegetarian food Option
Oxygen bottle, First aid kit
Entrance tickets for the reserve
Transportation by boat
Adventure activities

Not Included

Personal trekking gear, tips to guide and support staff, city services.
First breakfast (first day) is normally provided at your hotel before leaving.
Last lunch at the end of the tour on 4th Day
Airport taxes.

Recommendations

Trekking day pack with a change of clothes for the whole period of the trek.
Rain gear (jacket and pants if available) or rain poncho.
Strong footwear, waterproof trekking boots recommended.
Sandals or plastic slip on thongs are also good to give your feet a chance to breath
Warm clothes, including jacket, fleeces, gloves, scarf. Thermal clothing is also recommended, especially for sleeping.
Sleeping bag (we can hire these to you)
Torch/ Flashlight and spare batteries
Camera, films and batteries (batteries consume more quickly under cold conditions)
Hat or cap to protect you from the sun, rain and cold
Sun block cream
After-sun cream or hydrating cream for face and body
Insect repellent – minimum recommended 30% DEET – although no malaria risk has been reported
Toilet paper, pack in & pack out
Snacks: biscuits, energy bars, chocolate, raw fruits, muesli, etc.
Non-disposable canteen (Nalgene type) and water for the first morning.
We advise you to bring water sterilizing tablets in case you collect water from streams.
Your own medical kit with any special medications.
Small towel or sarong
Bathers/swimsuit (if you intend on swimming in hot springs )
Cash – sufficient for snacks, tips and souvenirs.
Original passport & ISIC (International Student Identity Card) if you have one.
Walking sticks or poles (we can hire these to you. Please note poles with metal tips cannot be carried into Machu Picchu and should be left at your hotel on the final day)
Binoculars.