Amazon Riverboat Adventure In Depth - 9 Days
Who is this trip for
Genders
- Female50%
- Male50%
Average age
Start / End
- Lima
- Lima
Physical rating
Group size
1 - 28Meals included
20Highlights
- Arrival transfer in Lima.
- Fly from Lima to Iquitos and transfer to the Amazon Riverboat.
- Explore Pacaya Samiria National Reserve with boat excursions and jungle walks, searching for monkeys, sloths, and macaws.
- Visit a local community in Pacaya Samiria National Reserve to learn about their traditions.
- Cruise down the Amazon River, explore the town of Nauta, and learn about medicinal plants.
- Visit the manatee rescue centre before flying back to Lima.
- Arrive in Lima with included arrival transfer and stay in an upgraded hotel.
- Fly to Iquitos and transfer to the Amazon Riverboat.
- Enjoy daily boat excursions in Pacaya Samiria National Reserve to spot monkeys, sloths, and macaws.
- Walk through the jungle, learn about medicinal plants, and visit a local community.
- Explore the Amazon River and its tributaries with flexible itineraries tailored to water levels.
- Explore the shoreline by motorized skiff and visit the manatee rescue center before flying back to Lima for a final night in an upgraded hotel.
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Summary
Hop aboard a riverboat and experience the Amazon in style. Led by Amazon Reserve naturalist guides, your cruise will include daily excursions by motorized skiff designed to reveal the exotic wildlife that calls the rainforest home — with any luck you’ll spot sloths, toucans, or pink dolphins! And, with plenty of time for exploration in Pacaya–Samiria National Reserve, you'll have the chance to experience the jungle up close. The cuisine on board is regional and provides a unique and delicious window into local culture. Gain a rare glimpse of how life "on the river" is lived and experience the magic of the Amazon on this riverboat adventure.
Itinerary
Day 1
Lima
Arrive at any time, an arrival transfer is included.
Day 2
Lima/Iquitos
The day begins very early to catch our flight to Iquitos and transfer to the Amazon Riverboat. Once on board the ship, relax and soak in the natural beauty of the wild rainforest. Step out on deck to watch the riverbanks go by, and keep your eyes peeled for wildlife such as grey and pink dolphins.
Expert guides will lead jungle walks, give lectures, and point out unique species of bird and marine life as you explore the smaller tributaries of the river.
Day 3
Pacaya Samiria National Reserve
Head out into the Pacaya Samiria Reserve on a boat excursion and search for monkeys, sloths, and macaws. In the afternoon, take a walk through the jungle and visit a local community to learn about their traditions. After dinner, opt to go on a night excursion to Piranha Creek.
Day 4
Pacaya Samiria National Reserve
Explore the town of Nauta before continuing to cruise down the Amazon River. In the afternoon enjoy a jungle walk and learn about medicinal plants, search for monkeys and keep an eye out for reptiles.
Day 5
Pacaya Samiria National Reserve
Explore the Amazon River and some of its tributaries in the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve. In the constantly changing Amazon we offer flexible itineraries, the naturalists onboard tailor each departure to the surroundings and water levels to ensure you get the most out of your Amazon adventure. Over the next few days, enjoy shore excursions, night excursions, educational lectures, a visit to a local shaman, an indigenous village, and the incredible wildlife of this lush area.
Day 6
Pacaya Samiria National Reserve
Explore the Amazon River and some of its tributaries in the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve. In the constantly changing Amazon we offer flexible itineraries, the naturalists onboard tailor each departure to the surroundings and water levels to ensure you get the most out of your Amazon adventure. Over the next few days, enjoy shore excursions, night excursions, educational lectures, a visit to a local shaman, an indigenous village, and the incredible wildlife of this lush area.
Day 7
Pacaya Samiria National Reserve
Explore the Amazon River and some of its tributaries in the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve. In the constantly changing Amazon we offer flexible itineraries, the naturalists onboard tailor each departure to the surroundings and water levels to ensure you get the most out of your Amazon adventure. Over the next few days, enjoy shore excursions, night excursions, educational lectures, a visit to a local shaman, an indigenous village, and the incredible wildlife of this lush area.
Day 8
Pacaya Samiria National Reserve/Lima
In the morning explore the shoreline by motorized skiff keeping your eyes out for birds, monkeys and sloths. Leave the peacefulness of the river behind en route stop at the manatee rescue centre before catching a flight back to Lima. Enjoy the evening in the city.
Day 9
Lima
Depart at any time.
What's Included
Accommodation
Aboard the Amatista Amazon riverboat (6 nts), upgraded hotels (2 nts).
Meals
Breakfasts: 8, Lunches: 6, Dinners: 6
Vegetarian options are available on all meals throughout the adventure.
Vegetarian options availableLocal Guide
GuidedThis adventure is led by a local guide throughout. The main language of this adventure is English. Please contact us for other languages available.
Airport Transfers
Arrival OnlyAn airport transfer to the start of the tour is included. Please contact our team if you require a quote for a return transfer.
Wifi
Wifi is available during the adventure. In some areas and / or accommodation / transport Wifi may be free.
Dates & Prices
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Customer reviews & ratings
An excellent week. I was very impressed with G Adventures and would definitely consider other trips with them Trip more than met my expectations. Staff were very friendly and accommodating
Henry Oct, 2024 VerifiedThe naturalists Daniel, Victor, and all ship crew were fantastic and absolutely made the trip special. The only thing to improve is the pre-departure information. The trip was great but not perfect.
Susan Sep, 2024 Verified
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