Day 1: Iquitos Pick-up/Canoeing/Caiman Spotting

Pacaya Samiria National Reserve - Guests are collected from their Iquitos hotel to commence the tour. Please provide flight or hotel details to ensure timely pick-up. The journey begins with a drive to Nauta, where a boat will transport guests directly to the lodge. Along the way, there is a good chance to spot pink river dolphins, primarily found in the Amazon River.

After lunch, enjoy a canoe ride to explore the jungle by boat, searching for monkeys, macaws, toucans, sloths, and other wildlife. Witness a stunning sunset over the jungle from the boat, followed by a canoe excursion for caiman (alligator) night spotting. The guide will share insights about nocturnal wildlife and Amazonian nature, showcasing different caimans (black and white caiman). Depending on the weather, the return to the lodge may be illuminated by moonlight and stars reflecting on the river, offering a truly remarkable experience. Conclude the day with a home-cooked meal and a restful night’s sleep at the lodge.

Day 2: Jungle Walk/Survival Skills/Pink Dolphins/Night Time Hiking.

Pacaya Samiria National Reserve - After breakfast, embark on a trekking adventure through the jungle, learning to identify diverse flora and fauna. Discover medicinal plants used by locals to treat illnesses and traditional aphrodisiac drinks made from tree bark and roots.

During the Survival Skills session, the guide will provide an experiential class on jungle survival, utilizing nature’s resources for benefit. After lunch, relax in hammocks before heading back to the Amazon River to swim with river dolphins. A brief stop at a tributary river offers a mud treatment at a local “spa,” where guests can roll in the mud to absorb nutrients and minerals, providing stress relief, muscle relaxation, skin moisturization, and toxin elimination.

Conclude the day with a night walk through the jungle in search of anacondas, tarantulas, scorpions, snakes, and giant frogs.

Day 3: Birdwatching/Piranha Fishing/Lake/Outdoor Campfire.

Pacaya Samiria National Reserve - For early risers, an early canoe trip offers the chance to enjoy the sunrise before breakfast. Spot macaws, toucans, shansho, the harpy eagle, and camungo, among other birds, in a spectacular setting. Marvel as flocks of birds fill the rainforest in search of food.

Prepare for piranha fishing, known for their sharp teeth and aggressive appetite for meat, which has made them famous in popular culture. A canoe ride to a lake provides opportunities to see monkeys, macaws, toucans, and sloths in the canopy, with a stop to view the famous Victoria Regia.

Dinner is prepared at a fireplace on a wood and charcoal stove above the riverbank, where guests can enjoy a BBQ meal with soft drinks, beer, or traditional aphrodisiac drinks made from tree bark and roots.

Day 4: Monkey Island/Sloth/Visit a Native Community.

Pacaya Samiria National Reserve - Before breakfast, guests can visit Monkey Island, where monkeys rescued from illegal loggers have been released into this protected area.

Visit a native community to see how homes are constructed, explore schools and churches, and meet locals to learn about their farming and fishing techniques.

Enjoy a final lunch in the jungle before the onward journey. Guides will discuss the current threats facing the Peruvian jungle and the Amazon. The tour concludes with a boat, minivan, and airport drop-off, arriving at the Iquitos hotel or airport.

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner

The “Iquitos: 4d3n Extreme Adventure Jungle Tour” offers an exciting four-day expedition, immersing participants in the lively Amazon rainforest. Guided by the knowledgeable Gerson Pizango, the tour features remarkable activities such as swimming with friendly pink dolphins and visiting the magical Monkey Island. With cozy accommodations, all meals included, and personalized service, this tour offers a thorough exploration of the Amazon’s wonders – an enchanting experience that might leave participants eager for more.

Highlights include lagoon exploration, wildlife observation, survival skill learning, pink dolphin swimming, jungle trekking, medicinal plant education, piranha fishing, a riverside barbecue dinner, and a visit to Monkey Island.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.