4-Day Amazon Wildlife Tour in Yanayacu with Ecolodge Stay
About This Tour
Embark on a 4-day Amazon adventure in the Yanayacu Community Reserve within the Tamshiyacu-Tahuayo Regional Conservation Area (ACRCTT), a 1,600-square-mile (2,5...
Duration: 4 Days · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Iquitos, Nauta · Languages: English, German, Spanish
Know before you go: Arrive in Iquitos before noon to ensure a smooth transfer to the lodge.; Plan your departure after noon on the last day to allow enough time for your return trip.; Inform the team in advance if you have any food restrictions or dietary preferences so your meals can be adapted.
About Iquitos
Iquitos
Check out floating markets made of bamboo and enjoy some of the best wildlife spotting in the Amazon in isolated little Iquitos; a town with some top-quality local local guides.
What's Included
- Transportation: Airport to lodge and lodge to airport (by car and boat)
- Accommodation: Room, bungalow, single, double, or matrimonial options
- Meals: Full board with freshly prepared local dishes
- Beverages: Mineral water, coffee, tea, milk, sugar, and other basic drinks
- Excursions: Guided activities and tours as per the itinerary
- Tour guide: Bilingual official guide for all excursions and activities
Not Included
- Flight tickets to and from Iquitos
- Personal belongings such as binoculars, raincoat, mosquito repellent, sunblock, and rubber boots
- Cold drinks including soda, cocktails, and beers
- Tips for the staff and guide
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Arrival in Iquitos and Introduction to the Amazon
Begin with pick-up from the airport or your hotel in Iquitos. Travel by road to the Nauta port, with a stop at San Joaquín de Omagua (55 km), where the boat will be waiting. Navigate the Amazon River for approximately 30 minutes, then enter the Yanayacu River for 20 minutes to reach the lodge. Enjoy a welcome drink and a short briefing about the area and the reserve. Have lunch at the lodge. Explore the trail system to learn about the jungle ecosystem and the protected area. Savor dinner at the lodge. Embark on a nocturnal walk to observe insects, tarantulas, spiders, snakes, fireflies, and other wildlife.
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2Day 02
Birdwatching, Jungle Walks, and River Wildlife
Start early to watch the sunrise and go birdwatching. Have breakfast at the lodge. Take a guided jungle walk to learn about medicinal plants and the diverse flora of the area. Navigate the Yanayacu and Amazon rivers to search for pink river dolphins, with an optional swim. Return to the lodge for dinner. Join a nocturnal excursion to search for caimans, nocturnal birds, and other night creatures.
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3Day 03
Piranha Fishing and Amazonian Community Visit
Have breakfast at the lodge. Experience piranha fishing and try catching other types of fish while exploring the Yanayacu River. Enjoy a typical Amazonian lunch. Continue with a boat exploration and visit a local village to learn about the community and its culture. Admire the sunset over Moena Lake. Savor dinner at the lodge. Choose an optional activity, such as a nocturnal walk or a short boat ride.
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4Day 04
Morning Wildlife Search and Return to Iquitos
Have breakfast on board during a morning boat exploration along the Yanayacu River to look for monkeys, three-toed sloths, and various bird species. Enjoy lunch at the lodge or on the way back. Return to Iquitos city. Receive transfer service to the airport or your hotel for your departure.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Iquitos, Peru · Tour start: Iquitos, Peru — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
