Iquitos Amazon 5D/4N
Get to know the Amazon Jungle in Iquitos 5D/4N
This 5-day tour of the Amazon starts with a pedestrian tour of the city of Iquitos, before setting sail on the Amazon River for a boat ride to the Cumaceba Amazon Lodge.
Along the way you will observe floating houseboats and riverside farmhouses and maybe even a pink freshwater dolphin! Throughout your tour you will get to know the animals of the rainforest including Sloths, Monkeys, Turtles, Anacondas and Boa Constrictors. As well as the indigenous inhabitants of the jungle, the Yahua people. This community will welcome you into their homeland through native clothing and a demonstration of the Cerbatana blowgun, which is a traditional Amazonian technique used to hunt birds and small monkeys.
Throughout the tour you will be treated to a tour of Monkey Island, embark on a canoeing experience along the Amazon River, get to know the native farmers of the region, and befriend the largest freshwater fish in the Amazon River basin known as the ‘PAICHE’ Arapaima Gigas.
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Itinerary
- DAY 1 : Cumaceba Lodge: Visit to the Paiche Fish Farm & Primary Rainforest Hike.
- DAY 2 : Cumaceba Lodge: Piranha Fishing & Dolphin Encounter.
- DAY 3 : Cumaceba Lodge: Monkey Island & Yagua Community.
- DAY 4 : Cumaceba Lodge: FULL DAY Black River – The Ultimate Adventure!.
- DAY 5 : Cumaceba Lodge – Iquitos: Magical Butterflies & Amazon Farewell.
DAY 1 : Cumaceba Lodge: Visit to the Paiche Fish Farm & Primary Rainforest Hike
Your great Amazon expedition begins with a pick-up at the airport or your hotel, followed by a walking tour through the historic center of Iquitos. Explore the architectural treasures of the Rubber Boom era, including the iconic Iron House (Casa de Fierro), designed by Gustave Eiffel, as well as the Hotel Palace, Casa Cohen, and Casa Fitzcarraldo.
From our private pier, we will depart by boat along the Itaya and Amazon Rivers, enjoying spectacular views and admiring the impressive bridge over the Nanay River.
First adventure: Fundo Pedrito, where you will discover the paiche (Arapaima gigas), the giant freshwater fish that can reach up to 3 meters in length. You will also observe caimans and the majestic Victoria Regia, whose enormous leaves can support the weight of a small child.
We then continue our journey to Cumaceba Amazon Lodge. Upon arrival, check-in and lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a guided jungle hike to discover the area’s incredible biodiversity, with the opportunity to feed squirrel monkeys in their natural habitat.
After dinner, embark on a nighttime canoe excursion on Shansho Lagoon in search of caimans. During the excursion, your guide will share fascinating Amazonian stories and legends.
Overnight: Cumaceba Amazon Lodge
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
DAY 2: Cumaceba Lodge: Piranha Fishing & Dolphin Encounter.
Begin the day with an early morning jungle walk to observe the awakening of the Amazon rainforest and listen to the first calls of its many bird species.
After breakfast, it is time for some adrenaline! Enjoy recreational piranha fishing and try your luck catching piranhas and other local fish species using traditional fishing rods.
In the afternoon, embark on an excursion in search of the legendary pink and gray Amazon River dolphins. These freshwater cetaceans are considered sacred by many local communities. Depending on weather and river conditions, you may also have the opportunity to witness a spectacular Amazonian sunset.
After dinner, venture into the rainforest on a nighttime jungle walk, listening to the mysterious sounds of the jungle and observing tarantulas, amphibians, and nocturnal insects with flashlights.
Overnight: Cumaceba Amazon Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 3: Cumaceba Lodge: Monkey Island & Yagua Community.
Begin the morning with a canoe excursion on Shansho Lagoon to observe the legendary Hoatzin, one of the most primitive and distinctive birds of the Amazon. Return to the lodge for breakfast.
After breakfast, navigate toward Monkey Island, a sanctuary dedicated to protecting more than five species of endangered primates, including the Howler Monkey (known for its powerful roar), Woolly Monkey, Tamarin, Spider Monkey (Maquisapa), and Squirrel Monkey. Enjoy a guided walk through the conservation project and learn about the efforts to protect these fascinating species.
Return to the lodge for lunch.
In the afternoon, immerse yourself in the culture of the Yagua Indigenous Community. Discover their traditional clothing, ancestral dances, native language, and handmade crafts. Enjoy a unique cultural experience and learn how to use the blowgun, a traditional Amazonian hunting weapon.
After dinner, embark on a nighttime canoe excursion along the Amazon River, listening to the sounds of the rainforest under the night sky.
Overnight: Cumaceba Amazon Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 4: Cumaceba Lodge: FULL DAY Black River – The Ultimate Adventure!.
After breakfast, get ready for the most spectacular excursion of your Amazon adventure: a Full Day expedition to the Black River (Río Negro), known locally as Yanayacu. A box lunch will be provided for the day.
This full-day expedition will take you through dreamlike landscapes, navigating dark waters surrounded by pristine rainforest. Along the way, you will have the opportunity to interact with authentic riverside communities, observe endemic bird species in their natural habitat, and enjoy recreational fishing using traditional native fishing rods, just as local Amazonian communities have done for generations.
A unique culinary experience! Taste fried piranhas or other freshly caught local fish, prepared in the traditional Amazonian style.
Continue with a jungle hike to explore the incredible flora and fauna of the rainforest. This excursion is ideal for nature and wildlife photography.
Return to the lodge at approximately 4:00 p.m. Depending on weather conditions, you may have the opportunity to enjoy a spectacular Amazonian sunset.
In the evening, you will have the option to repeat your favorite nighttime excursion.
Overnight: Cumaceba Amazon Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Box Lunch & Dinner
DAY 5: Cumaceba Lodge – Iquitos: Magical Butterflies & Amazon Farewell.
Enjoy your final breakfast at Cumaceba Ecolodge. Then, embark on a boat excursion to visit the Butterfly Breeding Center, where a specialist will introduce you to the fascinating reproductive life cycle of these colorful insects, including the majestic Blue Morpho, one of the most beautiful and photographed butterflies in the world.
Return to the lodge for your final Amazonian lunch.
At the scheduled time, begin your boat journey back to Iquitos. Upon arrival, enjoy a transfer to the airport by private vehicle or to your hotel in an authentic motokar, a traditional means of transportation in the Peruvian Amazon.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
End of the Amazon Experience
5-day Iquitos Amazon tour inclusions
Included
- Reception in Iquitos airport or Iquitos hotel
- Boat transfers in and out of the jungle
- Brief Pedestrian City Tour of Iquitos
- 4 nights’ accommodation in Cumaceba Amazon Lodge
- 4 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 4 dinners
- Excursions and entrance tickets
- Return transport to Iquitos airport or Iquitos hotel
- Professional English/Spanish speaking tour guide
Not Included
- Round Trip Flight Tickets (Lima – Iquitos – Lima)
- Extra drinks at mealtimes
- Consumption in bar
- Use of rainboots
- Plastic poncho for rain
- Tips and gratuities
Recommendations to bring
- Lightweight clothing with light colours
- Windbreaker, sunhat, sunglasses
- Water bottle or canteen
- Hiking shoes or boots
- Headtorch or Lantern
- Insect repellent
- Sunscreen (high SPF)
- Antihistamine and anti-inflammatory tablets for mosquito bites.
- City clothes for time spent in Iquitos city
- Plastic boots and rain poncho (it rains a lot in the jungle)
- Medicine/personal effects (eg. contact lens liquid)
- A light backpack or briefcase
- Camera or phone camera
- Cash/coins – small denominations – soles & dollars
Packing List
ESSENTIALS
- Original Passport
- VALID STUDENT ID CARD (if booked as a student)
- Immigration card (delivered on the airport upon entering Peru)
- Good quality backpack (medium sized)
- Water storage bottle or canteen: Camelbak bottles are recommended, but all need to be sufficient to hold 1-2 litres
- Comfortable shoes, preferably light with good soles (waterproof goretex for rainy seasons)
BAGGAGE
As flights have luggage limits per person, we recommend bringing only important and necessary items to the Amazon:
- 5 breathable t-shirts
- 5 long sleeve shirts
- 3 trousers
- 5 sets of underwear
- 5 pairs of socks
- 3 fleece
- 2 shorts
- 1 waterproof coat and pants “for rainy seasons”
- 1 wide brimmed sun hat
- Sandals and swimsuit
- Small quick-drying towel
- Portable battery charger for phone and cameras
TOILET ARTICLES
- Sunscreen
- Facial moisturiser
- Insect repellent
- Hand sanitizer
- Wet wipes
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Toilet paper
- Personal medication
- First aid kit: band-aids, moleskin, etc.
IN YOUR BACKPACK
The backpacks can be of any size, but we always recommend the medium, since, inside Machu Picchu, bags of more than 25 liters will not be allowed. If it is larger, you will need to store them outside the gates of the citadel.
- Water canteen:
- Sun hat
- Rain clothes
- Camera or phone camera
- Hand sanitizer
- Toilet paper and a small plastic bag for waste.
- Extra money for souvenirs, drinks, and tips
Additional Information
Important information:
- VACCINES, it is not obligatory, all our excursions take place in NON-ENDEMIC areas free of epidemics such as malaria, dengue fever and yellow fever. At the request of the passenger you can get vaccinated 10 days before your trip to the jungle. Check with your doctor.
- Luggage in custody, leave them in our office for the days that will be in the jungle, in the same way it is recommended not to take more than S /. 180 or 200 soles for consumption expenses at the bar and purchase of handicrafts. If you have valuables, declare them to the personnel in charge. WITHOUT COST
- The company is not responsible for loss of objects and accessories that are under their responsibility and that have not been declared or placed in custody, it is recommended to carry in a personal bag (kangaroo, backpack) all these personal items, as well as documents and money. If there is an incident, immediately inform the lodge administrator, in the second instance, at the Cumaceba Iquitos offices for the immediate solution, otherwise there will be no claim after the service has been completed.
Where does the tour start and end?
- All ours tours begins with the pick up to the tourists at the door of their hotels “We pick up to our clients from any hotel located in the city of Cusco”, We recommend to stay close to the historical center of the city of Cusco, it will make it easier to find your hotel.
- All our tours ends at the door of the hotels, it means the tours will finish with transfer to your respective hotel located in Cusco.
How to prevent altitude sickness?
- The altitude sickness or soroche can cause you some discomfort during your visit such as dizziness, fatigue or nausea. Try to avoid alcoholic beverages and fatty foods before the visit.
- To reduce symptoms, try to acclimatize yourself one day before to the altitude of the city of Cusco. We recommend to drink infusions of coca leaf (natural plant used by the Incas) is an excellent option to avoid the actitude sickness.
How is the accommodation?
- For all the tours which include hotels. We offer hotels of 3* and 4* category, it has spacious and comfortable rooms, bathrooms, hot showers and bueffet breakfast. If the tourist like, you can change the accommodation to a better service. You just have to request it via email for an additional cost.
Which season is the best time to visit Cusco and Machu Picchu?
- The dry season months between April to December are the best time to come and visit Cusco. During those days the possibility of rain is very little, so the roads are not swampy and the landscapes can be better to enjoy and takes the best pictures. On the other hand, the months with the most rain are January, February and March.
What are the coldest months in Cusco Peru?
- The coldest season in Cusco are in the months from May to July. During this time the sun is strong in the day, but once it goes down or you spend much time in the shade, it can get very cold. It can go below zero at night, so warm clothes and Jackets are necessary to bring during these months.
How long in advance can I request the tour?
- We recommend to purchase the tours weeks or months in advance, this because the train and Machu Picchu tickets has a limit of spaces, dont wait until the lust minute to book your tour, other ways you will not be able to find spaces.
During the trip to Machu Picchu, where the big luggages will stay?
The train company that operates to Machu Picchu does not allow the traveler to carry a suitcase that weighs more than 7 kilograms. To go up and visit the city of Machu Picchu, it is recommended to carry a light and small backpack for your convenience; the rest of the luggages you can leave them without any problem at the storage of your hotel in Cusco, or you can also leave at our office in Cusco city, we have an storage too.
Very Important in case you want to book the Inca trail to Machu Picchu:
- CLASSIC INCA TRAIL 4 DAYS: If you want to book the Classic Inca Trail 4 days, you must to book early to get your desired date. Depending on the month you prefer to do the hike, you may need to book 6 months or more in advance, the limit of spaces for the inca trail 4 days is 400 people per each day.
- SHORT INCA TRAIL: If you are booking the 1 or 2 day Inca Trail, it is preferred that you also book in advance, however 2 to 4 month in advance would be good, the limit of spaces for the short inca trail is 200 people per each day.
When is the best season to hike the Inca Trail?
- The best time of year to do the inca trail is between May to October, with August and September being the best months of all. The trail is dry and the weather is lovely. During the rainy season between November to April the trail will be wet and can make it more difficult.
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