Enter the green lung of the world and discover the mysteries that the Amazon keeps. Get in touch with nature and live fascinating experiences that let you swim with dolphins, go deep into the jungle, navigate the Amazon in typical wooden canoes of the area, observe nocturnal animals in their habitat and even fish for piranhas; all in the hands of knowledgeable experts and enjoying the fantastic facilities of Tree House Lodge.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Iquitos: Capital of the department of Loreto, located in the heart of the Peruvian jungle, is the main river port of the Amazon River and a starting point for the exploration of the jungle.
Amazon River: The most abundant and longest river in the world, with more than 1000 tributary rivers, home to millions of species of flora and fauna.
Day 1: ARRIVAL IQUITOS – NAUTA PORT – PERUVIAN AMAZON (1.5hr by land / 1.5hrs by boat)
After landing at Iquitos International Airport, a representative will meet and greet you before guiding you to the transport to the lodge. Upon arrival at Tree House Lodge, you can explore the Amazon up close. Savour lunch and dinner at the lodge. Choose from four to six "a la carte" activities according to your interest (All excursions last between 2 to 3 hours depending on the water level and weather conditions):
Sunrise and birdwatching: enjoy the sunrise over the horizon of the Amazon rainforest. The suspension bridges are built to bring you closer to all the wildlife that exists around the lodge. You will see many species of tanagers, toucans, parrots, parakeets, antbirds, ant wrens, and monkeys that come to feed on the fruit and insects found on the trees.
Sunset in the Amazon with the dolphins: just before nightfall, navigate the Yarapa and Ucayali rivers until you reach the Amazon. Pink and grey river dolphins will begin to appear near the boat while the sunset offers the perfect backdrop to welcome dusk.
Swim in the Amazon River: take the time you want to enjoy a refreshing dip in the largest river in America.
Canoe trip: for centuries, river people have moved along Amazonian rivers in canoes. Even today, this means of transport is the best way to explore the streams: sailing slowly, listening to the sounds of the jungle and observing nature, trying to imitate the exact way in which the riverside sees the forest.
Piranha fishing: travel by boat to one of the many piranha fishing sites in the area. You will find wooden poles with thread and bait on board. When the piranha bites, you lift the pole and voila! Do not worry; we will recover the fish for you.
Workshop of blowguns: the natives of the Amazon rainforest have depended on hunting with blowguns, or ‘pucuna’ in Peru, for hundreds of years. Expert hunters can use blowguns to hunt animals from a distance of 60 to 90 feet. During this excursion, a local villager advises you on how to make your own blowgun.
Jungle walk - Medicinal plants of the Amazon: the rainforest is like a green pharmacy where you can find many plants that are used to treat different diseases. On this excursion, explore the vegetation in search of medicinal plants, approach Mother Nature and learn the secrets of the jungle.
Jungle walk - the giant Victoria’s giants of the Oxbow lagoon: participate in a fascinating hike to this isolated lagoon, formerly part of the river. It houses many species of aquatic plants, such as giant water lilies that can grow up to 6 feet in diameter with huge flowers, and also birds, such as the hoacín, a bird that feeds exclusively on poisonous plants, among others.
Jungle walk - night monkeys and more: join this hike to witness the only night monkey that can be observed during the day. These primates make their homes in the holes of the trees and peek out to look around. On this hike, there is also the possibility that you can see: owl monkeys, pygmy marmoset, saki monk, squirrel, red howler, titi duski, woolly monkey and tamarins.
Daytime jungle cruise: embark on an adventurous boat ride on the Yarapa and Cumaceba rivers. Observe nature in its entire splendour while we look for blue and yellow macaws, jacanas, trogons, black-collar hawks, oropendolas, yellow-faced faces, lazy bears, and monkeys, among others.
Jungle night cruise: If you enjoy the river by day, imagine the life that awakens at night. Travel along the river, looking for wildlife with flashlights. You can see creatures like frogs of beautiful colours resting on the floating plants at the edges of the streams; fishing boats that catch their prey using their claws; Owls as they venture into the dark and more.
Overnight in Iquitos area.
Day 2: PERUVIAN AMAZON
Indulge in a tasty breakfast at the lodge. During the second day, continue exploring the Amazon. Take advantage of the day early and choose the experiences of your interest. The schedules are available at the lodge. Savour lunch and dinner at the lodge.
Overnight in Iquitos area.
Day 3: PERUVIAN AMAZON
Recharge your batteries with a rich breakfast at the lodge. The third day is the last of your jungle adventure and should be taken full advantage. Choose new activities you have not participated in the previous days or any you wish to repeat. The schedules are available at the lodge. Savour lunch and dinner at the lodge.
Overnight in Iquitos area.
Day 4: PERUVIAN AMAZON – NAUTA PORT – DEPARTURE IQUITOS (1.5hr by land / 1.5hrs by boat)
Wake up to one last breakfast at the lodge. At the indicated time you will be transferred to the airport to board your flight.
The weather is tropical, with an average temperature of 32°C (89° F), ranging from 25°C (77° F) to 42°C (107° F). The hotter season usually ranges from December to March and comes with frequent afternoon rainfall. Between June and September, you may need some warmer clothing, since occasional “friajes” or Patagonia Cold Fronts can reduce the temperature to 10°C (50°F). Cool comfortable cotton clothes are required to counter the heat while sweaters and jackets may be handy at night. See Equipment and Luggage. Visitors must anticipate the extreme heat and humidity of the jungle by finding out the exact weather condition at the time of travel in order to be ready with clothing and accessories.
- Cash (dollars or soles. Once you are at the lodge, any additional purchases will be cash only.
- Light clothing that breathes and easily releases moisture (not cotton). Take a set of clothes for each day
- Long pants are recommended for jungle walks and insect prevention
- Long or short sleeve shirts. Long-sleeved shirts aren't that great, but they protect better of insects
- Long socks for insect prevention
- Hat for protection from the sun (baseball style or wide brim)
- 1 - 2 pairs of comfortable walking or hiking shoes (rubber boots are provided for some hiking)
- Insect repellent containing 20-30% DEET. Many times there will be very few mosquitoes and insects. Other times there will be many.
- Take a little bottle that you can keep in your pocket to use it when needed
- Plastic bag for dirty clothes
- Sunscreen
- Camera equipment
- High-quality cameras and lenses or compact cameras, whatever suits you
- Dry bag or other protection against water (at least one Ziploc bag)
- Don't forget your battery charger
- Flashlight (headlights are usually the best)
- Personal hygiene items
- Personal medications
