4 days tour

Yanayacu & Amazon River – 4 Days

$ 499 .00 USD

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Yanayacu & Amazon River – 4 Days

This tour includes:

Guide

Professional bilingual guide

Meals

Breakfast x 4 Lunch x 3 Dinner x 3

Transport

Transport – collection & drop-off to Iquitos Airport River boats for location transfers along river

Accommodation

Lodge or camping accommodation for x4 nights

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Itinerary of your trip Yanayacu & Amazon River – 4 Days

  • Day 1 Arrival To Iquitos And Transfer To Omagua Eco-Lodge (Timicuro Grande)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Arrival To Iquitos And Transfer To Omagua Eco-Lodge (Timicuro Grande)

      You’ll transfer to the picturesque port of Puerto Lau and board the river boat that will take us to Omagua Eco-Lodge, through the Amazon River. Along the way you’ll take a stop to observe the union of the Amazon and Nanay Rivers and you’ll see the colors of the waters of the two rivers which do not mix evenly. Arriving at Omagua Eco-Lodge you’ll check-in relax and unwind.


      You will also discover the Chullachaqui Eco-Museum where you can find and enjoy the importance of medicinal plants & liquors to heal the body of ailments. Plants such as Ayahuasca (Hallucinogenic), Mucura, Oriza, Piñon, Lancetilla, Patiquina Negra, Ajos Sacha, Achiote (Baño de Florecimiento, treatments for ailments and good fortune).


      In the evening you’ll enjoy a beautiful Amazonian sunset on the Amazon River.


      Overnight: Omagua Eco-Lodge

      Meals: Lunch, Dinner

  • Day 2 Timicuro Grande - Yanayacu Rio - San Pedro De Falcon
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Timicuro Grande - Yanayacu Rio - San Pedro De Falcon

      Setting off early you’ll row either by canoe or packraft, heading down the Yanayacu River (known as the espejo de la selva – the mirror of the jungle – for it’s brilliant reflection of the horizon). The Yanayacu river is calm and serene, rowing at a steady pace you’ll have the opportunity to observe the local wildlife along the river and in the jungle trees that cover the river banks.


      Reaching the Fundo Cesar, a small quebrada off the river in around 1.5hrs, where you’ll take breakfast prepared in a small coche by the river bed. Fully energised you’ll head off further down the river until you reach the giant Lupuna (Arbol Gigante). Stopping here to explore this monstrous tree and take photos.


      Then taking to your canoe or packraft once more you’ll row until arrving at San Pedro de Falcon, at around 1pm in the afternoon. Here stopping to make camp and prepare lunch.


      In the afternoon you’ll fish for dinner, with the option of helping to prepare your dinner also. In the evening is the chance to share stories and learn more about this intriguing part of the Amazon jungle.


      Overnight: Camping

      Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • Day 3 San Pedro De Falcon - San Juan De Huashalado - Amazon River - La Isla De Los Monos - Timicuro Grande
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      San Pedro De Falcon - San Juan De Huashalado - Amazon River - La Isla De Los Monos - Timicuro Grande

      From San Pedro de Falcon you’ll start the morning at around 8:00am, continuing down the Yanayacu River, until you reach the community of the Yaguas Tribe. You’ll visit the native ethnic group of the Yaguas where you can learn about their tribal customs, watch and participate in their ritual dances, and also learn about and partake in their hunting traditions.


      Afterwards you’ll continue to row a further 1.5hrs until you reach another quebrada (river branch) that takes us towards the community of San Juan de Huashalado. Here you’ll stop for a respite for an hour or two, visiting the small eco-zoo and partake in the traditions of the regional medicinal liquors (7 Raices, Flamingo, Camu Camu, Chuchuhuasi, Colmenachado).


      At around 12:00pm leaving San Juan de Huashalado, you’ll reach the main coronary of the Amazon River within 30 minutes. Entering the river at this point is a breathtaking moment as you experience the raw power and beauty of the Amazon. Rowing upstream becomes a little harder, staying close to the riverbanks help to steer a course through gentler currents.


      Within 3hrs you’ll reach the junction which takes us back towards Timicuro Grande. Before this you’ll discover the Islas de los Monos. Monkey Island (Islas de los Monos) is a Center dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and liberation of primates victims of illegal trade and hunting. On arrival you’ll be greeted on the bridge by several of the inhabitants, it’s a wonderful experience. Exploring the island you’ll be accompanied by it’s residents as they climb up you to be carried along!


      Discover 10 species of primates typical of the Amazon such as: Choro monkey (woolly monkey), Stump monkey (titi monkey), Spider monkey or Maquisapa (spider monkey), Piquico monkey (tamarin), Howler monkey (Marmoset), among other species.


      After spending a few hours at the rescue center, continuing for another hour rowing down the river and you’ll arrive back to Timicuro Grande and overnight at the Omagua Eco-Lodge.


      Overnight: Lodge

      Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • Day 4 Timicuro Grande - Iquitos
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Timicuro Grande - Iquitos

      Leaving Timicuro Grande at 8:00am you’ll be transferred back to Iquitos and the airport, where you’ll make your connecting flight back to Lima and onwards. It’s never goodbye, only until the next time!!


      Meals: Breakfast

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but you’re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

You’ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if you’re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 16 / Max: 65

Underaged must be accompanied by an adult.

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