A concentrated 48-hour escape from Iquitos into the Peruvian Amazon—boat transfers, a jungle lodge night, canoe excursions, dawn birding and a visit to the Yaguas indigenous community. Practical, wildlife-focused and accessible for most travelers.
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You step off the river launch and the jungle closes around you: humid air carrying calls of macaws and the distant, rhythmic cough of a howler monkey. A wooden pier, a guide with a headlamp, and a small motorboat promise two days of close-up Amazon life—canoe rides through blackwater channels, a night excursion for nocturnal creatures, and a dawn bird walk that starts before sunrise.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 days
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; expect short hikes on uneven, sometimes muddy jungle trails and multiple canoe transfers.
Wildlife
History
Iquitos grew rapidly during the 19th-century rubber boom and remains the largest major city in the world not accessible by road, reachable only by river or air.
Conservation
Many lodges work with local communities on sustainable tourism; avoid single-use plastics, use biodegradable sunscreen, and follow guides’ instructions to minimize disturbance to wildlife.
Reserve your spot on the 2 days Peruvian Amazon Tour from Iquitos today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Book flights to match transfers
Arrive into Iquitos before 8:00 a.m. for lodge pickup and schedule departures after 6:00 p.m. on day two to avoid missing transfers.
Bring strong insect repellent
Mosquito activity is highest at dawn and dusk—use DEET or Picaridin and wear long sleeves during those windows.
Use a waterproof dry bag
Phones, cameras and passports can get damp on boat rides; a small dry bag keeps gear safe and accessible.
Carry small cash for the community
Bring Peruvian soles in small denominations to buy handicrafts or offer modest tips to local performers.
Lightweight waterproof jacket
Keeps you dry during tropical downpours and damp evening excursions.
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Insect repellent (DEET or Picaridin)
Protects against mosquitoes and other biting insects, especially at dawn and dusk.
Waterproof dry bag (10–20L)
Protects camera, phone and documents during boat transfers and canoe rides.
Closed-toe water shoes or sturdy trail shoes
Useful for wet landings, muddy paths and short jungle hikes.