THE ADVENTURE COLLECTIVE® · Independent discovery and booking for outdoor travel
Three days navigating the Marañón and flooded forests of Pacaya-Samiria deliver intimate wildlife encounters, night canoeing for caimans, piranha fishing, and village visits. This compact Amazon cruise pairs comfortable river travel with guided walks and cultural exchanges.
Three days navigating the Marañón and flooded forests of Pacaya-Samiria deliver intimate wildlife encounters, night canoeing for caimans, piranha fishing, and village visits. This compact Amazon cruise pairs comfortable river travel with guided walks and cultural exchanges.
Book with IZI PERU
Book directly with IZI PERU for the best rates and real-time scheduling.
Reserve NowVerified experiences and guided adventures in the surrounding area.
Operated by IZI PERU · Iquitos, Loreto
The motor skiff cuts a wake through brown water as morning fog peels off the Marañón; vegetation leans in like a crowd watching you pass. On this three-day Pacaya-Samiria expedition you trade city noise for river pulse—pink dolphins surf the current, macaws flash from emergent trees, and the jungle’s night chorus keeps its own schedule.
moderate.
3 days.
Suitable for travelers in average fitness—boat travel does most of the transit; short, sometimes muddy walks require balance and light stamina.
Most trips include hotel or airport pickup in Iquitos, followed by a drive or boat transfer to Nauta and then navigation into Pacaya-Samiria by skiff.
The tour is generally suitable for a wide range of ages; activity includes boat rides and short walks—notify operators of mobility issues so they can accommodate you.
Yes—guides may offer supervised swims in designated spots; avoid swimming alone and follow guide instructions due to currents and wildlife.
Consult a travel clinic before travel; routine vaccinations are recommended and anti-malarial medication may be advised depending on timing and your medical history.
The Pacaya-Samiria Reserve was created in 1982 to protect one of the largest seasonally flooded tropical forests and the traditional livelihoods of river communities around Nauta.
Visitors are asked to follow strict leave-no-trace and waste-management rules; tours support local guides and entrance fees fund reserve protection and community projects.
IZI PERU operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
Book with IZI PERU
Book directly with IZI PERU for the best rates and real-time scheduling.
Reserve Now