2-Day All Inclusive Guided Jungle Tour from Iquitos Iquitos 2-days | Maniti Eco-Lodge Express
ID: GYG522045-912477
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Country: Peru
Description
This 2 day Iquitos jungle tour is perfect for anyone traveling to Iquitos Peru on a tight schedule. Maybe you just want to get a taste of the Jungle and don’t have a lot of time?
Day 1
Departure from Iquitos City via auto to arrive in the port town of Nanay (Bellavista), where the Rio Nanay meets the Rio Amazonas. After departing by boat we will travel downriver 70 KM (about 2 hours). During the riverboat trip we will have a great possibility of seeing caimans, turtles, herons, pink river dolphins, snakes, and many other species of flora/fauna along the riverbank.
Visit Monkey Island – a small island which shelters a large number of monkeys in their natural habitat. During our visit on the island we will have the unique opportunity to observe and interact with a wide variety of monkeys that include: Sloth, Goeldi’s monkey, Tamarin monkey, Capuchin monkey, Yellow-Handed Titi monkey, Masked Titi monkey, Cebidae monkey, Wooly monkey, Spider monkey, and many more! We will have to opportunity to hold very large Anacondas, Boas and interact with the very unique and rare Amazonian mata-mata turtle.
Afternoon fishing excursion via boat with opportunity to catch piranha, catfish & other species of fish.
Dolphin watching session at the camp where we will have the unique opportunity to see the pink freshwater dolphin. If we are lucky we will also have the chance to swim with them on the main Amazon River.
In the evening we will go on a nocturnal nature hike to see what types of species can be seen (lizards, snakes, spiders, monkeys).
Overnight at Maniti Eco-Lodge.
Day 2
Early morning jungle hike where we will have the unique opportunity to see a vast number of monkeys, birds, and many other wildlife in their natural habitat. We will also see and learn about various types of Amazonian plants.
Departure from Maniti Lodge with destination Iquitos City.
Visit with a local native Indian tribe to learn and observe about history and their customs.
Viewing of Victoria Regia – the largest freshwater aquatic plant in the world.
Transfer to airport/hotel, end of service.
Highlights
- Visit Monkey Island
- Fishing excursion
- Dolphin watching session
- Nocturnal nature hike
- Early morning jungle hike & Visit with a local native Indian tribe
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
CLOTHING:
Lightweight, easily washable items for evening wear or when traveling
T-shirts – synthetic lightweight, long-sleeve shirt(s) for sun/insect protection
Hiking shorts – synthetic, quick-drying
Hiking pants – synthetic, quick-drying
Hiking socks and liners
LUGGAGE:
We do not have weight restrictions for luggage, but we kindly request that each guest limit the weight of their luggage to 23 kg or 50 lb. If your luggage weighs more than this amount, plan to store the extra in Iquitos at our office in our secure storage room until you return from your trip.
OUTERWEAR:
Rain jacket
Rain pants – side zippers highly recommended
Lightweight windbreaker
FOOTWEAR:
Lightweight hiking boots or trail shoes
Comfortable walking shoes
Water sandals or booties
TRAVEL ACESSORIES:
Sunglasses
Sunblock and lip balm
Insect repellent with Deet
Small binoculars
Handi-wipes
Toiletry kit
Hand sanitizer gel
Headlamp/flashlight with extra batteries/bulb
Personal first-aid kit
Small towel and washcloth
Departure Point: Maniti Expeditions Office in Iquitos City Address: Jr. Huallaga 210, Iquitos at 08:45. Directions: 1 Block from the Plaza de Armas in Iquitos City.
After booking please send us a message with your flight details or pickup point. We offer airport transfers only to travelers who arrive on the same day as the tour starts.
Our Iquitos jungle tours begin at 9:00am on the first day and end at 5:00pm on the last day. Arriving late or departing early? No problem! We will accommodate your travel schedule and ensure that no activities are missed.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
