From Iquitos: Pacaya Samiria National Reserve Day Trip
ID: GYG852790-1347394
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
1 days
Description
Explore the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve on a day trip from Iquitos. See the confluence of the Marañón and Ucayali rivers, see wildlife, and enjoy a delicious lunch.
Discover the Amazon rainforest on a full-day tour from Iquitos. See the Marañón and Ucayali rivers, and spot wildlife like sloths, birds, and dolphins. Enjoy a traditional lunch and explore the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve.
Be picked up from your hotel in the center of Iquitos and travel to Nauta, a pleasant town in the Loreto province. Admire the Marañón and Ucayali rivers, and board a boat to explore the waters.
Look out for sloths hugging the trees, colorful birds flying through the sky, and the gray and pink dolphins that inhabit the area. Enjoy a delicious lunch of 'Juane', a typical regional dish, as you cruise through the waterways.
Enter the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, a protected area of more than 20,000 square kilometers. Discover the 208 villages of 56 indigenous communities that live thanks to the natural resources of the reserve. Spot wildlife like lizards, turtles, birds, monkeys, and amphibians in their natural habitat.
Highlights
- Discover the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve on a day trip from Iquitos
- See the confluence of the Marañón and Ucayali rivers on the way to Nauta
- Explore the reserve's diverse wildlife, including dolphins and sloths
- Enjoy a delicious lunch of regional food, including the typical 'Juane'
- Learn about the reserve's importance to the local indigenous communities
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for walking.
Bring insect repellent and sunscreen to protect against the sun and insects.
Consider bringing binoculars for bird and wildlife watching.
Stay hydrated by bringing a reusable water bottle.
Respect the local wildlife and do not disturb the animals.
Follow the guide's instructions at all times for your safety.
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
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
