3 Day Peruvian Amazon Tour Packages

Peruvian Amazon Itineraries for 3 days

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• 3 Days in Iquitos Amazon, incl. Rainforest Lodge and River Excursions

  The Amazon adventure spans three full days: Day 1 covers Belen and night walks, Day 2 features Yagua culture and wildlife spotting, Day 3 includes bird watching and piranha fishing, maximizing each moment.

  

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  • Day 1

    Iquitos to Rainforest Lodge

    Plan to arrive in Iquitos before 9:00 AM to join the included group transfer. After a quick tour of the city you'll take a boat to see Belen's unique floating houses on the Itaya River. The 45-minute speedboat ride to Cumaceba Lodge gives you your first look at life along the Amazon. Pack light clothes that dry quickly since humidity stays around 80%. The lodge provides rubber boots for jungle walks but you'll want your own moisture-wicking socks.

    
  • Day 2

    Deep Jungle Exploration

    Get up early at 5:30 AM when wildlife is most active. Your naturalist guide will take you through pristine rainforest to spot monkeys, sloths and many bird species. After lunch you'll visit the Yagua indigenous community to see traditional hunting methods and local crafts. In the afternoon you'll see rescued wildlife including anacondas and caimans during an Amazon River trip. The day ends with a night canoe ride where you'll experience total silence broken only by jungle creatures.

    
  • Day 3

    Final Amazon Morning

    Start with an early morning canoe trip on misty Shansho Lake for the best birdwatching. Try catching piranhas (it's more fun than scary) and visit riverside villages before returning to Iquitos after lunch.

    

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• 3 Days in Peruvian Amazon, incl. Iquitos and Amazon Lodge

  An immersive three-day Amazon tour awaits: Day 1 features jungle walks, Day 2 includes indigenous visits and fishing, Day 3 brings sunrise watching and dolphin spotting. Two nights at jungle lodge with 7 meals.

  

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  • Day 1

    Iquitos to Amazon Lodge

    Book flights that arrive before 8 AM to catch the included transfer. Start in Iquitos' historic center with a visit to Casa de Fierro (Iron House), a striking remnant of the rubber boom era. Next take a one-hour boat ride down the Amazon River to your jungle lodge. Pack light clothes that dry quickly and keep your electronics in a waterproof bag. The humidity is strong all year round.

    
  • Day 2

    Native Communities and Piranha Fishing

    Get up early at 5:30 AM to spot birds, especially the unique Hoatzin which are most active at daybreak. Put on long sleeves and pants before visiting the Yagua community to learn about their blowgun hunting methods. One visitor shared: "Our guide taught us different animal sounds and explained the flora and fauna of the Amazon river—this made the experience so much more authentic."

    
  • Day 3

    Pink Dolphins and River Life

    Head out before sunrise to see wildlife on Padre Island. Take a morning canoe ride to view the Victoria Regia water lilies, the biggest in the world. Sit in the middle of the boat and hold tight during turns. Look for pink dolphins near where rivers meet. Book your return flight after 5 PM to have enough time for the transfer back to Iquitos airport.

    

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• 3 Day Peruvian Amazon Itinerary, incl. Iquitos and Yanayacu

  

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  • Day 1

    Iquitos to Yanayacu

    Start your day with a 30-minute car ride from Iquitos to Bellavista port on the Nanay River. Pack light but include quick-dry clothes and good insect repellent since humidity stays around 90%. The 2-hour boat trip downriver is best for spotting wildlife between 7-9 AM when animals are active near the water. Plan to reach Monkey Island by mid-morning before the heat gets intense. Bring water and snacks in a small daypack since there aren't any facilities on the island. If you're interested in seeing pink dolphins head to Yanayacu tributary in the afternoon. The best viewing happens during low water season from June through November when dolphins gather in deeper channels. For the night walk make sure to wear shoes with good grip because the jungle floor gets slippery. The Yanayacu camping site is simple but puts you right where the wildlife is. You'll definitely need a headlamp to move around camp after dark.

    
  • Day 2

    Deep Amazon Exploration

    Wake up early for sunrise around 5:30 AM when mist covers Yanayacu creating perfect photo conditions. Morning boat trips give you the best chance to see birds and monkeys feeding by the water. In the afternoon try your hand at piranha fishing. One visitor shared: "Don't be discouraged if you don't catch anything right away—it took me 40 minutes before getting my first bite but the experience was worth it." The caiman spotting trip starts around 7:30 PM when these animals are most active. Wear dark clothes to avoid scaring them with reflected light. Late afternoon is perfect for photos of the Victoria Regia waterlilies.

    
  • Day 3

    Indigenous Culture and Return

    Get an early start around 5:45 AM for the jungle walk when the forest is cool and full of activity. Wear long sleeves and pants to protect from heavy morning dew and insects. The walk isn't difficult but watch your step on uneven ground. Plan about 1-2 hours for visiting the indigenous community. Bring small bills if you want to buy traditional crafts. The boat ride back to Iquitos takes about 2.5 hours going against the current. Book your flights after 4 PM to avoid feeling rushed. This Amazon camping experience is basic with shared bathrooms and simple camping setup. But what you give up in comfort you get back in real wilderness experience and up-close wildlife encounters.

    

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