Nanay Program

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Discover the Peruvian Amazon on a 2-day, 1-night jungle experience from Iquitos. Explore the ecosystems of the Amazon and Yanayacu river basins, learn about local communities and experience the rivers, flora and wildlife of the Amazon rainforest. An ideal option for travelers with limited time who want an authentic Amazon experience.

Hotel or airport pick-up at 9:30 a.m., followed by a short introduction to Iquitos and transfer to Bellavista Nanay Tourist Pier. Observe the confluence of the Amazon and Nanay rivers, known for the contrast between their waters. Travel for approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes along the Amazon River to Cabaña Amazon Lodge, observing riverside communities along the way. Visit a Yagua community to learn about its customs, clothing, dialect, way of life, blowpipe demonstration and welcome dances. Arrival at the lodge, cabin allocation, orientation and lunch. In the afternoon, travel on the Amazon River, try piranha fishing and, depending on conditions, possibly spot pink or gray river dolphins. Enjoy sunset, a night walk to observe insects, amphibians and tarantulas, dinner, jungle stories and myths. Overnight at Cabaña Amazon Lodge.

At sunrise, around 5:00 a.m., an optional outing offers the chance to observe birds along the riverbanks and sunrise over the Amazon. Breakfast and an excursion to a riverside community to visit the Monkey Island wildlife project, where sloths, monkeys, agoutis and macaws may be observed in a setting focused on learning and wildlife respect. Lunch at the lodge with local products; vegetarian and special dietary options are available with advance notice. Return to Iquitos and hotel transfer at approximately 5:30 p.m. The order of activities may vary due to operational or weather conditions.

Airport / hotel / lodge transfers
1 night of lodge accommodation
Single, double, triple or double-bed rooms
All meals at the lodge: breakfast, lunch and dinner
English- or Spanish-speaking guide
Water, tea and coffee
Rubber boots for excursions

Tips
Laundry
Bar drinks
Beer
Soft drinks
Mineral water

Lightweight long-sleeved cotton trousers and shirts
Cotton Bermuda shorts and shorts
Sunscreen
Camera or video camera with rechargeable battery, binoculars and a personal flashlight
Mosquito repellent lotion or cream
Rain poncho or jacket