Aria Amazon, High Water Season (November - May)
Day 1: Iquitos – Nauta – Embarkation – Maranon River
Arriving on a noon flight, receive a warm welcome at Iquitos International Airport by our crew. Board our private transfer to downtown Iquitos, for a panoramic city tour and a welcome lunch. Then transfer to Nauta port for embarkation. Settle into your generously sized suite as you begin one of life’s greatest adventures. Following an introduction to our naturalist guides and a routine safety drill, gather at the restaurant for the first of may Amazonian cuisine experiences created by Aria Amazon’s renowned consulting chef, Pedro Miguel Schiaffino.
Day 2: Amazonas River – Yacapana Islands – Nauta Cano River
We start the day with early morning bird watching along the majestic Amazon River. After breakfast, head out for a skiff excursion along the Yanayacu Yacapana River, a tributary of the Amazon River, in search of wildlife including parrots, hawks, monkeys, and sloths. In the evening, embark on a wildlife excursion on the black waters of Nauta Caño River. End the night with extraordinary stargazing.
Day 3: Yanayacu Pucate River – Maranon River – Village visit – Jungle walks
Begin the day’s adventures near the main entrance of Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, cruising along Yanayacu Pucate in the comfort of our private skiffs. Visit an Amazon village to interact with native riberenos (people of the river) and witness a demonstration of Aguaje palm harvesting.
Kayak, canoe, and swim in the area’s enchanting black waters, while staying on the lookout for the legendary pink dolphins. After lunch, take a jungle walk in Casual’s Forest and look for flora and fauna including medicinal trees, insects, and poison dart frogs.
Day 4: Nauta Town – Manatee Rescue Centre – Transfer to the Airport
In the morning, take a guided visit to the local market and marvel at the regional produce of the Peruvian Amazon.
Return to Aria Amazon for breakfast before disembarkation. En route to the airport, visit the Manatee Rescue Center, where orphaned Amazonian manatees rehabilitate before they are released back into the wild.
Aria Amazon, Low Water Season (June - October)
Day 1: Iquitos - Nauta - Embarkation - Maranon River
Arriving on a noon flight, receive a warm welcome at Iquitos International Airport by our crew. Board our private transfer to downtown Iquitos, for a panoramic city tour and a welcome lunch. Then transfer to Nauta port for embarkation.
Settle into your generously sized suite as you begin one of life’s greatest adventures. Following an introduction to our naturalist guides and a routine safety drill, gather at the restaurant for the first of many Amazonian cuisine experiences created by Aria Amazon’s renowned consulting chef, Pedro Miguel Schiaffino.
Day 2: Clavero Lake – Ucayali River – Yarapa River
We start the day searching for incredible wildlife along the Ucayali River, including parrots, egrets, hawks, and monkeys. After breakfast, choose to go canoeing, kayaking, or swimming on the black water Clavero Lake, or visit an Amazonian village, where you can interact with native riberenos (people of the river). At dusk, explore the Yarapa River in search of exotic nocturnal wildlife.
Day 3: Amazon River – Tahuayo River - San Pedro Forest
As the day begins, embark on a morning wildlife excursion on the extraordinary Amazon River. After breakfast, explore the Tahuayo River, a black water tributary of the Amazon River, while our naturalist guides share stories of Amazonia. After lunch, we take a jungle walk at San Pedro or Puerto Prado’s forest to learn about the Amazonian flora and fauna.
Day 4: Nauta Town - Manatee Rescue Center - Transfer To The Airport
In the morning, take a guided visit to the local market and marvel at the regional produce of the Peruvian Amazon.
Return to Aria Amazon for breakfast before disembarkation. En route to the airport, visit the Manatee Rescue Center, where orphaned Amazonian manatees rehabilitate before they are released back into the wild.
Included:
All meals (Breakfast, Lunch and dinner) while onboard
All beverages (non-alcoholic)
All excursions
Transfers to/from vessel when arriving on recommended flights. Please note flights with arrival and departure after 5pm are the most recommended ones
English speaking guide
Pacaya Samiria entrance fee
Rates do not include: Boutique purchases. Gratuities
NOTE: All itineraries are subject to change, due to weather and other conditions. All times indicated are approximate, and are also subject to change.
Please note flights with arrival and departure after 5pm are the most recommended ones.
**YELLOW FEVER VACCINATION RECOMMENDED FOR ALL TRAVELERS TO PERU'S AMAZON RAINFOREST.**