EXPEDITIONS IN THE AMAZON RAINFOREST OF PERU
Duration: 10 days
Level of Difficulty: 
Ideal for those interested in a long trek through primary rainforest, this itinerary offers physical challenges in a natural environment. Native Matses experts who will share their knowledge of Amazonia will accompany participants.
DAY 1
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- 6:00 am Transfer from Iquitos to Nauta city (2 hr).
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- Speedboat from Nauta to Requena (3 hr).
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- Meeting with Matses indigenous.
- Accommodation: Overnight in Requena.
DIA 2-4
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- Hike through primary jungle from Requena (50 km or 31 mi).
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- Crossing of streams.
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- Observation of the flora and fauna.
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- Nocturnal exploration.
- Overnight in the jungle.
DAY 5-7
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- Motorboat to a “Colpas” (deposit of clay containing mineral salts where a large number and variety of animals gather).
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- Construction of camp and construction of shelters.
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- Fishing for piranha (Serrasalmus nattereri) and other species.
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- Identification of animal tracks and footprints.
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- Excursion in search of primates.
- Overnight in the jungle.
DAY 8-9
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- Hike through primary jungle to the town of Requena (50 km or 31 mi).
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- Crossing streams.
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- Observation of the flora and fauna.
- Overnight in the jungle.
DAY 10
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- Arrival in Requena.
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- Speedboat to Nauta city (3 hr).
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- Transfer from Nauta to Iquitos (2 hr).
- 6:00 pm Arrival to Iquitos city.
Includes: Transfer from Iquitos Airport, land and river transportations included in the itinerary, public speedboat from Requena to Nauta, Matses native guides and Amazon Explorer’s tour leader.
Materials: Mosquito nets and bed sheets.
Note: Participants must bring their own sleeping pad.
Important: Amazon Explorer will provide campaign food for each participant, who has to Transferry theirs provisions. Water will be gathered from streams and be treated before to drink.