Jaguar Expedition

Venture into one of the most remote and challenging regions of the Amazon, a true sanctuary for the revered “King of the Jungle”: the jaguar. This carefully crafted itinerary seamlessly blends adventure with nature, offering a unique experience in unexplored areas rich in biodiversity.

The jaguar (Panthera onca), the largest feline in the Americas and the third largest in the world, takes center stage on this remarkable journey. Weighing up to 330 pounds, with females typically 10 to 20% smaller than males, the jaguar’s impressive presence is reflected in its length, which ranges from 5.5 to 7.5 feet, and its shoulder height of around 30 inches. With a bite force stronger than that of tigers and lions, the jaguar rightfully claims its place at the top of the Amazon’s food chain.

Regarded as the ruler of the Amazon, the presence of this majestic feline is a clear indicator of a healthy ecosystem. As an apex predator, the jaguar plays a vital role in maintaining balance and ensuring the overall well-being of the surrounding environment.

Includes

• Transfer from Iquitos Airport.
• Land and river transportation throughout the itinerary.
• Air ticket between Iquitos and Angamos.
• Public speedboat from Requena to Nauta.
• Slow peke-peke motorboat (with stationary motor).
• All meals during the trip.
• Purified water.
• Permit from SERNANP (National Service of Natural Protected Areas by the Peruvian Government).
• Authorization from the Matsés Communities visited during the trip.
• Authorization from the Supreme Matsés Chief to enter their territory.
• Expert indigenous wildlife trackers and Amazon Explorer’s lead guide.
• Equipment: mosquito net and bed sheet.

Each Participant should bring

• Light camping mat.
• Personal water Filter for hiking.
• Rubber boots.

Important

• Expedition start date: Only on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
• You must arrive in Iquitos at least one day prior to the start date of the program.
• The air transportation for this expedition is subject to the schedule set by the Peruvian Air Force. Flights may be postponed due to adverse weather conditions.
• The Peruvian Air Force permits a maximum baggage allowance of 22 pounds (10 kilograms) per person.
• We recommend adding additional days at the end of the itinerary as a precautionary measure against possible rescheduling of the departure flight to later dates.
• Responsibility for Flights and Lost Days
  • Departure Flight: This program includes only one outbound flight from Iquitos to the expedition area. If this flight is postponed to a later date, we recommend that travelers allow for additional days at the end of their itinerary.
  • Flight Rescheduling: Flight Rescheduling: If the flight is delayed, it may be possible to adjust the activities to recover lost days, provided the traveler’s availability permits.
  • Important Notice: No refunds will be issued for lost expedition days, additional expenses, or any other consequences arising from circumstances beyond our control.
• Clay Licks (Collpas): Clay licks are only accessible from June to November, when river levels are low.
• Jaguar Sighting: Wildlife behavior is unpredictable, and sightings cannot be guaranteed. However, exploring a remote area with verified records of jaguar presence significantly increases the likelihood of an encounter.
• Each traveler is responsible for carrying their own backpack during the return trek, which covers a distance of 31 miles (50 kilometers).
• This expedition is open to highly motivated participants with strong adaptability and good physical and mental condition.
• Reservations must be made at least 60 days in advance.