2 days
Pacaya Samiria Crossing
Let Nature Surprise You
Pacaya Samiria Crossing
Fully dedicated to conserving biological diversity, the reserve protects both terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems, promoting the sustainable use of its natural resources.
When you visit, you discover an incredible variety of species, as this reserve is home to 449 bird species, 103 mammals, 69 reptiles, 58 amphibians, 256 fish, and over 1,000 plant species. This unique diversity highlights the area’s ecological importance as a wildlife sanctuary and a vital space for scientific research.
As a fundamental pillar of conservation in the Peruvian Amazon, Pacaya Samiria plays a key role in protecting endangered species and preserving fragile ecosystems. By exploring its vast and thriving landscapes, you support sustainable tourism, environmental education, and ongoing study of one of the most biologically diverse places on the planet.
Includes
- Transfer from Iquitos Airport.
- Land and river transportations included in the itinerary.
- Private slow boat type peke-peke.
- All meals provided for duration of trip.
- Refreshments.
- Purified water.
- Permission to the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve.
- Native guide and Amazon Explorer’s tour leader.
- Materials: Mosquito nets, bed sheets and light camping mat.
Day 1
- 7:30 am Transfer from Iquitos to Nauta city (2 hr).
- Motorboat from Nauta to Santo Domingo (3 hr).
- Entrance permit for the National Reserve.
- Arrival to a village inside the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve.
- Excursion by canoe for wildlife observation.
- Nocturnal hiking exploration.
- Accommodation: Overnight in a typical village house.
Day 2
- Motorboat to a lagoon (3 hr).
- Looking for pink dolphins (Inia geoffrensis).
- Construction of camp.
- Hikes in primary jungle.
- Bird watching.
- Exploratory hike in search of nocturnal animals.
- Overnight in the jungle.
Day 3
- Motorboat to another camp area (3 hr).
- Construction of camp.
- Fishing for piranha (Serrasalmus nattereri).
- Identification of medicinal plants.
- Hiking through primary jungle in search of wildlife.
- Overnight in the jungle.
Day 4 – 6
- Motorboat to another deeper area of the jungle, to camp (6 hr).
- Construction of camp.
- Hikes in primary jungle.
- Drinking water from forest vines “Soga de agua”.
- Excursions in search of primates.
- Search of giant river otters (Pteronura brasiliensis).
- Night excursion in search of alligators.
- Overnight in the jungle.
Day 7
- Return by motorboat (7 hr).
- Construction of camp.
- Excursion by canoe for wildlife observation.
- Nocturnal exploration.
- Searching for tarantulas and other insects.
- Overnight in the jungle.
Day 8
- Return by motorboat to the village (3 hr).
- Purchase of handicrafts (optional).
- Return by motorboat to Nauta (3 hr).
- Transfer from Nauta to Iquitos (2 hr).
- 6:00 pm Arrival to Iquitos.
