Wildlife Expedition & Survival Skills

Discover the untamed wilderness and learn essential survival techniques in one of the most remote and challenging regions of the Amazon rainforest. Guided by indigenous experts in wildlife and survival, you will explore a vibrant ecosystem teeming with biodiversity.

This region is renowned for its exceptional biological diversity, with documented sightings during our expeditions of giant anacondas, jaguars, and thirteen species of primates. The program is designed to offer you an authentic connection with nature while equipping you with practical skills to survive in this extreme environment.

Experience unique activities such as wildlife observation, building natural shelters, foraging for food, and learning ancient indigenous techniques that have enabled local inhabitants to thrive in the jungle for generations. This immersive experience will challenge your abilities and deepen your understanding of the Amazonian ecosystem.

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 survival specialists, and Amazon Explorer’s lead guide.
• Equipment: mosquito net and bed sheet.

Each participant should bring:

• Their own light camping mat.
• A 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.
• Wildlife Sightings: Wildlife behavior is unpredictable, and sightings cannot be guaranteed. However, exploring remote areas 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.