Cumaceba Lodge Amazon Tour: Belen Village, Yagua Community & Monkey Island

Discover Peru’s Amazon with this 5-day Cumaceba Lodge adventure—floating village of Belen, rainforest hikes, Yagua community visit, Monkey Island conservation, piranha fishing, camping in hammocks, and wildlife encounters from dolphins to caimans. Designed for U.S. travelers seeking authentic jungle immersion.

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Location: Peru
Duration: 5 Days
Type: Peru Amazon Tours.
Destinations: Iquitos, Cumaceba Lodge, Navigation on the Amazon river, walk for the amazon observing the flora and fauna.
Description: You can visit the Cumaceba lodge, build according to nature, designed to give a nice and a comfortable stay to its visitors.

This Lodge contains a bar, dining room, amacas, handicraft stores, place of games, double rooms, triple rooms, private bathrooms all for your comfort and contact with the wildlife; another kind of thing that you can do is lighted night hikes to the banks of the river.

Iquitos Wildlife Iguana Tour is a very beautiful tours on the jungle

Day 1: Iquitos, Cumaceba Lodge.- Navegation on the Amazon river, walk for the amazon observing the flora and fauna, Night Jungle.

Day 2: Cumaceba Lodge, Bird Watching, visit Yagua community, Night Jungle, Caiman, seeking.

Day 3: Cumaceba Lodge, Monkey Island.

Day 4 and 5: Cumaceba Lodge, Camping Fishing piranhas, cat fish, Night Hiking, Night bird excursion.

ITINERARY DETAILS

Day 1:

Iquitos – Cumaceba Lodge: Navegation on the Amazon river, walk for the jungle observing the flora and fauna, Night Jungle
Transfer to the dock for boarding our speed boat and visit Belen floating village on the Itaya River. Navigation on the Amazon, watching different villages. Arrival welcome drink in Cumaceba Lodge. Room assignment in private cabins. Little jungle walks observing orchids. Typical lunch self-service. Jungle hike knowing the wildlife flora and fauna.

Sunset on the Amazon. Night jungle excursion searching insects, amphibians, tarantulas, etc. and talking about Jungle legends. Overnight in Cumaceba Lodge.

Day 2:

Cumaceba Lodge: Bird Watching, visit Yagua community, Night Amazon, Caiman, seeking
Early morning, excursion for bird watching on Shansho Cocha. (Hoatzin lake) Breakfast. Visit the Yagua community, observing typical dresses (grass skirt) native language, lifestyle. Blowgun demonstration and the way how they hunt in times gone by handicrafts commerce or trading.

Typical lunch. Amazon journey for visiting a family conservation animal shelter as sloths, monkeys, turtles, anacondas and boa constrictors. Grey and pink river dolphins watching.

Night jungle cayman seeking.

Dinner. Overnight.

Day 3:

Cumaceba Lodge, Monkey Island
Breakfast. Amazon trip visiting a private primate conservation project with 5 different endangered species. Family visit that produces sugar cane and processes different products with a sugar cane mill (distillery) sugar cane rum melossas. Lodge return. Typical music performance.

Overnight in Cumaceba Lodge.

Day 4 and 5:

Cumaceba Lodge, Camping Fishing piranhas, cat fish, Night Hiking, Night bird excursion
Breakfast; and observation of the Amazon water lilies-Victoria Regia. Sportfishing trip for different species-the voracious Piranhas, catfish, sardines. Lunch self-service. Departure to amazon interior for overnight in hammocks or tents. Night jungle hiking. Night bird excursion.

Overnight. Morning hike. Breakfast.

Basic instructions of jungle survival.

Canoing row (season conditions- dry or rainy) Back to Cumaceba lodge.

Lunch. 14.30 pm. Departure to Iquitos. Transfer the hotel or airport. Back to Iquitos and to the end of your trip with Cumaceba.

Included:

Reception in Iquitos, transfers, speed boat navigation on the Amazon River.
Accommodation in Cumaceba Lodge private cabins with bathrooms.
Typical Amazonian meals (breakfasts, lunches, dinners).
Guided jungle walks observing orchids, flora, fauna, and bird watching.
Visit to Belen floating village and Yagua native community.
Excursions to Monkey Island, Shansho Lake, and family conservation projects.
Wildlife observation: sloths, monkeys, turtles, anacondas, boa constrictors, dolphins, caimans.
Camping nights in hammocks or tents with jungle survival instructions.
Return transfer to Iquitos hotel or airport.

Not Included:

Personal travel insurance.
Alcoholic beverages and snacks outside of meals.
Tips for guides and lodge staff.
Optional purchase of handicrafts.
Flashlight, insect repellent, sunscreen, rain poncho.
Binoculars, camera equipment, personal medications.

FAQs – Your 5-Day Amazon Expedition Questions Answered

When is the best time to visit the Amazon?
Year-round, though June to September has less rain and easier access.

What makes this tour different?
It combines jungle hikes, wildlife spotting, Yagua culture, Monkey Island, and piranha fishing.

What type of travelers usually book this tour?
Nature lovers, cultural explorers, and those seeking authentic Amazon experiences.

Do I need prior hiking or fishing experience?
No—all activities are guided and beginner-friendly.

What kind of accommodation is included?
Private bungalows at Cumaceba Lodge and jungle camping.

Are transfers included?
Yes—includes transport from Iquitos airport and return.

What altitude is reached during the tour?
Iquitos and the Amazon basin are low altitude, around 100 m (328 ft).

What kind of weather should I expect?
Hot and humid, frequent rain, temperatures between 25–32 °C (77–90 °F).

What should I pack for this expedition?
Light clothing, rain gear, insect repellent, sunscreen, hat, and camera.

Is this tour eco-friendly?
Yes—we work with local communities, minimize waste, and respect biodiversity.

Can the itinerary be customized?
Yes—you can add nights in Iquitos or combine with other Amazon destinations.

What wildlife can be observed?
Pink and gray dolphins, monkeys, sloths, birds, caimans, and anacondas.

Enter a price without discount

750.00

690.00