Discover Peru’s Amazon with this 4-day Cumaceba Lodge adventure—floating village of Belen, rainforest hikes, Yagua community visit, Monkey Island conservation, Victoria Regia water lilies, piranha fishing, and nocturnal canoe rides for caimans. Designed for U.S. travelers seeking authentic jungle immersion.
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Amazon Tours Iquitos: Papagayo Tropical Bird Watching
Here is the itinerary of this wonderful tour “Papagayo Tropical Bird Watching” through the jungle
Day 1: Iquitos. Cumaceba Lodge.- Traveling down the Amazon River, see medicinal plants and the wildlife of the reserve, night jungle walk to hear the sound of the tropical rain forest animals. |
Day 2: Cumaceba Lodge.- Bird watching, visit the native community of Yagua, Tour on the Amazon river, varieties of animals: Sloths, monkeys, turtles, caimans, anaconda and boa constrictor. |
Day 3: Cumaceba Lodge – Monkey Island. |
Day 4: Cumaceba Lodge.- The giant Victoria Regia water lilies, fish for piranhas, cat fish, fresh water sardines – Iquitos. |
ITINERARY DETAILS
Day 1: Iquitos. Cumaceba Lodge.-
Traveling down the Amazon River, see medicinal plants and the wild life of the reserve, night jungle walk to hear the sound of the tropical rain forest animals
Reception in the airport, transfer R/T brief city tours. Transfer to the main harbor to meet our speed boat in order to visit the floating houses in the district of “Belen”, located on the edge of the Itaya River, continue traveling down the Amazon River to arrive at our ecological reserve “Cumaceba Lodge“. Reception with a typical welcome drink, and accommodation in the bungalows (all with private bathrooms), typical lunch followed by a trek into the forest to see medicinal plants and the wild life of the reserve.
Depending on the weather, we may see the Sunset before a night jungle walk to hear the sound of the tropical rain forest animals and the see various nocturnal insects and frogs. Dinner and overnight.
Day 2: Cumaceba Lodge.-
Bird watching, visit the native community of Yagua, Tour on the Amazon river, varieties of animals: Sloths, monkeys, turtles, caimans, anaconda and boa constrictor
Early canoe ride for bird watching in their natural habitat of the “Shansho lagoon” our biological area. Breakfast, and visit to the native etnia “Yagua” to see their native customs and hear their own dialect, demonstration of the old way of typical hunting with the “Pucuna” or Blowgun”.
Possibility to buy or trade handy crafts before a typical lunch.
“Papagayo Tropical Bird Watching”
After lunch, a tour on the Amazon river visiting a native who preserves some varieties of animals like sloths, monkeys, turtles, caimans (alligators), the famous Anaconda and red tail Mantona boa “Constrictor , (non poisonous!). Amazon Sunset, nocturnal excursion in canoe by the lagoon with the possibility of observing Caimans. Dinner and overnight.
Day 3: Cumaceba Lodge – Monkey Island
Breakfast. Amazon trip visiting a private primate conservation project with 5 different endangered species.
Lodge return.
Tour in canoe.
Typical music performance.
Overnight in Cumaceba Lodge.
Day 4: Cumaceba Lodge.-
The giant Victoria Regia water lilies, fish for piranhas, cat fish, fresh water sardines- Iquitos
Breakfast and canoe ride in the Shansho lagoon to the giant ‘Victoria Regia’ water lilies, with a bilingual guide experienced in ecology. We visit another lake to fish for piranhas, catfish, freshwater sardines, after which we will return to the Lodge and have a typical buffet lunch with your bilingual guide.
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FAQs – Your 4-Day Amazon Tour 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. 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. |
