Day 1 Lima
Arrive at any time, an arrival transfer is included.

Day 2 Lima/Nauta
Take an early morning flight to the gateway to the Amazon, Iquitos. Explore the town of Nauta before boarding the boat and beginning the cruise down the Amazon River. In the afternoon, enjoy a jungle walk and learn about medicinal plants, search for monkeys and keep an eye out for reptiles.

Once on board the ship, relax and soak in the natural beauty of the wild rainforest. Step out on deck and watch the riverbanks go by, expert guides will lead jungle walks, give lectures, and point out unique species of bird and marine life as you explore the smaller tributaries of the river. (B, L, D)

Days 3-5 Pacaya Samiria National Reserve
Explore the Amazon River and some of its tributaries in the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve. In the constantly changing Amazon we offer flexible itineraries, the naturalists onboard tailor each departure to the surroundings and water levels to ensure you get the most out of your Amazon adventure. Over the next few days, enjoy shore excursions, night excursions, educational lectures, a visit to a local shaman, an indigenous village, and the incredible wildlife of this lush area. (B, L, D)

Day 6 Pacaya Samiria National Reserve/Lima
In the morning explore the shoreline by motorized skiff keeping your eyes out for birds, monkeys and sloths. Leave the peacefulness of the river behind en route stop at the manatee rescue centre before catching a flight back to Lima. Enjoy the evening in the city. (B)

Day 7 Lima
Depart at any time. (B)

Hop aboard a riverboat and experience the Amazon in style. Led by an Amazon Reserve naturalist guide, your cruise will include daily excursions by motorized skiff designed to reveal the exotic wildlife that calls the rainforest home — with any luck you’ll spot sloths, toucans, or pink dolphins! And, with plenty of time for exploration in Pacaya–Samiria National Reserve, you'll have the chance to experience the jungle up close. The cuisine on-board is regional and provides a unique and delicious window into local culture. Gain a rare glimpse of how life "on the river" is lived and experience the magic of the Amazon on this once-in-a-lifetime riverboat adventure.

• Your Local Living Moment: Local Indigenous Family Visit, Pacaya Samiria National Reserve Your Wellness Moment: Local Shaman Visit, Pacaya Samiria National Reserve
• Arrival transfer
• Cruise aboard the Amatista Amazon Riverboat (4 nts)
• Orientation tour of Iquitos
• Launches and land excursions with our expert naturalist team
• Internal flights
• All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
• Aboard the Amatista Amazon riverboat (4 nts)
  Upgraded hotels (2 nts)
• 6 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners.
• Transportation: Amazon riverboat, plane, private bus.
• 2 Certified Amazon Reserve naturalist guide and support staff aboard the Amatista.

• Explore the Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve — the largest national park in Peru
• Dine on food fresh from the jungle
• Spot pink dolphins on the Amazon River
• Interact with members of the local community
• Learn the intricacies of Amazon wildlife

Aboard the Amatista Amazon riverboat (4 nts)

Upgraded hotels (2 nts)
Lima: Hotel San Agustin Exclusive (or similar)

• Small group experience; Max 28
• Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.
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