$ 447.42

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Duration

3 days and 2 nights

Buy before 36 hours

before the trip

Language

Spanish

Min. Passengers

1 passenger

Accommodated included

3 Days 2 Nights in Iquitos With Lodging at Helicona Lodge

Welcome to Iquitos, registration and brief explanation of the program:

Transfer to the Port of Iquitos
Boat transfer to Heliconia
Brief visit to the Island of the Monkeys (In the empty season, the Fundo Pedrito will be visited)
Arrival at the Lodge
Welcome drink and Check-in.
Starting the Magical Adventure according to the itinerary.

Seasons of Rising and Emptying of the Amazon River: Bear in mind that the itinerary undergoes variations during the season of the Amazon River's Emptying, which affects navigation and therefore the performance of some activities.

Waxing Season : March – May
Empty Season: August – October
Transition Season: November – February

Departure place

Start and return point: Services start from the Airport, as long as they arrive at the recommended times.
Days of operation: every day

Itinerary

Day 1

Lima / Iquitos / Heliconia Amazon River Lodge

You will be received and welcomed in the baggage area of the Iquitos International Airport, where representatives of the lodge will assist you and transfer you to our office in Iquitos. You will be offered a short induction about the route of our services, what to do and what not to do in the jungle, as well as some important tips.
After a short wait, you will be transferred to the Port of Iquitos where you will be boarded on one of our fast boats that will transfer you to the Heliconia Amazon River Lodge through the Amazon River.
During the tour you will be able to observe the convergence of the cloudy brown waters of the Amazon River with the dark waters of the Nanay River.
Enjoy the wonderful landscapes of the Peruvian jungle accompanied by the small rural houses located on the banks of the rivers.
After a few minutes of travel we will make a short stop at the Island of Monkeys, which protects and conserves species of monkeys in danger of extinction in the Peruvian Amazon (in times of emptying of the rivers, the Fundo Pedrito will be visited)
The objective of this family-oriented company is to show its visitors the work that is carried out every day in the process of reintegrating primates into their natural habitat, as well as the development of their survival instinct in nature.
Appreciate the different species of monkeys that are completely free within this reserve; without cages, where their stay will depend on the development of their ability to re-adapt to nature.
After appreciating the enormous effort of this group of people, we will continue our tour for approximately 60 minutes by boat.
Upon arrival at the lodge, our staff will welcome you and receive you with a refreshing fruit juice from the region.
Then, you will proceed with the check-in and location in your respective room, so you can freshen up and immediately after go to the lodge's restaurant and enjoy your first Amazonian meal.
In the afternoon, start your first excursion accompanied by our experienced guides, walking through the Yanamono reserve, for an approximate time of 2 hours. There they will teach you to identify various species of flora such as; heliconia flowers, medicinal plants and giant trees. During the journey you will be able to observe various species of birds such as the Turkey Vulture (Cathartes Aura), Black Fronted Nunbird (Monasa-Atia), and with luck you may be able to observe a family of small monkeys such as the marmosets (saguinus fusicollis),
the Titi (Callicebus MollockMollock) and the squirrelmonkey (Saimiri Bolivian).
We will go back to the lodge to enjoy a few hours of rest and relaxation, and also be captivated by your first sunset in the Amazon. At nightfall, especially in the season of rising rivers, we will enjoy a magical tour in an open boat through one of the tributaries of the Amazon River, without any lighting, accompanied only by some glimpses of the flora and fauna. from the jungle. If we find ourselves with a clear sky, we will be able to appreciate the splendid brightness of the moon, as well as the stars and constellations. With a bit of luck, you will be able to ask for what you most desire in the face of the appearance of a shooting star, which is common in this area and tends to dazzle us with its brilliant path.
Back to the lodge for dinner and also to rest and recover energy for the next morning to start activities from dawn.

Day 2

Heliconia Amazon River Lodge

We start the day with the bird watching excursion, appreciating how the various birds gather in search of their morning food, it will start very early moving by boat to one of the creeks where you can see the greatest variety of birds.
You will be able to observe various species such as the Tuki (Jacana Jacana), Ringed Kingfisher (Ceryle-Torquata), Black-Collared Hawk (Busarellus nigricollis), among others. After returning to the lodge for an energizing breakfast and a short rest, we prepare to visit the Yaguas community where we can appreciate their customs and traditions of their culture, we will have the opportunity to participate in the use of the "pucuna" main hunting instrument. .
Return to the lodge and lunch. In the afternoon we prepare to be part of the Artisanal Fishing expedition, for which we will go to one of the tributaries of the Amazon River, where we will learn about artisanal fishing techniques, as well as piranha fishing. If the expedition was a success, you can take the fish to the lodge for preparation during lunch.
Likewise, during this excursion we will also have the opportunity to appreciate the friendly pink river dolphins (Inia Geoffrensis). We return to the lodge to enjoy dinner. At night, dare to walk through nature within the perimeters of the lodge and witness the enchanting transformation of the jungle to a nocturnal environment. As you adapt to the dark environment of the jungle, you will appreciate how nature takes on a different character and observe the diverse habits of the nocturnal animals of the jungle. It is the best time to see frogs, shy snakes and other creatures that only move at night.
We will be able to differentiate a completely different range of fauna compared to what is usually found during the day, listening to the magical sounds of insects, birds, felines and owls.
After 30 minutes of travel we will proceed to return to the lodge to enjoy dinner and rest pleasantly.

Day 3

Heliconia Amazon River Lodge / Iquitos / Lima

Enjoy an excellent breakfast before starting the observation tours of the majestic Victoria Amazonicas, the queen of water lilies.
Currently known as Victoria Regias, this flower native to the shallow waters of the Amazon River basin grows mostly in lakes and swamps.
We will probably be able to appreciate some white flowers on their first day of flowering, to turn pink on their second day.
This imposing plant of lakes and swamps can grow up to 40 cm in diameter and is pollinated by beetles. The Victoria Regia is well known for its immense circular blade, which is usually shown with a child sitting in the center of its blade in order to appreciate its magnitude and strength.
Return to the Lodge to enjoy a delicious lunch and then proceed with the Check-out, and leave for Iquitos.
Depending on the schedule of your return flight to Lima, the transfer to the airport will be made.
End of services.
The program may vary depending on the arrivals and departures of the flights as well as the weather conditions.

Includes

02 nights accommodation at Heliconia Amazon River Lodge
Full meals (02 breakfasts, 03 lunches, 02 dinners)
Visit to Monkey Island
Jungle walk.
night boat ride
Search for Pink Dolphins
Observation of Royal Victories
bird watching tour
Artisanal fishing tour
Transfers.

Not included

Beverages in general: soft drinks, juices, soft drinks and/or liquors
Air tickets Lima / Iquitos / Lima
Airport tax in Lima and Iquitos
Tips to porters at the airport and/or staff.

Activities

Boat rides (included)
Sport fishing (included)
Gastronomy (included)
Bird watching (included)
Flora, wildlife observation (included)
Guided visits (included)

Notes

Guided in English has a cost of 60 soles per day.
Amazon River Expeditions staff awaits you at counter N° 5 of the airport in the baggage claim area.
IMPORTANT FOR HELICONIA TOURS YOU MUST TAKE THE FOLLOWING FLIGHT TIMES:
Lima – Iquitos: Before 09:00 a.m.
Iquitos – Lima: After 5:30 p.m. If in case it arrives at non-recommended times, the cost of the extra boat is S /. 730.00 Suns.
Bring: Plastic rain coat or poncho (waterproof), flashlights, rechargeable batteries, binoculars, good insect repellant, sunscreen, water bottle, light cotton clothes, long-sleeved pants and shirts, cotton socks and polo shirts. Moisture-resistant slippers and/or rubber boots (we provide at the Lodge) Essential swimwear. A windbreaker jacket (sometimes the temperature drops considerably when it rains or on boat trips).
Type of vehicle used by travelers:
Land: Car-Van-Bus.
River: Boats.
Prices do not apply for Easter, National Holidays and New Year.

Accommodation

Lodge

Heliconia Amazon River Lodge

Check in: 13:00 pm | Check out: 12:00 p.m.
Heliconia Amazon River Lodge is a tourist lodge located on the banks of the Amazon River, 80 km from the city of Iquitos.
In the middle of the jungle, the Lodge is the perfect base to start your adventure in the Amazon. We assure you the best experiences of your life, with the comfort of a resort.
Relax, skip the routine and escape from all the distraction of the city.
A perfect place to enjoy an Amazonian adventure and get carried away by all its wonders.
Dates with zero availability at Heliconia Lodge (13,14 - 20 and 21 June)