6
days
Amazon Expedition
Iquitos, Peru
$1900/person
DESCRIPTION:
Explore the Peruvian Amazon on an unforgettable jungle expedition in the Loreto region of Peru. Based at a beautiful jungle lodge deep within the Tahuayo Reserve, this adventure, partnered with ARCAmazonica focuses heavily on nighttime river surveys for caimans, giving participants the rare opportunity to get hands on with caiman and other reptiles native to the region alongside experienced guides and researchers. We’ll fish for piranhas, peacock bass and giant arapaima, explore winding jungle rivers, visit local villages, and enjoy incredible traditional Peruvian Amazon meals prepared fresh each day at the lodge. This expedition is designed for those who want an authentic, immersive wildlife experience in one of the most biodiverse places on Earth.
ITINERARY:
Day 1: Group meets in Iquitos, Peru. Travel by speedboat to our private lodge deep in the Amazon. You'll be greeted with Lunch and can settle into your cabana and rest or begin to explore the many trails through the jungle around the camp. Nighttime we begin our first caiman survey on the river.
Day 2: After breakfast the group will venture into the floating forest where anacondas can be found basking on floating grass pads on top of a flooded jungle floor. If you're lucky you'll get to see one of the true legends of the Amazon, a monster green anaconda. You can fish the river until nightfall when we will begin our next caiman survey.
Day 3: Wake up early and venture by boat to the river to fish for peacock bass and giant catfish. At night hike the jungle for reptiles such as the emerald boa, and giant bushmasters, the largest viper in the world!
Day 4: Fish a large lake where giant arapaima live, swim in the river with pink dolphins. At night search for caimans and snakes along the river.
Day 5: Enjoy the day at the lodge or explore the surrounding rainforest on your last full day in the jungle. Last night for caiman survey.
Day 6: Last morning to enjoy the rainforest. After lunch return to Iquitos by boat ending the expedition.
INCLUDED:
Accommodations, local transportation, all activities, all meals.
NOT INCLUDED:
Flight/transport to Iquitos, Peru. Alcohol or extra food/snacks you wish to purchase. Any activities outside of the expedition dates.
EXPEDITION DATES:
September 17-22, 2026