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Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Lima & Jungle Briefing
  • Arrival in Lima and transfer to your hotel in the Miraflores district
  • Evening jungle briefing and overview of the expedition
  • Dinner on your own; overnight in Lima
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Day 2 – Flight to Tarapoto & Road to Yurimaguas
  • Morning flight from Lima to Tarapoto
  • Scenic drive through mountain jungle roads to the port town of Yurimaguas
  • Stop for jungle fruits and river views along the way
  • Dinner and overnight in Yurimaguas lodge
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Day 3 – Boat Journey to Lagunas & Edge of the Reserve
  • Early morning boat ride along the Huallaga and Marañón Rivers to Lagunas, gateway to Pacaya-Samiria
  • Meet your indigenous guide team and stock up on supplies
  • Overnight in a simple guesthouse near the reserve
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Day 4 – Canoe into the Jungle (Pacaya-Samiria Reserve)
  • Switch to smaller dugout canoes and begin paddling deep into the Amazon
  • Wildlife spotting begins: pink dolphins, macaws, howler monkeys, caimans, anacondas, and more
  • Camp in the jungle under mosquito nets or stay in basic ranger huts
  • Dinner by campfire; overnight in the reserve
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Day 5 – Deeper into the Amazon: Exploration & Survival Skills
  • Jungle walks, fishing for piranhas, and learning traditional survival techniques from local guides
  • Visit a remote village inside the reserve (depending on water levels and weather)
  • Canoe back to camp at sunset, listening to the jungle come alive
  • Overnight in the reserve
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Day 6 – Return Paddle & Back to Lagunas
  • Morning canoe out of the heart of the jungle
  • Return to Lagunas by afternoon
  • Dinner and overnight in Lagunas guesthouse
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Day 7 – Return to Tarapoto & Flight to Lima
  • Early river boat back to Yurimaguas, then drive to Tarapoto
  • Afternoon flight to Lima
  • End of tour (or optional extensions in Cusco or the Andes)
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* Please note that all itineraries, trip durations and travel dates are subject to change. Any such changes will be communicated to you in advance. All prices are exclusive of VAT, unless stated otherwise.

Highlights

  • Wildlife Without Walls
    Spot rare and endangered species in the wild, pink river dolphins, sloths, poison dart frogs, and flocks of neon-bright macaws, inside Peru’s largest protected reserve
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  • Indigenous Knowledge & Canoe Travel
    Navigate the Amazon by hand-carved canoe, guided by locals who know every bend of the river. Learn survival techniques, medicinal plants, and ancient stories passed down through generations
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  • Off-Grid Exploration
    Travel through one of the most remote corners of the Amazon basin, far from mass tourism. With no roads and little electricity, this is real jungle immersion raw, challenging, and unforgettable

Includes / Excludes

What’s Included:
  • All accommodation (twin-share): hotels, lodges, guesthouses, and jungle camps (Single supplement fee 210€)
  • All river and ground transport throughout the tour
  • Local indigenous guides and POV Travel expedition leader
  • All meals during the jungle portion (Day 4 to Day 6)
  • Permits and entrance fees to Pacaya-Samiria Reserve
  • Camping gear (mosquito nets, mats, cooking supplies)
  • Visa support documents if required
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What’s Not Included:
  • International flights to and from Lima
  • Domestic flights: Lima – Tarapoto – Lima
  • Travel insurance (mandatory)
  • Meals in Lima, Tarapoto, and Yurimaguas
  • Tips for guides and boat crew
  • Optional activities or tour extensions (e.g. Cusco, Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley)

€950

Start Date: 21 Mar 2027
End Date: 27 Mar 2027
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