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Galapagos & Peru Adventure (from Quito to Desaguadero)
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“A fantastic place to go when you wanna experience nature close up.”
Jakob, traveled in January
Remote eco-lodges near Puerto Maldonado serve as base for Amazon adventures. Guided walks showcase capybaras and rainbow macaws, while local experts share medicinal plant wisdom and evening excursions reveal nocturnal creatures.
Duration 24 days Destinations Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From
- NZ$12,645+$380 local payments
Peru Encompassed
140 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Well organised, experienced, unique and authentic experiences with exceptional service.”
Adrienne, traveled in December
Puerto Maldonado's eco-lodge positions you perfectly for Amazon wildlife viewing. Canoe trips and guided treks lead to macaw clay licks, while expert naturalists reveal medicinal plants in pristine rainforest.
Duration 20 days Destinations Lima, Pisco, Paracas, Ballestas Islands, Paracas National Reserve, Nazca, Huacachina, Arequipa, Misti Volcano, CuscoSee all destinations Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From $7,885
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4 Days Amazon Lodge Cuyabeno Reserve
14 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour itself was amazing!! Very nice lodges, great activities with a nice amount of rest inbetween.”
Amy, traveled in September
Pristine waterways of Cuyabeno reveal prehistoric hoatzin birds and pink river dolphins. Authentic wooden cabins at Nicky Lodge (approx. $110 per day) serve as base while expert guides lead jungle treks showcasing medicinal plants among 240 species per hectare. Local life includes visits to indigenous Siona and Kichwa communities.
Duration 4 days Destinations Cuyabeno Wildlife Preserve Age Range 8 to 70 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator Responsible Travel South America From
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3 days - Tambopata Amazon Jungle
33 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The excursions allowed you to see so much. So worth it.”
Madison, traveled in July
The Amazon comes alive through visits to Monkey Island's primates and Lake Sandoval's giant otters. Guests stay at an eco-lodge, enjoying canopy walks, caiman spotting, and authentic meals. Morning parakeet clay lick visits reveal incredible wildlife.
Duration 3 days Destinations Puerto Maldonado, Tambopata National Reserve Age Range 8 to 70 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator PVTravels From
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Duration 4 days Destinations Puerto Maldonado Age Range 16 to 85 year olds Operator Explore! From
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Amazon Tour Reviews
- Peru Encompassed
This tour was truly an adventure of a lifetime. I decided to write my review broken down by topics. Booking the tour. I booked this tour online through TourRadar. I was very impressed with how quickly and efficiently TourRadar would reply to me on any questions or issues I had. The staff I talked to were always friendly and enthusiastic to help. Altitude Sickness I brought Diamox for the trip. Our Tour leader explained to us that we really don’t need to take altitude pills. Just keep hydrated with water and electrolytes and take it easy, act like a sloth. If someone does feel ill, there is oxygen and medication available. After I took 2 Diamox pills, I vomited and had diarrhea. The medication may or may not have caused these sympotoms. I decided to stop taking the medication. I felt nausea when we hiking Colca Canyon. After that, my body adjusted and I was fine for the rest of the trip. Homestays We had 2 homestays and 1 visit to a local community that produced textiles The homestays were 1 of my favourite activities on this trip. My only criticism with the Colca Canyon homestay was that we were not given time in advance of the visit to purchase gifts for our host families. I already brought a few markers, stickers, and small toys from Canada. However, I felt this wasn't enough since it is recommended to spend $30 soles($13 cdn) dollars. For our Lake Titicaca Homestay, we did go to a supermarket and buy gifts ahead of the visit. At the homestays, we dressed in the local garments and ate a delicious homecooked meal. Excursions I won't comment on the entire itinerary, but highlight some of the pros and cons of some of the activities. Nazca lines: Intrepid deals with a local airline that is considered safe and reliable. Some people vomited on the half hour plane ride. It is very difficult to take pictures in the plane since it is hard to focus and hold your camera steady. Saint Francisco Monastery: We went to this place during our free time in Lima. I regret going to this since I didn’t realize what I was going to see. Underneath the building are tombs with the remains of 25000 people. In one display, there was a skull in the center with femur bones laid around it in a circle. I just felt it was disrespectful. Machu Picchu: We took the 7 am bus up to Machu Picchu. There was no line up to get in. It is truly a beautiful and mystical place to visit. However, I thought there were too many of us tourists walking around that took away some of the magic. Some of the paths are narrow and steep and there isn't a railing. This isn't a problem if everyone is walking in the same direction. Quite often, I was passing tourists going in the opposite direction or tourists are stopping on the path to take pictures or just standing on the path and you must walk around them. Toilet Paper Yes, I actually devoted a paragraph to this topic. Please remember to pack toilet paper. Most of the hotels we stayed at only had 1 roll in the room. If you run out, it's good to have your own supply as backup. I was surprised that the Amazon Lodge had 2 extra rolls in the room. Some of the museums didn’t supply toilet paper. Alpaca- We went to a factor outlet. As we sipped on tea, the ladies explained how to tell real Alpaca vs the fake stuff. Real Alpaca is cool to the touch. The fake stuff is rough on the inside. I think the Baby Alpaca sweaters are super soft, but can be quite thin and not that warm. If you are looking for a sweater with a unique design that you don’t see at home, then it is worth buying a Baby Alpaca. I don’t think the factory outle had the best prices. Retail stores selling authentic Alpaca will have a certifed Alpaca. sign. I found a store in Lima that had a clearance sale on Alpaca scarves. regular 179 soles for 99 soles about $40 cdn. Summary We were on the go everyday. But, you need to keep moving if you want to see as much as you can in 21 days. Some places I would have liked to stay an extra day. Overall, it was a great experince. We met some great friends among our group of 13. Hopefully, we can keep in touch and meet up with our fellow travellers again someday. Last, but not least, I want to give a big shout out to Giscard. He is the best tour guide on this planet!!! Giscard is organized, smart, caring, thoughtful..... ....
- 4 Days Amazon Lodge Cuyabeno Reserve
Our stay at Nicky Amazon Lodge was fantastic! Communication with Tourradar about pickup location was not. No where on the reservation did it say the pickup changed from Lago Agrio to Rio de Cuyabena. I only found this out once Daniel contacted me and I asked about pick up times. The morning of when we had our transport arranged our driver contacted Daniel and asked for the direct contact for the person who would be waiting for us at the pick up location and was told there was no contact number. The confusion about which “el puente” location we needed to be at was stressful. Communication needs improvement.
We had a really great time. The guide we had ( I wish I could remember his name)! Was very knowledgeable & we were kept busy with fun activities all day, we Got to experience a side of nature that we don’t get to anywhere else.
3 days - Tambopata Amazon Jungle
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You can explore the rivers from simple canoe safaris to extended journeys into Cuyabeno, Yanayacu and also other reserves. Most popular trips mix motorized transport to reach hidden spots with quiet paddle sections perfect for spotting river dolphins, monkeys and also diverse bird life. Our customers particularly love watching dolphins in the early morning light and taking sunset trips on Laguna Grande. Many boats dock at indigenous villages where you'll learn traditional fishing and cooking methods. The vessels offer solid comfort without excess - expect good food, expert naturalist guides and also excellent wildlife viewing opportunities right from the deck.
See all River Cruise toursThe 7-day Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve trek blends hiking and river travel in a really effective way. Our native guides receive constant praise from travelers for sharing their deep knowledge of medicinal plants and wildlife tracking techniques. Morning treks catch the jungle at its most active, plus you'll learn traditional cooking with the Siona people. Over in Colombia's Guainía region, a 4-day trek takes you through the ancient Mavecure Hills where you can climb Cerro Mavicure for wide views and walk across white sand savannas to find hidden waterfalls. Choose between rappelling from 15-meter platforms or taking guided walks through Selva Matavén forests. The Güejar River Canyon trek runs for 3 days and mixes hiking with rafting - our customers particularly like the stops at secluded waterfalls and chances to spot colorful birds and butterflies along the quiet trails.
See all Hiking & Trekking toursThe Amazon opens up so many ways to get active in the wilderness, with several adventures that our travelers keep coming back to. The Tambopata journey packs a lot into 3 days - you'll walk through the treetop canopy, spot caimans at night and wake up early to watch parrots at clay licks. Our guides are really good at adjusting activities when weather shifts while keeping wildlife encounters frequent and meaningful. For a deeper dive, the 8-day Inca Trail and Amazon combo lets you experience mountain passes and peaceful river sections in one trip. Our customers often mention how well the expert naturalist guides handle the transition between these different environments. Active travelers particularly enjoy the 5-day Cuyabeno Reserve program with its daily canoe explorations, jungle walks and night safaris. What makes this special is how it mixes physical activities with cultural experiences - you'll learn traditional fishing, try making yuca bread and spot pink river dolphins all in one trip.
See all Active toursThe Amazon reveals itself best through guided explorations from key jungle bases. Three and four-day Tambopata tours get you right into the action - you'll spot caimans during night river trips, interact with monkeys at local rehabilitation sites and watch hundreds of parakeets gather at dawn clay licks. Our travelers consistently highlight the elevated walks on suspension bridges and guided trails where you learn about medicinal plants. The guides really shine here - they'll walk you through generations of local plant knowledge while tracking wildlife in the upper canopy. Some trips include nights at riverside lodges where nature's nighttime chorus lulls you to sleep and howler monkeys serve as your morning alarm.
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182 tours in Amazon RainforestExplore a wide diversity of group tours through Amazon Rainforest. We have 182 adventures that vary from 3 days to 25 days. With the greatest number of departures in September, this is also the most popular time of the year.
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75 tours in Amazon RainforestThe Amazon comes alive through small-group tours that our travelers consistently praise for meaningful wildlife encounters. A well-designed 3-day Tambopata program keeps groups small and intimate, while featuring dawn wildlife walks, canopy bridge explorations and river cruises to spot caimans under starlit skies. The popular 8-day combination tours weave together Inca culture and jungle discoveries, as guides adjust each day's activities based on wildlife patterns and seasonal conditions. Many guests choose the 4-day Yanayacu River journey, where local experts demonstrate traditional fishing techniques, lead medicinal plant walks and arrange authentic visits with Yagua communities - all in groups small enough to move quietly through the forest. Our travelers often mention how their guides excel at tracking hard-to-find species while sharing generations of indigenous wisdom along the way. These intimate groups can linger at prime wildlife spots, adapt plans based on interests and access hidden quebradas that bigger tours simply can't reach. The connections formed during shared meals at jungle lodges and early morning canoe rides, watching river dolphins break the misty surface, add a personal touch that makes these Amazon experiences so special.
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35 tours in Amazon RainforestPrivate Amazon tours let you sync your interests with the jungle's natural rhythms. From Iquitos, you'll explore the Nanay River system, meet indigenous Yaguas communities and watch pink river dolphins play in the Amazon's waters. Your guide adjusts daily activities to catch the best wildlife moments - our travelers regularly spot various monkey species, macaws, sloths and also fascinating night creatures. Some tours include real adventures like zip-lining through the canopy or rappelling from 25-meter platforms. Many guests tell us they love being able to linger at wildlife hotspots and getting personal attention from their expert naturalist guide.
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Quick 3-day Amazon programs from Iquitos and Puerto Maldonado pack in loads of wildlife and culture. Our travelers love how these short trips mix dawn wildlife spotting, indigenous village visits and also nighttime safaris. You'll start with a motorized canoe heading deep into places like Tambopata Reserve, where caimans float in quiet lagoons and monkeys swing through the canopy overhead. Many guests tell us they really enjoy combining active experiences - like fishing for piranha or swimming in safe Amazon spots - with cultural moments learning traditional plant medicine from local guides. The best programs get you up before sunrise for bird watching, take you 26 meters up into the canopy for forest views and also lead night walks to find tarantulas, frogs and other creatures that come alive after dark. The comfortable jungle lodges give you space to rest between activities, with regional food and knowledgeable naturalist guides making everything run smoothly.
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Seven days in the Amazon lets you really sink into the forest's rhythms and culture. Popular routes through Ecuador's Cuyabeno Reserve and Peru's Manu National Park take you across different ecosystems and into several indigenous communities. Our customers say these longer stays help them tune into the Amazon's daily patterns - from early misty canoe rides watching river dolphins to evening walks tracking night creatures. The best programs include hands-on activities like cooking with Siona families, taking part in traditional healing ceremonies and also learning about medicinal plants on guided walks. With a full week, you can reach quiet spots like Maquisapayoc, where tapirs, monkeys and birds are regular sights. The guides really shine here - they know these complex ecosystems inside out and can track hard-to-spot wildlife while sharing local knowledge that's been passed down for generations.
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Lima, Iquitos, Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve, Nauta
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Best time to visit Amazon Rainforest
- Summer 2025
Summer brings prime conditions for Amazon riverboat adventures, when water levels create perfect access to otherwise hidden channels. Multi-day cruises from Iquitos take you deep into Pacaya Samiria Reserve, where our travelers regularly spot grey dolphins, macaws and also countless monkeys right from the deck. The boats offer comfortable bases with excellent food - many guests highlight the regional dishes and friendly crew service. Your days mix shore excursions to meet indigenous communities, night safaris to spot caimans and also educational talks from naturalist guides who really know their stuff. Some tours include visits to local shamans and animal rescue centers, adding cultural depth to the wildlife experience.
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- Fall / Autumn 2025
Looking at Amazon tour options, the Nicky Lodge really stands out based on what our travelers tell us about their 5-day Cuyabeno experiences. The guides know exactly where to spot wildlife, the meals are consistently good and you'll sleep comfortably even deep in the rainforest. Intrepid Travel's combo Inca Trail and Amazon trip has gotten solid feedback for the overall route and activities, though we've heard from some guests about varying hotel quality and slow email responses before departure. It's worth double-checking the accommodation details when booking this one. If you're short on time, there's a quick 3-day Tambopata option that packs in wildlife watching, night walks and canopy tours. The schedule keeps you moving and while the guides are knowledgeable, don't expect much one-on-one attention since groups tend to be larger. The key is matching your style to the right operator. Nicky Lodge works well for people wanting that genuine Amazon experience with good comfort, Intrepid fits active travelers okay with some variability and Tambopata suits those needing a quick Amazon introduction. What really matters is picking a tour that lines up with how you like to travel.
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- Winter 2025 / 2026
Winter tours in the Amazon let you explore during the rainier season when the forest bursts with life. Several excellent 4-5 day tours operate from the Cuyabeno Reserve, where our travelers love swimming in the flooded forests and watching pink dolphins play in the high waters. The lodges are built to handle the season - you'll stay in elevated bungalows with hot showers and also excellent regional food prepared by dedicated chefs. Many guests particularly enjoy the night walks to spot nocturnal creatures, early morning bird watching excursions and also learning traditional cassava bread-making with local families. The guides earn constant praise for spotting wildlife that most visitors would miss, from tiny poison dart frogs to well-camouflaged sloths.
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- Spring 2026
The Amazon comes alive in spring with tours that showcase nature at its peak. Our 8-day combo experiences blend mountain trails in the Andes with rich jungle encounters, letting travelers join naturalists who point out active monkeys, bright macaws and laid-back sloths in their element. Quick 3-4 day tours from Puerto Maldonado pack plenty into a shorter visit - guests head out on night safaris tracking caimans, watch hundreds of parrots gather at clay licks, and explore high above the forest on suspended walkways. The week-long homestays with Quichua families add genuine cultural connections, as visitors learn traditional chocolate crafting, take part in shamanic rituals and bike to nearby villages. Our guests tell us how much they value the mix of active discovery and local interactions, whether they're fishing for piranha, discovering medicinal plants, or trying their hand at blowgun hunting with indigenous guides. The riverside lodges serve as comfortable home bases, offering local flavors and skilled naturalists who know just where to spot wildlife during this dynamic season.
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What's the Best Way to Explore the Amazon River and Rainforest?
The Amazon River's really something special and you've got several great ways to experience it. River cruises are super popular and let you really settle in - there's this amazing 14-day Brazilian Amazon boat tour where you actually sleep in hammocks on deck under the stars along the Rio Negro for 3 nights. If you're feeling more active kayaking's fantastic for getting up close with nature especially in those quiet blackwater streams where you can spot tons of birds. Motorized canoes are perfect for reaching those hidden spots and local communities like in Ecuador's Cuyabeno Reserve where they'll take you to Nicky Lodge for a 5-day adventure exploring the reserve.
Which Indigenous Communities Can I Visit and Where Are They?
You'll find some incredible indigenous cultures throughout the Amazon each with their own unique way of life. In Ecuador's Cuyabeno Reserve the Siona community shows visitors how to make traditional yuca bread - there's this great 7-day tour that's actually designed for gay travelers. Over in Peru's Yanayacu region the Yaguas tribe shares their ancient dancing hunting and plant medicine knowledge during a 4-day tour. Brazil's got these fascinating Caboclo communities mix of indigenous and European heritage who love sharing their farming techniques you can visit them on a 3-day tour from Manaus.
What Kind of Wildlife Will I See?
The Amazon's just packed with amazing creatures! You'll definitely spot monkeys caimans and loads of birds while those really special sightings like jaguars giant otters and anacondas are possible but need some luck. Pink dolphins are actually pretty common especially in Peru's Pacaya Samiria Reserve - there's this great 3-day tour from Iquitos where Ronald one of our customers saw loads of them. The clay licks are incredible for seeing parrots and macaws especially on the 4-day La Selva Amazon Lodge tour in Ecuador's Yasuni National Park. Giant river otters hang out in the oxbow lakes and you might catch them on the Peru Amazon Jungle Short Break in Tambopata.
How Different Are the Peruvian Ecuadorian and Brazilian Amazon Regions?
Each part of the Amazon's got its own special feel. Peru's famous for these huge reserves like Tambopata and Manu where you can get in from Puerto Maldonado or Cusco lots of wildlife especially on that 3-day Tambopata tour where you explore Monkey Island and paddle around Sandoval Lake. Ecuador's really known for Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve and Yasuni National Park with these amazing flooded forests and close connections with indigenous groups like the Siona especially on their 5-day lodge tour. Brazil's got this incredible spot in Manaus where two rivers meet but don't mix plus you can learn about Caboclo life on the Brazilian Amazon boat tour.
What Can Adventure Seekers Do in the Amazon?
If you're after some excitement there's plenty to get your heart racing! You can actually zipline through the rainforest canopy and rappel back down - Ronald loved this near Iquitos Peru during his 3-day tour with pink dolphin watching. Night walks are incredibly thrilling you're out there spotting caimans and night creatures which you can do on Ecuador's 4-day Cuyabeno Lodge tour. For real adventurers there's jungle camping where you spend the night right in the rainforest listening to all those amazing sounds especially on that 4-day Yanayacu River tour in Peru.