Peruvian Amazon Tours from Iquitos

What our customers ask about Peruvian Amazon Tours from Iquitos

• How do I get to Iquitos to start my Amazon tour?

  Iquitos stands as the world's largest city unreachable by road making air or boat travel the only ways to reach this Amazon gateway. Most visitors take a 2.5-hour flight from Lima to Iquitos International Airport. Tour companies generally handle airport transfers - with guests noting efficient service. A TourRadar traveler shared: "Everything was great from the pick up and drop off to the hotel." Plan to arrive before 8:00 AM to align with standard lodge departure schedules.

• What activities are typically included in the first day of tours starting in Iquitos?

  The first day begins with airport pickup followed by a boat journey on the Amazon River. Most itineraries include a stop at Monkey Island where visitors can see various primate species up close. Guests often arrive at accommodations like Maniti Eco-Lodge or Ceiba Tops for welcome drinks. Afternoon programs typically feature walks to learn about medicinal plants followed by night excursions to spot nocturnal wildlife such as caimans spiders and frogs.

• What wildlife can typically be seen on Iquitos Amazon tours?

  The Amazon around Iquitos offers rich wildlife viewing opportunities. Visitors regularly spot pink and grey river dolphins numerous monkey species (including capuchin squirrel and howler monkeys) sloths caimans and piranhas. Bird enthusiasts can observe hundreds of species like hoatzins toucans and macaws. Monkey Island just 15 minutes from Maniti Lodge provides close encounters with several primate species. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "Our guide Segundo was so knowledgeable about every plant mushroom or animal we saw making wildlife spotting incredibly rewarding."

• What are the common start points for tours within Iquitos?

  Tours typically depart from Iquitos International Airport or city hotels with transfers to main departure points. The Port of Nanay (Bellavista) where the Rio Nanay meets the Amazon River serves as a key embarkation spot. For river cruises the port town of Nauta located 95km from Iquitos is another major starting point. A TourRadar traveler described: "We were picked up on time in the morning by our guide walked through the busy market of vendors to get to the boat and felt like real explorers going on an adventure."

• What meals are included in Iquitos Amazon tours?

  Tours generally provide three daily meals showcasing local Amazonian cuisine. The menu features river fish tropical fruits and traditional Peruvian dishes. Lodges accommodate dietary restrictions including vegetarian and vegan preferences when notified ahead of time. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The food was delicious and there was always more than plenty for all the guests at the lodge."

• What's the best time of year to take an Amazon tour from Iquitos?

  The Amazon experience varies by season with distinct advantages throughout the year. Dry season (June to November) provides better hiking conditions and concentrates wildlife along waterways. Wet season (December to May) raises water levels allowing boat access to remote jungle areas and different wildlife viewing opportunities. Booking trends show August and September as peak months while May through July remain consistently popular due to favorable weather patterns.