Tour Amazon Biodiversity in Iquitos half day All Inclusive
About this tour
- Duration: Half day (4 hours and 30 minutes approximately).
- Start: Pick up from the door of your hotel at about 8:45 am.
- Type of transport: Tourist transportation by land and boat through the waters of the Amazon River.
- Tourist attractions to visit: Kukama Native Community, Pilpintuwasi Butterfly Farm and Rescue Center, Amazon River.
- Tour guide: Professional guide in English or Spanish.
- Tickets: All entrance tickets are included in the tour.
- Feeding: Not included.
- Reservations from 2 people.
Description
- Enjoy the great Amazonian biodiversity in the city of Iquitos, in the heart of the Peruvian Amazon. The half-day tour lasts only 4 hours 30 minutes in which the visitor will know a sample of the various species of birds, fish, amphibians, butterflies, monkeys, reptiles, trees and even butterflies. In the Pilpintuwasi butterfly farm, the tourist will have contact with the culture and tradition of an ethnic group that has preserved its customs for centuries. In addition, you will have the opportunity to interact with rescued species such as the jaguar, the parrot, the macaw, the marmoset monkey and many others. There you will be able to take unforgettable pictures. Always with your tour guide, you will learn the rescue, care, and reinsertion of the various Amazonian species. The tour is an all-inclusive service that offers: pick up from the hotel, tourist transportation (transfers and tourist boat), professional guide and entrance fees to all the destinations to visit.
This is the experience
- The tour ‘Amazon Biodiversity in Iquitos half day’ offers an experience full of color, nature and knowledge in the Amazon rainforest of Peru. The visitor will be able to get some of the best postcards of the Amazon River, its tributaries and the thick vegetation that surrounds it. In addition, at the Pilpintuwasi Rescue Center and Butterfly Farm, visitors will experience unforgettable moments when interacting with rescued species, including the jaguar, the macaw, various species of monkeys and, especially, hundreds of species of butterflies. You will learn about the metamorphosis process of these insects. There you will be able to get some of the best pictures of your trip to Peru. Finally, you will be able to share the knowledge and culture of the Amazonian people through the presentation of dances and traditions of the native Kukama community. The tour is a complete and well organized service. It offers hotel pick up, transfers, full tourist transportation, professional guide and the necessary entrance fees for the tour.
Prices
Tour Amazon Biodiversity in Iquitos half day | Price per person | |
|---|---|---|
Foreign | National | |
| Tour Amazon Biodiversity | 85 USD | 50 USD |
Itinerary
- The half day Amazon Biodiversity tour in Iquitos begins with the pick up of the tourist at the door of his hotel in the city of Iquitos, the so-called ‘Isla bonita’ (beautiful island).
- Tourists are picked up around 8:45 a.m. in the morning.
- Then, on board a tourist transport, visitors are transferred to the port of Bellavista Nanay (on the banks of the Nanay River, a few meters away and with views of the majestic Amazon River).
- In the neighborhood of Nanay, visitors can take a small express gastronomic tour through the main food stalls of the market where, according to their requirements, they can enjoy typical jungle food, such as: juane de gallina, tacaco with jerky, suri, grilled alligator, as well as a variety of freshwater fish.
- Visitors will board a tourist boat for a trip through the dark waters of the Nanay River. The route is done by river for about 5 kilometers. At the end you will arrive, very close to the town of Padre Cocha (30 minutes trip) to the Pilpintuwasi Butterfly Rescue Center and Butterfly Farm.
- Once in Pilpintuwasi, the visitor will be able to interact with a diversity of rescued animal species, including: the jaguar, ocelot, tapir, several species of parrots, toucan, different species of monkeys and, of course, hundreds of species of butterflies.
- In addition, in Pilpintuwasi, the visitor will be able to learn more about the different species of trees and flowers. There the tourist will be able to interact, offer food and get unforgettable photos of the various species of mammals and birds.
- As if that were not enough, the tourist will have the opportunity to sponsor one of the animals that are protected in this animal protection center. The result can be seen after an average of 6 years.
- At about eleven o’clock in the morning, the tourist will be visited by the Kukama tribe. This people inhabits the extensive jungle regions of the department of Loreto in Peru (it is estimated that the Kukamas are in total 37 thousand in the Peruvian territory). They will demonstrate to the visitor their dances, original language, customs and handicrafts.
- At the end the tourist will have the opportunity to get nice pictures with the Kukamas. In addition, you can purchase, if you wish, handicrafts made by members of the community.
- Full of energy and knowledge, we will board the tourist boat for the return trip to the port of Bellavista Nanay. There, a tourist transport will take you to the door of your hotel in the city of Iquitos. The half day Amazon Biodiversity tour in Iquitos concludes around 1:00 pm.
Includes
- Pick up from the door of your hotel in the city of Iquitos.
- Transfer to the door of the (at the end of the service).
- Tourist transport in minivan.
- Tourist transportation by boat on the Amazon River and its tributaries.
- Professional tour guide service.
- Entrance ticket to all the tourist attractions that will be visited.
- Gratuities.
- Souvenirs.
What to bring?
- Clothing suitable for the tropical and humid climate of the city of Iquitos, with temperatures of 30ºC. during the day (sneakers, sandals, polo shirt, shorts, skirt, leggings).
- Hat (or cap) for protection from the sun.
- Sun block.
- Mosquito repellent.
- Sunglasses.
- Poncho in case of rain (rains are frequent in January, February and March).
- Passport or identity card.
- Camera.
- Snacks and rehydrating drinks.
- Identity card or passport.
- Adequate backpack.
- Extra cash.
Where does the tour start and end?
- The half day Amazon Biodiversity tour in Iquitos begins with the pick up of the tourist from the door of his hotel in the city of Iquitos – around 8.45 am-.
- The tour ends with the transfer of the visitor also to the same door of his hotel in Iquitos (the tour concludes at 1 pm on average).
How to prevent altitude sickness?
- The city of Iquitos is located 105 meters above sea level, so there are no symptoms of altitude sickness or mountain sickness. However, it is recommended to drink plenty of water because temperatures are high in the Amazon jungle (around 30 degrees Celsius).
Group or private services
- Would you like to take the Amazon Biodiversity Tour in Iquitos half day in private service? Contact info@machupicchuterra.com or (+51) 982 108 083.
Frequently questions
How long is the half day Amazon Biodiversity Tour in Iquitos?
The tour begins with the pick up of the visitor at the door of his hotel in the city of Iquitos at 8.45 am on average. The tour ends with the return of the tourist to the door of his hotel at 1:00 pm on average.
What are the tourist attractions included in the Amazon Biodiversity Tour in Iquitos half day?
The tour includes natural and cultural tourist attractions of Iquitos: the Kukama Native Community, the Rescue Center and the Pilpintuwasi Butterfly Farm, Amazon River.
What animals can I see on the Amazon Biodiversity Tour in Iquitos half day?
The tour includes a visit to the Pilpintuwasi butterfly farm where the tourist will be able to interact with a diversity of rescued animal species including: jaguar, ocelot, tapir, several species of parrots, toucan, different species of monkeys and, of course, hundreds of species of butterflies.
How to cancel the Amazon Biodiversity Tour in Iquitos half day?
You can cancel the Iquitos Half Day Amazon Biodiversity Tour by sending an email to info@machupicchuterra.com. The request is sent with 5 days as last available time. The penalty for cancellation is 25% of the value of the service (refund of 75% of the total value of the service).
How to change the date or the names of the members of the Amazon Biodiversity Tour in Iquitos half day?
You can change the date – or the name of the people who will take the half day Amazon Biodiversity tour in Iquitos – by requesting it via email to info@machupicchuterra.com. The request can be sent with 5 days as the last day of the tour. The penalty for modification is 25% of the value of the service (to be paid through a payment link that you will receive in your email inbox).
How can I pay for the Amazon Biodiversity Tour in Iquitos half day?
Payment for the tour is made through the Machupicchu Terra website (www.machupicchuterra.com). The payment is made of one hundred percent of the tour value. The payment methods are Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Diners Club, or PayPal. All payment methods are completely safe for the user.
What happens if I don’t show up on the day of the Amazon Biodiversity Tour in Iquitos half day?
If the tourist is not on time for pick up on the day of the tour, then the service is considered a ‘No show’ with no refund. In case of any delay, it is recommended to communicate it in a timely manner to info@machupicchuterra.com. Also, you can request changes or cancellations according to Machupicchu Terra’s Terms and Conditions.
What should I bring to the Amazon Biodiversity Tour in Iquitos half day?
If you take the half day Amazon Biodiversity Tour in Iquitos, it is recommended to bring comfortable clothes for the hot and tropical climate of the Amazon rainforest: sandals, shorts, polo shirt, blouse, hat, hat, sunglasses. In addition, it is recommended to use sun block and mosquito repellent. In a simple backpack it is suggested to carry snacks and rehydrating drinks. In the city of Iquitos temperatures are approximately 30ºC. during the day.
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