Tour La Perla Cruise 4 days and 3 nights in the Amazon
LoretoAbout this tour
- Start: Departure from the airport in the city of Iquitos (time previously arranged).
- Duration: 4 days and 3 nights (departures are on Wednesdays).
- Type of transport: La Perla luxury cruise service.
- Tickets: All entrance tickets included in the tour.
- Tour guide: Professional guide in English or Spanish for each excursion.
- Feeding: 4 breakfasts (1 box breakfast), 3 lunches and 3 dinners.
- Vessel: 4 days and 3 nights in suites on the La Perla cruise ship (with private river views, air conditioning, desks, closets, as well as private bathroom with hot shower).
- Tourist attractions to visit: City Tour Iquitos, Nauta River, Amazon River, Yarapa River, Yacapana Creek, Ucayali River, Vista Alegre Community, Pacaya Samiria Reserve, Piraña Cocha Natural Center, Marañon River, Iquitos City.
- Payment methods: Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Diners Club, PayPal.
- Reservations from 2 people.
- Immediate confirmation.
Description
- Embark on the Amazon River, the largest river in the world and one of the most biodiverse on the planet. The ‘La Perla Cruise 4 days and 3 nights on the Amazon’ tour combines luxury with adventure through a journey on the Amazon, Ucayali, Marañon and more rivers. The cruise has really comfortable double suites, with private river views, air conditioning, desks, closets, as well as private bathrooms with hot showers. The best part of the tour is the excursions to the Amazon rainforest where the traveler will have contact with various species of birds and mammals, such as: monkeys, macaws, sloths, iguanas, manatees, piranha snakes and more. In addition, you will learn about the culture of the original inhabitants of the Amazon rainforest: their history, culture, language, handicrafts, dances and more. The tour is a complete experience as it includes pick up, professional guide, entrance fees, 4 breakfasts (1 box breakfast), 3 lunches and 3 dinners, the appropriate equipment for the excursions and 3 nights of luxury in the best suites of the La Perla cruise ship. Enjoy an unforgettable trip, full of adventure, but in a safe and luxurious way!
This is the experience
- La Perla Cruise 4 days and 3 nights in the Amazon offers an experience close to the natural life in the Peruvian Amazon. The service offers the visit to tourist attractions of the Amazon and its tributaries such as: Nauta River, Amazon River, Yarapa River, Yacapana Creek, Ucayali River, Vista Alegre Community, Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, Piraña Cocha Natural Center, Marañon River, Amazon Forever Center and more. Tourists will have contact with monkeys, parrots, macaws, toads, dolphins, piranhas, spectacled bears, manatees and more. In addition, the entire tour takes place on La Perla, one of the most luxurious cruise ships in the Amazon, which includes: cabins with private river views, air conditioning, desks, closets, as well as private bathroom with hot shower, breakfast, lunch and dinner and more, all within an all-inclusive, comfortable and safe service!
Itinerary
DAY 1:
- The Crucero La Perla 4 days and 3 nights tour starts with the pick up of the tourist from the Iquitos airport on Wednesday. If the visitor arrives earlier and is staying in a hotel, the pick up is scheduled at the door of your hotel in the city of Iquitos.
- On board of a tourist transport we will tour the city of Iquitos, famous for its beautiful riverside landscapes and surrounded by vegetation. The visitor will receive a box breakfast to make the tour without any setback.
- Then we will travel to the port of Nauta, where we will board the luxurious cruise ship La Perla. The crew will welcome you and you will be taken to your cabin by a staff member who will give you an explanation about the interiors of the ship and the itinerary to be followed.
- Once on board La Perla, the visitor will be welcomed with a delicious lunch made with regional ingredients from the Amazon rainforest. The lunch also offers a vegetarian or vegan option, as requested in advance.
- The boat includes 14 square meter suites that include: private river views, air conditioning, desks, closets, as well as a private bathroom with hot shower. The trip begins with a route along the famous Marañon River. Then we visit the Quebrada de Yacapana where we will appreciate beautiful Amazonian landscapes. If we are lucky, we will be able to see some species in their natural habitat.
- At sunset the visitor can enjoy the shared spaces of the ship. You can relax on deck in a hammock appreciating the sunset in the Amazon.
- In the evening you will enjoy a relaxing dinner and the comfort of your cabin in the middle of the Marañon River.
DAY 2:
- The second day before sunrise, the perfect time for bird watching, we will travel by boat to the banks of the Ucayali River where we will enjoy the sunrise and the birds singing in their natural habitat.
- Back on the boat, we will enjoy an exquisite buffet breakfast with a variety of fruits, juices and products made with the best ingredients from the Amazon rainforest.
- Then we will navigate on the Yarapa River, always accompanied by a professional guide, who will show us the various species of animals such as parrots, macaws, toucans, iguanas, sloths and more. This and all excursions are conducted with the utmost safety.
- Once back on the boat, we will enjoy an exquisite lunch prepared by the best chefs in the region. Afterwards, a guide will give us a talk about the culture of the native peoples of the Amazon, some of whom still live in community, far from civilization. Afterwards, we will visit the community of Vista Alegre, where the villagers will explain their customs, language, traditions and dances.
- Again on El Perla, we will enjoy live music on deck, as well as a delicious dinner and, finally, the comfort of our cabins.
DAY 3:
- On the third day we will first enjoy an exquisite buffet breakfast on the boat. Then the trip will introduce us to the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, one of the most biodiverse protected areas in the world.
- On board of a boat, and always with the company of a specialized guide, we will navigate through the feeding waters of the Amazon, in search of animal, bird and reptile species.
- One of the most beautiful areas is the confluence of the Ucayali and Marañon rivers, the exact point in Peru where the majestic Amazon River is born.
- In addition, we will visit the town of Piraña Cocha, where we will be able to see the piranhas, the famous fish species of the Amazon. We will be able to fish and, if we are lucky, see the pink dolphin, one of the most particular and playful species of the Amazon.
- On the way back to the boat we will enjoy a delicious lunch made with jungle ingredients. Then, we will travel overland to the Casual section where we will travel along trails famous for the presence of frogs and snakes. We will also visit some of the largest trees in the Amazon, in an area known as ‘Avatar’.
- Back in La Perla we will enjoy a leisurely dinner and sunset in the Amazon. At the end, the crew will offer a warm farewell together with the guides and crew that accompanied us on our excursions. That night will be the last in our luxurious cabins with beautiful river views.
DAY 4:
- On the last day the visitor will enjoy a delicious breakfast on deck. The Perla will return to the city of Nauta where visitors will disembark and take a City Tour of the city. We will visit the city market, where we will experience typical fruits, natural medicine, handicrafts, typical drinks and more.
- Then we will board a tourist transport to visit the Mammal Rescue and Rehabilitation Center, known as Amazon Forever. There we will learn more about the species of animals rescued and protected from illegal commercialization.
- The visitor will have the opportunity to interact with the manatee, a species of large and heavy mammal in danger of extinction. It is a natural space full of good energy where we will get incredible pictures.
- Finally, aboard a tourist transport, we will transfer you to the Iquitos airport where the tour ends (if you stay more days in Iquitos, we can also transfer you to the door of your hotel in the city).
Includes
- Pick up from the airport in the city of Iquitos.
- Final transfer to Iquitos airport.
- Transfers to the ports, the city of Iquitos (City Tour).
- 4 days and 3 nights on the La Perla Cruise (standard rooms of 14 m2, with private river views, air conditioning, desks, closets, as well as private bathroom with hot shower).
- 4 breakfasts (1 box breakfast), 3 lunches and 3 dinners prepared by the best chefs.
- Excursions to the various tourist attractions of the Amazon (all-inclusive service).
- Professional tour guide service for each excursion.
- Entrance ticket to all tourist attractions.
- Gratuities.
- Souvenirs.
What to bring?
- Clothing suitable for the tropical and humid climate of the city of Iquitos (sneakers, sandals, polo shirt, shorts, skirt, leggings).
- Comfortable hiking shoes.
- Hat (or cap) for sun protection.
- Sun block.
- Personal utensils for nights in cabins.
- Mosquito repellent.
- Sunglasses.
- Poncho in case of rain.
- Passport or identity card.
- Camera.
- Snacks and rehydrating drinks.
- Identity card or passport.
- Adequate backpack.
Where does the tour start and end?
- The tour La Perla Cruise 4 days and 3 nights in the Amazon begins with the pick up of the visitor from the airport in the city of Iquitos. The tour concludes with the transfer of the visitor to the airport in Iquitos. Pick-ups and transfers are previously coordinated by WhatsApp or email.
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.
Group or private services
- The tour is a personalized service on the La Perla luxury cruise ship. To upgrade your cabin to a suite, please contact info@machupicchuterra.com or (+51) 982 108 083.
Frequently questions
What are the La Perla cruise cabins like on the tour?
The tour offers standard rooms of 14 m2, with private river views, air conditioning, desks, closets, as well as private bathroom with hot shower. The visitor can upgrade to a suite cabin by writing to info@machupicchuterra.com.
What are the tourist attractions that are visited on the 4 days and 3 nights La Perla Cruise in the Amazon?
The tour includes visits to tourist attractions in the Amazon and its tributaries such as: the Nauta River, the Amazon River, the Yarapa River, the Yacapana Creek, the Ucayali River, the Vista Alegre Community, the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, the Piraña Cocha nature center, the Marañon River, the Amazon Forever Center and more.
Does La Perla Cruise 4 days and 3 nights in the Amazon include meals?
Yes, the tour includes 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 dinners on the ship La Perla. It also offers a box lunch breakfast on the first day. All meals are prepared by the best chefs who use ingredients from the Amazon region.
Does La Perla Cruise 4 days and 3 nights in the Amazon include a guide?
Yes, the tour includes the company of a specialized tour guide for each excursion in the Amazon.
What day does the La Perla Cruise 4 days and 3 nights in the Amazon start?
The tour starts every Wednesday and ends on Saturdays throughout the year.
How can I make the payment for the tour Crucero La Perla 4 days and 3 nights in the Amazon?
You can pay for the tour on the Machupicchu Terra website (www.machupicchuterra.com). The payment methods are: Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Diners Club or PayPal. All payment methods protect the visitor’s personal data.
Is the Crucero La Perla 4 days and 3 nights tour in the Amazon dangerous?
No, the tour complies with all the safety requirements for the traveler.
Is the 4 days and 3 nights La Perla Cruise tour in the Amazon available all year round?
La Perla Cruise 4 days and 3 nights in the Amazon is available on Wednesdays every year, except Christmas (December 25) and New Year’s Day (January 1).