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5-day Iquitos Amazon tour
5-day Iquitos Amazon tour
from: $ 680.00
Experience the magic of the jungle on this 5-day Iquitos Amazon tour. Stay in a beautiful, cozy eco-lodge, meet local communities, spot rare wildlife, and enjoy canoe trips, full-day expeditions, and peaceful hammock time. A perfect blend of discovery, relaxation, and connection with nature.
09:00-09:30
Pick-up time
5
Duration in days
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5-day Iquitos Amazon tour trip details
The 5-day Iquitos Amazon tour itinerary
Day 1 – Welcome and first Amazon jungle experience
Morning
- Pick-up from hotel or airport in Iquitos
- Travel by road and river to Muyuna Lodge (approx. 3 hours total)
Afternoon
- Lunch at the lodge
- Meet the pygmy marmoset and explore the botanical garden
Evening
- Dinner
- Night boat trip to spot caimans and nocturnal animals
Day 2 – River wildlife and jungle nightlife
Morning
- Breakfast
- Swim in the Amazon River and watch pink and gray dolphins
- Observe Victoria Regia lilies and iguanas
Afternoon
- Lunch
- Piranha fishing and sunset at Lake Sapote
Evening
- Dinner
- Night walk to find tarantulas and frogs
Day 3 – Culture and canoe ride at night
Morning
- Early birdwatching
- Breakfast
- Boat excursion to nearby lakes and jungle streams
Afternoon
- Visit San Juan de Yanayacu village and meet local families
- Lunch and observation of the Hoatzin bird in swamps
Evening
- Dinner
- Quiet canoe ride under the stars to listen to jungle sounds
Day 4 – Full Iquitos Amazon jungle exploration
Morning
- Breakfast
- Full-day expedition deeper into the jungle
Afternoon
- Picnic lunch in the jungle
- Wildlife observation: monkeys, sloths, birds, insects
Evening
- Dinner
- Free evening for stargazing or chatting at the lodge bar
Day 5 – Last day in the Amazon
Morning
- Breakfast
- Final boat excursion to a nearby lake
- Relax in hammocks or go for a last swim
Afternoon
- Lunch
- Depart from Muyuna Lodge at 1:00 pm
- Arrival in Iquitos around 4:00 pm (airport or hotel drop-off)
Accommodations for 5-day Iquitos Amazon tour
Lodge inside
Lodge outside
Food
Included on the 5-day Iquitos Amazon tour trip
- Pick-up and drop-off from Iquitos airport or hotel
- Transport by land and boat to Muyuna Lodge
- All meals: 4 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners
- Private cabin with hot water, hammock, and river or jungle view
- Daily guided excursions by foot, boat, and canoe
- Night excursions to observe nocturnal wildlife
- Full-day jungle exploration with picnic lunch
- Visit to San Juan de Yanayacu village
- Birdwatching, piranha fishing, and pink dolphin watching
- Use of kayaks, canoes, paddleboards
- Rain boots and refillable water bottle
- 24/7 tea, coffee, and fruit station
- Solar-powered electricity for charging devices
- Eco-friendly amenities and towels
- First aid kit (includes antivenom)
Excluded on the 5-day Iquitos Amazon tour trip
- Flights to/from Iquitos
- Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages
- Tips for guides and staff (optional)
- Extra nights in Iquitos before/after the tour
- Personal expenses or purchases at the village
- Travel and medical insurance
What to bring on 5-day Iquitos Amazon tour
- Passport in a waterproof bag
- Light long-sleeve shirts and loose long pants
- Swimsuit and towel
- Rain poncho or waterproof jacket
- Sandals and closed shoes for boat trips
- Several pairs of socks and light layers
- Sun hat, sunglasses, and eco-friendly sunscreen
- Insect repellent with 25% DEET or more
- Small daypack for excursions
- Flashlight or headlamp
- Camera, batteries, and power bank
- Personal medications and mini first aid kit
- Reusable water bottle (one also provided at the lodge)
- Cash in soles for tips or souvenirs
- A good book to enjoy from your hammock
Description of 5-day Iquitos Amazon tour
The 5-day Iquitos Amazon tour is designed for travelers who want to go deeper into the Amazon rainforest. It combines adventure, relaxation, and cultural connection in one journey. Based at the eco-friendly Muyuna Lodge, this tour allows you to explore the wonders of the Amazon while also finding moments of relaxation.
This tour includes exciting jungle walks, wildlife encounters, canoe trips, and even a full-day expedition to a remote location upstream. You’ll meet local communities, observe unique animals, and enjoy quiet time reading in a hammock or stargazing at night. With small group excursions, cozy cabins, and a sustainable philosophy, this 5-day Iquitos Amazon tour is a perfect mix of nature, comfort, and mindfulness.
Included activities on the 5-day Iquitos Amazon tour
- Boat journey on the Amazon and Yanayacu Rivers
- Observation of pink and gray dolphins
- Swim in the Amazon River
- Birdwatching at sunrise
- Jungle walks and canoe trips (day and night)
- Botanical garden tour and composting experience
- Piranha fishing
- Visit to San Juan de Yanayacu village
- Wildlife spotting: monkeys, sloths, iguanas, tarantulas, frogs, birds
- Observation of Victoria Regia and the Hoatzin bird
- Kayaking and paddleboarding
- Full-day jungle expedition with picnic lunch
- Relaxing time in hammocks or swimming in the river
Facts about Iquitos Amazon
- Muyuna Lodge is only accessible by boat, about 140 km from Iquitos
- The area is so remote that most animals are seen in their natural habitat
- The river rises and falls up to 6 meters between seasons
- The pygmy marmoset (leoncito) lives here and is the smallest monkey in the world
- Muyuna is powered by solar energy and supports local families and traditions
- At night, the Milky Way is clearly visible from the lodge’s open spaces
The 5-day Iquitos Amazon tour is a journey into nature, peace, and discovery. Whether you’re spotting animals, floating in a canoe, or relaxing with a book in your hammock, every moment let’s you experience the heart of the Amazon. Come explore, unwind, and feel the magic of the jungle.