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Amazon Cruise: Arapaima - 7D Itinerary
Tour to Iquitos - Leticia - Tabatinga - Iquitos (7 days / 6 nights )
Tour Highlights
- Camucheros
- Caballo Cocha
- Tabatinga
- Leticia
- Pebas
- Palometa
Trip Style
- Adventure
- Nature
Physical Difficulty
- 2-Moderate
- Peru Tour package to the Amazon
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Iquitos, Peru’s largest jungle settlement and capital of the Loreto Region, boasts a rich and interesting history and a population of friendly locals. Situated on the banks of the Amazon River, with no access except by boat or plane, it is the gateway for Amazon tours into jungle.
Once in Iquitos, you’ll begin a mystical journey into the deep reaches of the Amazon. An uncountable number of species of birds, insects, butterflies, monkeys, and other creatures make the jungle their home. During your cruise, you’ll be able to experience the incredible diversity of this ecological paradise.
The recently constructed Arapaima cruise ship includes 15 comfortable cabins with 1 luxury suite room and 14 double guest rooms. All rooms come with air-conditioning, a sitting area and mini-bar. Guests can enjoy the spacious common area or enjoy a delicious Peruvian meal in the ship’s lovely dining room.
Note: The Arapaima Cruise is currently only available for 2013. Contact one of our travel advisors for more information on prices and availability.
Day 1 : Arrival to Iquitos & Cruise Launch
Day 2 : Palometa & Pebas
Day 3 : Caballo Cocha
Day 4 : Leticia & Tabatinga
Day 6 : Pebas
Day 7 : Return to Iquitos & Disembark
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Day 1 : Arrival to Iquitos & Cruise Launch
- Upon arrival to Iquitos, you will be met at the airport by a Peru For Less representative and taken to your comfortable cruise ship, the Arapaima. After settling into your cabin, the ship will start sailing along the majestic Amazon River while you receive an orientation and security briefing from the ship’s crew and naturalist guides.
- Admire your wonderful surroundings as you enjoy a delicious lunch before setting off on your first land excursion. In the afternoon, you will visit a local sugarcane factory, known as “cachaza”.
- As the sun sets, you will board a motor canoe and sail downstream to the mouth of the Napo River to see if you can spot exotic wildlife. You’re likely to see herons, the famous and endangered pink river dolphin, and many other bird species.
- You will then return to your boat in the evening to enjoy dinner and a quiet evening.
Day 2 : Palometa & Pebas
- When you wake up, your vessel will already be tied up at the mouth of the Palometa creek near the village of Pebas, your destination for the day. You will begin the day with a bird-watching excursion, traveling by canoe to a nearby black water lake where your naturalist guide will point out exotic wildlife.
- After breakfast, you will visit the small Bora or Wuitoto native community where you will have a chance to observe and learn about their way of life and traditions.
- After lunch back on the Arapaima, you will disembark and walk along jungle trails to admire exotic wildlife from the boat’s deck. Keep an eye out for oriole blackbirds, yellow-headed caracaras, squirrel and capuchin monkeys, butterflies, and many more species.
- You will return to your vessel for dinner and set off on a night boat excursion to try to spot nocturnal wildlife and observe the sky crowded with stars.
Day 3 : Caballo Cocha
- Rise up at dawn for an early morning rainforest expedition along the banks of the Amazon River. You will then return to your ship to enjoy breakfast while you sail downstream and take in your beautiful surroundings. You will then visit a typical Amazon jungle village at Paranaquiro before rejoining the Arapaima, which will continue its journey down the river while you enjoy a delicious lunch.
- In the afternoon, you will arrive at the Caballo Cocha Lake and sail up the narrow channel. You’ll see countless exotic species, including pink and grey dolphins swimming in the black water. Later on, the ship will tie up at the Caballo Cocha village, where you’ll have the opportunity to go on a piranha fishing trip with your guide.
- After dinner back on the Arapaima, your guide will take you on a hike to look for alligators and other amazing wildlife. Return to the boat and enjoy a quiet evening aboard your ship.
Day 4 : Leticia & Tabatinga
- During the night, your vessel will continue its journey and you will wake up at Santa Rosa Island on the Amazon. Enjoy breakfast before boarding the motor canoe for the transfer to the tri-border cities of Leticia in Colombia and Tabatinga in Brazil. You will have time to discover the cities at a leisurely pace, shop for souvenirs, and relax, before returning to the boat.
- In the afternoon, you will start the journey back to Iquitos. If time permits, you may have the opportunity to stop at Micos Island on the Colombian side where you can spot many monkeys and giant plants. You will also stop by the Cayaru River to admire more exotic fauna.
- Enjoy dinner and a relaxing evening as your boat sails along the river.
Day 6 : Pebas
- Rise up at dawn for another exciting bird-watching expedition to a nearby black water lake. You will then return to your vessel for breakfast, before setting off for a visit to a Yagua native village.
- After lunch, you’ll enjoy another fishing trip on the Apayacu River, looking for black and red piranhas, as well as arawana, sardine, and zungaro catfish. Enjoy a magical sunset over the rainforest before returning for dinner and your last night aboard the Arapaima.
Day 7 : Return to Iquitos & Disembark
- Today you can sleep in and enjoy a relaxing breakfast before the ship reaches its destination, Iquitos, at mid-morning. You will disembark from the Arapaima and have some time to explore the laid-back jungle town before meeting your transfer to the airport for your journey home or on to your next destination.
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Prices may vary according to the season, availability, and client preferences. Certain transport costs may not be included. Please contact one of our expert travel advisors for more information. | |
Arapaima
The 15 cabin Arapaima cruise ship features all the comforts and conveniences necessary for a perfect Peru Amazon vacation adventure. The tourist liner, which stops in Amazon regions such as Pacaya and the Tapiche River, features 14 rooms, two with large bunk-beds perfect for a family traveling with children, and 12 others with two double-size beds. There is also one suite-like room available for guests looking for a bit more comfort. All rooms come with air-conditioning, a sitting area and mini-bar. Guests are invited to enjoy the common lounge area. Meals (buffet-style) are served in the lovely dining room that features light-colored wooden dining sets.
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- 5 nights aboard the Arapaima
- Guided visits with English-speaking tour guides
- All transfers and entrance fees
- All meals on the cruise
Note: The Arapaima Cruise is currently only available for 2013. Contact one of our travel advisors for more information on prices and availability.
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