7 Days – 6 Nigths
Deep Amazon: 7 Days of Jungle Survival
Spend an entire week out in the jungle. Get up close to nature and test your skills with our experienced guides on this epic tour.
7-Day Amazon Survival Expedition: An extreme, fully immersive challenge. Learn ancestral techniques for shelter, water, fishing, and navigation in a dense and demanding environment. This is an extreme, physically and mentally demanding challenge to learn jungle survival skills.
I am a local guide in the Peruvian Amazon, a former military explorer with 26 years of experience, guaranteeing a unique combination of survival skills, ancestral knowledge, and rigorous safety protocols. I design exclusive expeditions that will allow you to connect with nature authentically and discover the best-kept secrets of our biodiversity.
Itinerary
Day 1: Reception in Iquitos, Canoe Exploration and Caiman Sighting.
- 8:00 am – Expedition Begins: We start with pickup at your hotel or the airport in Iquitos. We will travel by land to the port city of Nauta, the gateway to the deep jungle.
- Navigation to the Heart of the River: In Nauta, we’ll board our boat to the lodge. Along the way, we’ll witness the majestic Meeting of the Waters: the exact point where the Marañón and Ucayali rivers converge to form the mighty Amazon River. Here, keep your camera ready for the first sightings of pink and gray river dolphins.
- Arrival and Amazonian Lunch: After settling into the lodge, we will enjoy our first lunch with fresh local ingredients, surrounded by the sounds of nature.
- Canoe Exploration (Afternoon): We’ll venture into the lagoon systems in traditional wooden boats for a fully immersive experience. In the style of early explorers, we’ll search among the foliage for monkeys, sloths, macaws, and toucans. The small size of the boat allows us to access pristine areas where the wildlife is on full display.
- Sunset and Nightlife: We’ll enjoy a unique sunset over the Amazonian horizon. As night falls, we’ll embark on a search for caimans (both white and black), navigating rivers, lagoons, or lakes. Since caimans are nocturnal predators that come out to feed, your expert guide will teach you to identify their glowing eyes in the water and explain the mysteries of this nocturnal wildlife.
- Dinner and Rest: We end the day with a homemade dinner at the hostel under an unforgettable starry sky, recharging our energy for the next day of adventure.
Day 2: Jungle Immersion - Survival, Pink Dolphins and Night Hike.
- Breakfast: Conquering the Virgin Rainforest: After an energizing breakfast, we’ll venture deep into the rainforest for a total immersion expedition. Here, nature dictates the rules.
- Jungle Wisdom: You will learn to “read” the forest like a native tracker. You will identify healing plants and those that protect; you will learn the secrets of trees to alert you to your presence and what vegetation to use as a shield against the jaguar.
- Giant Trees of the Amazon: We will cross trails guarded by the imposing Lupuna, the titan of the jungle, while tracking the movement of monkeys, snakes and exotic birds in the treetops.
- Extreme Survival Training: Test your instincts with a hands-on survival workshop led by our expert guides:
- Vital Resources: Master the art of extracting water from vines, collecting wild fruits, and navigating the green maze without a compass.
- High-Altitude Action: Defy gravity by swinging on the vines of “Tarzan,” a test of strength and skill amidst the most biodiverse ecosystem on the planet.
- Hunting and Gathering: Like a true jungle inhabitant, we will collect chonta and wild mushrooms to integrate them into a rustic and authentic lunch.
- Afternoon: Wild Encounter and Renewal in the Mud.
- Swim with Pink Dolphins: We’ll jump into the waters of the Amazon River for a face-to-face encounter with the legendary pink dolphins. You’ll feel the energy of these alpha predators as you swim in their territory—an experience of absolute respect for wildlife.
- Warrior Treatment (Natural Spa): We’ll head to the banks of a tributary river for a volcanic mud bath. Cover your body in mineral sediments charged with jungle energy to protect and renew your skin after the jungle battle.
- Night: Expedition in Total Darkness: When the sun sets, the predators awaken. Equipped with flashlights, we’ll embark on a night hike to confront the sounds and shadows of the jungle. It’s time to spot giant insects, fluorescent amphibians, and feel the adrenaline rush of being a guest in the realm of the night.
Day 3: Birdwatching/Monkey Island/Piranha Fishing.
- Birdwatching.For the early birds who like it, an early canoe trip allows to enjoy the sunrise before breakfast, macaws, toucans, shansho, the harpy eagle, and camungo are just some of the birds you are likely to see, the view is spectacular! watch in awe as flocks of winged warblers fill the rainforest in search of food.Peru has the largest number of bird species in the world and this is the best place to see them at Pacaya Samiria National Reserve.
- Monkey island.Before a good morning breakfast, guests have the opportunity to visit the monkey island and interact with them by feeding them with fruits that we will bring for them, this species of monkey has been rescued from illegal loggers and has been released in this protected area of the village, here we can play with the monkeys.
- Breakfast and Piranha Fishing.Get ready to fish for the infamous piranha in the dark tributaries of the Amazon,they are known for their sharp teeth and their insatiable and aggressive appetite for meat, which has given them a certain prominence in popular culture, both in film, literature, and television.
- After lunch we will enjoy a canoe ride to visit a lake,on the way, we will see species of monkeys, macaws, toucans and sloths in the canopy, we’ll stop by to see the famous Victoria Regia, or the Amazon Orchid.This Giant Water Lilies has white flowers that change to pink the next day. It is an imposing swamp plant that can grow up to 3 meters in diameter! It is known for its huge circular leaf that is a symbol of strength and magnitude.
- Dinner and sleep listening to the symphony of the nocturnal animals.
Day 4: Outdoor camping, Wilderness expedition and Bow and arrow fishing.
- Amazon Wild Expedition: The deep jungle awaits! After an early breakfast, we’ll navigate the Amazonian rivers to a remote lagoon where we’ll camp. You’ll learn basic survival skills, how to hike in virgin rainforest, and the art of spearfishing. End the day connecting with nature: fish for your dinner and cook it over an authentic campfire in the heart of the Amazon.
- Venture deep into the jungle for a second wildlife-watching hike, where you’ll learn essential survival techniques from expert guides. With a bit of luck, we might spot majestic anacondas and other fascinating species. It will also be the perfect opportunity to uncover the secrets of the jungle and ask your guide insightful questions about their most intense experiences in this untamed environment.
- Boas and Anacondas: Delve into the mystery of the jungle after dark! Embark on a nighttime canoe expedition to spot the magnificent Amazonian wildlife. Our goal: to locate boa constrictors and anacondas in their natural habitat. With the help of an expert guide, you’ll have the unique opportunity to observe these fascinating creatures up close.
- Bow and arrow fishing: Experience the jungle like a true Amazonian inhabitant with our nighttime harpoon fishing expedition. Under the starlight, you’ll learn to master this ancient tool, testing your accuracy and visual acuity.
- With expert guidance, you will discover the secrets of fish behavior, identifying their resting places to ensure effective and exciting fishing in the heart of the night.
Day 5: Amazonian trails in search of jaguars, anacondas and howler monkeys.
- The jungle reveals its secrets: The second day immerses us deep in the forest, where you’ll learn to survive and live in harmony with nature. Listen to the symphony of howler monkeys and spot the agile species of the area among the trees. We’ll hike along trails teeming with insects and reptiles until we reach the oxbow lakes, those hidden mirrors of water where wildlife congregates. With a bit of luck, the jungle will reward us with the most exciting encounter: the jaguar, the mythical black panther, or the elusive tapir. Are you ready for the challenge?
- Lunch in the Heart of the Jungle: We’ll pause for an immersive picnic beneath the majestic emerald canopy of the rainforest. Savor your meal surrounded by a natural symphony, where the exotic songs of birds and the vibrant sounds of wildlife become the soundtrack to your adventure.
- Total Immersion in the Amazonian Night! Dare to walk through the jungle after dark? Join our nighttime hike to the clay licks, authentic meeting places for wildlife. Equipped with flashlights and guided by the sounds of the jungle, we’ll become explorers in search of the great Amazonian mammals.
- This is our great opportunity to spot the majestic tapir, the ferocious peccary, the elusive jaguar, and many other animals in their natural habitat as they feed on the nutrients in the clay. An intense and unforgettable adventure in the darkness of the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve!
Day 6: Break camp, return to the Lodge and Victoria Regias.
- We’ll get up early for breakfast and pack up camp to return to the lodge. Along the way, we’ll see more monkeys, macaws, toucans, and other wildlife.
- We will rest at our hostel.
- Afternoon: Victoria Regia: To observe these beautiful aquatic plants, we visit the Amazonian lakes where they grow and reproduce. The Victoria amazonica (or Victoria regia), emblematic of the Peruvian Amazon, is the largest water lily in the world. It is distinguished by its enormous circular leaves, up to 3 meters in diameter, with raised edges capable of supporting up to 40 kg, and white or pink flowers of 40 cm that open only at night.
- Nighttime activity: If you’d like to see even more, join our alligator-watching excursion on the river. We’ll also be looking for giant frogs, poison dart frogs, and tarantulas.
Day 7: Monkey Island and Visit to a Native Community.
- Visit to Monkey Island: Before breakfast, we’ll visit a sanctuary dedicated to the rescue and release of primates. Here you can interact with monkeys that were rescued from illegal logging and now live in a protected area. It’s a unique opportunity to observe their behavior up close and support them by feeding them seasonal fruit.
- Visit a Native Community: Immerse yourself in the heart of the Amazon with a visit to a native community, where you can observe life along the riverbanks firsthand. Discover their construction techniques, visit schools and churches, and learn about their ancestral fishing and farming methods. Interact with the warm local people, experiencing their customs and traditions. You’ll also have the unique opportunity to purchase handicrafts made from natural materials, sharing in the joy of their culture.
- Lunch and Conservation Talk: We’ll enjoy our last lunch in the heart of the Amazon. Afterward, the guides will share an educational talk about the challenges facing the Peruvian rainforest. We’ll learn how your visit and ecotourism represent a vital alternative to mining and logging, directly benefiting local communities.
- Transfer and Farewell in Iquitos: We will begin the return journey combining boat and minivan transport. The tour ends with a transfer directly to your hotel in Iquitos or to the airport.
- Reminder: Don’t forget to provide us with your flight details in advance so we can coordinate your departure transfer on time.
- Transfers: Pick-up at Iquitos airport (IQT) and transfer by minivan and boat to the Lodge.
- Accommodation: 6 nights in Lodge with private rooms, showers, toilets and mosquito nets.
- Food: Full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner) with drinking water included.
- Vegetarian meals available upon request.
- Activities: Guided excursions according to the itinerary (jungle, river, wildlife, camping, survival) in English or Spanish.
- The activities are flexible and we can schedule them according to your personal interests.
- Activities may vary depending on the weather in the jungle.
- Reservation Requirement: Please provide your flight number and time to coordinate the transfer.
- Long & short pants
- Long sleeves in light colors
- Camera & extra batteries
- Mosquito repellent
- Sunscreen
- Swimsuit
- Hat
- Water bottle
- Extra cash to buy handicrafts
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