The Peruvian Amazon is one of the most biodiverse regions on Earth. While exploring the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, guests often spot pink river dolphins, monkeys, sloths, and colorful birds such as macaws. Wildlife sightings vary by season, but every excursion offers opportunities to observe animals in their natural habitat.

Our naturalist guides speak English and Spanish and accompany guests during all excursions and onboard presentations. They are from the Amazon region and have extensive knowledge of the rainforest’s wildlife, ecosystems, and local cultures, helping guests better understand the Amazon throughout the journey.

Yes, in certain areas and under safe conditions. During some itineraries, guests have the opportunity to swim in the Amazon River in locations carefully selected by our guides, where currents and wildlife conditions are suitable. It’s a unique experience that allows our guests to connect more closely with the river and its environment.

Yes. Night excursions are included and offer a completely different perspective of the rainforest. With the help of our guides, guests may spot nocturnal wildlife such as caimans, frogs, insects, and night birds along the riverbanks.

Yes. Visiting local communities is an important part of the experience. These encounters allow guests to learn about daily life in the Amazon and the traditions of the people who have lived along the river for generations.

Travelling on the skiffs does not require physical effort. However, walks during our outings do require moderate effort.

Each evening following dinner, our guides will explain everything about the next day’s outings.
In general, we’ll navigate through the Amazon River or one of its tributaries during night time and dawn, to be ready for our next adventure early in the morning.

Outings take place three times a day, before breakfast, after breakfast and after lunch.

Zafiro
Breakfast and lunch are served buffet-style, while dinner is a five-course experience that combines international cuisine with regional ingredients such as river fish, tropical fruits, and local products.

La Perla & Amatista
On La Perla and Amatista, meals are served buffet-style and feature a variety of international dishes alongside flavors inspired by the Amazon. Fresh local ingredients and regional specialties are part of the daily menu.

The Amazon River maintains a relatively stable temperature throughout the year due to the tropical climate of the Peruvian Amazon. Water temperatures usually range between 25°C and 30°C (77°F–86°F), which many guests find comfortable for swimming during selected activities.

Mosquitoes are part of the Amazon ecosystem, but they are usually manageable. Bringing insect repellent and lightweight long sleeves for excursions is recommended.

To ensure maximum safety and comfort for all our guests.

Zafiro: 2 adults and 1 child in each suite, up to 4 guests in our Zafiro Suite.
La Perla: 2 adults in our Standard cabins, 2 adults in our Amazon View cabins and 3 in our Upper cabins.
Amatista: 2 adults in each cabin.

• The number of guests on board varies depending on the vessel, allowing for an intimate exploration of the Peruvian Amazon.

Zafiro: up to 40 guests.

La Perla: up to 30 guests.

Amatista: up to 29 guests.

Each cruise operates with a dedicated expedition team and naturalist guides to ensure a personalized experience during excursions and activities.

Yes, at Jungle Experiences all our suites and cabins have exterior views, being this an essential part of the experience and giving you the opportunity to connect deeper with nature.

On Zafiro cruise, the first deck offers all its suites with panoramic views, from the floor to the ceiling, and the second deck offers all its suites with private balcony.

On La Perla cruise, we have cabins of different sizes on the 3 bridges: Upper, Amazon view and Standard.

On Amatista cruise, the cabins dimensions and characteristics are the same in both decks.

All cabins and suites have a safe for the use of our guests.

Our cruises depart from the city of Iquitos or from Nauta, where we have a private port. Nauta is located approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes by road from Iquitos.

International flights arrive in Lima, the capital of Peru. From there, a domestic flight of approximately 2 hours is taken to Iquitos, the starting point of the expedition.

Zafiro
7 nights – Saturday to Saturday
4 nights – Saturday to Wednesday
3 nights – Wednesday to Saturday

La Perla
3 nights – Sunday to Wednesday
3 nights – Wednesday to Saturday
6 nights – Sunday to Saturday

Amatista
3 nights – Sunday to Wednesday
3 nights – Wednesday to Saturday
6 nights – Sunday to Saturday

A minimum number of passengers is not necessary; all our departures will take place on the scheduled date.

Includes:

• 1 night at the DoubleTree by Hilton Iquitos *
• All meals from lunch on the day of arrival through breakfast on the day of departure.
• All outings with naturalist guides (boots and rain ponchos included)
• Lectures and entertainment aboard
• Transport from and to the airport, on the recommended flights schedules
• Entry fees to the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve
• Fresh juices, soda drinks, infusions and water
• National alcoholic beverages during the meals
• Welcome drink

Doesn’t include:
Air tickets, international alcoholic beverages, laundry service, boutique shopping and tips.

Includes:

• Meals at La Perla are included from lunch on the day of your arrival to breakfast on the day of your departure
• All outings with naturalist guides (boots and rain ponchos included)
• Lectures onboard
• Transport from and to the airport, on recommended flight schedules
• Entry fees to the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve

Beverages: Fresh juices, soda drinks, infusions and water

Doesn’t include:
Air tickets, national and international alcoholic beverages, laundry services and tips.

Includes:

• Meals at Amatista are included from breakfast on the day of your arrival to breakfast on the day of your departure.
• All outings with naturalist guides (boots and rain ponchos included)
• Conferences aboard
• Transport from and to the airport, on recommended flight schedules
• Entry fees to the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve
• Beverages: Fresh juices, soda drinks, infusions and waterDoesn’t include:
  Air tickets, national and international alcoholic beverages, laundry services and tips.

The documentation about the cruise you chose (user guide) will be sent once the final prepayment has been made. We recommend checking our terms and conditions before your departure.

Jungle Experiences strongly recommends that guests purchase international travel insurance before their trip.

Health insurance
Although a paramedic is available on board and the treatment of minor injuries or discomforts (such as bruises, small cuts, headaches, fever, or stomachaches) is included during the cruise, guests should have personal health insurance in case of more serious medical situations. If necessary, Jungle Experiences will assist in transferring guests to the nearest health center for treatment covered by their insurance.

Travel cancellation insurance
We also recommend purchasing travel insurance that covers unexpected situations such as baggage loss, flight disruptions, or other non-refundable travel expenses. Please note that booking fees are non-refundable, and flight delays or cancellations that cause passengers to miss the cruise departure are beyond our control.

Force majeure situations
In the event that Jungle Experiences is unable to operate a cruise due to force majeure, we reserve the right to transfer guests to another vessel. If this alternative is not accepted, Jungle Experiences reserves the right to cancel the trip and refund the unused portion of the cruise or offer a future cruise credit.

• We recommend all our guests to bring the following:
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Long and light trousers
• Long sleeve, fresh and light shirts
• Hat
• Sunscreen
• Mosquito repellent containing DEET
• Photo camera with charger and spare batteries

Jungle Experiences includes in its offered services rubber boots for the outings in the wetlands and in the mud. All our suites and cabins have hair dryers.

Additionally, if our guests would like to offer small gifts to the local people from the communities, we recommend bringing clothes, pens, colored pens, paper and those kinds of useful things which will be greatly appreciated.

Jungle Experiences has no limit for number of bags; however, it is important to take into account that all luggage will remain in the guest’s cabin or suite. The staff at Jungle Experiences will be available at the airport and at the port to assist with suitcases.

We accept cash in soles, US dollars and euros. We also accept payments with credit cards.

• Tipping is at the passenger’s voluntary will, however, we recommend:

On Zafiro cruise: A tip amount of USD 60 per passenger per night for the crew (which will be divided among all crew members) and a tip amount of USD 40 per passenger per night for the guides.

On Amatista and La Perla cruises: A tip amount of USD 30 per passenger per night for the crew (which will be divided among all crew members) and a tip amount of USD 20 per passenger per night for the guides.

• Safety is a top priority on all Jungle Experiences cruises. At the beginning of each voyage, guests participate in a mandatory safety drill led by the captain and crew.During this drill, passengers learn where to find their life jackets and identify the evacuation areas in case of an emergency.

All vessels are equipped with safety systems including:

• Life jackets in cabins and excursion boats.
• Fire hoses, smoke detectors, and fire extinguishers.
• An onboard paramedic and first aid equipment.

For additional safety during excursions and navigation, guests are advised to hold the stair railings when moving around the vessel and to follow the guide’s instructions when boarding or leaving the skiffs.

The Cruise Director and crew are available at all times to assist guests and answer any questions regarding onboard safety procedures.

There are no vaccine requirements to visit Iquitos and Pacaya Samiria.

Yes, we offer Wi-Fi on the third deck of the boat.

Yes, this can be a memorable experience for the whole family.

Jungle Experiences recommends this trip for children over seven years old.

All our cruises have suites/cabins ideal for families:

Zafiro
Offers 4 interconnected suites.

La Perla
Has 2 triple cabins. Additionally, it has a cabin with a small room inside, ideal for a child.

Amatista
Offers 1 triple cabin.

Our naturalist guides are very friendly with children and they will help them explore the Peruvian Amazon in all its dimensions. Our entire crew will take good care of your family aboard.

In the Peruvian Amazon, we have two seasons, depending on the river volume:

High water season (rainy season): from December to May
This time of the year is marked by rain and storm. During these months, most of the plants flourish or bear fruit, creating amazing colors in the Amazonia.

Birds and primates feel attracted by this scenery and you can see them on the banks of the river. This season is a little bit colder and humid as it receives more than half (60%) of its annual total rain. The average temperature is 86°F (30°C).

Low water season (dry season): From June to November
This time of the year, the climate is drier and the low levels of water attract creatures which you can barely see during the rainy season. The river flow reduces, revealing surprising sand beaches. An ideal moment to take a walk through the forest and discover the Amazonian flora and fauna.
On the other hand, the low water season is warmer, with an average temperature of 98°F (37°C).

Cruising through the Amazon in any of both seasons promises great opportunities to observe andphotograph the wonderful and unique vegetation and wildlife.

During the high-water season, outings in our skiffs allow us to explore the river tributaries in a much deeper way, offering us the opportunity to watch, from a short distance, the existing flora and fauna in the area.

During the low water season, being the river level low, it is an ideal time to explore the jungle through outings by foot which allow you to encounter animals and plants in their natural habitat.Moreover, it is worth mentioning to all our guests that each visit is a unique and an unforgettable experience, as they will be exploring the heart of nature in a region where nature is alive and in constant movement.

Taking care of the Amazon is one of our top priorities. Jungle Experiences actively supports initiatives that promote conservation, environmental education, and the well-being of local communities.

Conservation Partnerships

CREA – Amazon Rescue Center
Supports the rescue, rehabilitation, and release of Amazonian manatees that are victims of illegal wildlife trafficking.

Amazon Forever
Works to protect the Amazon ecosystem through environmental education and conservation of unique habitats such as white-sand forests.

Sustainable Initiatives

Semillas Ancestrales
An environmental education and reforestation initiative that empowers children from Amazonian communities to protect their natural surroundings with pride and a strong sense of belonging.

Responsible Practices
Jungle Experiences also promotes responsible practices across its operations, including:

• Recycling and waste management
  • Use of environmentally friendly products
  • Water and energy conservation
  • Support for local communities through cultural exchanges and local crafts