Exploring the Amazon

Explore the Peruvian Amazon, meandering along its rivers and waterways by boat or exploring on foot. Your guide will introduce you to the fascinating flora and fauna here, from the tiniest insects to the colourful birdlife.

Area

Peruvian Amazon

Type

Wildlife & Nature

Who

Adults

Older Kids

The Amazon rainforest is one of the most biodiverse habitats on the planet, and is absolutely fascinating to explore. Take your pick from walking trails through the jungle, learning about medicinal uses of plants and how the trees and plants adapt to their environment. Look out for colourful birdlife, lizards and insects, too. The waterways offer a different experience, cruising by boat down the river and looking out for turtles, caimans and even piranhas.

Tours Featuring This Experience

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Family Fun in Peru

Peru offers the perfect introduction to South America for families. There's a diverse selection of activities on offer, family-friendly accommodation, and bucket-list highlights. This fun itinerary combines wildlife, culture and adventure, taking in Peru's Amazon rainforest, tours of the Sacred Valley and the iconic Inca ruins of Machu Picchu.

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Recommended Hotels Nearby

A selection of luxury hotel options in the area, handpicked and recommended by our travel specialists.

Aria Amazon

Sail the waters of the mighty Amazon onboard the 147 ft exclusive Aria Amazon, which offers a first class service and luxurious accommodations.

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Refugio Amazonas

Refugio Amazonas is a 32 bedroom rustic-style property set on the edge of the amazingly bio-diverse Tambopata National Park, making it the perfect base for those looking for a bit of adventure and a taste of life in the Amazon rainforest.

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Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica

Reserva Amazonica is a wonderful rustic eco-lodge with very comfortable accommodation and excellent facilities in a private nature reserve in Peru's southern Amazon near Puerto Maldonado. Superb guided excursions to explore the stunning flora and fauna.

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Delfin III

Cruise along the mighty Amazon River on board the luxurious Delfin III, a modern and elegant vessel which boasts 21 cabins and has all the amenities of a hotel, whilst allowing you to explore untouched corners of Peru's Amazon Rainforest in total comfort.

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Inkaterra Hacienda Concepción

Hacienda Concepción is part of the highly acclaimed Inkaterra hotel collection and is perfectly positioned near Lake Sandoval in the Peruvian Amazon. The lodge provides an authentic yet comfortable jungle experience with fantastic wildlife opportunities.

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Aqua Nera

Experience the Amazon Rainforest in Peru from the comfort of the luxurious Aqua Nera, the newest cruise vessel to operate in these waters. Keep your eyes peeled for wildlife as you explore the rich ecosystem of the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve.

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