Expedition Pacaya Samiria

From Iquitos to the largest nature reserve in Peru, the «jungle of many mirrors», so called because of the many calm lakes in which the originally preserved jungle is reflected.

Day 1: from Iquitos to Nauta and Pacaya Samiria

• Reception at the airport in Iquitos.

• Drive on the new country road to the town of Nauta, about 100 km away.

• Two and a half hour boat trip up the Marañón.

• Lunch on the way.

• Entering the Pacaya-Samiria Nature Reserve.

• Tent camp on the banks of the Yanayacu river near the town of Arequipa.

• Short hike to get to know the area.

• Dinner and overnight in camp.

Day 2: Pacaya Samiria National Reserve

• Early morning bird watching.

• Breakfast.

• Ride on the Yanayacu-Pucate river to the «Shansho Cocha» lake.

• Lunch at camp.

• Ride to Yanayaquillo.

• Dinner and overnight in camp.

Day 3: Pacaya Samiria National Reserve

• Breakfast.

• Ride to the «Laguna de Yanta» lake, opportunity for fishing.

• Lunch at camp.

• Eide to the surrounding area.

• Dinner and overnight in camp.

Day 4: Pacaya Samiria National Reserve

• Breakfast.

• Boat trip on the Yanayacu-Pucate river with good opportunities for spotting dolphins and giant river otters.

• Lunch on the river bank.

• Exploration of the area.

• Dinner and overnight in camp.

Day 5: Return to Iquitos

• Breakfast.

• Boat trip on the Marañón to Nauta.

• By car to Iquitos.

• Transfer to airport or hotel.

Note: Changes may be made to improve the various activities, as well as for climatic or organizational reasons.

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Expedition Pacaya-Samiria: Sonnenuntergang

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