Yanayacu Program

4 DÍAS 3 NOCHES

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Touring our Amazon in two ecosystems (Amazon River Basin, and Yanayacu River Basin), get to know the Amazon jungle, customs and daily activities, experiencing the river, the flora and fauna and the natural environment on which the people of the Amazon depend to live.

Departure in the morning and reception at your hotel and/or airport at 9.30 am. A brief description of our beautiful island and its main attractions and transfer to the “Bellavista Nanay” tourist pier. Stopping to observe the union of the Amazon and Nanay Rivers. In this place you can see how both rivers do not mix uniformly, giving an image similar to “Café con Leche”. To begin the trip to our Lodge, located 1 hour and 40 minutes downstream, observing its different towns along the great powerful Amazon River, considered one of the 7 natural wonders of the world, aboard comfortable and safe boats. Upon arrival at our Lodge, assignment of private cabins and tour of the facilities. In the afternoon you will undertake an ethnobotanical excursion where you will be able to learn about medicinal plants, very particular species of the plant kingdom such as Cat's Claw, Cana Agria, Copaiba, Aguaje and even the so-called “dead man's rope” or ayahuasca, etc. Typical self-service lunch. In the afternoon, tours along the Amazon River and enjoying the beautiful landscapes and continuing our trip to test our skills in piranha fishing, the way the locals do it, and the possibility of seeing freshwater dolphins (Pink and Gray), in their natural state, it is necessary to be patient and attentive to spot them, depending on the weather we can enjoy a picturesque scene, observing a beautiful sunset. Night walk to observe nature, insects, batrachians, tarantulas, etc. Dinner. Stories and myths of the jungle. Night at CABAÑA AMAZON LODGE.

During the early hours of the morning (sunrise) 5:00 am is the appropriate time to observe many of the species of birds that feed on the banks of the river. Your guide will indicate the exact time at which you will carry out this activity to observe the sunrise over the Amazon River. After breakfast we continue our trip to visit a native Yagua group to learn about their customs, typical clothing, dialect, and way of life. Demonstration with the blowgun (pucuna), which is a useful instrument for hunting, which they have the privilege of using and participating in their typical welcome dances. Lunch in a lodge in the middle of the jungle made with local products, including fresh, seasonal fruit juice, we offer a vegetarian option, special diets can be entertained with prior notice. In the afternoon we visited a peasant community to learn about a local medicinal plant project, the mill where you will learn the entire process of sugar cane, liquor and exotic jungle drinks. Depending on the weather we can enjoy a picturesque scene, watching a beautiful sunset on the Amazon River. Night walk to observe nature: Insects, batrachians, tarantulas, etc. Dinner, stories and myths of the jungle. Night at CABAÑA AMAZON LODGE

During the early hours of the morning (sunrise) 5:00 am is the appropriate time to observe many of the species of birds that feed on the banks of the river. Your guide will indicate the exact time at which you will carry out this activity to observe the sunrise over the Amazon River. After breakfast we continue our trip. By boat we will continue the course and enter the Rio Yanayacu Communal Reserve, a black water river, this area rich in avian fauna, whose species include exotic birds such as kingfishers, hawks, herons, etc. In its natural state and also to take advantage of hiking in the middle of the jungle and find bromeliads (epiphytic plants) that grow at the top of the trees, but without a doubt it is the giant flora that provokes the greatest admiration, among the trees that exceed 30 meters, prior knowledge will be very beneficial because there are large varieties of medicinal plants in the area. Lunch in a lodge in the middle of the jungle made with local products, including fresh, seasonal fruit juice, we offer a vegetarian option, special diets can be entertained with prior notice. And thus enjoy a full day of a communal reserve. Depending on the weather we can enjoy a picturesque scene, watching a beautiful sunset on the Amazon River. Night walk to observe nature: Insects, batrachians, tarantulas, etc. Dinner, stories and myths of the jungle. Night at CABAÑA AMAZON LODGE

During the early hours of the morning (sunrise), 5:00 am is the appropriate time to observe many of the species of birds that feed on the banks of the river. Your guide will indicate the exact time at which you will carry out this activity to observe the sunrise over the Amazon River. Breakfast in the morning and excursion to the riverside community where we can visit the wildlife project cataloged as “MONKEY ISLAND”. To observe many varieties of wild animals such as: sloth bear, monkeys, achunis, macaws completely free, is an interesting way to learn to value and interact, above all, respect the typical wildlife of our Amazon. After our educational visit, we headed to the lodge for lunch, made with local products. We offer vegetarian options, special diets and can be entertained with prior notice. Return to Iquitos, our staff will coordinate with you the most opportune time when you arrive in Iquitos for your transfer to the hotel. Approximately 5:30 pm. End of our service. The order of some activities may vary due to operational or weather situations.

Transportation: Airport / Hotel / Lodge
3 nights' accommodation at the Lodge. Single, Double, Triple, or Matrimonial rooms available.
All meals at the Lodge: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
English or Spanish speaking guide.
Water, tea, coffee, etc.
Rubber boots provided for excursions.

Tips
Laundry
Drinks at the bar
Beers
Soft drinks
Mineral water

Light cotton pants and polo shirts, and long sleeves.
Bermuda shorts and cotton shorts.
Sun block.
Camera and/or video recorder with rechargeable battery, binoculars, personal flashlight.
Mosquito repellent lotion or cream OFF
Poncho or rain jacket.