Bird Watching Tour 5D/4N - Iquitos

Itinerary of the Bird Watching Tour - Iquitos

DAY 1 :

10:00 Lima - Iquitos Airport - City

Una vez que llegues al Aeropuerto Internacional José Secada Vigneta de Iquitos, pasaremos por tí para el traslado al Hotel Victoria Regia, donde disfrutas un rico desayuno, para iniciar la caminata por el boulevard donde harás el primer avistamiento de aves.

The Malecón Tarapacá, on the banks of the Itaya River, is the scene of species such as Lesser Yellow Headed Vulture, Short-crested Flycatcher, Orange-headed Tanager, Yellow-headed Vulture, Purple Gallinule, Black throated Mango, Pale-legged Hornero, Greater, Purple-throated Euphonia.

After enjoying the beautiful walk, you return to the accommodation to enjoy a delicious lunch and in the afternoon observe more birds in the area and finally spend the night at the hotel.

DAY 2 :

4:30 Iquitos -  Allpahuayo-Mishana National Reserve - Iquitos

The second day of the tour you must wake up very early, at 4:30 am, to leave for the Allpahuayo - Mishana Reserve, located in the province of Maynas; a place where 498 species of birds coexist, more than 500 species of butterflies, more than a thousand types of plants, amphibian species, reptiles, mammals and fish. 

Starting at 5:30 a.m., a bird expert guides the tour in part of the more than 57 thousand hectares that make up this area widely known for its white sand forests or "varillales" and those flooded by the dark waters of the Nanay River.

475 types of birds inhabit the place, 6 of them totally new to science and 9 endemic; among them the recently described Perlita de Iquitos or Gnatctacher (Polioptila clementsi), Pearly Antshrike, White-plumed Antbird, White-browed.

In this reserve you spend the whole day and you can also see birds such as Ancient Antwren, Allpahuayo Antbird, Yellow-throated Flycatcher Gray-legged Tinamou (between December to March), Pompadour Cotinga, Mishana Tyrannulet, Zimmer's Antbird, Safron - crested Tyran Manakin, Brown - banded Puffbird, Citron - belied Attila; among a great diversity of mammals and amphibians protected in the place.

Enjoy breakfast and lunch amid natural beauty. It is time to return for dinner and spend the night in the city of Iquitos.

DAY 3 :

Iquitos - Heliconia Lodge

This day you travel to the interior of the jungle, for this you embark at the Port of Iquitos in a fast boat that travels the Amazon River, heading to the Yanamono Communal Reserve; On the way you will see the demarcated line between the Amazon and Nanay Rivers, on one side with brown waters and on the other, almost black. You enjoy the flight of the Large-billed and Yellow-billed Terns; possibly you see the Lesser Yellow-headed Vulture.

You arrive at your new accommodation, Heliconia Amazon River Lodge and on the nearby trails you look for birds such as Brown-chested Martin, Southern Martin, Violaceus trogon, Gray-breasted Martin, Pale-legged Hornero, Warbling antbird, White-eared Jacamar, Buff-throated Woodcreeper and Black-crowned Tityra.

You will also be able to observe species of Manakins, such as Golden-headed Manakin, replaced in southern Amazonia by the Red-headed Manakin, Blue-headed Manakin, Reddish Hermit, Golden-collared Toucanet, Fasciated Antshrike and Short-billed Antwren.

At night you return to the Lodge for dinner and rest.

DAY 4 :

Heliconia Lodge - Quebrada Cáceres - Lodge

At the beginning of the morning you sail to the Cáceres creek (it could be replaced by another creek according to the water level of the river) to spot birds such as Amazonian, antshrike, Amazonian-streaked Antwrent, Amazon Kingfisher, Black Caracara, Black-Collared Hawk, Black Capped Donacobius, Great Egret, Greater Ani, Green Kingfisher, Red Capped Cardinald, Ringed Kingfisher, Plumbeus Antbird, Squirrel Cuckoo, Oriole Blackbird, Wattled Jacana, White-eared Jacamar among other wonderful Amazon species.

This tour allows you magical contact in the middle of wetlands, rivers, jungles and an enchanting scene of fauna and flora, unique in the world.

In the afternoon it is time to board a fast boat to the Napo River, where it is possible to recognize birds at the edge of the waters, including Black - necked Red Cotinga, Swallow-wing, Chestnut - crowned Becard and Orange - eyed Flycatcher. From there you go to a lake to see the Hoatzins, Plum-throated Cotinga, Capped Heron, Black - collared Hawk, among other species.

In the late afternoon you enjoy dinner at the accommodation and a tour around the place to observe species such as the Great Potoo, Common Potoo, Tropical Screech owl, Laadder tailed nightjar, Pauraque and other nocturnal birds.

At night you return to the Lodge to enjoy dinner and rest.

DAY 5 :

Heliconia Lodge - Quebrada Cáceres

This day you visit the southwest of the Yamono Reserve, specifically the Hondo Cocha Lake; If the river level allows it, it will be chosen to do the hike or a canoe ride to identify birds such as Amazon Kingfisher, Cream-colored Woodpecker, Black Fronted Nunbird, Blue Gray Tanager, Roadside Hawk, Yellow Headed Caracara, Chachalaca, White-eared Jacamar, Black Capped Donacobius, Cuvier's Toucan, Yellow Rumped Cacique, Wattled Jacana, Striped Woodcreeper, Band-tailed Manakin, Red Capped Cardinal, Green Kingfisher, Ringed Kingfisher, Black-Collared Hawk, Gilded Barbet, Scarlet-crowned Barbet, Crimson-crested Woodpecker, among other species.

Finally we return to the Lodge for lunch and later return to the accommodation you have chosen in the City of Iquitos or directly to the Airport.

Like birds, let your dreams fly and define the date when you will live an unforgettable 5-day experience exploring the biodiversity and beauty of the Peruvian Amazon.

Note: Activities may vary due to weather factors.

Price of the Tour to Iquitos includes: 

• Transfer and return from the Airport or Accommodation in the city of Iquitos to the starting point of the program at fixed times. Transfers outside of these established times will incur an additional cost.
• Hotel / Allpahuayo Reservation / Hotel Transfer.
• Expert bird guide in English and Spanish.
• Bird checklist.
• 4 nights of accommodation: 2 nights at the Iquitos hotel / 2 nights at Heliconia Lodge.
• Meals: 5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners.
• Drinks (fruit juice during meals, tea, and coffee). Other beverages at an additional cost.
• Excursions detailed in the itinerary.

Price of the Tour to Iquitos excludes:

• Airline tickets.
• Tip for the guide.
• Tips for porters at the airport and/or staff.
• Drinks (sodas and alcoholic beverages).
• Meals not specified in the itinerary.
• Transfers outside those established in the tour.

What to bring to the Tour to Iquitos with Amazon Bird watching?

• Suitcase of a maximum of 12 kg (26.4 lbs). If you have more luggage, you can leave it at the lodge's office in the city of Iquitos. Extra suitcase: 10 USD. We recommend not carrying unnecessary luggage.
• Recommended items: comfortable footwear resistant to humidity, lightweight quick-drying and breathable clothing (long sleeves and earth-colored pants recommended), swimwear, rain gear, waterproof jacket, sweater, hat, wide-brimmed cap, sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent.
• Personal hygiene items: toothbrush, toothpaste, personal medication.
• Passport or ID (mandatory).
• We recommend having travel insurance.
• Audiovisual recording camera (and preferably a waterproof case).
• Small flashlights or headlamps.
• Binoculars.
• Cash (local currency).
• Portable converter, charger adapter. The lodge has: Electricity: 220V* 60Hz* Type A outlets.
• Reusable water bottle.

What considerations should you have when doing the Tour to Iquitos?

• The first 2 nights of accommodation are in the city of Iquitos.
• Nights 3 and 4 are spent on the Amazon River, 80 km from the city of Iquitos. In case the river is low, it will be necessary to climb a ladder to access the lodge, as it is at ground level. The variability in the river’s height is a natural phenomenon of the region.
• Our driver will be waiting for you at position number 5 in the baggage claim area. If the passenger arrives in Iquitos on the same day the program starts and within the established pickup hours at the airport, the pickup service will be provided. However, if you arrive one or two days earlier, the airport pickup will not be included, but a transfer from your hotel in Iquitos to the program's starting point will be provided.
• It is recommended to choose a morning flight to Iquitos and an evening flight for the return to Lima.
• The departure from Iquitos Airport to the Amazon Lodge is at 14:00.
• The departure from the Amazon Lodge to the city of Iquitos is no later than 10:00.
• Due to weather conditions or natural phenomena, flight arrival/departure changes; there could be adjustments to the program.
• Low Water Season: It is important to note that the itinerary may vary due to fluctuations in the Amazon River’s water level, which affects navigation and some activities. During the low water season (August to October), the river level gradually decreases, reaching its lowest point in September. Then, it begins to recover its level gradually, month by month. This drop in water level limits boat access to some excursion starting points, so passengers will be transferred to a nearby location and will need to walk approximately 30 minutes to reach the activity site. Please keep this information in mind when making your purchase to properly plan your experience.

Guru Explorers values ​​your time and strives to respect the tour schedule; however they may vary for reasons beyond our control (weather, natural disasters, field conditions, among other demonstrable reasons). We will do our best to offer efficient options and solutions for your enjoyment.

Not allowed:

• Pets.
• Smoking.
• Large suitcases or bags.

Cancellation policy:

• 18 days before passenger arrival: No cancellation fee
• Between 17 to 7 days before the arrival of the passengers; 30% of the tour cost per person
• Less than 7 days, 100% of the cost of the program is charged per person; there will be no refund

Those who voluntarily renounce some of the services included in the Tour do not receive a refund or readjustment of the total prices of the programs.

¿WHY CHOOSING US?

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