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Amazon Explorer
This exciting first-class 19th century-style riverboat cruise is an adventure of a
lifetime!
Explorer's small size and shallow draft make her ideal for river travel. The Amazon is home to a vast,
unforgettable array of unique sights, sounds and cultures. Daily excursions allow
you the opportunity to see diverse wildlife such as sloths, toucans, pink
dolphins and varied bird life. You will also meet the local people, giving you a rare glimpse of
how life "on the river" is lived.
Much of the Amazon is still unexplored to this day. Guided by our indigenous pilot guide,
with our fleet of sturdy zodiacs and in the company of our expert crew, you will travel
up remote and little travelled tributaries in search of the area's profuse wildlife and many indigenous
inhabitants.
9 day expedition on the Explorer
- Highlights:
- 6 night fully guided Peruvian Amazon jungle cruise on board Explorer
- All meals on board
- Zodiac and land excursions with our expert expedition team
- Lima
- Iquitos
| Summary |
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Is this for me?: An easy trip, our adventure cruise takes in as much wildlife viewing as possible.
Our experienced Captain and Expedition Leader make sure each day is interesting and full of adventure. Accommodation and Meals: 6 nights on board the Explorer in twin-share cabins (please ask for single/triple/superior cabin/suite rates). All cabins have ensuite bathroom and port holes. All meals included on board, drinks are extra. 2 nights comfortable hotel in Lima. Breakfast included in Lima. Transportation: Amazon Explorer. Local flight. Group size:Max. 46. Plus local naturalist guides on the Amazon boat. Local representative in Lima and Iquitos. Budgeting:Allow USD $5 per day for drinks/snacks on board Explorer and for meals other than breakfast in Lima. There is a local payment of USD $200. When does tour run?: May, October, November and December. |
| Itinerary | |
| Day 1: | Lima Arrive in Lima at any time. |
| Day 2: | Lima/Iquitos/Amazon River Fly to the charming town of Iquitos and board the 19th century-style river boat, Explorer, which will be your home for the next 7 days. Accessible only by air or water, Iquitos remains pleasantly insulated from the outside world. |
| Day 3: | Amazon River / Ucayali Rive Rise early to catch a glimpse of the fishermen paddling their handmade canoes and village children smiling and waving form the river banks. Heading towards the confluence of the Ucayali and Maranon Rivers, it's hard to miss the wide variety of exotic birds overhead. In the afternoon, head deeper into the Amazon, stopping off at the small Amaozn village of Riberenos. |
| Day 4: | Ucayali River / Yanallpa Jump aboard one of the three launches and explore some lesser-travelled tributaries in search of elusive primates, sloths, iguanas and toucans. Stop to enjoy a picnic breakfast, and try to catch some catfish and piranhas from a nearby stream. As soon as night falls, venture into the jungle which is alive with nocturnal activity. Search for bats, black caiman, poisonous frogs and other assorted creatures of the night. |
| Day 5: | Ucayali River / Sapote RiverExplore one of the Peruvian Amazon's best hidden secrets - the Sapote River. Amongst the abundant fauna, discover a large variety of egrets, macaws, capunchins and squirrel monkeys. Hike into the jungle to gawk at the majestic Ceiba Kapok tree - the king of the forest. |
| Day 6: | Ucayali River / Maranon River Try your hand at bargaining for local crafts at the market. After lunch, head off in search of gigantic aquatic plants called "Victoria Regia" and stop off to visit Jibaro Ashula Shaman, who will explain his traditional use of medicinal plants and bless your journey with a good luck ceremony. |
| Day 7: | Maranon River / Natural Amazon Park Today head to the heights of the Amazon, the tree tops! A brisk morning walk across the unique canopy walkway system allows for observing the animals that inhabit the rooftop of the jungle. Pay tribute to the Rainforest by planting a tree then begin the return voyage to Iquitos in the afternoon. |
| Day 8: | Iquitos / Lima Arrive in Iquitos around 8am. One last chance for bargaining at the craft market en route to the airport before your flight to Lima. |
| Day 9: | Depart Lima. |
| Departure Dates |
| 2007 |
| May 12 |
| Oct 20 |
| Nov 17 |
| Nov 24 |
| Dec 01 |
| 2008 |
| Apr 26 |
| May 17 |
| Oct 25 |
| Nov 15 |
| Tour Code: PVIIL |
| Tour Cost: £980 pp |
Please note: there is a local payment of $200 USD.
| Cost is per person sharing a twin cabin. |
| Tour starts and ends in Lima, Peru. |
| International flights not included in price, please call the office for guidelines: 0870 499 0683 |
Note: This tour is run by G.A.P. adventures.
Last Updated: Tuesday May 13 2008