La Perla – Amazon River – Wednesday
Duration
4Days
Destination
Peru
Group Size
Departures
Wednesday
Overview
Experience the magic of the Peruvian rainforest aboard the elegant ship La Perla with this unforgettable 4 day La Perla Amazon Cruise in Peru itinerary departing every Wednesday. Designed for travelers seeking authentic adventure combined with comfort, this immersive expedition navigates deep into the legendary Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, one of the most biodiverse regions on Earth.
Your La Perla Amazon Cruise in Peru begins in the vibrant jungle city of Iquitos before transferring to the river port of Nauta to embark the vessel. From the moment you step onboard, you are surrounded by the sights, sounds, and wildlife of the Amazon. Spacious cabins with panoramic windows, air conditioning, private bathrooms, an open air observation deck, dining room, indoor lounge, bar, and relaxing hammock area create the perfect balance between exploration and relaxation.
The journey features expertly guided daily excursions led by experienced naturalist guides. Cruise through narrow tributaries and flooded forests by skiff in search of sloths, monkeys, macaws, toucans, pink river dolphins, and caimans. Night safaris reveal the Amazon at its most active, while early morning birdwatching excursions showcase the incredible biodiversity of the jungle.
During the voyage, guests visit remote Amazonian communities such as Vista Alegre, offering meaningful cultural encounters and insight into traditional riverside life. Additional excursions may include jungle walks, piranha fishing, canoeing, canopy exploration, and visits to the birthplace of the mighty Amazon River at the confluence of the Marañón and Ucayali Rivers. Educational presentations onboard provide fascinating insight into the Amazon ecosystem, wildlife conservation, and local customs.
One of the highlights of the La Perla Amazon Cruise in Peru is the opportunity to disconnect from the outside world and fully immerse yourself in the rhythm of the rainforest. Relax on the observation deck as the jungle slowly drifts by, enjoy fresh Peruvian Amazon cuisine prepared onboard, and experience spectacular sunsets over the river each evening.
Combining authentic Amazon exploration, cultural encounters, exciting wildlife excursions, and warm Peruvian hospitality, the 4 day La Perla Amazon Cruise in Peru offers an enriching and unforgettable way to discover one of the world’s last great wilderness regions.
Itinerary in brief
Day 1: Iquitos – Nauta – Amazon River
Day 2: Pacaya Samiria National Reserve – San Regis
Day 3: San José de Zarapanga Shiriyacu
Day 4: Nauta – Iquitos
The itineraries and programs proposed by Amazon River Cruise La Perla may vary depending on the weather, the river water level in each season and the migratory cycles of the animals. The visit to the communities will depend on the availability of its inhabitants
Itinerary
Airport pick-up and boarding. You will be picked up by our team and transfered by bus to our private port in Nauta, where the boarding will take place.
Begin navigating and the explanation of the history of the origin of theAmazon. While La Perla begins its tour of the Marañón River, our naturalist guides will explain the history of the origin of the Amazon River as you gaze at the panoramic view of the river that our deck offers.
First lunch on board. We will enjoy the first dining experience on board
First informative talk. Our guides will meet with you where they will explain the particularities of the trip and the places that are going to be visited.
Visit to the Pacaya Samiria reserve to observe the Charapa Turtles. We will enter the Samiria Reserve, where we can admire the characteristics of the Charapa Turtles.
Night excursion in search of wildlife. At nightfall we will embark again on the search for nocturnal species that inhabit the waters of the Amazon and its surroundings.
Meeting with the guides. Back on board we will have a small meeting in which we will share our experiences during the day.
Welcome dinner and live show. The first dinner on board will be an experience for the palate, combining the freshest food from the Amazon rainforest. After dinner, we will enjoy a concert performed by the boat band.
Picnic in the Yanayacu basin of Pucate. We will start our day with the search for a good place inside the Pacaya Samiria Reserve where we enjoy our picnic breakfast surrounded by nature. During breakfast we can admire the pink dolphins, as well as blue and yellow macaws, toucans, monkeys sakis and more.
Lunch on board La Perla. We will return aboard to enjoy a full lunch as we head towards the San Regis community.
Ceremony with shamans. The shamans will make us part of their ceremonies by showing us the traditions of the Amazonian cultures. We will also perform the tree planting ceremony, in which each traveler can leave his mark on the Amazon landscape by planting his own tree.
Return to La Perla and dinner on board with live music. Back on La Perla we will enjoy a delicious dinner accompanied by live music.
Night excursion by boat through the ̈jungle of mirrors ̈. We will sail by boat through the waters of Nauta Caño, inside the Reserva Pacaya Samiria, discovering the lagoons of black water on which the treetops are reflected.
Breakfast on board. After waking up a little later than in previous days, we will enjoy breakfast on board.
Fishing for piranhas. We will go fishing for piranhas in the black water stream of San José de Zarapanga called Shiriyacu, using the equipment and local techniques for fishing.
Lunch on board La Perla. We will recharge our batteries with a full lunch onboard.
Visit to the Kukama Prado indigenous village and culinary demonstration.We will learn about ancient traditions and traditional medicine. We will also see how the inhabitants of this village live and we will discover some secrets about their culinary tranditions.
Boat excursion. We will enjoy a boat trip to observe the colors of the sunset over the Amazon. We will wait until night to listen to the sounds emitted by the jungle after sunset.
Farewell dinner on board and the presentation of the crew. We will finish the day with a delicious dinner on board and the presentation of the crew, while the cruise ship is heading to the city of Nauta.
Breakfast on board. Enjoy a full breakfast on board.
Check-out and departure to the airport. After breakfast, we will check out and we will travel to Iquitos by bus.
Visit to the Amazon Manatee Rescue Center. We will stop at the Amazon Manatee Rescue Center, where we will see these beautiful animals close-up.
Visit to the city of Iquitos. We will enjoy a brief tour of the city, discovering the highlights of the rubber boom era, such as the Iron House or the Belen Market.
Arrival at the airport and return flight.
Itinerary Map
Inclusions
WHAT’S INCLUDED
- Accommodation in comfortable river-view cabins onboard La Perla
- All meals onboard featuring Peruvian and Amazon-inspired cuisine
- Daily guided jungle excursions and wildlife activities
- Expert bilingual naturalist guides (English & Spanish)
- Entrance fees to the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve
- Skiff excursions through tributaries, lagoons, and flooded forests
- Use of excursion equipment including rubber boots and rain ponchos
- Selected beverages during meals including natural juices, coffee, tea, and water
- Access to onboard facilities including observation decks, lounge areas, dining room, and bar
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
- International flights to Peru
- Domestic flights between Lima and Iquitos
- Travel insurance
- Gratuities for guides and crew
- Premium alcoholic beverages and cocktails
- Additional bar consumption outside included beverages
- Spa treatments and personal wellness services
- Laundry services and personal expenses
- Medical expenses or emergency evacuation costs
- Visa fees or reciprocity fees if applicable
