PERU
The trips worth crossing Peru for.
The 15 most popular amazon jungle tours in Peru. The ones travellers rate highest, with prices, how long they take and who runs them.
Three days in Peru’s Tambopata jungle with river wildlife, a canopy zipline, Lake Sandoval birds, and clay-lick parrots.
Most Popular“Octavio was a fantastic guide and the entire experience was amazing.”
4-day Sandoval Lake tour from Puerto Maldonado: monkey island, night caiman search, canopy walk, zip-line, kayaking. Small group $300.
“Great food, lovely team and guides. They taught us so much. Remember long sleeves and repellent.”
Belén Market and La Venecia Loretana boat ride in Iquitos with local guide Marlon Ashanga. Tastings, daily life, and real questions.
“Very knowledgeable showed us all the special placed and items fascinating place. Tuk tuk driver very good”
3-day all-inclusive Amazon jungle tour from Iquitos at Maniti Eco-Lodge with riverboat wildlife, Monkey Island, and pink dolphins.
“First off, I do want to say that this is not a private tour, but a group tour. Our tour guide Rene was very friendly and knowledgeable, and everyone really enjoyed him. Monkey Island was amazing to see, as were the dolphins. I think we were quoted a more expensive price for the butterfly habitat…”
Small-group 4-day Tambopata wildlife and canopy trip from Puerto Maldonado. Monkey Island, Sandoval Lake, caimans, parrots, and rustic comfort.
“The lodge was in terrible condition. Our bathroom was dirty, and although a cleaner came daily to make the bed, they never actually cleaned the room. The pool smelled awful and was completely green — clearly neglected. The room also had numerous spider webs, which only added to the overall lack of cleanliness. To make…”
A 4-day Tambopata jungle tour from Puerto Maldonado with canopy views, monkey island, kayaking, Lake Sandoval, and night wildlife.
“We had a great time at the Paradise Amazon Ecolodge! It was a good mix of adventure activities and relaxation time. Our guide, Sam, was amazing!! He was very passionate and had eagle eyes for finding animals! He was very accommodating to the group especially when one of us wasn't feeling very well. The food…”
2-day all-inclusive guided Amazon jungle tour from Iquitos, staying at Maniti Eco-Lodge on Monkey Island with hikes, dolphins, and culture.
“The Maniti Lodge eco experience was enjoyable! Segundo, our guide, was doting, fun, and told jokes as we hiked. Javier was our fearless and friendly boat driver. The one recommendation and change that would have made the trip even bett”
3-day, 2-night Amazon tour from Puerto Maldonado with small groups, Tambopata Reserve walks, Sandoval Lake boat time, and Monkey Island.
“Very good experience, would 100% recommend. Things i wish i knew prior to going so that it can help others. I thought we would be staying outside/ or in a place with limited facilities. You are in luck; dont do what i did and buy a mosquito net and the lot as you stay on…”
4 days in Cusco mixing Inca Jungle bike descents, rafting, zipline, hot springs, and Machu Picchu with a small group pace.
“Really enjoyed the Adventure Hike, lots of pros with only a few cons, see below breakdown of the 4 days (I travelled early June 2024), some tips and a packing list of what to take. Day 1, Bike and Raft: Bike was great fun, very easy/beginner friendly as mostly downhill but get to pick up…”
Small-group Tambopata in Peru: wildlife-rich reserve, Condenado Lake, Chuncho Macaws clay lick, river time, and 2 nights with included meals.
“Excellent trip, organizing agency made the logistics and transportation seamless, the accommodation was superb including food and service. the activities including our tour guide Fredy were great. we saw macaws, capyberas, sloths and other animals. itinerary was as posted on website.”
Cruise, hike, fish, and night-spot wildlife at Heliconia Lodge near Iquitos, with guided river adventures and included meals.
“Most boring thing I have done in latin america. Expect good accommodation and food but nothing more. The 1 hour excursions are a joke. We saw 1 spider in 3 days (and no pink dolphins). Saw 20+ animals in Costa Rica Monteverde in only 2 hours. No Idea why this is called adventure. They completely…”
3 days in Tambopata from Puerto Maldonado: lodge stay, Sandoval Lake otters, caiman safari, monkey island, canopy hikes, suspension bridge.
“We had the most amazing experience. Our guide Umberto was the kindest, fun and knowledgeable guide. Would highly recommend to really delve into the Amazon.”
Two days in Tambopata from Puerto Maldonado: Canopy Tower, 190m zipline, river caimans hunt, Lake Sandoval walk and canoe.
“De prijs was heel duur voor wat het allemaal inhoudt. Er kunnen meer activiteiten gepland worden want er is veel vrije tijd. Maar in de lodge is niet veel te doen. Het zwembad is niet proper. De ene gids had wel heel veel ervaring en kon heel goed dieren spotten!”
3 days in Peru’s Amazon from Iquitos with river cruise, sunrise wildlife, piranha fishing, medicinal plants, and jungle lodge nights.
“We loved the experience as Roberto our guide made it an amazing experience. He was understanding and also understood our personal needs. It was great we would recommend to anyone. Thank you Roberto”
Amazon Rescue Center near Iquitos: a 1-hour conservation stop to learn manatee rehab and see rescue-and-release work in action.
“It was a great experience. We had a private English tour with Jessica who was very knowledgeable and very friendly. We saw and learned about manatees, birds, fish and the rescue and release efforts of the centre. Highly recommend a tour if you’re in Iquitos.”
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