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“Ivan was a fantastic tour guide, we saw loads of amazing animals and experienced a once in a lifetime trip.”
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.
“I had the most amazing English speaking guide named Edwin..my group was greeted and treated like family.we had clean accommodations and the food was amazing.the hikes and all the excursions were so informative..the staff was outstanding and friendly. I am sad to leave”
Small-group 4-day Tambopata wildlife and canopy trip from Puerto Maldonado. Monkey Island, Sandoval Lake, caimans, parrots, and rustic comfort.
“I only gave a 4 star rating for a couple of reasons. They forgot to pick us up at the airport but Rose made up for it by making sure we got to the lodge comfortably. She was great. The lodge and bungalows were somewhat rundown but the staff was amazing. Our tour guide (Jhonatan)…”
A 4-day Tambopata jungle tour from Puerto Maldonado with canopy views, monkey island, kayaking, Lake Sandoval, and night wildlife.
“Very fun and insane experience. Once in a lifetime! It was very hot and there were many bugs but you go into the trip expecting that. The activities were so fun and days were filled with things to do.”
2-day all-inclusive guided Amazon jungle tour from Iquitos, staying at Maniti Eco-Lodge on Monkey Island with hikes, dolphins, and culture.
“The tour is too expensive. You get basically the same for half the money or less if you book it in Iquitos. There are also more than enough tours, so you don't have to worry about not finding one there. And head flashlights are not even included, they are sold to you when you arrive…”
3-day, 2-night Amazon tour from Puerto Maldonado with small groups, Tambopata Reserve walks, Sandoval Lake boat time, and Monkey Island.
“It’s quite an adventure! Well organised and well looked after. Tito was a lovely guide, who has lived an interesting life. The activities have you feeding monkeys, swinging through the rainforest and seeing lots of different creatures. Be prepared for mosquitos, spiders and more. The food was ok and the accomodation was clean but not…”
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.
“What a trip. There is wifi, food is amazing, staff are friendly and you'll see things that you only see on national geographic. The amount of different species you get to see of spiders, plants, birds and animals... Mind blowing. I hate the heat and insects but it was honestly worth it. Just the stars…”
3 days in Tambopata from Puerto Maldonado: lodge stay, Sandoval Lake otters, caiman safari, monkey island, canopy hikes, suspension bridge.
“Όλα ήταν φανταστικά…!!!”
Two days in Tambopata from Puerto Maldonado: Canopy Tower, 190m zipline, river caimans hunt, Lake Sandoval walk and canoe.
“Great overall trip, would definitely recommend it to anyone wanting to see the Amazon jungle. 5/5 stars! A few tips for review readers I would have liked to have read. 1) They suggest you leave your bigger bags and just take small rucksacks but most other guests had their entire bag. 2) You’re likely to…”
3 days in Peru’s Amazon from Iquitos with river cruise, sunrise wildlife, piranha fishing, medicinal plants, and jungle lodge nights.
“This Amazon experience was amazing. I was very fortunate that it was me and another person in the group which made it far better. My guide Joa was very friendly and helped when he could and provided some funny moments”
Amazon Rescue Center near Iquitos: a 1-hour conservation stop to learn manatee rehab and see rescue-and-release work in action.
“We got to see lots of animals being well taken care of. Even had an English speaking guide to explain the things they are doing for the animals and community. Definitely worth to learn and see what they are doing.”
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