High Water Season - Nov to May: This morning finds the Aria Amazon deep in the heart of the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve. Here in Peru’s largest protected area, we’ll discover a vast wetland reserve filled with dense vegetation, lakes, palm swamps, and streams. In addition, the lush banks of the Pacaya River are home to great egrets, capuchin monkeys and taricaya turtles. After lunch, our guides will show you how the locals fish for paiche; reaching lengths of 7 feet or more, this native Amazon species is among the largest freshwater fishes in the world! On your afternoon excursion along the Ucayali River, you may find your skiff traveling alongside a local boat laden with bananas destined for the market town of Requena. These waters are also home to the remarkable pink river dolphin – so keep your eyes peeled!
Low Water Season – Jun to Oct: Enjoy another day of naturalist-guided discoveries deep in the heart of the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve. Here in Peru’s largest protected area, we’ll find a vast wetland reserve filled with dense vegetation, lakes, palm swamps, and streams – prime habitat for diverse wildlife including great egrets, capuchin monkeys and taricaya turtles. In the afternoon, our guides will show you how the locals fish for paiche; reaching lengths of 7 feet or more, this native Amazon species is among the largest freshwater fishes in the world!
Meals B+L+D