Itinerary
Departure: 09:00 hrs
Day 1: Amazon River - Paiches Hatchery
Reception at the Iquitos airport, brief pedestrian city tour (at the beginning or end of the tour). Transfer to our private jetty to board the fast boat bound for CUMACEBA BOTANICAL GARDEN, on the way we will observe, houseboats (Nov-Jul), union of the Itaya rivers and the Natural Wonder Amazon River, observation of different settlements on the banks of the Rio Amazonas, we will make a stop to start the first tour of visit to the Paiche Cattery, observe the largest aquatic plant in the world "Victoria Regia", alligator farm, short break to enjoy a refreshing coconut water, soft drinks, etc. . Continuing the trip through the Amazon, arrival at the lodge, typical drink, allocation of private bungalow. Typical self-service lunch Relax 15:00 hrs. Walk to know plants and trees with medicinal power that are used by the riverside to cure their ailments and ailments, among them are the Sangre de Grado, Chirick Sanango, Uvos, Cat's Claw, Sacha Garlic, Pichirina, Clove Huasca among others. Depending on the weather conditions we will observe a beautiful sunset from a privileged place. Free time to relax and make use of the refreshing pool. Dinner. Rowing canoe excursion or trek through the jungle, depending on the river station. Night at Cumaceba Botanical Garden.
Day 2: CBG- Jungle Expeditions
Canoe ride or morning walk according to the season, observing birds in their habitat. Breakfast. Penetration walk through the jungle of giant trees, knowing the impressive and voluptuous Ceiba (Lupuna) and other varieties of timber trees. (Flora & Fauna) This walk lasts approximately 4 hours. Return to the Lodge. Typical self-service lunch In the afternoon, tour through the Amazon River and visit to Trapiche artisan, demonstration and participation of tourists in the extraction of sugarcane juice that the inhabitants use to make derivatives such as cane rum and molasses. Night excursion by canoe or hike through the jungle according to the river station, listening to the sounds of the rainforest and observing tarantulas, insects or simply listening to the endless night sounds. Dinner. Night at Cumaceba Botanical Garden.
Day 3: CBG Island of the Monkeys - Iquitos
Breakfast. Time indicated visit a river dweller to know their customs and daily activities. Return to CBG and farewell lunch at the edge of the pool. Return to the city of Iquitos, before we will visit the private conservation project called "The Island of the Monkeys" We will appreciate species of Monkeys that are threatened as the Monkey CHORO, the Monkey ARAÑA, COTO Monkey or Howler, Monkey TOCON and MUSMUKY, Monkey HUAPO Colorado and Black. Arrival to Iquitos and transfer to the hotel or airport. End of services.
Prices
Prices per person in US$ Dollar
CAOBA 3d 2n |
Dwb |
Twb |
Chd |
357.00 |
347.00 |
214.00 |
Prices per person in S/. Soles
CAOBA 3d 2n |
Dwb |
Twb |
Chd |
1195.00 |
1162.00 |
717.00 |
Departure time:
Iquitos to Botanical Garden: 09:00 hrs
Botanical Garden to Iquitos: Right after lunch
Recommendations
Recommendations for visiting Cumaceba Botanical Garden
Departure Time:
- City – Cumaceba Amazon Lodge: 09:00 hrs
- Cumaceba Amazon Lodge – City : after Lunch
- Take with you light-colored clothing, windbreaker, hat, goggles, water bottle, hiking shoes, flashlight, mosquitoe repellent, sun block, antihistamines and anti-inflammatory tablets for mosquito bites for your stay in the jungle The use of boots and plastic poncho for the rains is necessary. In the city feel free to wear clothes according to your taste.
- Please let us know about any restriction on your food and / or any health condition you may have to prevent and avoid complications in the jungle excursions.
- Children travel with parents, it is recommended from 3 years onwards.
- Vaccines are not mandatory. All our excursions are developed in non ENDEMIC areas free of epidemics like malaria, dengue and yellow fever. You can be vaccinated at your 10 days before your trip to the jungle. Ask your Doctor.
- You may leave any extra baggage in our office for the days you will be in the jungle, likewise it is recommended not to carry more than S/. 200 soles for expenses in the lodge. In case of having valuables declare them to the personnel in charge.
- The company is not responsible for losses of objects and accessories that are under your responsibility and that have not been declared or placed in custody, it is recommended to carry in a personal bag (fannypack, backpack) all these personal objects, as well as documents and money. If there is an incident, immediately notify the Lodge manager, in the second instance at Cumaceba Iquitos offices for the immediate solution, otherwise there will be no claim after the service has been completed ..
- Cumaceba Lodge, provides electricity from 18:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. to charge batteries of electronic equipment, such as cameras, cell phones, camcorders, among others.
- FOR THE EXCURSIONS: Please pay attentions and follow the indications of the guide for the fullfilment of the excursions. The orden of such may vary depending on weather conditions. The average temperature in Iquitos fluctuates between 28° and 35° degrees celsius.
- It is completely forbidden to carry weapons of any kind that could put your life and others in danger.
- HOTELS IN IQUITOS: If booked directly from you please make the arrangements regarding pick up and drop off times. We do not take responsibility for the breach of the hotel or any other service booked separately.
- IMPORTANT: MANDATORY use of lifejackets during river nocking and / or canoeing. Grupo Cumaceba is not responsible for loss, delay or cancellation of flight, applies for transfer by extra city - jungle or accommodation in city by passenger account. There is no refund or night at a city hotel if the pax returns from the jungle before scheduled date.
- TIMETABLE: City to Cumaceba Lodge - Every day at 09:00 am. Return to Iquitos - Right after lunch. Estimated arrival at 15:45 pm.