La Perla
Itinerary 4 days / 3 nights
Wednesday – Saturday
Seasons:
High water season (Rainy) From November to May
Low water season (Dry) From June to October
Embark on a unique tour of the Amazon. Four days and three nights to discover the immensity of a land where nature draws amazing landscapes and life takes unpredictable forms. Enter into the deepest jungle and get to know, first hand, all the peculiarities of the Amazon and its surroundings.
The itineraries and programs 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.
Notes
- The proposed itineraries and programs may vary depending on the weather, the river water level, the migratory cycles of animals and variations in recommended flights.
- Visits to communities: the visits will depend on the availability of its inhabitants. We protect the environment and the identity of local cultures, trying to affect as less as posible with our visits.
- Excursions: before each outing we offer waterproof rubber boots for your comfort and convenience, these must be returned to the staff for cleaning. We also offer waterproof rain ponchos.
- Kayaks: coordinate with the naturalist guides about kayak rides, which will depend on the weather conditions on the days of your trip. You are welcome to sign up for kayak rides at your own risk. These rides take place in calm waters where you can paddle in a relaxed way. Our kayaks are ideal for two passengers.
- Fishing: Our fishing policy is based on catch and release.
Itinerary
Wednesday Departure
Embarkation port: Nauta City
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Day 1 Wednesday:
Pacaya Samiria National Reserve / Marañón river / Ucayali river / Pacaya Samiria Natural Reserve
The guides will be expecting your arrival at the airport with a Jungle Experiences sign for your transfer to Nauta to board the cruise M/V La Perla. As you enter into your cabin, which will be full equipped with everything you need, you will feel how this lifetime trip is about to start. The navigation will initiate in the Marañon River to the confluences of the Marañon and Ucayali rivers where the majestic Amazon begins. We suggest to take a time to go to the observation deck and enjoy the amazing panoramic view, the guides will be explaining the story of the Amazon’s origin. After getting familiar with your new environment, you will be invited to the dining room for lunch, where you will experiment our exquisite regional gastronomy, a delicious flavor celebration. Later, our guides will provide a general briefing about the trip itinerary, activities, routes, wildlife and vegetation. Our guides will be attentive to help you with any question you might have. After lunch, you will visit the Samiria Reserve to observe the Charapas turtles. Later at night, an excursion will be offered for searching wildlife in the Amazon. Back to the ship our naturalist guides will share more information and enrich the experiences of the day. You will be able to enjoy the local music followed by an exquisite dinner.2
Day 2 Thursday:
Yanayacu de Pucate / Pacaya Samiria Natural Reserve / San Regis
This morning, you will explore Yanayacu de Pucate and enjoy a picnic breakfast in the Pacaya Samiria Natural Reserve accompanied by nature. Some pink dolphins might enrich the panorama. Also, it’s possible to observe blue and yellow macaws, toucans and different types of monkeys. You will have a canopy walk where we will look for wildlife and enjoy the breathtaking view. After lunch on board a ceremony will be held with shamans in St. Regis will take place, where you will learn about the ancient secrets of the rainforest. Later, you will be part of the tree planting ceremony. Before dinner, a reception with live music will be held by the ship band. In the warm night, you can be part of the boat ride through Nauta Creek within Pacaya Samiria Natural Reserve which is known as the mirrored forest, which makes perfect sense as you gaze upon its glistening black water where you can observe lizards, frogs and different kinds of nocturnal animals.3
Day 3 Friday:
San José de Zarapanga Shiriyucu / Pacaya Samiria Natural Reserve / Nauta
After a delicious breakfast, we head for the black water stream of San José de Zarapanga called Shiriyacu to fish piranhas, using traditional and local techniques, you will be surprised by the many ways there is to fish. We will visit Kukama Prado village to learn about ancient traditions and medicine used by the ancestors; in the Peruvian Amazon are different types of traditional medicine that maybe you have not heard before. Then, you will be part of a cooking demonstration, where you can learn about local techniques and the variety of vegetables and dishes that exists in the Peruvian Amazon. In the afternoon, a boat excursion will be offer before sunset in the Amazon River, where we can hear the sounds of wildlife, colors and symphony. At the same time, we will look for caymans, frogs, tarantulas, snakes and anacondas. After dinner, our naturalist guides will introduce the crew members whom you may not have met, as they have been busy “behind the scenes” to create your seamless Jungle Experience.4
Day 4 Saturday:
Nauta / Iquitos
After enjoying your last breakfast on board. We will proceed with the transfer by bus from the city of Nauta to Iquitos. We will have a stop in the Rescue Center Amazon - Manatee (ACOBIA), where you will be able to see and feed this beautiful animal. Then, you will have a brief visit to the city of Iquitos to observe the famous houses of the rubber boom, Fierro’s house, and Belen market.| Price per person in USD | 2025 | 2026 |
| Single Standard Cabin | USS 1,536 | US$ 1,582 |
| Standard / Balcony Cabin | US$ 1,890 | US$ 1,947 |
| Standard Cabin | US$ 1,890 | US$ 1,947 |
| Amazon View Cabin | USD 1,920 | US$ 1,978 |
| Superior Cabin | US$ 2,130 | US$ 2,194 |
| Superior / Balcony Cabin | USS 2,130 | US$ 2,194 |
- Rates are expressed in US Dollars, per person, based on double occupancy.
- Charter: Pricing for custom-designed charters are quoted according to your specific request and needs.
- Single Supplement is 30% in addition to the adult rate. La Perla: +20% in addition to the adult rate on superior cabins. Not available on Christmas and New Year holidays. Not combinable with other offers.
- Child policy: the recommended age is 7 years old + on all departures. Children aged 7 to 11 years old are eligible for a 50% discount from the adult rate. Children must be accompanied by one or two adults per cabin. The capacity is of one child per cabin.
- All meals while onboard La Perla.
- All excursions & equipment (including rubber boots & rain ponchos).
- Transfers from/to the airport on the recommended flights. In case thepassengers stay in Iquitos city hotels – please inform the reservationsdepartment to coordinate the pick up or drop off service at reservas@amazonre.com.
- Entrance fee to Pacaya Samiria National Reserve
- Natural juices, coffee, infusions are included. One beverage to choose: soda, local beer or one glass of wine is included during lunch and dinner. Premium bar with additional cost.
- Domestic flights
- Cost of medical emergencies (including evacuation).
- Gratuities: we suggest a tip amount of USD 20 to USD 25 per passenger per night for the crew (which will be divided among all crew members) and a tipamount of USD 7 to USD 10 per passenger per night for the guides. Please note that these amounts are suggested and that this is entirely at the discretion ofour guests.
- Any additional transportation services.
- Any additional bar consumptions.