Amazon Jungle Tours 2 days / 1 nights

Discover the Amazon Like Never Before: 2-Day Iquitos Jungle Adventure Tour

Experience the wild, untamed beauty of the Amazon Rainforest with our unforgettable 2-Day Iquitos Jungle Tour. Designed for adventurous spirits and nature lovers alike, this immersive trip takes you deep into the heart of the world’s largest tropical rainforest, where every moment reveals something extraordinary.

Length: 2 Days / 1 Night
Type of Service: Private or Group
Location: Iquitos, Peru
Activities: Rainforest exploration, river navigation, cultural visits
Altitude: 139 – 400 m.a.s.l.
Best Time to Visit: March – October
Departure: Daily
Group Size: Minimum 2, Maximum 8
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Why Choose Our Iquitos Amazon Tour?

This two-day Amazon jungle tour is perfect for travelers seeking an authentic yet accessible rainforest experience. It’s ideal for those on a tighter schedule who still want to explore the Amazon’s breathtaking biodiversity and cultural depth.

Tour Highlights:

Navigate the Mighty Amazon River
Begin your journey aboard a traditional boat, cruising the winding waters of the Amazon. Watch for pink river dolphins and take in the lush, green canopy that stretches endlessly around you.

Cultural Visits with Local Communities
Stop by villages inhabited by the Yagua and other Indigenous groups. With sensitivity and respect, learn about their traditions, sustainable practices, and unique relationships with the forest. These visits are led by local guides who help foster genuine, educational exchanges.

Wildlife Spotting and Ecological Discovery
Accompanied by expert guides, venture on nature hikes to discover sloths, monkeys, vibrant birds, and even caimans after dark. Explore medicinal plants, unusual insects, and remote ecosystems that few ever see.

Overnight in a Jungle Lodge
Sleep surrounded by the sounds of the rainforest in a comfortable eco-lodge. Enjoy fresh Amazonian cuisine, relax by lantern light, and take in the calm of the forest.

 What Makes This Tour Unique?

Unlike commercialized tours, our Iquitos Amazon experience focuses on sustainability, cultural respect, and environmental education. All guides are local experts with deep knowledge of the region and a passion for conservation.

Whether you’re traveling solo, as a couple, or with friends, this tour offers a safe, meaningful, and unforgettable journey into one of the planet’s last great wildernesses.

 Amazon Jungle Tours – A Bucket List Experience

If you’re looking for a short but impactful Amazon rainforest experience, this 2-day Iquitos tour strikes the perfect balance between adventure and comfort. It’s an ideal choice for eco-conscious travelers seeking a more personal, off-the-beaten-path journey through Peru’s Amazon region.

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Book Your Amazon Escape Today

Don’t miss your chance to explore the lungs of the Earth up close. Whether it’s spotting rare wildlife, learning from local communities, or simply being immersed in nature, this tour offers more than just travel — it’s a transformative experience.

2-Day Amazon Jungle Adventure from Iquitos, Peru

An unforgettable eco-cultural experience deep in the heart of the Peruvian Amazon

Day 1: Iquitos – Amazon Jungle Lodge

7:00 a.m. | Welcome and City Highlights Tour

Your Amazon adventure begins with a personalized reception at the Iquitos airport (or pickup at your hotel if you’re already in the city). From here, you’ll head toward the Bellavista Nanay Tourist Pier, enjoying a brief but rich orientation of Iquitos—Peru’s largest city not accessible by road.

Highlights of your city introduction include:

• A stroll through the historic Plaza de Armas
• The scenic Malecón de Tarapacá, perfect for photos
• A guided walk through Belén Market, renowned for its vibrant colors, exotic Amazonian produce, jungle meats, and medicinal herbs
• 10:00 a.m. | Amazon River Journey Begins

Before boarding, take a short gastronomic tour around the Bellavista Nanay food stalls—a paradise for foodies looking to try jungle delicacies. Then, step aboard a comfortable, covered riverboat for a serene navigation along the mighty Amazon River.

On the river:

Witness the incredible confluence of the Amazon and Nanay rivers, where two distinct watercolors swirl side by side without mixing—an awe-inspiring natural phenomenon

Visit the Los Yaguas community, an indigenous ethnic group. Engage with their ancestral culture, try on traditional clothing made from palm fibers, and experience using a blowgun (pucuna), once used for jungle hunting

1:00 p.m. | Arrival at the Lodge

Arrive at the Yanayacu River Lodge, where a warm welcome awaits. Learn about the eco-lodge’s sustainability efforts and settle into your private rustic-style cabin designed for comfort and immersion in nature.

1:30 p.m. | Amazonian Lunch

Savor a delicious lunch made from local ingredients, featuring Amazonian fish, native fruits, and regional flavors.

3:00 p.m. | Jungle Spa and Sunset Tour

Swim in the refreshing waters of the Amazon and enjoy a natural Amazonian mud exfoliation—a unique jungle spa experience. Later, marvel at the vibrant Amazon sunset, a magical moment best enjoyed from the riverbanks.

7:00 p.m. | Dinner and Nocturnal Wildlife Excursion

After a hearty dinner at the lodge, join a thrilling night walk. With the guidance of an expert, explore the jungle’s nocturnal world—spotting spiders, cicadas, tarantulas, praying mantises, and maybe even snakes.

Overnight at the lodge, lulled to sleep by the natural symphony of the Amazon rainforest.

Day 2: Amazon Jungle Lodge – Return to Iquitos

4:30 a.m. | Sunrise & Birdwatching Tour

Rise early to witness a breathtaking Amazonian sunrise. This spiritual and peaceful moment is perfect for reflection and photo opportunities. With your guide, identify unique species of tropical birds, some found only in this remote region.

7:30 a.m. | Breakfast at the Lodge

Enjoy a hearty breakfast featuring regional fruits, jungle jams, and fresh jungle-brewed coffee.

9:00 a.m. | Artisan Sugar Mill Visit

Travel to a traditional sugar mill where you’ll witness how locals extract cane juice using ancient wooden tools. Sample medicinal and aphrodisiacal jungle drinks, made from exotic plants and roots passed down through generations.

10:30 a.m. | Piranha Fishing Expedition

Join a local guide on an exciting fishing adventure using traditional Amazonian techniques. Try your luck catching piranhas and other species—cook your catch or release it back into the wild.

1:00 p.m. | Final Amazonian Lunch

Enjoy your last meal at the lodge—another opportunity to indulge in fresh, local cuisine that reflects the flavors of the rainforest.

5:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. | Return to Iquitos

After a smooth return trip via boat and ground transfer, you’ll be dropped off at your Iquitos hotel or the airport, concluding this immersive 2-day Amazon adventure.

 What’s Included

• Round-trip transportation (airport/hotel – lodge)
• All meals and excursions listed
• Bilingual naturalist guide
• Private cabin accommodation
• Entrance fees to community visits and attractions
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 Why Choose This Tour?

This 2-day adventure strikes the perfect balance between comfort, cultural authenticity, and immersive nature experiences. Ideal for travelers short on time yet eager to see the true Amazon, it offers close-up wildlife encounters, cultural exchanges, and moments of genuine tranquility.

Included in the Amazon Jungle Tours:

• A professional naturalist Tour Guide;
• Motorboat transportation;
• A professional Cook,
• Meals: 1x breakfast, 1x lunch, 1x dinner and drinking water (Please note: vegetarian option upon request for no extra cost!);
• Accommodation: 1 nights in  lodge;
• First aid kit, including a poison extractor, mosquito bite treatment and an antidote for a snake bite;
• Radio communications;
• Rubber boots.

Not included in the Amazon Jungle Tours:

• Any flight nor airport departure taxes;
• Travel insurance;
• Vaccination;
• Breakfast on the first day and dinner on the last day;
• Drinks;
• Tips to local staff.

What You Need to Bring in the Amazon Jungle Tours:

• Mosquito repellent (DEET 35 recommended as a MINIMUM!!),
• Original passport,
• Small backpack,
• Long sleeved cotton shirts (preferably green coloured),
• Long cotton trousers,
• Cotton long socks (to be put into your trousers),
• Comfortable walking shoes,
• Sandals or light shoes,
• Rain gear (e.g. rain poncho),
• Sweater (for the beginning of the tour in Andes and the cloud forest only),
• Swimsuit;
• Binoculars (we also rent it),
• Camera and its charger,
• Plastic bags to be used for clothes and a camera,
• A hat as a protection against the Sun or rain,
• Toiletries,
• Small towel,
• Toilet paper,
• Sun cream,
• Sunglasses,
• Flashlight (with spare bulb and batteries),
• A bottled water (1 litre as a minimum),
• Pocket money (Soles) to buy some beverages and souvenirs as well as to tip.