Cruise the Amazon in a luxury river boat, getting closer to abundant wildlife and indigenous communities.
The Peruvian Amazon rainforest is one of the last easily accessible virgin tropical rainforests of the world. Conservation International considers it widely unexplored and one of the global Mega Diversity Hot Spots. Toucans, macaws, parrots, tamarin monkeys, red squirrels and black alligators are among the many wildlife species to keep an eye out for as you cruise along one of its many rivers or creeks.
Cruises along the rivers of the Amazon basin, are reached from Iquitos airport in the north of Peru. There are excellent luxury ships and a variety of other river boats, including the small Cattleya Journey for private charter.
Click or see below for our range of Amazon Cruises in Peru. Want to see more of The Amazon? Visit the Amazon regions of Brazil or Ecuador
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Best time to visit the Amazon from Iquitos
When is the best time to visit the Amazon from Iquitos?
The Peruvian Amazon can be visited year-round, with the dry season from May to October offering easier wildlife viewing and the wet season from November to April allowing deeper exploration by boat.
Things to do on a Peruvian Amazon Cruise from Iquitos
What are the top things to do on a Peruvian Amazon Cruise from Iquitos?
Highlights include spotting wildlife, exploring rainforest waterways by skiff, visiting local communities, taking guided nature walks and experiencing the biodiversity of the Amazon rainforest.
Why choose an Amazon Cruise from Iquitos?
Iquitos is the main gateway to the Peruvian Amazon, providing access to remote rainforest areas that are best explored by river cruise. It offers a unique opportunity to experience wildlife, nature and local culture in one of the world's most biodiverse regions.
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