Amazon
A paradise of biodiversity
The Amazon stretches from the eastern side of the Andes and covers half of the Peruvian territory. The area contains a network of numerous rivers, of which the Amazon is the most famous; the longest river in the world. The Amazon basin is known for its unique diversity of flora and fauna. Scientists are still discovering new plant and animal species here.
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Luxurious Amazon cruise
Imagine taking a boat trip along the edges of the Amazon River in the morning, in search of macaws that make a clicking sound to draw attention. Sloths slowly wake up to start their day while you look at them. Or how about swimming in a mirror-like lagoon so calm that it seems like a storm is approaching, but instead you are greeted by the rare pink river dolphins jumping up. You can experience this and much more on a cruise through the Peruvian Amazon with Delfin Amazon cruises. The cabins have large windows that make you feel as if you are in the middle of the area.
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The playful giant otter
One of the special animals found in the Peruvian Amazon is the giant otter. This otter can reach a length of 1.70 metres and they mostly live in families. They mainly live in the water where they hunt for fish. Together with the Pantanal in Brazil, the Amazon is where the giant otter is most common.
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Unique spectacle of colourful macaws
In the morning, many macaws and parakeets come to one of the high clay walls along the Amazon River to naturalize the toxins in their stomachs, with the minerals from the clay. These colourful birds sometimes come with hundreds at a time, fighting for the best spots. It is both lively and noisy, but certainly unforgettable and only occurs in a few places in the Amazon.
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Tambopata research centre
This lodge is located deep in the Tambopata National Reserve and is one of the most remote lodges in Peru. Because of this location, you have a great chance of spotting the special animals that live in the Amazon.
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Jaguar spotting
If you visit the Amazon in Peru there is a chance that you will spot a jaguar, one of the big cats. Jaguars are often found near the river and are even excellent swimmers.
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An amazing sunset
Of course the animals and plants in the Amazon are the absolute highlight, but during your stay you can also enjoy breathtaking sunsets.
The Peruvian Amazon
Roughly speaking, you can visit the Amazon in Peru via two different places.
Iquitos Pacaya Samiria reserve
The most special has to be a visit to the Pacaya Samiria reserve. This reserve is located deep in the Amazon, on the upper part of the Amazon basin. The Pacaya Samiria reserve can only be reached by water and is therefore, one of the better preserved areas. The flora and fauna here is impressive! During your stay here you can see manatees, pink dolphins, various monkeys, a variety of birds, mammals and fish.
Madre de Dios
A paradise of biodiversity! Madre de Dios is a unique rainforest with highlights such as Lake Sandoval, Lake Valencia, the Manu national park, the Tambopata national reserve and the Bahuaja-Sonene national park; the only tropical savannah ecosystem in Peru. The Madre de Dios is also home to several endangered species, such as the Maned wolf and the fairly large South American marshland deer. In a river bed in the Manu national park, you will find a unique clay wall from South America’s largest land animal: the 250-kilo tapir.
Travel through Peru?
Would you like to make a trip through Peru yourself, including a visit to the Amazon, and are you curious about the possibilities? Then take a look at the travel itineraries that we have put together for inspiration. You can book these trips directly, but we are also happy to create a personal programme based on your wishes and ideas.
Do you have a question? Feel free to contact us. Call +31 73 610 62 04 or send an e-mail to info@sapapanatravel.nl. We are happy to help.