Welcome to Iquitos and Peru’s Amazon River! Travel by road to the small riverside town of Nauta situated on the banks of the Marañon River; the first city founded in the department of Loreto.

Dining in opulence, you will walk on the finest hardwood floors amongst handmade, Peruvian artefacts, relaxing on the outdoor lounges and the sun deck, or maybe having a dip in the plunge pool or spa.

After an orientation briefing on board, you’ll head off to Pahauchiro to explore some of the Marañon River. Cruise the river in search of playful monkeys and let your naturalist guide spot the amazing birdlife. It is the perfect opportunity to photograph your first sunset in the beautiful Amazon. Pahuachiro is the ideal location to witness dolphins, caimans and silver back tamarillo monkeys and maybe even some sloths in their natural habitat!

Rise early and take advantage of the bountiful wildlife that fill the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve during those morning hours. Iquitos Caño is your first stop in the skiff today, an area known for its large trees and old palms, and home to several parrot species. Be sure to keep an attentive eye out to spot the famous ‘reptile bird’ hoatzins nesting just above the waters edge. This is also the location for the three-toed sloths, so keep those cameras ready.

An experienced unequalled in the rainforest, you’ll get the chance to discover the Canopy Walkway. Sitting at 25 metres high and extending around half a kilometre long, the Canopy Walkway provides the best vantage point for observing Amazon wildlife and vegetation.

Considered the largest pharmaceutical reserve in the world, you also have the opportunity to explore the Peruvian Amazon and its 965 species of wild plants on a nature walk this afternoon. Learn how the 59 cultivated plant species are used by the locals to cure and prevent many illnesses. Experience the simple yet rewarding life along the river for the local ribereño natives, living amidst the ‘Terra Firma’ (non-flooded) forest.

Your cruising continues through the Yanayacu and Pucate Rivers peeking into different creeks and lagoons. This is among the most well-preserved and protected zones of the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve. Pay attention to your guide, who has an expert eye for pinpointing all the biodiversity of this region. You will even have the chance to search for the famous pink dolphins.

At nightfall, your naturalist guide will invite you to board one of the skiffs. At night, the biodiversity of the jungle totally changes. You’ll search for alligators, bats and more nocturnal creatures that are as interesting and unique as daytime.

Today’s excursion takes us along the creeks of Nauta Caño. Let your guide uncover all those seemingly hidden creatures flying and swimming around you like silver back tamarillo monkeys, birds, dolphins and sloths!

Next, we’ll walk along the Fundo Casual jungle trail, a track leading you deep into the rainforest. Your guide will point out the dynamic creatures and vegetation of the Amazon. Everything from anacondas, rainbow boas, tarantulas and porcupines have been spotted here, and it’s also one of the few places where the elusive two-toed sloth has been spotted.

We will raise a toast and witness the distinguished colours of the three rivers, better known as the ‘Unión de los Ríos.’ The Ucayali River confluences with the Marañon River to form what’s considered as the main stem of the Amazon River. Providing a plethora of photo opportunities, we’ll cruise down the river to catch a beautiful Amazonian sunset.

Relax this evening, reminiscing on all the special sights you’ve seen and the amazing photos you’ve captured of this true, natural wonderland.

Today marks the end of your incredible Amazon Cruise on board the MS Delfin III. As you are being transferred to the airport for you onward journey, you will stop to visit the Rescue & Rehabilitation Center of River Mammals (Amazon Forever), where you’ll get the chance to meet baby manatees. We hope you leave with fantastic memories!