Traveling to America to experience the soccer World Cup is a unique trip; for it to become an epic experience, it is necessary to complement it with a jungle adventure. The Peruvian Amazon is one of the most impressive places in the world, with lush nature and wildlife that seems to be taken from another planet. However, to delve into this tropical forest, it is necessary to plan meticulously. Especially if you want to go on an ecotourism trip on a private tour in the Amazon.
At Peru Jungle Trips we specialize in expeditions that combine hiking, flora and fauna observation, river navigation in the Amazon, and more. Through our personalized tours, we accompany travelers from all over the world to live epic adventures. Therefore, in this blog, we tell you what you need to know to choose a tour that will make a difference in your next adventure.
Preparation for travelers and travel tips
Ecotourism covers more than a label; it is an active commitment to environmental conservation, especially when one is traveling. Therefore, here we provide you with the tips and tours to live the best adventure.
Preparation for travelers
Every traveler is unique, and so is the experience they seek to live! Consequently, it is necessary that before traveling to the Amazon, every traveler prepares appropriately. At Peru Jungle Trips, we present the best tips for you to prepare before traveling to the Peruvian Amazon.
- Choose the best season: in the Peruvian Amazon, you will find the dry season and the rainy season. Choose the one that best adapts to the experience you are looking to live.
- Pack quick-drying clothes: use neutral colors like olive green and avoid wearing bright colors like red. Jeans are your worst enemy because, in addition to their weight, they dry slowly.
- Buy your medicines in advance: finding pharmacies inside the Peruvian Amazon is complex. Therefore, you must acquire your medicines before traveling. Do not forget to transport them properly!
Now that you know what it takes to travel to the Peruvian Amazon, quote your trip.
Tips for choosing your expedition in the Amazon
To ensure your trip will have a positive impact, we advise you to follow these recommendations:
- Travel in small groups: traveling in small groups allows you to better observe jungle animals such as blue macaws, sloths, capybaras, caimans, and more. Depending on your luck, you may see the most dangerous animals in the Amazon like the jaguar!
- Contribute to the local economy by choosing local guides: make sure the staff accompanying you on your trip are locals. Traveling with local guides, drivers, and chefs, among others, guarantees that your adventure contributes to the local economy. Furthermore, no one has a better mastery of the routes than local guides.
- Prioritize taking tours in areas where they directly implement projects: by taking a private tour in the Amazon in a destination where projects are carried out, you will be able to, in addition to being part of them, see the traceability of the initiatives. On our private tours in Iquitos or the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, you can closely observe the development of these projects.
- Respect wildlife in its habitat: authentic ecotourism allows you to observe Amazonian fauna without being invasive. Our certified professional guides will teach you to observe caimans, sloths, exotic birds, rare snakes, and more from safe distances. Therefore, you can guarantee spectacular photography without putting your trip at risk.
Private tour and group tour: What type of tour to choose?
At Peru Jungle Trips we want to help you make the best decision for your next trip. Therefore, we have prepared the following comparative table:
| Characteristics | Private Tour at Peru Jungle Trips | Conventional Mass Agencies |
| Group size | Exclusive (travel with your family, friends, or by yourself). | Groups of more than 8 people up to 25 people per guide. |
| Activities | You can choose what activities to do and their duration. | You must adapt to the itinerary previously established by the travel agency. |
| Accompanying staff | You have the company of 1 private guide, a chef, and a driver. | The guide is in charge of multiple passengers, so the attention is not personalized. |
| Social projects | Tree planting projects. Taricaya turtle egg protection project. Christmas chocolatada events. | It is difficult to track the projects being carried out. |
| Meals | You can choose the type of food you want throughout the trip. From specific or vegetarian diets to one that prioritizes traditional local dishes. | You can choose between the standardized menu prepared by the group’s chef or the lunch boxes they send. |
| Duration of the expedition | You can choose the number of days the expedition will last. For example, if you decide to book an expedition to Manu but want it to last 9 days, despite not having this expedition open to the public; we can make it happen. | You must adapt to the pre-established number of days in the tours and will hardly be able to extend or reduce your stay. |
Gastronomy in the Peruvian Amazon
A good tour to the Peruvian Amazon is accompanied by an excellent culinary experience. At Peru Jungle Trips, each of our chefs specializes in various areas of Peruvian gastronomy. Consequently, on each of our private tours to the Peruvian Amazon, you can delight your palate with the following traditional dishes:
- Juane: consumed mainly during the feast of San Juan. This dish is commonly prepared with chicken or hen, egg, olive, and rice.
- Tacacho con cecina: characterized by containing smoked pork, the cecina is prepared in a unique way.
- Fried piranha: one of the most adventurous and requested dishes by our travelers.
Souvenirs with ancient value
Hundreds of travelers visit the Peruvian Amazon every day; however, few of them take home an authentic souvenir of their memorable trip.
The handicrafts of the Peruvian Amazon are characterized by having unique patterns. In civilizations like the Shipibo-Konibo, each of the strokes has a deep cultural meaning as they narrate the history of the family that paints it. In the Matsigenka civilization, the handicrafts tell of their link with the Amazonian environment and mythology.
On our various private tours to the Peruvian Amazon, you will have the opportunity to engage in cultural exchanges with local communities.
- On our 6-day expedition to the Manu reserved zone, you can rest at the Casa Matsigenka where the various Matsigenka families will teach you about their traditions, customs, and history. A true cultural exchange!
- If fishing is your thing, our expedition to the Pacaya Samiria Reserve will fascinate you. On this expedition, you will be able to learn from the 20 de Enero Community about traditional fishing strategies in the Amazon rainforest. Learn from authentic fishing masters! You can also visit the Pua Kamatawara Women Artisans Center, whose works are recognized for being made with natural chambira fiber and the art of carving wingo (Amazonian gourd).
Do you want to live an authentic cultural experience? Book now.
