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Amazon River Tour & Trip Ratings
Tour Reviews
Overall the trip was planned to perfection. We were late in our planning and our agent worked very hard to find us an itinerary that was complete and varied and pla...
"We started planning for this trip over a year ago and knew very little about Peru when we began. I we were sure about was that we wanted to see Machu Picchu and the...
The trip was fantastic and the travel company in the U.S. and Peru were excellent. All the arrangements worked seamlessly. We were met on time by drivers and guide...
I've done a lot of international travel both independently and with tours. Having a trip tailor-made to your interests, having your own guide, and having local...
"The trip overall was a lot of fun! All of the accommodations were good, but the accommodations in Machu Picchu and Quito were exceptional. If you're from the lowlan...
Traveling as a group of 4 people, we couldn't have asked for a better experience than working with our travel agent and the Peru tour company. This was our first tri...
"Our trip was flawlessly planned and executed by the Peru tour company! Our travels through Peru gave us an amazing cultural experience...not to mention the visual ...
Excellent trip. Our Peru travel agent did a terrific job of organizi...
Timely response to questions/requests. All guides/drivers showed up on time, no glitches, guides were very knowledgeable. Would use this company again. Very pleased....
The agent was very responsive to our requests and preferences. Every detail was in place. All vouchers were in order, and every transfer went off without a hitch. It...
"Our family trip to Peru was excellent. We felt we got excellent value for the money. The travel company was easy to work with, very responsive and knowledgeable abo...
The trip was great. All arrangements were good and the local companies they use were on time, had good guides and drivers. Andrew that worked with us was knowledgeab...
The trip was outstanding! The travel company used excellent local tour guides and was very accommodation to my specific requests. Overall, the travel company deserve...
Responsive, good planners
Excellent trip. Well organized. Flawless execution...
It was a great trip - everything worked out very well. We didn't get the trip finalized until the last minute and that was a bit stressful. It all worked out in the ...
This Peru travel agency organized the entire trip, and everything was spot on. I know it was expensive, but we knew that with such limited time available to us we di...
From your first contact to plan your trip, to the very end when you leave, Kuoda does not disappoint. Fantastic customer service, an itinerary built to give you the ...
Booked entire trip via Kuoda. They handled the hotels, many meals, and tourist sites. The staff was wonderful. Pilar was our tour guide who totally took care of us. ...
We all agreed the service we got from Kuoda was excellent and couldn't have been better. I honestly can't think of anything you could've done to improve service. I...
Editor’s Take
Most trip reviews tend to focus on some or all of these 5 key areas, not all of which may be relevant to you: the tour guide, travel company, service level, country or countries traveled in, and the trip itinerary.
Remember, just because you see a 1 star review doesn’t necessarily mean that person disliked the country.
Traveling to the Amazon is unlike most vacations. Many trips to the Amazon consist of river cruises, with limited to no access to internet. You’re in the rainforest! If the weather permits, sit outside on the boat and enjoy your time floating on the water, taking in the scenery. Most people tend to forget this since we are in a world that is so dependent on our electronics.
If you’re prepared for this, it won’t be as much as a shock. Some lodges allow for internet connection, so if this makes or breaks a trip for you, make sure to research trips that feature stays that have internet connections. There is also no guarantee you will see specific wildlife.
Going in with an open mind, just looking forward to seeing anything that surprises you will help make the trip better. Bring breathable layers. While the weather is usually hot and humid, you want to stay protected from the insects and mosquitoes.
Many reviewers noted how safe they felt on their Amazon tours. The guides were knowledgeable and helpful, and travelers felt secure despite being so far from civilization. Transportation, lodging, activities, and all the other details were taken care of by the tours.
The quality of the services provided (lodging and transportation) were noted to be very good. Having everything booked and ready is extremely helpful being so far out in the nature. Some things are better left to the professionals, and many travelers agreed. Having people who knew what they were doing allowed for everyone to enjoy the trip as much as possible, stress free.
Many reviewers also noted the once in a lifetime opportunity to stay in lodges in the Amazon. Being away from the world in such a beautiful location was a memorable experience. The scenery is amazing, and you have great viewing options. It gives you another perspective of the Amazon.
A common trend in the reviews talked about the cooking and dining options. There aren’t exactly a plethora restaurants to pop into. Regardless, reviews mentioned how delicious the food was, despite being in the middle of nowhere.
Experiences are unique and there are itineraries for everyone. There are a wide range of activities, from swimming with dolphins, searching for animals, meeting with native villagers, and kayaking through the Amazon. Learn about different medicinal plants, or take a tour of a primate research center.
If you’re really daring, go piranha fishing, and if you catch one, fry it up and eat it for dinner! Tours give awesome views of the Amazon, and you have the chance to see it from land and from the water.
If you want a professional take on traveling in the Amazon, see the Stride Amazon River Guide »
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