Peru is the source of the mightly Amazon river, and one of its more ecologically diverse portions. 60% of Peru’s landscape belongs to the Amazon, separated into two distinct ecological regions, and home to 5% of the country's human population.
You can visit the Peruvian Amazon at any time of year. The high water season in Peru’s Amazon is from December through May. The low water season lasts from June through November. Rain is common throughout the year, but heaviest in December to May.
If you choose to go during the rainy (high water) season, your opportunities for shore excursions could be limited, due to flooding and difficulty navigating through muddy paths. Mosquitos also love this time of year, and Peru is a Zika zone, so be very careful when traveling during wet weather. Wear lots of bug spray and wear long sleeves and pants.
If you choose to take a Peru river cruise in the dry season (June through November), you will have much more opportunity to disembark and explore the jungle. However, some of the smaller creeks and byways that are navigable during the rainy season are now inaccessible to river boat vessels. So you won’t have as much chance to explore “off the beaten path” (or river as the case may be) if you travel during this time of year.
Rainforest Wildlife Photography Tour
If you ever wanted to learn more about wildlife photography, this is the tour for you. The Amazon Jungle is rife with diverse and incredible animals to observe through your lens. Get practice shooting in multiple conditions including night photography and macro photography.
Aria Amazon River Cruise
Spend 8 days aboard the "Aria" as you visit the beautiful Peruvian Amazon. Enjoy cocktails under the stars on the roof deck, keep a lookout for rare animals, including the shy pink dolphin, and explore the curious black water lagoons of Nauta Caño. For a well rounded view of all that the Amazon has to offer, this is the perfect trip.
Amazon River Cruises
10 Days of floating down the Amazons ancient waters. Discover incredible and rare wildlife, including the pink dolphins and Peru's many diverse bird species in the Pacaya-Samiria Reserve. This tour will leave you in awe of the many animals and plants that make the Amazon their home.
Amazon Riverboat & Rainforest Lodge
This tour gives you 7 days in the Amazon. You will have the opportunity to visit with local villages and schools, learning native crafts, walk through the canopy among the more elusive Amazonian wildlife, and stay in forest lodges. For a uniquely local experience, this tour is the perfect way to get to know the Amazon and it's teeming life, both human and animal form.
The Inca Empire and the Amazon River Cruise
Take 10 days to discover some of Peru's greatest sights and elusive wildlife on an all encompassing journey through history. Start by exploring the Inca Empire legacy at Machu Picchu followed by the ruins of the Sacred Valley before embarking on a river cruise along the beautiful Amazon. Visit San Francisco Village and learn about local life along the Amazon.
Adventures in Machu Picchu and the Jungle
Expert guides lead you through the many ruins of Peru, as you follow in the footsteps of the ancient Inca and seek out the many rare species who make their home in the surrounding jungle. Learn about the local culture and sprawling history of Peru over a magical 8 days.
The Spirit of Peru: The Amazon, Machu Picchu and The Nazca Lines
Explore the ancient civilizations of Peru on an in depth 11 day guided tour. Spend 4 days in the wild, untamed Amazon before heading to Cusco, where you'll discover the Sacred Valley and famous Incan ruins. Visit Lima, Fly over the mysterious Nazca Lines, and take a Ballestas Island cruise as well for a well rounded exploration of Peru.
