Amazon Encounter - High Water Season

Arrive in Iquitos, a busy river city surrounded by jungle and waterways. Meet your guide at the airport and travel by private vehicle toward Nauta, one of Loreto’s oldest towns. A prepared lunchbox keeps you refreshed along the way.

At the private port in Nauta, board your Delfin vessel and move into your suite, designed with local materials, woven details, natural fabrics, and a private terrace.

As the ship sails onto the Marañón River, gather in the observation lounge where a naturalist outlines the upcoming route, including wildlife, ecosystems, and regional history.

At dusk, join a skiff ride through the flooded forest. Watch monkeys climb through branches and colorful birds rest overhead. As night falls, search for caimans, owls, and other nocturnal species under the dark sky. This first excursion introduces you to the Amazon during high water, when the forest becomes a living, shifting habitat.

Start the day exploring Amazon Natural Park on guided jungle paths. Learn how medicinal plants support local traditions and gain insight into their uses. Take part in a shaman-led ceremony that shares cultural practices tied to the rainforest.

In the afternoon, move onto the Yanayacu Pucate River. Paddle a kayak across calm, reflective waters while surrounded by flooded forest. Listen for bird calls, spot wildlife along the banks, and experience the Amazon from a unique water-level view.

In the morning, step into the rainforest at Fundo Casual for a guided trail walk. This area is home to towering ceiba trees, vibrant flora, and fascinating wildlife. As you walk under the forest canopy, your naturalist guide will reveal the ecological wonders and hidden stories of the Amazon.

In the afternoon, the calm waters of Nauta Caño invite you to try your hand at the traditional art of piranha fishing, surrounded by the symphony of the flooded forest. After dinner, return to Nauta Caño for a night safari, where the jungle transforms under starlight. Caimans, owls, and other nocturnal creatures emerge, offering a thrilling glimpse of the Amazon after dark.

Before breakfast, witness one of the Amazon’s most breathtaking sights: the Confluence of the Rivers, where the Ucayali and Marañón join to give birth to the mighty Amazon River. This natural wonder is a powerful reminder of the vastness and unity of the rainforest.

Later in the morning, visit the welcoming community of San José de Paranapura. Here, you’ll learn about daily life along the river, from traditions and crafts to the ways families live in harmony with their environment.

In the afternoon, set out on a skiff exploration of the Yarapa River. Its calm, winding waters are home to a wealth of wildlife, from playful monkeys to colorful birds. Each turn reveals a new glimpse of the thriving biodiversity that makes the Amazon so extraordinary.

With warm hearts, the staff will bid you farewell as your journey comes to an end. At Nauta’s port, the team will escort you by private vehicle back to Iquitos, a scenic 95-kilometer drive.

Before your flight, enjoy an interactive activity about melipona stingless bees and their crucial role in the Amazon ecosystem. You’ll also visit the Amazon Research Center for Ornamental Fishes, where you can admire the Amazon’s vibrant aquatic life—from giant arapaima to colorful freshwater stingrays. This final stop offers a beautiful farewell to the region’s rich biodiversity.

The team will assist with your luggage and check-in at Iquitos airport. At security, your guide and the Delfin crew will warmly say goodbye, hoping your Amazon journey leaves you with unforgettable memories.