About Peru amazon
The Amazon region, the planet’s greatest biodiversity hotspot, covers more than 2.9 million square miles, that’s more than thirty times the size of the UK. The Amazon river is 4,000 miles long (6,400 km), from its source high in the Peruvian Andes. It is the equivalent of the distance from New York City to Rome.
In terms of river trips, there’s everything from luxury cruisers out from Iquitos city, and in recent years, lodges have sprung up all over the Amazon, especially around Puerto Maldonado - Tambopata, many of them in remote areas. The so-called headwaters of the Amazon in Peru have become especially popular with birdwatchers and butterfly-seekers.
Amazon Peru destinations
Disconnect from the traditional world, enjoy the landscape, hiking, exotic nature and rest in Lodges deep inside the jungle where the experience is authentic. At night be without electricity, live only with the light of the moon and fireflies, changing the noise of the city and traffic by the singing of animals at night.
Among the destinations that we recommend to live these experiences are:
Puerto Maldonado
It is located in the heart of the Peruvian jungle 1 hour from the city of Cusco in flight. Sail in motorboats through the tributary jungle rivers of the great Amazon River and discover the most incredible flora and fauna of the place: parrots and frogs of all colors, alligators and exotic birds such as the cock of the rocks, among many others that make up this ecosystem and rest at night in lodges where you will have all the comforts at your fingertips. Three days is the minimum essential for an adventure of your life in the Peruvian jungle. Pack with your family or friends and we fix everything!
Gocta waterfall
Is at an altitude of 1,800 meters above sea level. This is a 10-kilometer round trip hike, it can be done in half a day through a trail and you will reach the waters of this wonderful waterfall, one of the highest in the world. Feel the falling water on your face, bathe in its cold waters or simply admire the environment that surrounds you. Arrive on regular flights from Lima to Jaen, and in just 3 hours 30 minutes you will be standing looking at this formidable waterfall. Invest time in the area to visit the fortress of Kuelap, bastion of the Chachapoyas culture. You will arrive easily by cable car in 20 minutes to this incredible fortress citadel. You can also visit the ancient city of Chachapoyas at 2, 500 meters above sea level; walk through its cobblestone streets, it is one of the oldest cities in Peru and one of the few that still maintains the manorial air and Hispanic influence. Land of orchids, hummingbirds, sugarcane and coffee.
National Park of Manu
Starting in the Biological station of Wayqecha located in the beginning of the rainforest and classified as cloud forest for its height. There you will have the opportunity to see wild animals such us pumas, spectacled bears and of course many butterflies.
Peru Amazon jungle weather
Weather conditions in the Amazon jungle of Peru change depending on the time of the year, and it is important to understand how these changes could affect your visit. The winter in this area (June to September) correspond to the summer of the northern hemisphere (USA, Canada, Mexico, Europe, Asia …). However, the rainy season runs from mid-September to mid of May. For example the climate of Puerto Maldonado is tropical humid with high temperatures throughout the year, especially in August and September. Rains are abundant from October to April. The temperature generally varies from 18 ° C to 32 ° C, and rarely falls below 13 ° C or rises above 36 ° C. (18°C = 64.4 F) (32° C = 89.6 F).
How about accommodation in peruvian jungle
Porcell Tours has personally explored the lodges in the Amazon rainforest of Peru. The accommodations that we work with in the jungle are also recommended by our guests that stayed there. Among others, these are some Amazon accommodations:
Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica (IRA): This lodge offers the most plush accommodation and facilities in Peru’s rainforest at only 45-minute motorboat ride from the city of Puerto Maldonado. Visitors may enjoy a la carte experiences and meals, allowing guests to treat themselves to rustic elegance in the jungle.
Inkaterra Hacienda Concepción (IHC): A sister property of Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica, Hacienda Concepción offers a similar level of comfort and eco-luxury making it the best lodge for travelers looking to get a taste of the Amazon without traveling too deep into the jungle. It is only a 20-minute boat ride from Puerto Maldonado. Hacienda Concepcion offers a fixed schedule of activities vs the a la carte excursions at Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica.
Posada Amazonas (PA): Owned by a local company and the native community of Infierno, Posada Amazonas is well connected with the locals. This lodge is only about 2 hours from Puerto Maldonado, and is the ideal place to support and learn about the fascinating communities of the jungle.
Corto Maltes Amazonia (CMA): It is a great choice for travelers going to Puerto Maldonado, as it offers an environment for families as well as numerous services designed to improve your stay. Rooms at Corto Maltes Amazonia Hotel offer mosquito nets, and guests can be connected to the internet. They also have a pool.
Best time to visit the peruvian amazon
Peru's Amazon enjoys the same climate as most South American tropical rainforests. Temperatures stay constant throughout the year, averaging 26°C or 80 F. Humidity is high all year-long, with the lowest percentages, around 80 percent humidity, in the dry season. In the rainy season, humidity is often 100 percent. The dry season, which lasts from mid of May to mid-September, is the best time to visit if you want to trek or spend long days exploring because rain is less frequent. During the rainy season, on the other hand, it rains heavily and almost daily, making the soil slippery and difficult to navigate. However, this is no obstacle for visiting our jungle, we have beautiful lodges where you will have all the comforts at your fingertips. Three days is the minimum essential for an adventure of your life in the Peruvian jungle.
Amazon is safe?
We works with strategic partners in this zone of Peru to ensure safe and sustainable travel around the region. Our partners offer security and trust to all our clients who visit these facilities and their surroundings. We always demand our clients to respect the rules and follow the orders of the local guides and of the staff of the lodges, so that you can be safe in your visit in the jungle and enjoy this beautiful area with your family or friends.
Is the food in the Peruvian amazon tasty?
In the Amazon jungle of Peru, there are plentiful fruits such as papayas, maracuya or passion fruit, chirimoya or custard apple and mangoes among others and they are part of the everyday meals of the population. Bananas are a staple food, they accompany almost every dish in many different ways. They are eaten fried, grilled, boiled, mashed and raw.
The Amazon Rivers of Peru provide plenty of fresh water fish; those that are part of the local cuisine are paiche, sabalo, bagre, palometa and even piranha among others. They are prepared in many dishes including soups and stews. Peruvian law now prohibits the hunt of river turtles and black caymans but they were once a delicacy in Peruvian Amazon cuisine.
