TAMSHIYACU – TAHUAYO REGIONAL CONSERVATION AREA (3 Days / 2 Nights)

Discover the Tamshiyacu–Tahuayo Regional Conservation Area  one of the Amazon’s most biodiverse and untouched regions, just a few hours from Iquitos, Peru. Spanning over 1 million acres of protected rainforest, this hidden gem is home to 16 species of monkeys, including the rare Red Uakari and the tiny Pygmy Marmoset  the smallest monkey in the world.

You’ll also find pink river dolphins, jaguars, sloths, giant otters, black caimans, and more than 600 species of birds flying freely above the treetops.

For over 40 years, this area has been a hub for scientific research and conservation, thanks to strong collaboration with local communities. Your visit directly supports sustainable tourism and helps protect this incredible ecosystem.

Experience true adventure with guided jungle hikes, wildlife tracking, piranha fishing, night safaris, and authentic cultural encounters  all in one unforgettable trip.witness some of the Amazon’s rarest and most iconic creatures, including:

• Red Bald Uakari Monkey
• Pink and Grey River Dolphins
• Brown-Throated Sloths
• Capybaras
• Black and Spectacled Caimans
• Giant Anteaters and Armadillos
• Harpy Eagles
• Wattled Curassows and Hoatzins

This immersive adventure is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness the rich tapestry of life in one of the most ecologically significant areas of the Amazon. By visiting, you not only experience the incredible beauty and wildlife of the Peruvian Amazon but also support ongoing conservation efforts that ensure the region’s long-term protection.

Tamshiyacu–Tahuayo Regional Conservation Area

3 Days / 2 Nights at Capybara Eco Lodge

Day 1 – Into the Wild Amazon

9:00 AM – Pick-up from your hotel in Iquitos. Travel by private car (approx. 1.50 hrs) to San Joaquín de Omaguas, a jungle village on the edge of the protected area.

10:30 AM – Board a motorized boat for a 2-hour ride through winding rivers into the heart of the rainforest. Keep your eyes open for capybaras, pink river dolphins, iguanas, and flocks of vibrant macaws soaring above the canopy.

12:30 AM – Arrival at Capybara Eco Lodge. Welcome drink and orientation by your private guide.

1:00 PM – Lunch featuring regional Amazonian cuisine.

3:00 PM – Wildlife Tracking Hike: Explore a nearby trail system where you may see your first monkeys, such as squirrel monkeys, tamarins, and howler monkeys. In this dense jungle, wildlife is abundant  and with extreme luck, some guests have even glimpsed a jaguar crossing a riverbank trail.

7:00 PM – Dinner.

8:00 PM – Night Walk: Discover nocturnal life like frogs, tarantulas, glowing worns, and hear the distant calls of night monkeys.

Day 2 – Full Jungle Immersion

6:00 AM – Sunrise Birdwatching by Canoe: Paddle silently along narrow streams, spotting macaws, toucans, herons, and the primitive hoatzin near the riverbanks. Early morning is ideal for spotting capybaras near water.

8:00 AM – Breakfast.

9:00 AM – Deep Rainforest Hike & Primate Tracking: Venture into the interior of the conservation zone. This area is home to over 16 species of monkeys, including red howlers, pygmy marmosets, and sakis. Learn about jungle survival skills, medicinal plants, and the delicate ecosystems that support top predators like the jaguar, which leaves subtle signs like tracks or scratches along the trail.

1:00 PM – Lunch 

3:30 PM – River Safari to Oxbow Lake: Navigate through narrow channels in search of pink dolphins, sloths, caimans, and river birds. Keep your binoculars ready this is a hotspot for macaws, kingfishers, and possibly even a resting anaconda.

7:00 PM – Dinner.

8:00 PM – Optional Night Canoe Ride or relax in a hammock under the stars.

Day 3 – Final Encounters & Return

6:30 AM – Morning Wildlife Expedition: Visit an area rich in frog species, giant insects, and more monkeys. Some areas are frequented by giant river otters and tapirs, and occasional the elusive jaguar.

8:00 AM – Breakfast.

9:00 AM – Visit to a local community conservation project and support local artisans.

12:00 AM – Lunch Begin return boat journey to San Joaquín de Omaguas.

1:00 PM – Return by private car to Iquitos.

3:30–4:00 PM – Drop-off at your hotel or airport. End of service.

✅ Wildlife You Might Encounter:

• ✅ Capybaras along riverbanks

• ✅ Scarlet & Blue-and-yellow Macaws

• ✅ 16+ Primate species, including Pygmy Marmoset and Red Uakari

• ✅ Pink & Gray River Dolphins

• ✅ Caimans, Sloths, Anacondas, Giant Otters

🔍 Possible Jaguar Sightings (rare and thrilling)