TAMSHIYACU – TAHUAYO REGIONAL CONSERVATION AREA (6 Days / 5 Nights) at CAPIBARA ECO LODGE

TAMSHIYACU – TAHUAYO REGIONAL CONSERVATION AREA (6 Days / 5 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

6 Days / 5 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. 1.5 hrs) to San Joaquín de Omaguas, a jungle village on the edge of the protected area.
11:30 AM – Board a motorized boat for a 2-hour ride through winding rivers into the heart of the rainforest. Look out for capybaras, pink river dolphins, iguanas, and vibrant macaws soaring overhead.
12:30 PM – Arrival at Capybara Eco Lodge. Welcome drink and orientation by your guide.
1:00 PM – Lunch featuring regional Amazonian cuisine.
3:00 PM – Wildlife Tracking Hike: Explore nearby trails and begin spotting monkeys like squirrel monkeys, tamarins, and howlers. With extreme luck, guests have even glimpsed a jaguar crossing a riverbank trail.
7:00 PM – Dinner.
8:00 PM – Night Walk: Discover nocturnal life  frogs, tarantulas, glowing worms, and the calls of night monkeys.

Day 2 – Full Jungle Immersion

6:00 AM – Sunrise Birdwatching by Canoe: Glide silently through streams to spot macaws, toucans, hoatzins, and maybe capybaras at the riverbanks.
8:00 AM – Breakfast.
9:00 AM – Deep Rainforest Hike & Primate Tracking: Venture into the reserve’s interior. Search for 16+ monkey species, including red howlers, pygmy marmosets, and sakis. Learn survival skills and track subtle signs of jaguars.
1:00 PM – Lunch.
3:30 PM – River Safari to Oxbow Lake: Navigate through narrow channels to see pink dolphins, sloths, caimans, and river birds. Binoculars ready for macaws, kingfishers, and possibly an anaconda.
7:00 PM – Dinner.
8:00 PM – Optional night canoe ride or relax under the stars.

Day 3 – Deeper Amazon Exploration

8:00 AM – Breakfast.
9:00 AM – Morning River Expedition: Travel deeper into the reserve to explore hidden jungle creeks and remote oxbow lakes. High chances to spot macaws, capybaras, monkeys, and possibly jaguar tracks or sightings of giant otters and sloths.
1:00 PM – Return to the lodge for lunch 
3:30 PM – Optional jungle walk or canoe ride to discover more wildlife during golden hour.
7:00 PM – Dinner.
8:00 PM – Optional night paddle or stargazing from the dock.

Day 4 – Full-Day Jungle Exploration & Camping

6:30 AM – Breakfast.
7:30 AM – Full-Day Excursion: Head deep into the remote zones of the reserve, navigating wild rivers and creeks.

• Piranha fishing (catch & release) at a secluded oxbow lake.

• Swimming in safe river spots, approved by your guide.

• Picnic lunch in the wild, prepared by your team.
  4:30 PM – Arrive at a secluded jungle campsite. Set up tents and enjoy the pristine wilderness.
  7:00 PM – Campfire dinner under the stars.
  8:00 PM – Night hike to hear the calls of nocturnal creatures and maybe spot night monkeys or owls.
  Overnight in the jungle (camping).

Day 5 – Sloth & Red Uakari Quest

6:00 AM – Wake up with the jungle’s dawn chorus. Breakfast at camp.
7:00 AM – Deep Jungle Exploration: Venture into areas known for the elusive three-toed sloth and the rare red Uakari monkey (found only in select flooded forests).

• Learn about their behaviors and habitats.

• Spot other wildlife, including macaws, tamarins, and river otters.
  12:30 PM – Picnic lunch on a riverbank or in the shade of the jungle.
  3:30 PM – Return by boat to Capybara Eco Lodge for a well-deserved rest.
  7:00 PM – Dinner.
  8:00 PM – Optional night paddle or stargazing from the lodge dock.

Day 6 – Final Encounters & Return

6:30 AM – Morning Wildlife Walk: Visit a frog-rich zone and search for more monkeys, giant insects, or rare sightings like tapirs or even a jaguar.
8:00 AM – Breakfast.
9:00 AM – Visit to a local community conservation project and support local artisans.
12:00 PM – Lunch.
1:00 PM – Begin return journey by boat to San Joaquín de Omaguas.
3:30–4:00 PM – Arrival in Iquitos and drop-off at your hotel or airport.
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✅ Wildlife You Might Encounter:

• ✅ Capybaras along riverbanks

• ✅ Scarlet & Blue-and-yellow Macaws

• ✅ 16+ Primate species (Red Uakari, Howlers, Tamarins, Marmosets)

• ✅ Pink & Gray River Dolphins

• ✅ Caimans, Sloths, Anacondas, Giant Otters

🔍 Possible Jaguar Sightings (rare but thrilling!)