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Iquitos
Peru - Loreto
Peru - Loreto
Iquitos is the largest city in the Peruvian Amazon, reachable only by air or river. It is the gateway to the rainforest, with nature reserves, encounters with pink dolphins and eco-lodges in the jungle.
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The mightiest river in the world, with boat trips, pink dolphin spotting and unique sunsets.
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Floating neighbourhood on the Itaya river, with houses on rafts and the most colourful market in Iquitos.
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Nature reserve with Amazonian biodiversity, trails and wildlife watching.
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🕐 Opening hours: Check-in: 2 pm, Check-out: 11 am
📞 Contact: +51 65 234 5678
📍 View on Google Maps →💰 Estimated price: $15-35
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📍 View on Google Maps →💰 Estimated price: $15-30
📍 View on Google Maps →📍 Places they visit: Pink dolphins, Amazon River, Monkey Island
🕐 Horario: 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM
📞 Phone: +51 65 333 4455
📍 Places they visit: Allpahuayo Mishana Reserve, Pacaya Samiria, Indigenous community
🕐 Horario: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
📞 Phone: +51 65 444 5566
📍 Places they visit: Amazon river cruise, Wildlife watching, Jungle camping
🕐 Horario: 5:00 AM - 6:00 PM
📞 Phone: +51 65 555 6677
Taste the traditional flavours of this region
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Strong mosquito protection if you plan to visit Iquitos or Puerto Maldonado.
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Maximum-protection sunscreen, essential for the high radiation in high-altitude areas.
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