What vaccinations are necessary?
Currently, a yellow fever vaccination is recommended (not mandatory) for travelers to the Peruvian Amazon. This vaccination, which is valid for 10 years, should be administered at least 10 days before your arrival to the Amazon area.
Is malaria a serious issue in the Amazon?
While malaria is present in the Amazon, it is not a serious problem for travelers. Cases of malaria are well confined outside of the touristic areas, so there is no need to worry about any risks.
How much luggage is allowed on the Amazon tours?
All Amazon packages allow up to 10kg of luggage per person. Upon arrival into the jungle, a representative from the lodge will take your extra luggage and securely store it in their main facility in the city before heading to the lodge.
What kinds of things should I pack for the Amazon?
Here is a packing list that we recommend for your Amazon jungle tours: long sleeved cotton shirts; tight-weave long pants; swimming suit, broad brimmed hat; binoculars; camera; flashlight with batteries; ankle-high hiking boots; sun block lotion; hat with netting, sunglasses; and insect repellent.
Is there electricity in the lodges?
Many of the lodges have electricity, but oftentimes it is limited to the evening during dinnertime. At night, candles or lanterns are used in the rooms and hallways. This creates a beautiful ambiance while conserving energy.
Is there hot water in the lodges?
Only one or two lodges provide hot water, after spending a day in the hot and humid jungle, a cool shower is usually a welcome moment.
It is possible to wander around on one’s own or are we confined to the hotel property?
You will be able to go around and near the hotel, but we do not recommend you going any further because you can easily get lost. There are many trails and they all look the same, so it is always better to be with someone from the area.
Is there canopy zip lining in the Amazon?
It depends where you are staying. The northern Amazon of Peru, near Iquitos, has zip lines, but in the southern Amazon, near Puerto Maldonado and Manu, zip lines haven’t been developed yet. However, each lodge has some way for you to see the Amazon from above, such as canopy walkways or bird watching observation towers.
Would you recommend taking broad spectrum antibiotics?
You don’t need to go to this extent, as you will be staying in good hotels throughout your trip and a top-notch jungle lodge with high quality food. However, we always recommend talking to your doctor or the local Health Department about any health concerns you have before traveling.
