Peru is one of the leading South American destinations in which to enjoy tropical Amazon rainforest. Our time in Iquitos will be divided between Allpahuayo Mishana, Explornapo and Muyuna Lodge. With an area species list of over 600 species, we shall certainly have our hands full with an amazing volume of exciting species! While quite impossible to mention all the possible highlights, some of the major target species encompass Ancient Antwren, Allpahuayo Antbird, Nocturnal Curassow, Wattled Curassow, Rufous and White-winged Potoos, Pompadour Cotinga, Northern Chestnut-tailed Antbird, Zimmer's Tody-Tyrant, Castelnau's Antshrike, Amazonian Umbrellabird, Zimmer's Woodcreeper and Black-necked Red Cotinga, Dugand’s Antwren, Pavonine Quetzal and Crested Eagle.
Ancient & Dugand’s Antwrens; Allpahuayo & White-plumed Antbirds; Iquitos Gnatcatcher; Black-spotted Bare-eye; Mishana Tyrannulet; Ochre-striped Antpitta; Wattled & Nocturnal Curassows; Rufous & White-winged Potoos; Pompadour, Spangled & Purple-throated Cotingas; Citron-bellied Attila; Northern Chestnut-tailed Antbird; Zimmer's Tody-Tyrant; Castelnau's Antshrike; Amazonian Umbrellabird; Zimmer's Woodcreeper; Black-necked Red Cotinga; Pavonine Quetzal; Crested Eagle; Golden-headed, Wire-tailed, Blue-crowned & Blue-backed Manakins; Collared & Rufous-necked Puffbirds; Zigzag Heron; Ladder-tailed Nightjar; Lawrence’s Thrush.
Tucuxi; Amazon River Dolphin; Pygmy Marmoset; Tayra; Northern Tamandua; Paca; Green Acouchy.
white sand forest, Amazon River, Varzea forest, Terra firme forest, river islands
tropical rainforest, hot & humid
8 with 1 Rockjumper leader
Fast paced. This is a moderate to difficult tour. You should have a GOOD level of fitness, stamina & be in good health. Not suitable for dedicated or avid photographers; inexperienced birders; or anyone with mobility or health challenges.
Comfortable in Iquitos, rustic in the forest lodges with ‘natural temperature’ showers, no AC.
Moderate to demanding. Bird density is low, primarily Amazonian Forest birding. Several difficult target species that may require repeat efforts.
Amazon River, canopy walkway
Worthwhile to difficult, typical rain forest conditions of variable light & fast-moving birds.
This is my first birdwatching tour organized by a company such as Rockjumper, but I have been on tours organized by my local Naturalist Society. Both Rob and Miguel were excellent. They worked extremally hard to keep everyone happy, find as many species as possible and get everyone onto each sighting.
This was an excellent tour! We saw so many great birds, and had many delicious meals from pizza to ceviche. The time spent birding and touring Kuelap was a highlight. To top everything off, Forrest Rowland is an awesome leader. In addition to hearing, seeing and getting everyone on the birds, he told wonderful stories and kept everyone laughing. All in all, we had a terrific time.
The tour was fantastic. Forrest Rowland, did a terrific job spotting birds, giving us clear directions to actually sight the birds and displayed plenty of patience in the process.
Our guide, Rob Williams, was exceptionally well qualified, good humoured in all circumstances and remarkably diligent in accommodating all levels of birding skills within our group. He went out of his way to make sure that each member of the group realised their expectations for the trip. We would welcome the opportunity to join him on additional trips; he is a quality individual with sound values and a superb representative of Rockjumper Birding Tours.
Rob Williams is right up there among the very best tour leaders. His vast experience from lots of research and conservation projects and intimate knowledge of the country add lots of value compared to a tour leader who is "just" a good organiser, birder and guide. He is also great company, with a sublime sense of humour.
10 Oct 2024 - 19 Oct 2024 (10 days)
USD4,995 - 2 Spaces Available
Tour Leader: Robert Williams
Tour price (Per person): USD4,995 * GBP4,005 * EUR4,663 * AUD7,671
Single Supplement: USD990 * GBP794 * EUR924 * AUD1,520
Flight costs: USD360 * GBP289 * EUR336 * AUD553
01 Aug 2025 - 10 Aug 2025 (10 days)
USD5,495 - Spaces Available
Tour Leader: Carlos Sanchez
Tour price (Per person): USD5,495 * GBP4,406 * EUR5,130 * AUD8,439
Single Supplement: USD1,050 * GBP842 * EUR980 * AUD1,613
Flight costs: USD210 * GBP168 * EUR196 * AUD323
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