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Amazon
The Amazon River, originating in Peru, is
a world of mystery, grandeur and romance. Its towering forest
and rushing waters harbor such an incomparable diversity of
life that scientists are still working to classify it all:
2,000 species of fish, more than those in the Atlantic Ocean.
4,000 species of birds, including 120 hummingbirds.
60 species of reptiles such as the caiman and anaconda, the
world´s largest non-poisonous snake.
Mammals like the marmoset, anteater, tapir, capybara and pink
dolphin.
At its widest point in Brazil, the mighty Amazon River is
40 miles across. Oceangoing vessels can sail the 2,300 miles
from the Atlantic Ocean upriver to Iquitos, Peru`s major port
on the Upper Amazon
Getting to Iquitos
Iquitos is the starting point all Explorama's Peruvian Amazon
Adventures to this Biodiversity Capital of the World.Although
no roads or railways connect Iquitos to the rest of Peru,
it is easily accessible by air.
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Climate And Seasons
A unique feature of the rainforest surrounding Iquitos is
its lack of a specific rainy or dry season. There is a high
water period from December through May which is caused by
the melting of snow as the Andean summer begins and from the
rainy season in the upper jungle. The low water period begins
in June and ends with the rising waters in November.
While the water level can fluctuate more then 45 feet, the
warm and humid climate remains relatively constant throughout
the year, giving this area its botanical category of "Everwet
Tropical Forest". Normal daytime highs are 88° F
and nighttime lows are 72°F.
What to Pack
Keep your baggage to a comfortable minimum.
Without fail, bring a valid passport.
Pack light, drip-dry cotton or safari clothing, including
one long-sleeved shirt and sweater.
Hiking shoes or sneakers, (jungle trails are frequently muddy),
plastic raincoat or poncho.
Include insect repellent, toilet articles, sunglasses, sunscreen,
a wide brimmed hat, binoculars and small flashlight.
And finally, don't forget a camera with plenty of film to
capture the memories of your Amazon Adventure.
The programs
at Explorama's Lodges include
All lodging and meals
Privately owned transport over land and water.
Airport arrival and departure transfers
Local bilingual naturalist guides who accompany each guest
throughout their program.
Personalized variations in length of stay and itinerary to
suit individual interests.
Bar service, laundry, airport tax and airline tickets are
NOT included in the tariff.
Food
Explorama's lodges offer a wide variety of foods,
both local and international, cooked in a simple and appetizing
style and served in our tropical palm-thatched dining rooms.
Guests may return to the buffet as many times as they like.
Breakfast
Our breakfast includes one entree, a pastry selection,
fruit and local fruit juice.
Lunch and Dinner
Our lunch and dinner buffet includes:
One entree of chicken, beef, local fish or pasta
and fresh salad.
A variety of rice and bean dishes, hot vegetables, bread and
butter.
A choice of desserts including local fruits such as papaya
or pineapple or
prepared desserts such as rice pudding or flan.
Complementary coffee, tea and drinking water are available
24 hours a day.
Bar service, including soft drinks, is also available at guest
expense.
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