Pacaya Samiria Reserve

Pacaya Samiria Reserve Trips & Tours

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Pacaya Samiria Reserve Trips & Tours

Cruise the waters of the mighty Amazon in search of pink dolphins
At the eastern tip of the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, the Ucayali and Marañón rivers converge giving birth to the mighty Amazon, the world’s largest and longest river. Within its boundaries, Pacaya Samiria is the largest protected flooded forest in the world, and the cycle of rising and falling rivers is what makes this area so unique. Home to over 1,000 plant species and close to 1,000 animal species from monkeys and sloths, to the odd anaconda and the mystical pink river dolphins, it's a biodiversity hotspot. The best way to explore is undoubtedly aboard a luxury river cruise, where non-stop views of the awe-inspiring rainforest abound and activities include walking expeditions around the luscious trees, memorable swims and kayak or skiff excursions for a different perspective of the wildlife. Whether you visit during the wet or dry season, this natural spectacle is one for the books.
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Covering almost two thirds of Peru, the Amazon has a number of different reserves, and Pacaya Samiria is the largest and one of the most beautiful. Activities-wise, some of our favourite things to do include a float along the waterways by kayak or paddleboard, always keeping an eye out for pink river dolphins, or a hike through the forest (day or night), watching the branches come alive with sloths, monkeys, neon frogs and birdlife. Spend time with one of the local communities, learning about their history, traditions and, perhaps, purchasing some of their handiwork.

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