14/05/2026
๐ฟ๐ Iquitos & The Peruvian Amazon ๐๐ฟ
Deep in the Peruvian jungle along the Amazon tributaries near the Tahuayo River, I experienced one of the most unforgettable adventures of my life. From the moment we landed in Iquitos until the moment we departed, the team at Tahuayo Lodge took incredible care of us. I would recommend this lodge to anyone wanting an immersive and authentic Amazon experience.
The lodge itself is built over the water, with huts connected by wooden walkways and surrounded by the sounds of the jungle. Falling asleep to rainstorms, frogs, insects, and distant wildlife was unbelievably peaceful. Each evening after delicious fresh meals, our guides and biologists helped us plan the next dayโs excursions.
Every day brought new adventures including birdwatching, piranha fishing, riverboat tours searching for monkeys, night excursions for nocturnal wildlife, cultural visits, and hikes through the terra firme rainforest searching for poison dart frogs. One of my favorite experiences was swimming with the famous pink dolphins of the Amazon.
The biodiversity was beyond anything I imagined. We saw monkeys with babies, sloths, macaws, toucans, caiman, tarantulas, poison dart frogs, parrots, hummingbirds, bats, butterflies, and so much more. The guides were incredible at spotting wildlife hidden deep within the jungle.
The Amazon is hot, humid, wild, beautiful, and deeply humbling. Between the wildlife, jungle thunderstorms, colorful fresh food, and the kindness of everyone we met, this became a once in a lifetime journey I will never forget. I already dream of returning someday with my family. ๐