Flying Jayhawks
River Life: Jewels of the Amazon
From $3,695
March 12 - 21, 2010
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Sail through the Amazon rain forest aboard a vessel designed to navigate the largest river in the world. Professional naturalists will accompany you through South America and lead observations of river dolphins, macaws and exceptional wildlife native to Peru. Hike through forests of giant Ceiba Kapok trees and visit rural Amazon villages to learn about customs and culture of Ribereños. You’ll savor a floating picnic among enormous water lilies, and also take part in a presentation by a Jìbaro shaman. At the beginning and end of your journey, spend time in Lima, Peru, and encounter the unique and exquisite colonial architecture of this coastal city.
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Daily Itinerary
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Day 1
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Depart for Lima, Peru.
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Day 2
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Excursion: Lima.
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Day 3
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Board flight to Iquitos. Embark the Jewels of the Amazon river vessel. Cruise the Amazon River.
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Day 4
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Cruising the Maranon River.
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Day 5
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Excursion: Amazon Natural Park and Kapok Tented Camp.
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Day 6
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Excursion: Kapok Tented Camp.
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Day 7
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Excursion: Pucate River and Pacaya Samiria National Reserve.
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Day 8
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Cruising the Amazon River.
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Day 9
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Excursion: Iquitos. Disembark ship and board flight to Lima.
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Day 10
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Board flight for return home.
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