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Discover the Heart of the
Peruvian Amazon

Immerse yourself in one of Earth's most extraordinary ecosystems. Expert-guided expeditions through Manu, Tambopata and the greater Amazon — where every trail reveals a new wonder.

28+ Years of Experience
12,400+ Happy Travelers
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36+ Tour Packages
Amazon Rainforest
28 Years of
Excellence

Your Trusted Gateway to the Peruvian Jungle

Since 1996, AmazonVerde Expeditions has been guiding passionate naturalists, birdwatchers, families and adventurers into the heart of Peru's magnificent rainforest. Our deep knowledge of the ecosystem and long-standing relationships with local communities ensure every journey is authentic, responsible and unforgettable.

We operate in the most biodiverse regions on Earth — Manu Biosphere Reserve, Tambopata National Reserve and the greater Amazon basin. All our guides are certified naturalists, with many holding advanced degrees in biology and ecology.

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100% Eco-Certified

Certified by Rainforest Alliance and SERNANP, Peru's national parks authority.

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Expert Naturalist Guides

All guides are bilingual certified naturalists with 10+ years field experience.

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Community-Based Tourism

30% of profits directly support indigenous communities and conservation.

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Small Group Guarantee

Maximum 8 guests per tour for an intimate and impactful experience.

What Drives Every Expedition

These principles are the compass guiding every decision we make — from the trails we choose to the partners we work with.

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Conservation First

We protect the ecosystems we explore. Every tour is designed to leave zero negative impact, and our Carbon Offset Programme actively restores damaged habitat.

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Community Partnership

We collaborate with indigenous Amazonian communities as equal partners, ensuring that tourism creates lasting economic and social benefits for local people.

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Scientific Integrity

Our guides are trained naturalists who share evidence-based knowledge. We collaborate with leading research institutions to advance understanding of Amazonian biodiversity.

Authentic Experiences

We reject the ordinary. Every itinerary is crafted to deliver genuine, unscripted encounters with nature — moments that change perspectives forever.

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Safety & Responsibility

Guest wellbeing is paramount. All expeditions follow strict safety protocols, with first-aid trained staff and satellite communication at all times.

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Sustainability

We are committed to plastic-free operations, renewable energy in our lodges, and purchasing exclusively from local and organic food sources.

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Excellence

We hold ourselves to the highest standards in guiding, logistics and hospitality. Our 4.9-star average across 3,800 reviews reflects this relentless commitment.

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Education & Curiosity

We believe travel should illuminate as much as it thrills. Every tour is also a journey of discovery, tailored to spark lasting curiosity about the natural world.

International Awards & Certifications

Recognized by the world's leading travel and conservation organizations for excellence and responsibility.

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TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Best Eco-Tour Operator Peru, 2024
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Rainforest Alliance Certified Sustainable Tourism Gold Level, 2023
Viator Experience Award Top-Rated Amazon Tour, 2024
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American Birding Association Recommended Tour Operator, 2023
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MINCETUR Peru Best Responsible Tourism, 2022–24
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🔥  Limited Availability — June & July 2025

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Your Amazon Expedition

Secure your place on our most sought-after tours before they sell out. All early-bird bookings include complimentary field guide, species checklist and pre-departure consultation with your naturalist guide.

All Our Tour Collections

Guided Birdwatching Tours

Peru ranks among the top 3 countries in the world for bird diversity, with over 1,800 recorded species. Our specialist birdwatching tours are led by ornithologists and expert birding guides who know exactly where to find the most sought-after species.

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San Pedro, Reserved Manu & Blanquillo Ornithology Program – 10 Days
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Guided Birdwatching Tours

San Pedro, Reserved Manu & Blanquillo Ornithology Program – 10 Days

The Manu National Park is one of the most biodiverse territories on the planet. Over 1,025 bird species have been documented within its boundaries — a figure that places it...

🕐 👥 Max Min 2 Persons ⚡ Easy
Ornithology Program in Manu, San Pedro or the Paititi Cloud Forest – 5 Days
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Guided Birdwatching Tours

Ornithology Program in Manu, San Pedro or the Paititi Cloud Forest – 5 Days

The Manu National Park region is home to 1 of the most diverse concentrations of bird species on the planet. Over 1,025 bird species have been recorded within its territory,...

🕐 👥 Max Min 2 Persons ⚡ Easy
Ornithology Program Laguna Huacarpay – Abra Málaga 3 Days
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Guided Birdwatching Tours

Ornithology Program Laguna Huacarpay – Abra Málaga 3 Days

The Ornithology Program through Laguna Huacarpay and Abra Málaga offers an exceptional opportunity for bird enthusiasts, naturalists, and wildlife photographers to encounter some of South America’s most remarkable avian species...

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Ornithology Program – Huacarpay Lagoon Experience  – 1 Day
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Guided Birdwatching Tours

Ornithology Program – Huacarpay Lagoon Experience – 1 Day

Discover one of Peru’s premier birdwatching destinations through the Ornithology Program at Huacarpay Lagoon, an exceptional 1-day experience departing from Cusco and operated by MACHU PICCHU TEAM. Located just 30...

🕐 👥 Max Min 2 Persons ⚡ Easy

Manu Reserved Zone Tours

Manu Biosphere Reserve is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most biologically diverse areas on the planet. Access is restricted and permitted only with licensed operators like AmazonVerde, ensuring wilderness is truly preserved.

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Natural Paradise Experience 5 Days – Private Transportation
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Manu Reserved Zone

Natural Paradise Experience 5 Days – Private Transportation

Discover one of Earth’s most biodiverse regions through the Manu Protected Zone, a destination that offers an unparalleled opportunity to explore pristine wilderness while encountering species found nowhere else on...

🕐 👥 Max Min 2 Persons ⚡ Easy
Manu National Park, Reserved Zone 6 Days  Bus/Bus
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Manu Reserved Zone

Manu National Park, Reserved Zone 6 Days Bus/Bus

The Manu National Park is one of the most biodiverse protected areas in the world. Located where the Andean mountain range descends into the Amazonian basin, it spans across the...

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Manu Reserved Zone Natural Paradise 7 Days – Bus/Bus
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Manu Reserved Zone

Manu Reserved Zone Natural Paradise 7 Days – Bus/Bus

This 7-day, 6-night itinerary is designed for travelers who want access to the Manu Reserved Zone and a complete return to Cusco entirely by land, without any flight requirement. The...

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Manu Natural Reserve with Blanquillo & Puerto Maldonado 7 Days – Bus/Vuelo
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Manu Reserved Zone

Manu Natural Reserve with Blanquillo & Puerto Maldonado 7 Days – Bus/Vuelo

This 7-day itinerary connects 2 of the most significant wildlife destinations in southeastern Peru within a single continuous journey: the Manu Reserved Zone and the Blanquillo Macaw Clay Lick near...

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Manu Reserved Zone Natural Paradise 8 Days (3N Reserved Zone) & Pakitza Bus/Bus
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Manu Reserved Zone

Manu Reserved Zone Natural Paradise 8 Days (3N Reserved Zone) & Pakitza Bus/Bus

This 8-day, 7-night tour is the most comprehensive and deepest Manu itinerary that MACHU PICCHU TEAM offers. Unlike shorter Manu routes that remain within the cultural buffer zone, this tour...

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Tambopata Tours

Tambopata National Reserve in Madre de Dios is the most accessible section of the Peruvian Amazon, yet still overflows with extraordinary biodiversity. Our Tambopata tours range from 3-day introductions to in-depth 10-day expeditions.

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Select Tambopata Tour 4 Days
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Tambopata Tours

Select Tambopata Tour 4 Days

The Tambopata National Reserve sits in the Madre de Dios department of southeastern Peru, at the edge of one of the most biologically active lowland forest systems in the Amazon...

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Tambopata  Tour 3 Days
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Tambopata Tours

Tambopata Tour 3 Days

The Tambopata National Reserve is one of the most accessible Amazonian ecosystems in Peru. A short flight from Cusco or Lima lands you in Puerto Maldonado, and within an hour...

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Tambopata Tour 2 Days
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Tambopata Tours

Tambopata Tour 2 Days

The Tambopata National Reserve, located in the Madre de Dios department of southeastern Peru, is one of the most accessible Amazonian wildlife areas in the country. Unlike more remote destinations...

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Cultural Zone Tours

The Amazon is not only a natural wonder — it's home to some of the world's most remarkable indigenous cultures, many still living in close harmony with the forest. Our cultural tours facilitate respectful, genuine connections.

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Manu Amazon Cultural Cusco – Atalaya – Boca Manu – Collpa de Guacamayos – Colorado – Puerto Maldonado 6D/5N (Bus/Vuelo)
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Tour Manu Cultural Zone

Manu Amazon Cultural Cusco – Atalaya – Boca Manu – Collpa de Guacamayos – Colorado – Puerto Maldonado 6D/5N (Bus/Vuelo)

The Manu National Park sits at the point where the Andes begin their descent into the Amazon basin, and this 6-day itinerary follows that transition from beginning to end. Starting...

🕐 👥 Max Min 2 Persons ⚡ Easy
Manu Amazon Cultural Cusco – Atalaya – Boca Manu – Collpa de Guacamayos – Colorado – Puerto Maldonado 6D/5N (Bus/Vuelo)
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Tour Manu Cultural Zone

Manu Amazon Cultural Cusco – Atalaya – Boca Manu – Collpa de Guacamayos – Colorado – Puerto Maldonado 6D/5N (Bus/Vuelo)

This 6-day journey is one of the most complete itineraries that MACHU PICCHU TEAM offers for exploring the Manu National Park and the surrounding Amazonian ecosystems. The route begins in...

🕐 👥 Max Min 2 Persons ⚡ Easy
Manu Amazon Cultural Cusco – Atalaya – Boca Manu – Puerto Maldonado 4D/3N (Bus/ Bus o Bus/Vuelo)
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Tour Manu Cultural Zone

Manu Amazon Cultural Cusco – Atalaya – Boca Manu – Puerto Maldonado 4D/3N (Bus/ Bus o Bus/Vuelo)

This 4-day journey moves through some of the most biologically active territory in South America, starting from the city of Cusco and descending through cloud forests, Andean passes, and deep...

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Manu Cultural with Hot Springs, Waterfalls and Shintuya Community 5 Days –  Bus/Bus
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Tour Manu Cultural Zone

Manu Cultural with Hot Springs, Waterfalls and Shintuya Community 5 Days – Bus/Bus

The 5-day Manu Amazon cultural experience combines comprehensive rainforest exploration with immersive community interaction, natural thermal features, and waterfall discovery in one of Earth’s most biodiverse regions. This extended itinerary...

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Manu Amazon Cultural with Hot Springs and Waterfalls 4 Days – Bus/Bus
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Tour Manu Cultural Zone

Manu Amazon Cultural with Hot Springs and Waterfalls 4 Days – Bus/Bus

The 4-day Manu Amazon cultural journey with hot springs and waterfall exploration combines rainforest immersion with natural thermal features found in remote Amazonian communities. This itinerary transports travelers from high-altitude...

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Manu Amazon Tour Cultural Zone 4 Days –  Bus/Bus
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Tour Manu Cultural Zone

Manu Amazon Tour Cultural Zone 4 Days – Bus/Bus

The 4-day Manu Amazon cultural exploration represents a comprehensive journey through one of Earth’s most biodiverse regions, commencing in Cusco and traversing multiple ecological zones as you descend into the...

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Manu Amazon Tour Cultural Zone 3 Days – Bus/Bus
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Tour Manu Cultural Zone

Manu Amazon Tour Cultural Zone 3 Days – Bus/Bus

Experience an extraordinary immersion into one of the world’s most biodiverse regions through our 3-day Manu Amazon cultural journey. This carefully designed expedition transports you from the cool heights of...

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Stories from the Jungle

Real reviews from real expeditioners. Our guides, logistics and commitment to excellence speak for themselves across 3,800+ verified reviews worldwide.

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3,847 Reviews
Guide Quality
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Wildlife Seen
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Value
4.7
Accommodation
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Organisation
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Sarah & Liam Crawford 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
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Manu Wildlife Center 8-Day Tour

Genuinely the most extraordinary wildlife experience of our lives. Our guide Carlos knew every trail, every animal call — we saw the giant otter family at Cocha Salvador for three magical mornings in a row. Absolutely flawless organisation from start to finish.

March 2025 · ✓ TripAdvisor
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Michael H. 🇺🇸 United States
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Peru Big Year Birdwatching Grand Circuit

I've done birding tours on 4 continents and this was the best. Our guide Ernesto is genuinely world-class — we hit 682 species in 12 days including the Harpy Eagle on Day 9. No other operator comes close in my experience. I'm already planning my return.

February 2025 · ✓ Viator
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Anna & Family F. 🇩🇪 Germany
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Family Amazon Discovery 5-Day

We travelled with our two children aged 8 and 12 and AmazonVerde made it absolutely magical. The guides were incredible with the kids, turning every trail walk into an adventure. Piranha fishing was the highlight! Our children now want to be wildlife biologists.

January 2025 · ✓ Google
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Roberto & Patricia M. 🇧🇷 Brazil
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Jaguar Tracking Expedition 10-Day

We saw a wild jaguar on Day 4 and again on Day 7 — something we had dreamed of for years. The team's tracking skills and patience were extraordinary. The remote camps were uncomfortable at times but absolutely worth every moment of discomfort.

December 2024 · ✓ TripAdvisor
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Jennifer T. 🇨🇦 Canada
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Sacred Plants & Healing Retreat

A deeply transformative and beautiful experience. The Shipibo healers were so generous with their knowledge. AmazonVerde handled everything with enormous respect for the traditions and for the guests. I feel profoundly changed. Thank you for creating something so special.

November 2024 · ✓ Google
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Kenji N. 🇯🇵 Japan
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Amazon Bird Photography Masterclass

As a wildlife photographer, this tour exceeded my highest expectations. The photography hides were incredibly well constructed and the timings were perfect for light. I came away with publication-quality images of over 80 species. An absolute must for wildlife photographers.

October 2024 · ✓ Viator

Wildlife You May Encounter

The Peruvian Amazon is home to extraordinary wildlife. Here are some of the iconic species our guests encounter on their expeditions.

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Jaguar

Amazon's apex predator, seen on specialist tours

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Scarlet Macaw

Spectacular at the clay lick each morning

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Giant River Otter

Family groups at oxbow lakes

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Black Caiman

Largest predator in the Amazon waters

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Spider Monkey

Acrobatic troops in the forest canopy

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Harpy Eagle

World's most powerful raptor — rare and thrilling

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Anaconda

World's largest snake, found in flooded forest

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Giant Morpho

Iridescent blue wings illuminate every trail

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Giant Paiche

Prehistoric river giant, up to 3 metres long

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Basilisk Lizard

The "Jesus lizard" runs on water

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Victoria Amazonica

Giant water lily, leaves up to 3m across

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Poison Dart Frog

Jewel-bright colours in the leaf litter

How to Book Your Expedition

From first enquiry to first jungle sunrise, we make the entire process effortless.

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Choose Your Tour

Browse our collections and select the experience that sparks your imagination.

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Consult Our Experts

Free 30-min call with one of our naturalist advisors to tailor your itinerary.

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Confirm & Deposit

Secure your place with a 20% deposit. Balance due 60 days before departure.

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Prepare with Us

Receive your full pre-departure pack, kit list, species guides and briefing call.

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Live the Adventure

Arrive in Peru and let our expert guides take you deep into the living Amazon.

Latest from Our Journal

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Harpy Eagle Blog Birdwatching
📅 February 28, 2025✏️ Carlos Quispe🕐 8 min read

Harpy Eagle: How We Found and Photographed the Amazon's Greatest Raptor

After 10 years of guiding birding expeditions in Manu, naturalist guide Carlos Quispe shares the extraordinary story of locating, tracking and observing a Harpy Eagle family...

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Conservation Blog Conservation
📅 February 14, 2025✏️ Dr. María Valdés🕐 6 min read

Manu's Jaguar Population Is Recovering — Here's What It Means for Ecotourism

New research from WCS Peru reveals that jaguar populations in Manu National Park have increased by 18% over the past five years. We explore what this means for responsible tourism...

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Packing Guide Blog Travel Tips
📅 January 30, 2025✏️ Ana Huanca🕐 10 min read

The Ultimate Packing List for a Peru Amazon Expedition (2025 Edition)

After answering thousands of packing questions from our travellers, expedition manager Ana Huanca has compiled the definitive guide to what to bring — and what to leave at home...

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