Immerse yourself in Northern Peru's remote and pristine rainforests, documenting its unique species and ecosystems. Taking the extension, you can finish your visit to this jewel of Latin America by walking around the Sacred Valley of the Incas and visiting Machu Picchu, one of the seven Wonders of the World.
Starting date: November 05, 2022.
Main tour (9 nights): $5,431. $510 in single room.
Extension (+6 nights): +$4,821. $700 in single room.
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Starting date: October 07, 2023.
Main tour (9 nights): $5,703. $535 in single room.
Extension (+6 nights): +$5,063. $735 in single room.
Group size: 4–8 people.
Night 1 | Lima | |
Nights 2–4 | Gocta | |
Nights 5–6 | Moyobamba | |
Nights 7–9 | Tarapoto | |
Nights 10 | Lima | |
Nights 11–14 | Cuzco & Secret Valley (extension) | |
End | Lima |
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1. Read our cancellation policy below.
2. Complete our contact form in the next step to let us know about your interests and so we can check availability and give you further information about the tour.
3. Review and approve the itinerary, invoice, and release of liability form we will send you.
4. Make payment to confirm your booking.
Cancellation policy If you are unable to attend the tour, you are welcome to send someone in your place, apply to another Tropical Herping event, or request a refund less a handling fee of 5% or $100, whichever is more. However, because we pre-pay all local services we can only accept credit or refund requests no less than 60 business days prior to the start of the event.
Important! Read the rules and recommendations
What to bring? Check out our suggested packing list.
Package based on two people sharing a room.
All meals, accommodation, and activities as detailed.
All private road transfers.
Domestic airfares.
Local guides and tour leaders.
Park entrance fees.
Additional nights due to flight cancellations.
Alcoholic beverages, bottled water and snacks.
Health insurance.
International airfares.
Laundry.
Phone calls or messages.
Photo equipment.
COVID tests.
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MoyobambaLocated in the Subtropical highlands, Chachapoyas is home to endemic birds and important archaeological sites. The scenery is among the best in the country—the perfect combination between nature and culture |
ChachapoyasLocated in the Subtropical highlands, Chachapoyas is home to endemic birds and important archaeological sites. The scenery is among the best in the country—the perfect combination between nature and culture. |
TarapotoIn the Amazon headwaters, the town of Tarapoto offers excellent wildlife opportunities, and wildly exuberant amphibian life, due to its proximity to the Cordillera Escalera reserve, an isolated mountain range with tremendous biodiversity. |
CuscoThe capital of the Inca Empire arises in between the Andes. Cusco keeps its ancient feeling combined with some of the best places to enjoy and photograph its nature and culture. |
Where you'll stay |
Frequently asked questions |
Am I supposed to pay the tour price at once? You can confirm your booking by making a 50% deposit and pay the remaining balance at least 60 days before departure. |
Can I make a reservation for this tour but on 2023? Yes, you can confirm your booking now by making a 50% deposit and pay the remaining balance at least 60 days before departure. |
Does the tour take place during the nights? The tour includes both diurnal and nocturnal activities. |
How do I book my spot? The first thing you need to do to reserve your spot in this tour is contact us using our booking form. Second, you will need to review and approve the itinerary, invoice, and release of liability we will send you. Finally, you will have to make a deposit to confirm your booking. |
Can you get rubber boots for me? We suggest you bring your own rubber boots as you should test whether they fit comfortably before arriving in Colombia, where you will used them every night. |
Is it possible to join for only part of the trip? Yes, you can. Just make sure to let us know in advance which parts of the tour are you interested in. |
Is there a chance to arrange a private tour? Yes, most of the tours we offer are private. |
Which vaccination certificates do I need? The three most important vaccines to get before visiting the tropics are against yellow fever, tetanus, and hepatitis. However, you do not need a vaccination certificate to access any reserve or national park during this tour. |
Will the guides catch the animals for the participants to take close-up pictures? Whenever possible, all photography by participants will be done in-situ. Animals will only be handled if they are the focus of a research or conservation project. |
Will there be laundry service, electricity, and wifi at all sites? Yes, there will be. |
Will you pick us up at the airport upon arrival? This tour starts very early on November 06. We will pick you up at the airport. We recommend you arrive in Lima at least a November 05. |