Go deep into Peru’s wild on an unforgettable rafting adventure
Ready for a real rush? Chase thrills on this unforgettable rafting trip along the Tambopata River in Peru! Fly down Class II-IV rapids with the lush Peruvian nature flanking your every move. Class II-III rapids act as a precursor, and then adventurous Class IV rapids follow on on Day 4. The grand finale? Adrenaline-pumping canyon rapids that force your raft to drop. But don’t worry! Amid the roaring rumbles and exhilaration, you’ll have the chance to chill, float, and admire the stunning scenery along the river.
During the evenings, you’ll unload your camping gear and set up alongside sandy riverfront spots. The 10-day Amazon Whitewater Rafting Tour whisks you away from whatever is going on in the outside world and takes you deep into the wild, where excitement, adventure, and a reel of new memories await.
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Amazon Whitewater Rafting Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Drive the Andes and Cloud Forest
Get picked up from the Juliaca Airport and begin your scenic drive through the Andes. Look out for llama herds, glaciers, and soaring mountains rolling by!
Eventually, you’ll dip through Inca terraces and into the cloud forest, where you will stay the night.
Overnight Location: Hostel in San Juan del Oro
Meals: Lunch, dinner
Day 2 Rafting in the Amazon
Get ready to begin your rafting adventure today! Before you set off, your guide will go over a safety briefing. Then it’s time to put on your helmet and lifejacket and start floating into the Amazon rainforest. Enjoy!
Overnight Location: Camping along the Tambopata River
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 3 Experience Class II-III Rapids
Today, say goodbye to civilization and totally immerse in the wild! You’ll encounter Class II and III rapids. Prepare for a thrilling experience—but know that this is only the start, and the river is bound to become a little more intense.
Afterwards, kick back at camp and enjoy dinner.
Overnight Location: Camping along the Tambopata River
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 4 Class IV Rapids
Get ready for more intensity on the river! Today you’ll navigate your way through Class IV rapids.
Enjoy the rainforest rushing by on either side of you as you cruise. After the excitement, it’s back to camp for dinner.
Overnight Location: Camping along the Tambopata River
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 5 Rafting Canyon Rapids
The unreal adventures continue as your raft winds through canyon rapids. In low and big water, you’ll experience some fun drops!
Enjoy another night of camping under the stars.
Overnight Location: Camping along the Tambopata River
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 6 Float the Tambopata
Enjoy some chilled-out time on your raft, snapping photos of the stunning Peruvian scenery and any wildlife sightings. You may even get a chance to paddleboard!
After a lovely day on the water, it’s back to camp to enjoy dinner.
Overnight Location: Camping along Tambopata River
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 7 Raft Side Creeks
Go deeper into the heart of the wild and experience different vantage points by exploring side creeks! Look out for the largest rodent in the world the capybara. You may even see monkeys and tapirs.
At one point, the river smooths out, giving you a chance to flex those arm muscles on your way to camp.
Overnight Location: Camping along the Tambopata River
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 8 Raft to the Research Centre
Head downriver for two hours to the Tambopata Research Centre, a jungle lodge. Keep an eye out for wildlife along the way.
Tonight, you’ll ditch the tents for a bed and a shower. Talk about rewarding!
Overnight Location: Hotel at Tambopata Research Centre
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 9 Wildlife Watching
Wake up as the sun lights the sky and admire hundreds of parrots, parakeets, and macaws enjoying the minerals on the cliff wall. After a tasty breakfast, you’ll travel further downstream via motorboat.
Eventually, you’ll depart the boat at Puerto Maldonado, the final stop on your rafting tour.
Overnight Location: Hotel at Puerto Maldonado
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Day 10 Departure
Enjoy a relaxing morning swimming in the pool before transferring to the airport in Puerto Maldonado. Safe travels!
Overnight Location: None
Meals: Breakfast
Amazon Whitewater Rafting Tour Price and Dates
This guided rafting tour of the Tambopata River is run as a custom tour for your group and the price depends on the number of people in your group.
The best time to visit Peru for rafting is May-September, the drier season. During the rainy season, water levels can become too high to safely raft.
Private Guided Amazon Whitewater Rafting Tour
Have your own private tour with just your group! Please note, that standard rooms and tents are double/twin and groups of odd numbers can opt out to stay in a triple room/tent or add a single supplement of $167 USD to use one single room/tent instead. Please note that the prices below are per person and a single supplement for solo travellers is already included.
- Guided solo travellers: $10,025 USD
- Guided groups of 2: $5,450 USD
- Guided groups of 3: $4,625 USD
- Guided groups of 4: $3,650 USD
- Guided groups of 5: $2,975 USD
- Guided groups of 6: $2,625 USD
- Guided groups of 7: $2,995 USD
- Guided groups of 8: $2,815 USD
- Guided groups of 9: $2,615 USD
- Guided groups of 10+: $2,425 USD
Accommodation on the Amazon Whitewater Rafting Tour
This adventure tour will have you camping in secluded, remote locations along the Tambopata River and staying in ecolodges and hostels otherwise. All camping gear besides your sleeping bag will be provided. Ecolodges and hostels offer basic amenities. Please note, that standard rooms and tents are double/twin and groups of odd numbers can opt out to stay in a triple room/tent or add a single supplement of $167 USD to use one single room/tent instead.
Hotels on Standard Tour
Hostal San Juan del Oro in San Juan del Oro
Enjoy a cozy, rustic stay and a tasty breakfast at this hostel.
Camping along the Tambopata River
Spend three nights camping at secluded, remote beach locations along the Tambopata River.
Tambopata Research Center
Feel close to nature with the perk of a comfy bed in this raved-about location.
Wasai Maldonado Ecolodge
Enjoy the lullabies of the Amazon at the Wasai Maldonado Ecolodge. Relax in cozy air-conditioned rooms.
What’s Included in the Amazon Whitewater Rafting Tour?
Meals
9 breakfasts, 8 lunches, and 8 dinners are included on this tour. Snacks and water are included on Days 1 through 8.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 9 nights are included. When you’re camping, all necessary equipment except a sleeping bag will be included.
Transportation during the Tour
Transportation is included throughout the tour for yourself and your luggage.
Also Included
- Guide
- Whitewater safety equipment
- Camping gear (except for sleeping bags)
- English-speaking experienced guide
Not included
- Flights to Juliaca and from Puerto Maldonado
- Personal expenses
- Tour guide gratuities
- Any meals, drinks, or snacks not specified as included
Optional Extras
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Single occupancy supplements
Frequently Asked Questions about Amazon Whitewater Rafting Tour
Amazonas Explorer has been running high-end adventure travel tours in Peru for over 30 years. They offer both customizable and pre-set tours so your group can choose the perfect adventure.
British owned and Peruvian operated, Amazonas Explorer adheres to the highest European standards using the finest equipment available.
Amazonas Explorer knows you may only visit Peru once, so they aim to make that experience exceptional.
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Andrea has been designing tours with Amazonas Explorer since 2015. She moved to Cusco to take advantage of the fantastic hiking and be immersed in nature. Helping clients explore Peru is her dream job, and seeing new travellers fall in love with the country inspires her to create the best itineraries possible. While she’s an avid hiker and adventurer herself, she also loves sharing the culture and cuisine of Peru through her tours.
- Q: What is your favourite trip that you offer?
- A: The Sacred Valley of the Incas Hiking Adventure is a once in a lifetime experience I encourage all of my clients to have. The combination of day hikes really showcases the best of Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and of course Machu Picchu. Every day you hike to beautiful places, see incredible ruins, and meet lovely locals. You also get to stay in a beautiful private villa with your own private guide, driver, and even chef!
- Q: What is an unforgettable local experience you’ve had?
- A: Part of my job is to test services and visit our suppliers to later be able to sell it to the right clients. One of the tours that I tried recently and I really enjoyed was visiting a local community and working the land with them. It made me really appreciate the food that I have on my table every day. The sacrifices the locals make when working their farms. Without them, we wouldn’t have anything healthy to eat.
- Q: What is one experience anyone visiting Peru should have?
- A: For me, travelling is not only visiting archaeological sites. It is meeting the local people, learning about their customers, and expanding our knowledge of how people live in another part of the world. This will give us another perspective on the world and life.
- Q: What do your guests say they like best about the trips you create?
- A: They say that they felt that the entire trip was exactly what they were looking for and exceeded their expectations. I always go the extra mile to make sure my clients get the right trip and make the most of their precious holiday. I look forward to working with you all to create these unforgettable memories.