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Best time to be there

In Peru May to October is the best time to travel although the Amazon area is hot and humid throughout the year. In Brazil we would reccommend travelling to the Amazon Jungle from March to August.

Fly to

Peru, Lima (LAN Airlines), onward flight to Iquitos
Brazil, Sao Paulo or Rio de Janeiro (British Airways), onwards flight to Manaus

flying time

Peru -15 hours
Brazil - 14 hours

time difference

Peru - GMT -5 hours
Brazil - GMT -3 hours

Visas

Not required for UK passport holders

Health Requirements

Yellow fever certificate required if arriving from an infected area.

Cruises

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Amazon Cruises

The Amazon is truly incredible, containing one fifth of the earth's fresh water and home to a tenth of the world's animal species and plant life. Arguably the best way to enjoy this mighty river is on an Amazon cruise.

An Amazon cruise allows you to learn about the rainforest flora and fauna with expert guides, study a host of tropical birds, watch for the pink dolphins and enjoy excursions into the jungle. Or allow the river to dictate the pace of life and go with the flow.

On your Amazon cruise you can still have all your creature comforts whilst getting in close contact with nature and all the Amazon has to offer.

speak to a specialist on
0845 618 2201

suggested cruises

Captain Peacock Yachts

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M/V Aqua

The M/V Aqua, is the finest vessle in the Amazon offering 12 large suites designed by an internationally renowned Peruvian designer and offering a generous 230 square feet with large outward-facing picture windows...