15-Day Amazon Jungle Survival Training from Iquitos — Advanced Bushcraft Course
Test your limits deep in the Peruvian Amazon: a 15-day, hands-on survival course from Iquitos that teaches shelter building, water procurement, raft-making and emergency signaling. Expect long days, river travel, and nights spent applying survival techniques under instruction.
The Experience
Before You Go
Arrive a day early in Iquitos
Local flights can be delayed; plan to be in Iquitos at least 24 hours before the program start to ensure reliable connections and paperwork processing.
Prioritize insect protection
Use DEET or picaridin repellent plus a treated head net and long sleeves—mosquitoes are active day and night in the lowland rainforest.
Train for endurance
Prepare with multi-hour hikes, aerobic conditioning, and load-bearing walks; the program requires sustained effort on uneven, muddy terrain.
Bring redundancy for water
Carry a reliable water filter or purification tablets in addition to a personal water bottle—natural water requires treatment even if instructors teach sourcing.
Local Knowledge
Hidden Gems
- •Night wildlife floats on local oxbow lagoons — excellent for spotting caimans and nocturnal birds
- •Visiting Belen market in Iquitos to observe river-community trade and local remedies used for jungle travel
Wildlife
- •Pink river dolphin (Inia geoffrensis)
- •Spectacled caiman (Caiman crocodilus)
Conservation Note
The Amazon near Iquitos faces pressure from illegal logging and overfishing; low-impact travel and following instructor guidance help reduce local disturbance and support conservation efforts.
Iquitos grew rapidly during the rubber boom of the late 19th and early 20th centuries and remains the main gateway to the surrounding rainforests and indigenous communities.
What to Bring
Waterproof hiking bootsEssential
Sturdy boots protect ankles on muddy, root-strewn trails and during wet riverbank work.
Portable water filter or purification tabletsEssential
Necessary for treating river or collected water when instructed sources are used.
Insect repellent and head netEssential
Keeps biting insects at bay during day activities and while sleeping in the field.
Headlamp with extra batteriesEssential
Hands-free light is crucial for evening tasks, camp chores, and early starts.
Common Questions
Do I need prior survival experience?
No formal certification is required, but a solid level of fitness and basic outdoor experience improves safety and learning outcomes.
Is food provided?
Participants will eat food gathered and prepared during the survival phase; the operator notes the program is not suitable for vegetarians and no special diets are provided.
Are there medical or age restrictions?
This program is not recommended for people with heart or spinal problems, pregnant travelers, or those with serious medical conditions; participants must disclose medical info at booking.
What happens with cancellations or weather changes?
All sales are final with no refunds; activities or sequence may change due to weather or river water levels to maintain safety.
Book This Experience
Check AvailabilityDuration
15 days
Location
Iquitos, Loreto
Difficulty
expert
Fitness Level
High cardiovascular and muscular endurance required; participants should be comfortable with long days, little sleep, and handling physical tools.
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