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Immerse in Matsés culture on a 15-day tour! Experience traditional agriculture, learn about medicinal plants, and explore the jungle with day walks and night safaris.

Highlights

• Immerse yourself in the culture of the Matsés people on a 15-day tour
• Participate in traditional agricultural work and learn about medicinal plants
• Listen to the stories of the elders around the communal fire
• Explore the jungle on daytime walks and night safaris
• Glide down rivers in search of wildlife and learn to fish for piranhas

Description

Embark on a 15-day adventure in the Amazon Rainforest and immerse yourself in the culture of the Matsés people. Participate in traditional activities such as farming, fishing, and jungle exploration. DAY 1: Arrival in your hometown • Transfer from your hotel or airport in Iquitos to the 42nd Air Group of the Peruvian Air Force. • Approximately one-hour flight by small plane or seaplane to the border community of Angamos, located on the border with Brazil. • Warm welcome by members of the Matsés community. • Accommodation and overnight stay in Angamos. DAYS 2-13: Total Immersion in Matsés Culture Sailing to the Matsés Reserve • Logistical preparation and loading of supplies. • Boat trip along unspoiled Amazonian routes. Immersion in Matsés Life: • Farming and Harvesting: Participate in traditional agricultural work. • Fire Stories: Listen to the stories of the elders around the communal fire. • Jungle Explorations: Daytime walks in search of birds, monkeys, and native flora. • Night Safari: Sightings of alligators, snakes, and other secrets of the night. • Ancestral Wisdom: Learn about the use of medicinal plants and survival techniques. • Traditional Fishing: Learn to fish for piranhas using native methods. • Wildlife Observation from Canoes: Glide down rivers in search of wildlife. • Optional Ceremonies: Sacred Tobacco Ritual 'Nënë' or Kambô Ceremony, Amazonian Frog Medicine (optional and guided by a Matsés Master). • Crafts and Barter: Opportunity to purchase or exchange authentic pieces, crafts, amulets, and traditional weapons. DAY 14: Overnight in Angamos • Return from the reserve. • Settling in and resting in the community of Angamos. DAY 15: Return to Civilization • One-hour return flight by small plane or seaplane from the community of Angamos, on the border with Brazil, to the city of Iquitos.

Includes

Round-trip flights from Iquitos Accommodation in Angamos All meals during the stay Guided jungle explorations Traditional fishing experience Wildlife observation Participation in Matsés cultural activities Optional sacred ceremonies

Important Information

• Participants should be in good physical condition Malaria prophylaxis is recommended Respect for the Matsés community and environment is paramount Participants should be prepared for a rustic and immersive experience Connectivity is limited; prepare to be offline

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund