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THE AMAZON EXTENSION - 4 Days |
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Itinerary |
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1 |
Iquitos / Ceiba Tops |
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Reception at the airport,
brief city orientation and transfer to the Explorama dock.
Twenty-five mile journey down the Amazon River to Ceiba Tops,
where private rooms with air conditioning and hot water
provide all of the comforts of home. Afternoon hike in the
beautiful primary rainforest reserve surrounding Ceiba Tops,
which includes many huge trees festooned with epiphytes. After
dinner there may be local flute or guitar music at the El
Toucan Bar or the guides are always ready to relate some of
the many legends of the Amazon forest.
Ceiba Tops
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2 |
Ceiba Tops |
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Morning
boat ride, spotting for dolphins, to visit a small village of
Yagua Indians where your guide will explain the Yagua Indian
culture and how it was affected by the arrival of Europeans
and the passing of time. There will also be an opportunity to
see some of the local crafts and for a demonstration of the
blowgun which some of the Yagua elders still use for hunting.
Afternoon is scheduled as a walking excursion to the
neighboring town of Indiana. Originally a Franciscan mission,
Indiana has grown into a large river community with its own
market, high school and small hospital.
Ceiba Tops
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3 |
Ceiba
Tops / Canopy Walkway / Ceiba Tops |
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Early
morning departure from Ceiba Tops by boat to the narrow
motorcar crossing connecting the Amazon and Napo Rivers to
continue by boat to ExplorNapo Lodge for breakfast. Hike to
the spectacular Canopy Walkway spanning over 500 meters
(one-third of a mile), connected by tree platforms, and
reaching a height of over 35 meters (115 feet) but accessible
without any type of climbing skill or equipment. After lunch,
visit the "ReNuPeRu" Ethnobotanical Garden where a local
shaman cultivates over 240 medicinal plants. The Shaman will
explain the nature of Amazonian natural healing and the uses
of some of the plants. Return to Ceiba Tops in time to enjoy
the pool or hammocks before dinner.
Ceiba Tops
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4 |
Ceiba
Tops / Iquitos |
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Your
choice of a morning walking or boating excursion to further
enjoy the rainforest and Amazon River or time to relax by the
pool until departure time. This afternoon, you will be
transferred to Iquitos and to the airport.
(B). |
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RATES |
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$744.00
per person double occupancy – based on 2 or more people traveling
together |
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PRICE INCLUDES |
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All
accommodations as shown in the itinerary based on twin bedded
rooms with private bath facilities
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All transfers
per the itinerary
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Sightseeing
as shown in the itinerary |
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Bottled water
in vehicles during sightseeing
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Handling of 2 bags per person |
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Arrival and departure transfers |
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All gratuities except for your driver/guide |
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All the entrance fees per the itinerary |
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Meals as
indicated: B = Breakfast; L = Lunch & D = Dinner |
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Services of
an English Speaking driver/guide |
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PRICE EXCLUDES |
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International air: USA/Lima/USA – please ask your booking
agent for details |
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Internal air where applicable |
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Items of personal nature such as laundry, phone calls etc. |
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All alcoholic beverages unless indicated |
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Insurance – please ask your booking agent for details |
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Cost of passport or visa |
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Departure
taxes |
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Anything that is not listed under inclusions |
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CANCELLATION
PENALTIES |
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If
cancellation is received up to 130 days prior to departure, 20% of
the total tour price is forfeited |
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If
cancellation is received 129 – 90 days prior to departure, 35% of
the total tour cost is forfeited |
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If
cancellation is received 89 – 60 days prior to departure, 40% of
the total tour cost is forfeited |
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If
cancellation is received 59 to 30 days prior to departure, 50% of
the total tour cost is forfeited |
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If
cancellation is received 29 days or less before departure, 100% of
the total tour cost is forfeited |
