Pilpintuwasi Butterfly Farm And Native Tribes

We will collect you from your hotel situated in downtown Iquitos and make our way to the Bellavista Nanay port. Here, we will embark on a captivating river journey that offers breathtaking views of the city and the Tarapacá Boardwalk.

Our adventure begins as we navigate the Nanay River, heading towards the shores of the Padre Cocha community. Shortly after, we will arrive at the Pilpintuwasi Butterfly Farm, a wildlife rescue center that opened in 2004. This sanctuary not only hosts Peru’s sole butterfly breeding center but is also home to a diverse array of rescued animals, including monkeys and other species.

This stunning haven showcases a remarkable array of butterflies in various sizes and colors, gracefully flying within a specially crafted greenhouse. "Pilpintuwasi" translates to "butterfly house" in Quechua.

Our tour proceeds with a boat journey to the Morón River, where we will visit the Kukama Kukamiria community. Here, you will gain insight into their customs, observe their traditional dances, and delve into their ancestral culture. This indigenous community has been settled in the region nearly 200 years before the Spanish conquest and primarily depends on fishing and agriculture.

We will also visit the native Bora tribe, where you will encounter indigenous families who continue to uphold their traditions. Their homes, built in an octagonal shape, reflect their ancestral beliefs. You will admire their handcrafted artworks, participate in traditional dances, and explore their local farms.

The journey advances with a visit to the "Serpentario" Rescue Center, a natural sanctuary where you will encounter some of the most intriguing and feared snakes of the Amazon jungle. Here, you will learn about their behavior, ecological significance, and discover other exotic species.

Subsequently, we will have the chance to sample traditional aphrodisiac cocktails from the region, including "Siete Raíces" and "Rompe Calzón," among others.

Following this, we will explore the Insectarium, a unique exhibit resembling a zoo, featuring insects such as spiders, ants, beetles, scorpions, and more.

To conclude the tour, we will savor a traditional lunch at a restaurant offering stunning views of the Peruvian jungle (drinks not included). Finally, we will return to the Boulevard Port in Iquitos and drop you off at the tour’s final stop, just one block from the Plaza de Armas.