Things to do in Iquitos

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Barrio de Belén - Iquitos

Barrio de Belén - Iquitos is located on the banks of the Itaya River, south of Iquitos, the gateway city to the Peruvian Amazon. During the rainy season, the river rises, making the entire community appear to float on the water, which is why it is known as the "Venice of the Jungle." Thousands of residents live in stilt houses and floating homes tied to rafts, with the houses rising and falling with the water level. The high-water season typically lasts from December to May, when streets turn into waterways and canoes replace motorcycles as the primary means of transportation, with people paddling boats to visit neighbors, buy groceries, and take their children to school. When the water recedes, the stilts are exposed and wooden planks are laid over the mudflats, transforming them back into walkable boardwalk streets. The Belén Market, located right next to the riverbank, is a great window into Amazonian products: freshly caught river fish, surprisingly large freshwater fish, rare Amazonian fruits like camu camu and aguaje, and the Pasaje Paquito, which is filled with tree bark, roots, and plant infusions.

Amazon Explorer

On the journey to explore natural wonders, Requena's Amazon Explorer stands out and becomes one of the preferred choices for many adventure lovers. With its unique operating model, it creates an extraordinary experience for tourists to go deep into the heart of the Amazon rainforest, and is a window to appreciate this mysterious place. From the moment they embark on the journey, tourists seem to have stepped into another world. Safety is the top priority of Amazon Explorer's operations. During the expedition, various potential risks are fully taken into consideration, and a series of strict safety measures are taken to ensure the comfort and safety of tourists. Whether it is the pursuit of exciting adventures or the desire to connect deeply with nature, Requena's Amazon Explorer can meet the needs and bring tourists an unforgettable Amazon journey.

Iquitos Square

Plaza 28 De Julio

Mercado de Belen

Plaza José Abelardo Quiñones

Plaza Sargento Lores

Plaza Almirante Miguel Grau

Estadio Max Augustin

Plaza BOLOGNESI