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Alto Mayo Full-Day Adventure

From$66
12 hours
Tarapoto, Peru

About this activity

Experience the natural beauty of Alto Mayo with a full-day tour from Tarapoto, including visits to Tio Yacu, Chacra Vieja, and Moyobamba.

Highlights

  • Centro turístico Tio Yacu
  • Chacra Vieja
  • Moyobamba

Full description

Discover the lush landscapes of Alto Mayo on this full-day tour from Tarapoto. Begin with a visit to Centro turístico Tio Yacu, where you'll immerse yourself in the region's rich biodiversity. Next, explore Chacra Vieja, a local farm offering insights into traditional agricultural practices. Conclude your journey in Moyobamba, known for its vibrant culture and stunning natural surroundings. This adventure includes hotel pickup and drop-off from centrally located hotels, a professional guide, air-conditioned transportation, and a delicious lunch. Please note that gratuities are not included in the package.

Included / Excluded

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from centrally located hotels
  • Professional guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

Itinerary

1

We will pick you up from the hotel located in the city of Tarapoto to go towards Alto Mayo, one of the most beautiful places on the planet. This spot is a birdwatching paradise with amazing landscapes of lush vegetation and incredible waterfalls, as well as underground caves to explore and hot springs to enjoy. The tour to Alto Mayo Valley starts in the city of Rioja located 87 miles to the north of Tarapoto. After a journey of more than 2 hours we are going to arrive at the source of the Tioyacu river.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: YES
2

After the visit Tio yacu, we will go to the touristic center known as the Chacra Vieja. Here you can taste typical drinks and buy local handicrafts. Later, you will enjoy a typical lunch with regional dishes and fresh ingredients.

Duration: 2 hoursAdmission: YES
3

After lunch, we will go to the city of orchids Moyobamba to visit the orchidarium. Moyobamba, city located in the region of San Martín, has 1500 varieties of orchids with different shapes and colors. The Alto Mayo Protected Area there are registered like 300 species of orchids. In this wonderful nursery you will be able to admire these fantastic plants together with a professional guide and if you wish, you can buy one. At the end of this unique experience, we are going back to the city of Tarapoto to drop you off at the hotel.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

Important information

Know before you book

  • Hotel pickup is available from centrally located hotels; confirm your pickup location upon booking.
  • The tour is conducted in Spanish; ensure you have a basic understanding of the language or arrange for a translator if needed.
  • Gratuities for the guide and driver are not included and are appreciated for excellent service.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for walking and outdoor activities.
  • Bring a hat, sunscreen, and insect repellent to protect against sun and insects.
  • Carry a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated throughout the day.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Infants Required On Laps

Good to know

  • Children 3 and younger are complimentary
  • The lunch menu is already selected. In case you want to make any menu changes, this will have an additional cost, which can be paid at the moment
  • You should bring swimwear, sunglasses, sunscreen, repellent, hat, towel

Additional information

Children 3 and younger are complimentary The lunch menu is already selected. In case you want to make any menu changes, this will have an additional cost, which can be paid at the moment You should bring swimwear, sunglasses, sunscreen, repellent, hat, towel
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