Private tour in Iquitos maria w

The Soul of Iquitos & the Amazon

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Hola! I'm Maria, a 46-year-old artist, communicator, healer, guide and facilitator, currently residing in the Amazon Rainforest since 2015. Originally from Denmark, I bring with me a wealth of experience, also having worked as a CSR senior consultant on human rights issues. My journey has always been fueled by a curiosity for different cultures, a passion for justice, and a commitment to positive collaboration. Having explored 38 countries and lived in 6, I've cultivated an open heart and a multicultural identity. My solo travels began at the age of 16, and in 2015, I returned to South America, a place that has always felt like "home. " Over the next four years, I travelled and volunteered extensively, spending 2 years in an indigenous education program in the Peruvian Amazon Rainforest—an experience that deepened my connection to this remarkable ecosystem before I started my own project. My love for the Amazon extends beyond admiration; it's a commitment to collaborative projects with local friends. I believe that sharing knowledge and ideas can bring about real change, and my work focuses on (re-)connecting people to nature through various channels, arts, and collaborations. I firmly believe in the power of shared knowledge, and my principle is to share from the heart. My goal is to offer you not just an outstanding experience but to foster a genuine love for the Amazon Rainforest. All my endeavours are carried out in collaboration with local friends and communities, facilitating a direct exchange that supports our collective growth as human beings, the building of new friendships, and the promotion of life in harmony. Choosing to travel with me means more than just a journey; it's an endorsement of our educational and art projects dedicated to preserving life in the Amazon. I look forward to creating and sharing a natural experience with you as your guide—a pleasure that goes beyond exploration, extending to the heart of our shared commitment to the beauty and sustainability of the Amazon Rainforest. I have guided and received guests for 7+ years in the Peruvian Amazon Rainforest. I am not a driver.

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Overview of your Iquitos tour

This tour moves past the postcard stops and into the everyday pulse of the Amazon’s only roadless city. We wander through forgotten rubber-era echoes and present-day jungle rhythms. Along the way, you’ll encounter river people, market storytellers, boat builders, healers, artists, and quiet street observers — the ones who truly hold the city together. We follow water instead of maps: from hidden river edges to old wooden houses breathing with humidity and memory. You’ll learn how the forest shaped the city’s attitude, and feel how resilience, humor, and improvisation keep Iquitos alive. Optional experience: • Private visit with a local shaman An intimate introduction to traditional Amazonian plant knowledge and worldview OR • Amazon at Dusk A gentle sunset river trip through changing skies and jungle landscapes with the best organic cacao cocktail from the jungle.

Your Iquitos tour itinerary

• Hotel pick-up and guided walk through the heart of Iquitos • Stories of the rubber boom, river life, • Visit to the Amazon's best market and lesser-known corners of the city • Cultural encounters with local life, traditions, and everyday Amazonian rhythms

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Transport details
Type: Walking

You will travel by private vehicle "motor-taxi" in Iquitos. A moto-taxi in the rainforest is the same as a tuk-tuk that you may know from Asia. It suits 2-3 people and has a roof. Timings can be adjusted according to your wishes, weather conditions, and river or flight logistics. I recommend that my guests always remain flexible with schedules, as we are in the Amazon, where nature sets the rhythm

What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Food Drinks Snacks
Tickets: museums entry
Other: added activity visit to shaman or sunset tour
Meeting location

Iquitos, Loreto, Peru

At the hotel, and if far away from the city's main square, we will meet at "Plaza de Armas"

  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
Other details
Tour categories
Art And Culture
Off The Beaten Path
Boat
Tour reference number
1451126
Languages
Danish
English
Spanish
German
Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

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Who is this private tour in Iquitos best suited for?

This private tour in Iquitos is perfect for travellers who want to delve deeper into the cultural and historical aspects of the Amazon's only roadless city. It's ideal for those interested in exploring beyond the typical tourist spots, engaging with local life, and experiencing the everyday rhythms of the Amazon. The tour is also suitable for families, as it is kid-friendly.

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