Getting To Amazon Rainforest

Flying To Iquitos, Peru

Iquitos is the world's largest city unreachable by road — accessible only by river (3+ days from Lima by boat) or by air. LATAM, Avianca, and Star Perú operate daily flights from Lima (2h). Most lodge itineraries start with a flight from Lima to Iquitos followed by a speedboat transfer.

• Lima (LIM) → Iquitos (IQT): 2h, multiple daily (LATAM, Avianca, Star Perú)
• Airport to city centre: 10min taxi (~$5)
• Lodge transfers: speedboat from Iquitos docks, 1–3h depending on location

Flying To Manaus, Brazil

Manaus receives direct flights from São Paulo (4h), Rio de Janeiro (5h), and some international hubs. It serves as the gateway to the Brazilian Amazon for river boat journeys, floating lodge experiences, and the extraordinary Meeting of the Waters.

• São Paulo (GRU) → Manaus (MAO): 4h direct
• Rio de Janeiro → Manaus: 5h direct
• Manaus airport is modern and well-connected domestically

Health Precautions for the Amazon

Malaria prophylaxis is recommended for most visitors to the Amazon basin — consult your doctor or travel health clinic 4–6 weeks before departure. Yellow fever vaccination is required to enter some Amazon regions and may be checked at airport immigration.

• Malaria: recommend prophylaxis (Malarone or Doxycycline — ask your doctor)
• Yellow fever: vaccination recommended and sometimes required
• Dengue fever: no vaccine — rely on DEET-based insect repellent (30–50% DEET)
• Hepatitis A and typhoid: vaccinations recommended for all travellers to remote areas