Pacaya Samiria National Park is one of the crown jewels of the Peruvian Amazon, a vast expanse of protected wilderness often referred to as “La Selva de los Espejos” — the Jungle of Mirrors — for the way its calm, blackwater lagoons perfectly reflect the sky and forest. Spanning over two million hectares, it is Peru’s largest national reserve and one of the most biodiverse regions on the planet.
This immense floodplain is a mosaic of rivers, channels, cochas (lagoons), and seasonally flooded forests. The Ucayali, Marañón, and Huallaga Rivers converge here, giving rise to a living landscape that changes dramatically with the rise and fall of the waters. During the rainy season, vast tracts of forest become submerged, creating an aquatic world where canoes glide through what seems like an endless water garden.
Pacaya Samiria shelters extraordinary wildlife. Its waters host river dolphins (pink and gray), giant river otters, black caimans, and countless fish, including the mighty Arapaima gigas (paiche), one of the world’s largest freshwater fish. On land and in the trees, the park supports jaguars, tapirs, peccaries, sloths, and a spectacular diversity of monkeys. More than 400 species of birds — from colorful macaws and hoatzins to elegant herons and kingfishers — fill the reserve with movement and song.
The park’s plant life is equally remarkable. Towering ceiba trees dominate the canopy while aquatic plants like the Victoria regia spread enormous leaves across still lagoons. Medicinal plants and fruit-bearing species provide sustenance for wildlife and for the local communities that live in and around the park.
For Indigenous and riverine communities, Pacaya Samiria is more than protected land — it is home, pantry, and spiritual heritage. People coexist with the forest through sustainable fishing, harvesting, and traditional knowledge passed down through generations, helping ensure that both people and nature continue to thrive.
Pacaya Samiria National Park is not just a destination; it is an immersion into one of Earth’s last great wildernesses — a place where the boundaries between water and sky blur, and the Amazon reveals its most pristine and timeless essence.
Design your own Amazon experience. From corporate retreats to private group adventures, we create fully customized journeys that combine nature, culture, and purpose in one unforgettable destination.
Flexible Duration
40 people
Celebrate graduation in the heart of the Amazon. Adventure, nature, and unforgettable moments come together in a once-in-a-lifetime journey designed for students ready to explore, connect, and celebrate.
Flexible Duration
40 people
Study the Amazon where science happens. Our University Study Expeditions provide hands-on field research opportunities in biodiversity, conservation, and culture—transforming the rainforest into a living laboratory for academic exploration.
Flexible Duration
40 people
Transform the Amazon rain-forest into a living classroom. Our School Field Trip Program combines education, exploration, and adventure to help students experience science, culture, and nature through hands-on learning in one of the most fascinating ecosystems on Earth.
Flexible Duration
40 people
A 4-day Amazon camping expedition deep inside Pacaya Samiria National Park. Navigate blackwater rivers, camp under the stars, spot wildlife like dolphins, monkeys, and caimans, and discover the magic of Peru’s largest protected reserve.
4 Days 3 Night
15 people
A 5-day immersive camping expedition in Pacaya Samiria National Park, where you’ll navigate blackwater rivers, hike deep into primary jungle, camp in remote locations, and witness Peru’s Amazonian wildlife in its purest form.
5 Days 4 Night
15 people
A 3-day Amazon camping adventure in Pacaya Samiria National Park, featuring boat expeditions, wildlife watching, and overnight camping in the pristine rainforest.
3 Days 2 Night
15 people
