Use the Internet to visit the Peru Tourism Board official website for information on the Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve in central Peru The website provides a comprehensive overview of the country and features Amazon-specific data. Visit Amazon area tour company websites, which provide information about excursions and costs.
Go to the tourist office in Iquitos, where bookings are made for water or land tours into the rainforest. There are bare bones overland excursions, which provide camping and hiking experiences into the bush, and tours for visitors who seek the comfort and luxury of a river cruise into the jungle.
Rent a 4x4 off-road vehicle from an auto rental company located within the Iquitos International Airport. All the common rental companies are represented, but book ahead of time to ensure availability and the best rate. Traveling overland the 200 miles or so from Iquitos to the Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve on unpaved roads and jungle paths is a daunting task and one that requires supreme navigation skills, patience and a good amount of luck.
Acquire an INRENA entry pass prior to exploring the reserve. Guided tours or cruises should include the entry pass. The pass is required to enter the national reserve. The proceeds from INRENA passes are used for maintaining and protecting the rainforest.
