Timeline
05:07
Maniti Expeditions Eco-Lodge & Tours
Meet your guide at Maniti Expeditions Eco-Lodge & Tours. Since the lodge is 1½ hours downriver, you will need to check the route for the boat departure time that aligns with the sunrise. Arrive early to secure your spot on the riverboat.
05:52
Maniti Expeditions Eco-Lodge & Tours
Experience the sunrise from the Amazon river. The boat will position you to watch the sun crest over the horizon, casting golden light on the water and jungle banks. This is the core moment of the trip.
06:52
Maniti Expeditions Eco-Lodge & Tours
Return to the lodge for breakfast. Maniti Expeditions Eco-Lodge & Tours is open 24 hours by phone and serves meals throughout the day. Enjoy a local breakfast to recharge after the early excursion.
Local tip
The lodge is located one block west of the Plaza de Armas, but the actual tour departs from the river. Confirm the exact boat departure time with the lodge in advance, as it must align with the 05:52 sunrise.
Check before you go
- Maniti Expeditions Eco-Lodge & Tours is open 24 hours by phone, so you can arrange the sunrise boat trip at any time.
- Sunrise in Iquitos on 15 January is at 05:52. You will need to be on the water or arriving at the dock well before this time.
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