Sprawling across most of Peru, the Amazon jungle is a great place to go for birdwatchers, nature lovers, and anyone else looking to explore the verdant forest and see exotic wildlife.

Tours usually consist of either traveling via boat down the amazon and checking out local jungle communities along the way, or setting up shop for a few days at one of the many jungle lodges and taking short excursions from there. Itineraries are endless and choices abundant, more than enough to cover all tastes and travel types--from natural adventures to cultural encounters. One of the most popular spots to arrange a tour is in Iquitos, located in the northern jungle on the Amazon River. Amazon jungle sites not to miss include the Pacaya-Samiria Reserve, Lake Quistococha, Bellavista, Nahua-Kugapakori Reserved Zone, and Manu Biosphere Reserve.

For a list of all available tours in the Peruvian Amazon see the Viva Travel Guides Peruvian Amazon Tours guide.