Chancas Amazon Rainforest Adventure Expeditions
 
 

Chancas Expeditions offers you the adventure of a lifetime in the Amazon rainforest jungles of Peru. Whitewater rafting, river expeditions in the Amazon rainforest, jungle river trips with Ayahuasca ceremonies and guided tours with an English speaking guide to the mysterious region of Chachapoyas.

 

 
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Whitewater Rafting and Kayaking in the High Jungle.

Chancas Expeditions offers whitewater rafting and kayak rental on the Mayo River in the Department of San Martin. We offer a choice of paddle and oar rafts, inflatable, sit-on-top and conventional kayaks.

whitewater, rafting, kayaking The Lower Mayo, near Tarapoto, passes villages of Quechua speaking Lamista Indians, descendants of the Chancas who escaped from Inca domination in the 15th century. The Lower Mayo is suitable for the entire family with rapids Class II and III only 30 km. from the city of Tarapoto. Trips are from 3.5 - 4 hours with 1.5 hours on the river. You will see variety of birds such as herons, hoatzins, caciques, and others and occasionally tamarin monkeys, agoutis and river otters.
The middle section of the Mayo, near the city of Moyobamba, has Class II, III and IV (depending on river levels) passing through narrow orchid covered canyons. Suitable for 6 years and over in dry season (July-October) and 16 years and over in rainy season. In the Middle Mayo commonly seen are Saddleback Tamarin monkeys, toucans and river otters. Middle Mayo trips are the entire day with lunch provided.

(Minimum 3)
Price each lower Mayo: $ 20.00 USD
Price each middle Mayo: $ 45.00 USD

Los Chancas Expeditions
Jirón Rioja 357, Tarapoto, Peru
Telephone: 51-94-52-2616
E-mail: chankas@terramail.com.pe

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