Belen Market and La Venecia Loretana Tour With A Local Guide
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Join us on this unique and adventurous experience! The tour begins when your local guide, Marlon, meets you in front of Restaurante Fitzcarraldo in Iquitos (2 short blocks from the Plaza de Armas). You will then take a motokar to the Belen Market where you will explore many stalls of regional foods, drinks, spices, medicines and craft goods. The tour is designed so you can see hidden corners of the market and taste local fruits and delicacies. Ask questions along the way because Marlon is very knowledgeable and can help you negotiate! To further this cultural experience, you’ll then take a boat ride along the Venice of Iquitos and see the daily life of the Belén neighborhood and people. Be sure to bring your camera and wear closed toe shoes! Tour includes bottled water, transportation between attractions (motokar and boat) and select tastings within the market.
Your experience
Stop 1
For the second portion of the experience, you’ll then take a boat ride along the "Venice of Iquitos" (Venecia Loretana) and see the daily life of the Belén neighborhood and people. You'll learn all about day to day life on the Amazon, and be encouraged to ask questions along the way. Be sure to bring your camera and wear closed toe shoes!
Stop 2
After meeting with your local tour guide, we will provide a Motokar to the Belen Market where you will explore many stalls of regional foods, drinks, spices, medicines and craft goods. The tour is designed so you can see hidden corners of the market and taste local fruits and delicacies. Ask questions along the way because Marlon is very knowledgeable and can help you negotiate!
What’s included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
Meeting and pickup
We will meet in front of Restaurante Fitzcarraldo, 1 block away from the Plaza de Armas in Iquitos. Please message or call via WhatsApp +51 950 404 715 if you have any issues.
Before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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