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When is the best time to visit The Southern Peruvian Amazon?

The Peruvian selva enjoys a hot (30°C), humid tropical climate all year round, though there may be cold snaps. The high water, rainy season is Dec-May, a few degrees cooler than the rest of the year. At this time all waterways are navigable including small creeks, so opportunities to spot mammals are more frequent than during the sunnier dry season. From Jun-Nov the low water reveals many jungle trails, where you can get close to the vegetation, and this is a good time to spot migratory birds in flight.

For more detailed information visit our When To Go section.

What language is spoken in The Southern Peruvian Amazon?

The main language spoken in the Amazon is Spanish.

What currency do I need in The Southern Peruvian Amazon?

The Peruvian Nuevo Sol is the main currency used in the Amazon. There are banks and ATMs in Puerto Maldonado where notes in local currency or US dollars can be withdrawn using a UK credit or debit card. Several money exchange offices exchange US dollars cash but the rate may be poor).

What is the time difference between The Southern Peruvian Amazon and the UK?

The time difference between the Amazon and the UK is GMT -5 hours.

What does a visit to The Southern Peruvian Amazon combine well with?

Cusco (1 hour by air) and Machu Picchu (1 hour by air and 4 hours by land); Lake Titicaca (1 hour by air to Cusco and 6-9 hours by road or 12 hours by train).

How do I get to The Southern Peruvian Amazon?

The southern Amazon: flights to Puerto Maldonado from Cusco take 1 hour. From Cusco to Manú by air is about 1 hour and 6-9 hours by road and boat. Longer by bike!

If you still have questions, please contact us and one of our Travel Experts will be happy to help.

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