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Pongo de Mainique Rafting Expedition – 6 Days Adventure
The Pongo de Mainique is one of the most impressive river canyons in Peru, and this 6-day rafting expedition takes you through a sacred natural corridor where the Andes meet the Amazon, surrounded by towering canyon walls, waterfalls, untouched jungle, and complete isolation, creating a truly unique and immersive river adventure designed for explorers seeking high safety standards and certified professional guides.
Tour Details
Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
River: Urubamba River
Levels: Class I, II, III+
Minimum: 4 participants
Maximum: Unlimited
Price: $600 USD per person
Private option: Available upon request
What’s Included
- Certified professional river guides (Spanish & English)
- Complete rafting equipment (helmet, life jacket, paddle, river gear)
- Safety kayak and cataraft support
- 5 days of full meals during the expedition
- Camping equipment (tent, sleeping mat, eco portable toilet)
- Private land and river transportation
- First aid kit and strict safety protocols
Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival & Departure
- 03:00 AM departure from Quillabamba to Ivochote (approx. 8 hours)
- Equipment distribution
- Safety briefing
- First navigation section
- Riverside camping
- Rapids: I – III+
Day 2 – Jungle Navigation
- Full river descent
- Birdwatching
- Wildlife observation
- Sport fishing
- Riverside camp
Day 3 – Rio Yoyato
- 4–5 hours navigation
- Turquoise waters exploration
- Camp at Yoyato River
Day 4 – Pongo de Mainique Canyon
- Canyon navigation
- Scenic stops for photos
- Guided walk with park ranger
- Final expedition camp
Day 5 – Return
- Motorized boat to Saringaveni
- Lunch
- Return to Quillabamba
