Piranha Fishing Tour in Iquitos by Wooden Canoe on the Itaya
From €99 per person
See availability →A piranha fishing tour in Iquitos on the Itaya River: a private guide, a wooden canoe and simple handmade rods, no fishing experience needed. About 3 hours.
The piranha fishing tour in Iquitos is a short, hands-on outing on the Itaya River. You climb into a traditional wooden canoe, and your local guide takes you through calm waterways to spots where piranhas bite. With a handmade rod you learn the basic technique, and no fishing experience is needed.
The guide stays beside you and shares facts about piranhas and the other fish of the region. Between bites, keep an eye out for river dolphins, birds and monkeys, though sightings depend on nature and are never guaranteed.
- Private guide, speaking Spanish and English
- Wooden canoe and life jackets
- Handmade fishing equipment
The outing lasts about 3 hours and suits anyone after a quick, genuine taste of the Amazon near the city. Local ground transport is included during the low water season when needed. Hotel pickup and tips are not included. The tour is not suitable for children under 5, pregnant women, people with mobility impairments or visitors over 60.