Expeditions to Matses Tribe
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EXPEDITIONS TO MATSES TRIBE – TOUR VIVENCIAL
The Matsés, also known as the Mayoruna, are an indigenous tribe living in the Amazon rainforest along the Javari River, which forms the border between Brazil and Peru. They are known for their rich cultural heritage, unique traditions, and deep connection with their environment. Here’s an overview of their life, culture, traditions, and daily activities:
learn about the vivencial expeditions with the Matsés tribe. This itinerary provides a balance of cultural immersion, adventure, and relaxation, offering a unique and respectful way to experience the life and tribal traditions in the peruvian amazon.
Employing local matses guides who are knowledgeable about the region and the Matsés culture. The Matsés’ way of life is a testament to the deep connection between indigenous peoples and their environment. Their rich cultural heritage and traditions offer valuable insights into sustainable living and the importance of preserving indigenous knowledge and practices.
Within the expedition with the matses tribe some activities can be varied depending on some unforeseen events, which the guide has the authority to modify the itinerary either due to incidents that may cause injury the participants.
- Language: The Matsés speak the Matsés language, part of the Panoan language family. Some also speak Spanish or Portuguese, depending on whether they are in Peru or Brazil.
- Housing: Matsés live in communal longhouses called “malocas.” These structures are made from natural materials like palm leaves and wood, providing shelter and a communal living space for extended families.
- Shamanism: Shamans, or traditional healers, hold a respected position within the coimmunity. They use their knowledge of medicinal plants and spiritual practices to heal and guide the tribe.
Expeditions to matses tribe has deep connection to their environment, which plays a central role in their daily life, culture, traditions and survival. Get ready now!
Included/Exclude
- Transfer to Angamos by plane
- River transport (boat)
- All meals
- Tents
- Bilingual Guides
- Matses guide
- Filghts from lima to Iquitos
- Insurance
- Tips
Tour Plan
We are here to provide you with all the information about the expeditions to the Matses tribe, trips available with a minimum of 2 people. If you are a Solo traveller, don`t hesitate to write to us for a quote.
- Expeditions Matses 8 days
- Expeditions Matses 10 days
- Expeditions Matses 12 days
- Expeditions Matses 15 days
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The itinerary can be modified according to the days for the expeditions, we recommend coming one day before, the flights can also be modified according to the weather since this is provided by the air group number 42 of Iquitos (Peruvian Air Force).
Day 1: Iquitos - Colonia Angamos
- Morning: Departure time to grupo aéreo ( air forcé nro 42 ) by public airplane aprox, 45 minutes
- Afternoon: Stay in colonia Angamos
- Evening: Welcome dinner in colonia Angamos y talk about the trip to next days
Day 2: Colonia Angamos – Buen Peru Commnutity “the matses tribes”
- Morning: Continue traveling by boat, entering the Galvez river, enjoying the scenery, wildlife spotting,
- Travel from colonia Angamos by boat aprox 6 hours
- Afternoon: Stay at Buena Peru, the matses tribes
- Evening: Sleeping in a local matses house.
Day 3: the Matsés Culture
- Full Day: Cultural activities with the matses
- Evening: hiking at night to look for the monkey for the kambo ceremony .
Day 4: Matsés Territory
- Morning: Meet the community members and receive a traditional welcome.
- Afternoon: The matses cultures
- Evening: Orientation about Matsés culture and traditions.
- Daily Activities:
- Hiking and Exploration: Guided walks through the rainforest to learn about the local flora and fauna.
- Cultural Workshops: Participate in workshops on traditional crafts, hunting techniques, and medicinal plant usage.
- Fishing and Hunting: Join the Matsés in fishing and hunting activities using traditional methods.
- Traditional Cooking: Learn about and help prepare traditional Matsés meals.
- Ceremonies and Rituals: Experience shamanic rituals and other cultural ceremonies.
- Education and Storytelling: Engage with elders and community members to hear stories and learn about Matsés history and traditions.
- Wildlife Observation: Spot diverse wildlife, including birds, monkeys, and other Amazonian species.
Camping and sleeping in tent during the trip
- Morning: Full Hiking.
- Afternoon: Full hiking crossing differents path and creeks.
- Evening: Camping in the jungle.
- Day 14, Arrive in Requena city, depending your arrival time
Day 15: Return to Iquitos
- Morning: Continue traveling back to Nauta.
- Afternoon: Transfer by vehicle from Nauta to Iquitos.
- Evening: Farewell dinner in Iquitos and reflection on the journey.
