Top 2 Fishing Tours in Peru

1.Lake Yacumama sunset and piranha fishing

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 14 reviews · 1 day · from $55Our pick

From Puerto Maldonado, you’ll ride to Lake Yacumama for a three-hour boat outing with piranha fishing, caiman searches, birdwatching, and sunset views. Guides such as Jesus and Teo add local nature knowledge, while round-trip transport, gear, permits, and a small group of up to six keep the day simple.

“Amazing experience! We went piranha fishing surrounded by a wonderful, dreamlike lake environment. Teo, our guide, was lovely, extremely friendly, and made the whole experience truly unforgettable.”

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2.Piranha Fishing Experience in the Amazon jungle

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4 reviews · 2 hours · from $88

Leave central Iquitos by van and river boat for an hour of piranha fishing where the Itaya meets the Amazon. Your private Spanish or English-speaking guide teaches the basics, supplies simple fishing gear, and helps beginners bait the hook. Guide José has earned special praise for his patient instruction.

“Grâce à notre Guide José la technique de la pêche aux Piranhas est désormais acquise :-)”

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