The people of the region are very welcoming, warm and helpful, and rudeness to foreigners just doesn't occur. The ability to converse even a little in Spanish will greatly enhance the experience of any visitor, however, and will open up many more opportunities to interact with the inhabitants of the region. The Iquitos area, located just south of the Equator, is characterized by strong tropical sun and warm temperatures. Temperatures are cooler and humidity lower at this time of year, even though the skies are clearer and sunnier. Bring a sweater or light jacket, especially for traveling on the river in the evening or at night.
Humidity is high, and the nights stay warm.
River levels are affected both by local rains and by rainfall in the headwaters of the Amazon and Napo rivers. Accessibility to the upper reaches of many smaller rivers varies seasonally, and those interested in accessing more remote areas off of the main rivers should contact Project Amazonas for further information.