How many Amazonian tribes are there in Peru?

 The Peruvian jungle is not only home to a large amount of vegetation and exotic animals, but it is also protected by its numerous Amazonian tribes.


It is estimated that the ancestral indigenous population of the Peruvian Amazon is made up of 13 Linguistic Families: Arahuaca, Cahuapana, Harakmbut, Huitoto, Jibaro, Pano, Peba-Yagua, Quechua, Unclassified, Tacana, Tucano, Tupi-Guaraní, and Zaparo.

To date, there is information on 55 indigenous peoples in Peru, 51 from the Amazon and 4 from the Andes. The best known being the Asháninka tribe, the largest indigenous people in the Peruvian Amazon. His people expand through the central jungle, covering part of the departments of Cusco, Ayacucho, Junín, Pasco, Huánuco and Ucayali.


One of the best ways to get to know our Peruvian Amazon is aboard the famous Amazon river cruises such as Jungle Experiences. An unforgettable experience while you get to know the beautiful landscapes of the Peruvian jungle, in addition to enjoying its typical food, its exotic liquors and practicing yoga.

Yes, you read that right, Jungle Experiences offers a yoga cruise service, taught by a specialist in this practice. Who will guide all visitors through an immersive experience on the waters of the Amazon River aboard their luxury cruise.







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