Amazon & Marañon Rivers 5-Day Luxury Cruise

Sail the mighty Amazon and Marañon Rivers on this 5-day luxury cruise from Iquitos. Comfortable suites, a jacuzzi, breathtaking views, boat trips, cooking demonstrations... What more could you ask for?

Amazon & Marañon Rivers 5-Day Luxury Cruise

The itinerary for the cruise will vary depending on the time of year.

December to May

Day 1: Iquitos - Amazon River

Upon pickup from the airport or hotel, you will be taken to the Hilton Iquitos for a welcome lunch, followed by boarding the boat to begin the cruise on the Amazon and Marañon Rivers.

Day 2: Yanayacu de Yacapana Reserve - Marañon River - Community of Puerto Prado - Nauta Caño

The first boat trip will head to the confluence of the rivers to view pink dolphins in the Yanayacu de Yacapana Reserve. Following breakfast, a jungle walk and visit to the Indigenous community of Puerto Prado occur. The day concludes with dinner featuring live music and a night excursion in Nauta Caño.

Day 3: Japón Lagoon - Pacaya Samiria Reserve

The morning begins with a picnic breakfast on the way to Japón Lagoon, followed by a visit to the Pacaya Samiria Reserve for kayaking. A Peruvian cocktail demonstration takes place before dinner.

Day 4: San Regis - Shiriyacu

After breakfast, visit the community of San Regis for a shaman demonstration and tree-planting ceremony. Afternoon piranha fishing at Shiriyacu and a live music show concludes the day.

Day 5: Nauta - Iquitos

The final day includes disembarkation in Nauta, a visit to the local market, and a stop at a manatee rescue centre before returning to Iquitos.

June to November

The itinerary changes slightly due to lower water levels:

Day 1: After lunch, head to Nauta to board the boat.Day 3: Morning in Yanayacu River for piranha fishing techniques.Day 4: Boat tour of the Samiria River with a picnic breakfast and a cocktail demonstration.

Accommodation

The tour includes 4 nights' accommodation aboard a luxury cruise ship with full board in your chosen suite category.

The Zafiro cruise ship features two decks with well-equipped rooms, private bathrooms, comfortable beds, and panoramic windows.

Suites

Available suite categories include:

Suite on the first deck: 226-square-foot suite with a convertible double or California king bed.Suite on the second deck: 226-square-foot suite with a private balcony.Master Suite: 247-square-foot suite with a convertible double or king California bed.Zafiro Suite: 484-square-foot suite with a private balcony, jacuzzi-style bathtub, and sofa bed.