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River in the Amazon Rainforest

Discovering the Amazon

Example 5 Day Cruise aboard Amazon Star
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This fascinating cruise takes its passengers through the Amazon River on a journey where contact with nature will be present all along the way. Discover the Amazon, its wildlife and vegetation from the comfort of the Amazon Star. You'll be able to get close to the essential elements of the rainforest including pink dolphins, birds, and monkeys during this 5-day voyage.
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Highlights
  • Tour Casa Morey, built between 1910 and 1913
  • Explore the Yarapa River, a nature reserve protected by a local community
  • Visit a local town where you will learn about the culture and traditions in the Amazon
Places Visited
Activity Level: Relaxed
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
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Day 1: Iquito | Embark

Arrive at the city of Iquitos. Once there, begin the tour to some attractions in the area such as the Amazon Rescue Center (CREA), a foundation dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and release of manatees; the Museum of Amazonian Indigenous Cultures and Casa Morey, built between 1910 and 1913, an example of the ostentatious architectural style carried out during the rubber boom era. After the tour, transfer to the port from where the Amazon Star will set sail. Participate in an orientation and safety talk, and begin to navigate the Amazon River. In the afternoon, enjoy a welcome dinner while listening to the instructions of the activities for the following day.

Day 2: Amazon River

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Early in the morning, you can head to the deck for an optional bird watching activity. Peru contains the second largest number of bird species in the world, and the Amazon is home to most of them. After breakfast, go on a boat exploration along the Amazon River and be impressed by the local vegetation and wildlife.
 
Have lunch upon return and listen to a talk about life in the Amazon by local naturalists. Depart on a boat exploration on the Yarapa River, a tributary of the Ucayali River and a nature reserve protected by a local community. Then, the crew will offer a live musical presentation in the boat. Finally, have dinner and participate in the briefing for next day´s activities

Day 3: Yanallpa Stream | El Dorado River

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Start the day at 6:00 a.m. with an optional bird watching activity from the deck. Then visit Yanallpa, a beautiful stream near the Ucayali River where you can appreciate the vegetation and local fauna. After breakfast, visit a school and a local town where you will learn about the culture and traditions in the Amazon. You can also acquire beautiful handicrafts and help the sustainability of the community. Back at the boat, have lunch on the deck while enjoying a panoramic view of the river. Later, a naturalist will offer a talk of the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve. Enjoy a night walk in El Dorado stream, where you can see the nocturnal fauna. Then, have dinner and participate in the briefing for next day´s activities.

Day 4: El Dorado River | Supay Stream

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Wake up at 6:00 am to start a boat exploration of El Dorado River and fish the most famous one in the Amazon: the piranha. Have a unique picnic breakfast in the boat. Back in the Amazon Star, have lunch and participate in a cooking class. The next exploration by boat will take you to the Supay stream, which you can also optionally explore by kayak. Then, you will have dinner and participate in the informative talk of the next day.

Day 5: Nauta | Disembark

  • 1 Breakfast
Wake up early in the morning. Disembark in Nauta by 6:00 am. Breakfast en route on the way to the airport.

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Amazon Star

Amazon Star-Dining Room
Amazon Star-Deck
Amazon Star-Gym

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$2,800

Notes

Child Policy:
The minimum age for all the passengers is seven (7) years of age.
Children from 7 to 18 years sharing a cabin with an adult will receive a 10% discount
Included
  • 4 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 4 Dinners
  • 4 Nights Accommodations
  • Accommodations as listed
  • Ground transportation as listed
  • Activities as listed
  • Meals as listed
  • Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
Excluded
  • Gratuities
  • Travel Insurance
  • Personal Expenses
  • Flight costs (please request a quote)
  • Additional excursions during free time
  • Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)

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