Experience the Upper Amazon on a 6-day expedition aboard the Delfin III. Cruise the Marañón and Ucayali rivers, explore Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve’s mirrored waters, and spot wildlife including pink river dolphins, howler monkeys, and scarlet macaws. Navigate by skiff, kayak, or short hikes while engaging with local ribereños communities and learning about sustainable projects. Extend the adventure with a combined journey to Machu Picchu, Cusco, and the Sacred Valley, witnessing three UNESCO World Heritage Sites. This expedition offers an unparalleled perspective of Peru’s river ecosystems and cultural heritage.
Highlights
Kayak through the flooded forests of Pacaya-Samiria Reserve
Spot pink dolphins, monk saki monkeys, piranhas, and scarlet macaws
Explore Lima's UNESCO World Heritage designated city
Meet ribereños and learn about Amazonian village life
Activity options vary depending on destination and operator. Activity level is determined by the range and intensity of activities you choose to participate in. Discuss with your Trip Planner which options are best for you.
Arrive in Lima, Peru’s capital, and transfer to your hotel, conveniently located near the airport. Most international flights arrive late in the evening. For an extended stay, arrive a day early and check into the Country Club Lima Hotel to rest and explore the city before the expedition begins.
After breakfast, fly to Iquitos in the Peruvian Amazon and travel by road to the riverside community of Nauta, where Delfin III is ready for boarding. Settle into the cabin and join the group for a welcome onboard meal. In the evening, step onto the deck and take in the Amazon night sky.
Explore the Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve, a pristine swath of jungle stretching more than five million acres and harboring some of the Amazon’s most fascinating flora and fauna. The reserve is bordered by the Maranon and the Ucayali, two powerful rivers that converge to create the famed Amazon, which floods annually with nutrient-rich waters and is known locally as the Mirrored Forest for the reflections created by its seasonal glassy water.
Set out into this remarkable wilderness on daily excursions by skiff, kayak, and, when the water level permits, hikes on dry land. Look for sloths and monkeys, including variably colored saddleback tamarins, noisy howlers, and shaggy-tailed monk saki monkeys. Watch for an astounding variety of birds, from tanagers and hummingbirds to parrots and endangered scarlet macaws. In the river, look for massive paiche fish, the Amazon’s largest; rare pink dolphins; and the infamous piranhas.
One of the unexpected joys of traveling in the Upper Amazon of Peru is interacting with the local ribereños, the traditional people who live on the riverbanks. Visit the local non-profit Minga Peru, including a program of handicraft development, radio broadcasts, women’s health initiatives, and efforts in sustainable farming.
Day 6: Nauta | Disembark | Iquitos | Lima
1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch
Disembark in Nauta, stopping at the Amazon Rescue Center on the drive to Iquitos. Fly to Lima, where you connect to flights home. Ask your expedition specialist about options to extend your stay, including an overnight or day room at the Wyndham Lima Airport hotel.
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Suite
Suites 103-110 on the Main Deck measure 237 sq.ft. and feature floor-to-ceiling windows. They have two twin beds that convert to a king, a sofa, and bedside tables with reading lamps. Each suite includes a wardrobe, private bathroom with large shower and vanity, individual climate control, minibar, flat-screen TV, and hairdryer.
Upper Suite
Upper Suites 202-211 on the Upper Deck measure 237 sq.ft. and feature floor-to-ceiling windows. Each suite has two twin beds that convert to a king-size bed, bedside tables with reading lamps, and a sitting area with sofa. Bathrooms are spacious with a large shower and vanity. Additional amenities include individual climate control, minibar, flat-screen TV, and hairdryer.
Amazon Suites
Amazon Suites 101-102 on the Main Deck measure 270 sq.ft. and feature floor-to-ceiling windows. Each suite has a king-size bed, bedside tables with reading lamps, and a sitting area with a sofa. Bathrooms are spacious with a large shower and vanity. Additional amenities include individual climate control, minibar, flat-screen TV, and hairdryer.
Andes Suite
Andes Suite 201 on the Upper Deck measures 597 sq.ft. and features a king-size bed with 180-degree forward-facing floor-to-ceiling windows. The suite includes bedside tables with reading lamps, a sitting area with sofa, and a spacious bathroom with a separate bathtub, large shower, and double-vanity mirror. Additional amenities include individual climate control, minibar, flat-screen TV, and hairdryer.
Notes
Single supplement varies by itinerary. A solo traveler matching program may be available, but is subject to availability.
Kids under age 18 save $500 per person
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Included
5 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 4 Dinners
5 Nights Accommodations
Accommodations as listed
Ground transportation as listed
Activities as listed
Meals as listed
Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
Park and site entrance fees, special access permits, and port taxes
Excursions, hotels, and airport transfers, as indicated in the itinerary
Selection of exploration tools curated to your destination, such as Zodiacs and glass-bottom boats, stand-up paddleboards, kayaks, snorkeling equipment (including wetsuits, masks, and fins), and other state-of-the-art gear
Guidance and company of leading expedition staff
All meals as indicated in the itinerary, both aboard and onshore. Meals are inspired by regional cuisine and locally sourced where possible
Hors d’oeuvres inspired by regional cuisine and locally sourced where possible
24-hour access to snacks, premium coffees and teas, non-alcoholic beverages, and filtered water
Presentations on your destination by expedition staff and expert guest speakers
Complimentary reusable water bottle to fill at onboard water refill stations
The services of a physician, physician’s assistant, nurse practitioner, or paramedic where available
Morning stretch classes and 24-hour access to exercise equipment where available
24-hour access to lounges, observation decks, library stocked with regionally relevant literature, and other shared spaces
Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
Laundry, spa treatments, scuba diving, Wi-Fi and phone services (except when indicated as included)
We strongly recommend our guests to take Travel Protection Plan. A Plan with comprehensive coverage to protect you from cancellation fees, costs incurred due to trip delays/interruption, damaged or lost baggage, medical assistance, and evacuation during your travels
Airfare (except flights when indicated as included), pre- and post-expedition extensions, additional hotel nights, and private transfers (except when indicated as included)
Travel protection plans and passport, visa, and immigration fees
Enhanced and premium Wi-Fi plans, which may enable video chat, web browsing, and streaming (connectivity permitting)
Additional costs associated with medical services outside onboard physician consultation (where available)
Our guide and driver were very good with their knowledge and were very helpful with our questions. It was a very pleasant visit that would have been impossible to do on our own. Hotels and restaurants were fantastic. The special places we got to go to, like the kitchens, were great. Enjoyed the entire trip!
