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Pink dolphin
from $3,016
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Amazon Exploration: Search for the Pink Dolphin

5 Day Itinerary aboard Manatee
  • Search for the pink river dolphin
  • Visit a school on the Napo River
  • Climb a 100-foot observation tower
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This 5-day itinerary on the Manatee is designed to highlight the incredible biodiversity, wildlife, and natural beauty found in the Amazon.
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Pink dolphin in the Amazon
from $1,660
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Amazon Journey-High Water Season

Nauta Roundtrip - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Amatista
  • Visit Pacaya Samiria National Reser
  • Admire the incredible wildlife
  • Learn more about the Amazon culture
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Iquitos / Nauta
Activities
Rainforest Exploration, Kayaking
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Variable
This 4-day Amazon cruise of Iquitos & Nauta aboard Amatista gives you an insider's view of life in Peru's rainforest, including piranha fishing, wildlife spotting, visit local villages, and opportunities to learn about wildlife preservation!
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Looking up the trunk of a giant rainforest tree
from $8,034
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Amazon Journey - Low Water Season

Nauta Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Zafiro
  • See the birthplace of the Amazon
  • Take a nocturnal boat ride
  • Meet and interact with locals
  • Swim in the Amazon River
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Iquitos / Iquitos
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Variable
From Iquitos, Peru, embark on the Zafiro for an eight-day tour highlighting the magnificent Amazon River's wonders. Navigate deep into Pacaya Samiria Reserve on an excursion to spot Amazonian marvels such as the pink river dolphin, many bird species, and all the animals that make this rainforest home.
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Riding a traditional canoe down the river
from $3,714
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Amazon Wildlife & Culture Journey

Iquitos Roundtrip - 7 Day Itinerary aboard La Perla
  • See pink and grey dolphins play
  • Meet and visit with locals
  • Admire the Amazon wildlife
  • Visit the birth place of the Amazon
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Iquitos / Iquitos
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Variable
This week-long river cruise onboard La Perla is ideal for flora and fauna enthusiasts who want to experience the Amazon rainforest. This region of the world is a birding enthusiast's paradise. Also, witness pink river dolphins in a way you've never seen them before.
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Beauty of Amazon River
from $4,056
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Amazon Journey via Marañón River- High Water Season

Iquitos to Nauta - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Zafiro
  • Visit the birth place of the Amazon
  • Kayak and swim in the Amazon River
  • Meet and visit with locals
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Iquitos / Nauta
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail towards the Sapote River, a protected area of the Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve, on a 5-day Amazon cruise on the Zafiro. As translators for indigenous people, naturalist guides utilize their eagle eyes to help you spot and learn about Amazonian species.
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Looking up the trunk of a giant rainforest tree
from $8,034
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Amazon Journey - High Water Season

Iquitos Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Zafiro
  • See the birthplace of the Amazon
  • Take a nocturnal boat ride
  • Meet and interact with locals
  • Swim in the Amazon River
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Iquitos / Iquitos
Activity Level
Variable
Join the Zafiro on this 8-day journey showcasing the mighty Amazon River’s treasures. Navigate deep into Pacaya Samiria Reserve for a real and safe adventure to spot the wonderful creatures of the Amazon!
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Mompox, Colombia
from $4,039
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Magic of Colombia - Cruise Only

Barranquilla - Cartagena - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaMagdalena
  • Experience Barranquilla’s Carnaval
  • Explore Sitio Nuevo’s village life
  • Discover Boca de Tacaloa landscapes
  • Stroll Mompox’s colonial streets
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Cartagena / Cartagena
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise along Colombia's Magdalena River from Barranquilla to Cartagena on the AmaMagdalena. Enjoy vibrant music, local coffee, unique wildlife, and authentic cultural experiences, including a private Carnaval celebration.
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Magdalena River, Colombia
from $4,039
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Wonders of Colombia - Cruise Only

Cartagena - Barranquilla - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaMagdalena
  • Explore vibrant Getsemani Cartagena
  • Discover historic Palenque town
  • Tour scenic Calamar by bicycle taxi
  • Witness gold artistry in Mompox
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Cartagena / Cartagena
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Variable
Sail the majestic Magdalena River on an 8-day cruise aboard the MS AmaMagdalena. Experience Colombia’s vibrant rhythms, rich history, and lively culture as you explore Palenque, Cartagena, and beyond.
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Mompox, Colombia
from $4,039
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Wonders of Colombia

Cartagena - Barranquilla - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaMelodia
  • Explore ancient ruins and markets
  • Visit Bocas de Cenizas and museum
  • Enjoy Columbian nature and wildlife
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Cartagena / Cartagena
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits, Festival Visits
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Variable
Discover Colombia's wonders on an 8-day cruise along the Magdalena River aboard AmaMelodia. Visit Palenque, the first free city, and the vibrant GetsemanĂ­ neighborhood in Cartagena. Discover the blend of cultures, music, and art that define the country.
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View the abundant wildlife of the Amazon
from $3,743
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Amazon Discovery

5 Day Itinerary aboard M/V Anakonda
  • Learn about the Amazon's diversity
  • Visit an Authentic Indigenous home
  • Navigate pristine water sections
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Coca / Yasuni National Park
Activities
Hiking
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Variable
Embark on an Amazon River cruise aboard the M/V Anakonda. This luxury small-ship vessel takes you to the heart of the Ecuadorian Amazon to see the pink river dolphin, black caiman, and anaconda in their natural habitat. Keep an eye out for crocodiles, monkeys, and hoatzins in the river.
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Pink dolphin
from $4,350
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Voyage to the Heart of the Amazon

Roundtrip Manaus - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Tucano
  • Enjoy daily walks and swimming time
  • Observe magnificent plants
  • Listen for bird and mammal calls
  • Look for caimans in the river
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Manaus / Manaus
Activity Level
Variable
Experience a 7-day Amazon River cruise on the M/Y Tucano, starting from Manaus and exploring the Rio Negro's untouched ecosystems. Engage in daily excursions, including rainforest walks while discovering diverse wildlife and learning from expert naturalists.
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A lovely reflection off the Amazon River
from $4,800
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Luxury Amazon Explorer - High Water

Roundtrip Nauta - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Aria Amazon
  • Explore the Ucayali River
  • Navigate the Zapote River
  • Tour Nauta’s local market
  • Explore the Yarapa River by skiff
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Iquitos / Nauta
Activities
Local Market Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 5-day cruise through the Peruvian Amazon aboard the Aria Amazon, starting with a city tour in Iquitos. Experience the rich biodiversity with river excursions, rainforest hikes, and opportunities to engage with local communities, ending with a visit to the Manatee Rescue Center in Nauta.
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Giant lily pads on the Amazon River
from $3,856
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Amazon Journey via Ucayali River- Low Water Season

Iquitos to Nauta - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Zafiro
  • Visit the Mirrored Forest
  • See pink and grey dolphins play
  • Explore the black water streams
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Nauta / Nauta
Activity Level
Variable
Explore the Amazon, Ucayali, and Pacaya Rivers on their way deep into the Pacaya Samiria Reserve, one of Peru´s largest national parks. Go piranha fishing, trek into the dense jungle in search of Amazon wildlife and birds, take a night safari and guided trips, visit local villages, and learn about wildlife preservation efforts in Peru’s Amazonia.
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Tree frog spotted in the Amazon
from $4,178
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Amazon Journey via Marañon River- Low Water Season

Nauta to Nauta - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Zafiro
  • Visit the birth place of the Amazon
  • Kayak and swim in the Amazon River
  • Meet and visit with locals
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Iquitos / Nauta
Activities
Fishing
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 5-day cruise aboard Zafiro exploring the wonderful Amazon and its tributaries towards the Sapote River, a buffered zone of the Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve. Naturalist guides use their eagle eyes to help you spot extraordinary wildlife and act as interpreters so that you may learn from Amazonian communities.
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Traditional Maracas in Colombia
from $4,039
$2500
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Magic of Colombia

Barranquilla - Cartagena - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaMelodia
  • Experience Carnaval of Barranquilla
  • Visit Nueva Venecia
  • Discover the picturesque Cienega
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Cartagena / Cartagena
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise from Barranquilla to Cartagena aboard the AmaMelodia and experience the allure of Colombia. Discover the rich culture and traditions of San Agustin, Mompox, and La Dorada, and indulge in Colombia's famous coffee. Encounter the country's unique flora and fauna as you journey through this diverse and captivating land.
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Masked Crimson Tanager in its natural habitat
from $1,550
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Amazon Journey via Ucayali River -High Water Season

Nauta Roundtrip - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Amatista
  • See pink and grey dolphins play
  • Visit the birth place of the Amazon
  • Meet and visit with locals
Starts / Ends
Iquitos / Nauta
Activity Level
Variable
Amatista hosts this 4-day Amazon cruise from Iquitos. Explore the Amazon, Ucayali, and Pacaya Rivers on their way deep into the Pacaya Samiria Reserve. Trek into the dense jungle in search of Amazon wildlife and birds, take a night safari and guided trips, visit local villages, and learn about wildlife preservation efforts in Peru’s Amazonia.
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