Peruvian Amazon: Hop aboard a riverboat and experience the Amazon in style. Led by an Amazon Reserve naturalist guide, your cruise will include daily excursions by motorized skiff designed to reveal the exotic wildlife that calls the rainforest home – with any luck you’ll spot sloths, toucans, or pink dolphins! And, with two full days for exploration in Pacaya–Samiria National Reserve, you'll have the chance to experience the jungle up close. The cuisine on board is regional and provides a unique and delicious window into local culture. Gain a rare glimpse of how life "on the river" is lived and experience the magic of the Amazon on this once-in-a-lifetime riverboat adventure.
South America
Amazon Riverboat – Adventure in Depth
9 Days aboard M/V Amatista. From AUD $4,099pp.
Small Ship Expeditions
Details
Overview
Itinerary Highlights
- Visit the Amazonian Manatee Rescue Centre and learn all about this endangered mammal
- See some of the rare wildlife and plant life which exists in only in the Amazon
- Take part in presentations put on by your naturalistic guides
- Sail along the tranquil waters of the Enchanted Lake
- Meet a practicing shaman in a river village
- Visit a local Indian family
Itinerary in Brief
- Day 1: Lima
- Day 2: Lima/Iquitos
- Day 3: Pacaya Samiria National Reserve
- Day 4: Pacaya Samiria National Reserve
- Day 5-7: Pacaya Samiria National Reserve
- Day 8: Pacaya Samiria National Reserve/Lima
- Day 9: Lima
Ship Information
For more information on the M/V Amatista please view the ship page.
View M/V AmatistaTravelling with Eclipse
Peace of Mind
- Eclipse Travel is Australian owned and run, and an ATAS accredited travel agent.
- 24/7 emergency numbers and local contacts provided for support while you’re abroad.
- We provide all the information you need to organise your visas and vaccinations, making travel preparation stress-free.
- No currency surcharges. Once your deposit is paid, your price is guaranteed.
Specialists
- Our consultants are true destination experts, with firsthand experience and extensive travel in the regions we offer.
- Expect quick, professional responses and dedicated service from our knowledgeable team.
- We conduct regular checks on destinations, hotels, and services to ensure quality for every trip.
Authentic Travel
- Tailor-made itineraries designed around your unique requirements.
- Freedom to select your preferred style and standard of accommodation.
- Unique itineraries that take you beyond the major highlights, immersing you in each location.
- Committed to responsible travel: we reinvest in the environment and local communities across our destinations.
Day 1: Lima
Arrive at any time, an arrival transfer is included.
Day 2: Lima/Iquitos
Catch an early flight to Iquitos and transfer to the Amazon Riverboat. The river exploration begins with two boat excursions by motorized skiff, one during the day and one at night. Watch as the jungle comes alive with nocturnal species at nighttime. During free time, relax on board and soak in the natural beauty.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
Day 3: Pacaya Samiria National Reserve
Head out into the Pacaya Samiria Reserve on a boat excursion and search for monkeys, sloths, and macaws. In the afternoon, take a walk through the jungle and visit a local community to learn about their traditions. After dinner, opt to go on a night excursion to Piranha Creek.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
Day 4: Pacaya Samiria National Reserve
Explore the town of Nauta before continuing to cruise down the Amazon River. In the afternoon enjoy a jungle walk and learn about medicinal plants, search for monkeys and keep an eye out for reptiles.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
Day 5-7: Pacaya Samiria National Reserve
Explore the Amazon River and some of its tributaries in the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve. In the constantly changing Amazon we offer flexible itineraries, the naturalists onboard tailor each departure to the surroundings and water levels to ensure you get the most out of your Amazon adventure. Over the next few days, enjoy shore excursions, night excursions, educational lectures, a visit to a local shaman, an indigenous village, and the incredible wildlife of this lush area.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.
Day 8: Pacaya Samiria National Reserve/Lima
In the morning explore the shoreline by motorized skiff keeping your eyes out for birds, monkeys and sloths. Leave the peacefulness of the river behind en route stop at the manatee rescue centre before catching a flight back to Lima. Enjoy the evening in the city.
Breakfast included.
Day 9: Lima
Depart at any time.
Breakfast included.
Next Departure Date: 03 May 2025
| Dates | Cabin | From | Special Offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03 May 2025 - 11 May 2025 | AUD$4649pp | ||
| Main Deck Cabin | AUD$4649pp | Contact us | |
| Upper Deck Cabin | AUD$4829pp | Contact us | |
| 17 May 2025 - 25 May 2025 | AUD$4649pp | ||
| 07 Jun 2025 - 15 Jun 2025 | AUD$4099pp | ||
| 21 Jun 2025 - 29 Jun 2025 | AUD$4099pp | ||
| 12 Jul 2025 - 20 Jul 2025 | AUD$4099pp | ||
| 26 Jul 2025 - 03 Aug 2025 | AUD$4649pp | ||
| 09 Aug 2025 - 17 Aug 2025 | AUD$4649pp | ||
| 06 Sep 2025 - 14 Sep 2025 | AUD$4649pp | ||
| 04 Oct 2025 - 12 Oct 2025 | AUD$4649pp | ||
| 18 Oct 2025 - 26 Oct 2025 | AUD$4649pp | ||
| 01 Nov 2025 - 09 Nov 2025 | AUD$4649pp | ||
| 15 Nov 2025 - 23 Nov 2025 | AUD$4649pp | ||
| 06 Dec 2025 - 14 Dec 2025 | AUD$4649pp | ||
| 20 Dec 2025 - 28 Dec 2025 | AUD$4649pp |
**Prices are per person based on twin / shared accommodation.
**Single supplements may apply
Cabin Details
Main Deck Cabin
16m², 2 single beds or 1 convertible queen bed on request, private bathroom, shower, desk wardrobe, window, A/C.
Upper Deck Cabin
16m², 2 single beds or 1 convertible queen bed on request, private bathroom, shower, desk wardrobe, window, A/C.
M/V Amatista Deckplan
Specifications
- Capacity: 28 Passengers
- Year Built: 1994
- Renovated: 2013
- Crew members: 15
- Length: 124 feet
- Beam: 28 feet
- Draft 8.5 feet
- Cruising Speed: 8 knots
- Flag: Peru
What’s included?
- Your Local Living Moment: Local Indigenous Family Visit, Pacaya Samiria National Reserve
- Your Wellness Moment: Local Shaman Visit, Pacaya Samiria National Reserve
- Arrival transfer
- Cruise aboard the Amatista Amazon Riverboat (6 nts)
- Orientation tour of Iquitos
- Launches and land excursions with our expert naturalist team
- Internal flights
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
What’s not included?
- International airfares
- Passport, visa and immigration fees
- Airport arrival/departure taxes
- Travel insurance
- Departure transfers
- Gratuities
- Any items not mentioned as included
Notes
Optional Activities:
- Lima
- Lima Cooking Class (4hrs)
- Lima City Tour (40USD per person)
- Bike Miraflores and Barranco (35USD per person)
- Huacas and Larco Museum by Night (90USD per person)
Price Assurance
At Eclipse Travel, our expert destination knowledge and decades of travel planning experience come at no extra cost to you. While many think booking through a tour operator is more expensive than planning a trip independently, that’s not the case. We’re paid by our travel partners—such as hotels, activity operators, and cruise providers—via commissions, not by our clients.
Our team negotiates the best rates for you and ensures you receive unbiased advice, with no preference for any particular supplier. In fact, where we secure higher commissions, we often pass the savings on to you, giving us a competitive price edge.
Additionally, we lock in exchange rates at the time of your deposit, ensuring no surprise costs when it’s time for final payment. You can rest easy knowing we’ll handle the details with our suppliers. The only exceptions are national park fee increases or fuel surcharges imposed after your booking, though these are rare.
Take advantage of our team’s expertise and let us help you plan the perfect holiday—hassle-free!
Destination: South America
The vivid sights and sounds of South America offer something for everyone. Stretching from the Caribbean to Patagonia, the variety of cultures, climates and landscapes has to be experienced firsthand to be believed. The memories you take home will leave you wanting more – we’re sure you’ll want to return again and again, just like us!
Downloadable travel guide
Planning your next adventure has never been easier with our free downloadable travel guides. Get in-depth insights into local attractions, dining options, and hidden gems, all curated by our team of travel specialists with decades of experience.
