Discovery Cruise - High Water Season
4 Days - Aria Amazon
Join us on an Amazon adventure steeped in luxury and explore Peru’s Amazon River, travelling deep into the Amazon rainforest. The M/V Aria is custom made for Amazon cruising and offer an extraordinary level of comfort as you explore the Pacaya Samiria Reserve Peru with its wealth of wildlife, birds and plants. Expert naturalist guides and the best in gourmet cuisine make this an experience not to be missed.
from AUD $5391pp
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Itinerary Highlights
- Sit down, relax, sip fine South American wine, toast the beginning of a beautiful journey and enjoy the innovative Amazonian cuisine.
- Take a magical journey through the "Jungle of the Mirrors," where towering trees are reflected in the dark river.
- Meet and interact with local villagers in this remote part of the world and learn about their traditions and folklore.
Itinerary in Brief
High Water Itinerary (November- May)
- Day 1: Iquitos - Nauta - Embarkation - Marañon River
- Day 2: Amazonas River - Yacapana Islands - Nauta Caño River
- Day 3: Yanayacu Pucate River - Marañon River - Village Visit - Jungle Walks
- Day 4: Nauta Town - Manatee Rescue Center - Transfer To The Airport
Day 1: Iquitos - Nauta - Embarkation - Marañon River
Arriving on a noon flight, receive a warm welcome at Iquitos International Airport by our crew. Board our private transfer to downtown Iquitos, for a panoramic city tour and a welcome lunch. Then transfer to Nauta port for embarkation.
Settle into your generously sized suite as you begin one of life’s greatest adventures. Following an introduction to our naturalist guides and a routine safety drill, gather at the restaurant for the first of many Amazonian cuisine experiences created by Aria Amazon’s renowned consulting chef, Pedro Miguel Schiaffino.
Day 2: Amazonas River - Yacapana Islands - Nauta Caño River
We start the day with early morning birdwatching along the majestic Amazon River. After breakfast, head out for a skiff excursion along the Yanayacu Yacapana River, a tributary of the Amazon River, in search of wildlife including parrots, hawks, monkeys, and sloths. In the evening, embark on a wildlife excursion on the black waters of Nauta Caño River. End the night with extraordinary stargazing.
Day 3: Yanayacu Pucate River - Marañon River - Village Visit - Jungle Walks
Begin the day’s adventures near the main entrance of Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, cruising along Yanayacu Pucate in the comfort of our private skiffs. Here, fish for Amazonia´s notoriously ferocious piranhas while we keep an eye out for other exotic wildlife. Visit an Amazon village to interact with native riberenos (people of the river) and witness a demonstration of Aguaje palm harvesting.
Kayak, canoe, and swim in the area’s enchanting black waters, while staying on the lookout for the legendary pink dolphins. After lunch, take a jungle walk in Casual’s Forest and look for flora and fauna including medicinal trees, insects, and poison dart frogs.
Day 4: Nauta Town - Manatee Rescue Center - Transfer To The Airport
In the morning, take a guided visit to the local market and marvel at the regional produce of the Peruvian Amazon.
Return to Aria Amazon for breakfast before disembarkation. En route to the airport, visit the Manatee Rescue Center, where orphaned Amazonian manatees rehabilitate before they are released back into the wild.
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13 Dec 2024 - 16 Dec 2024 | AUD $5391pp | ||
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Second Deck Suite | AUD $5625pp | Contact us | |
20 Dec 2024 - 23 Dec 2024 | AUD $5391pp | ||
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27 Dec 2024 - 30 Dec 2024 | AUD $5391pp | ||
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Second Deck Suite | AUD $5625pp | Contact us | |
03 Jan 2025 - 06 Jan 2025 | AUD $5625pp | ||
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Second Deck Suite | AUD $5859pp | Contact us | |
10 Jan 2025 - 13 Jan 2025 | AUD $5625pp | ||
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17 Jan 2025 - 20 Jan 2025 | AUD $5625pp | ||
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24 Jan 2025 - 27 Jan 2025 | AUD $5625pp | ||
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31 Jan 2025 - 03 Feb 2025 | AUD $5625pp | ||
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07 Feb 2025 - 10 Feb 2025 | AUD $5625pp | ||
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14 Feb 2025 - 17 Feb 2025 | AUD $5625pp | ||
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21 Feb 2025 - 24 Feb 2025 | AUD $5625pp | ||
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28 Feb 2025 - 03 Mar 2025 | AUD $5625pp | ||
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07 Mar 2025 - 10 Mar 2025 | AUD $5625pp | ||
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14 Mar 2025 - 17 Mar 2025 | AUD $5625pp | ||
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21 Mar 2025 - 24 Mar 2025 | AUD $5625pp | ||
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28 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2025 | AUD $5625pp | ||
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04 Apr 2025 - 07 Apr 2025 | AUD $5625pp | ||
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11 Apr 2025 - 14 Apr 2025 | AUD $5625pp | ||
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18 Apr 2025 - 21 Apr 2025 | AUD $5625pp | ||
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25 Apr 2025 - 28 Apr 2025 | AUD $5625pp | ||
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02 May 2025 - 05 May 2025 | AUD $5625pp | ||
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09 May 2025 - 12 May 2025 | AUD $5625pp | ||
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16 May 2025 - 19 May 2025 | AUD $5625pp | ||
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23 May 2025 - 26 May 2025 | AUD $5625pp | ||
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30 May 2025 - 02 Jun 2025 | AUD $5625pp | ||
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07 Nov 2025 - 10 Nov 2025 | AUD $5625pp | ||
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12 Dec 2025 - 15 Dec 2025 | AUD $5625pp | ||
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19 Dec 2025 - 22 Dec 2025 | AUD $5625pp | ||
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26 Dec 2025 - 29 Dec 2025 | AUD $6188pp | ||
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Second Deck Suite | AUD $6422pp | Contact us |
**Prices are per person based on twin / shared accommodation.
**Single supplements may apply
Cabin Details
First Deck Suite
250sqft / 23.2sqm, king bed or 2 single beds, floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows, polished timber flooring, air conditioning, en-suite sitting area, bathroom (with rain shower, toilet, sink, cabinet, hot water around the clock and basket of organic amenities), hair-dryer and internal communications system.
Second Deck Suite
250sqft / 23.2sqm, California king-size bed or 2 single beds, floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows, polished timber flooring, air conditioning, en-suite sitting area, bathroom (with rain shower, toilet, sink, cabinet, hot water around the clock and basket of organic amenities), hair-dryer and internal communications system.
Aria Amazon Deckplan
Specifications
- Year Built: 2010
- Port of Embarkation: Iquitos, Peru
- Vessel’s Registry: Peru
- Capacity: 32 passengers
- Type of Vessel: River Expedition Vessel
- Length: 147 feet / 45 meters
- Beam: 29.5 feet / 9 meters
- Draft: 5 feet / 1.5 meters
- Gross Tonnage: 500 tons
- Cruising Speed: 12 knots
- Electricity: 220 volts
- Engines: 2 Cummins 400 HP Marine Engines
- Generators: 2 x 135 KVA Cummins (encapsulated for noise reduction)
- Water: 9,000-liter water treatment plant
Whats included?
- On-board accommodation
- All meals during the cruise
- Activities/shore excursions as specified
- Selected alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages
- Transfers
What’s not included?
- International and internal airfares
- Arrival/departure taxes or reciprocity fees, visa fees where applicable
- Travel insurance
- Gratuities
- Any items not mentioned as included
Notes
- Changes and adjustments for both seasons may also occur due to weather conditions, river conditions, and/or airline issues
- Recommended clothing - light and fresh pieces, blouses, long-sleeved shirts, swimwear, shoes with soft rubber sole for the boat (rubber boots and rain ponchos are provided by us), cardigan or long-sleeved shirts, wind resistant jackets. The days are hot and humid while the night breeze is fresh.
- Insects & Mosquitoes - we recommend taking Vitamin B or B-15 a few days before arrival to the jungle. These vitamins are the best natural repellent against insect bites. As well, do not forget to bring conventional repellent and cream for bites.
- Other items - we suggest bringing sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, binoculars (very important for enjoying the fauna and flora. Preferably 1 per person), camera, and extra batteries
- Schedule of activities is subject to change due to weather and river conditions. Please consult with your naturalist guide to discuss any last minute changes or questions.