Amazon Cruise 4 Days 3 Nights

Capacity: 8 passengers, Additional accommodation:  1 child in each cabin (roller bed)

Length: 75.5 feet / 23 meters, Beam: 19.7 feet / 6 meters, Draft: 6.5 feet / 2 meters

Lifejackets: In all cabins

Social Areas: Dining Room, Observation Deck, Lounge

Cruising Speed: 16 knots, Engine: Caterpillar 185 HP, Generator: Caterpillar 48 KW (encapsulated)

Radio Communications: VHF, UHF, Satellite Telephone

Crew: 8, Naturalist Guides: 2 (fluent English speakers)

Fly Lima to Iquitos on the afternoon light. You will be greeted upon arrival and transported to the riverboat. Upon arrival, take some time to settle in, relax and have a drink as you get to know your fellow passengers. There will never be more than 8 guests, so you will have the opportunity to make lifelong friends. We will conduct a safety drill and explain everything you need to know about the riverboat to have a safe and fun adventure. Savor the first of many wonderful dinners by our talented chef as we begin our journey along the Amazon.

Enjoy breakfast as we cruise along the Marañón River. Board our excursion boat for a day-long excursion in the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, the largest reserve in Peru and the second largest in the Amazon . Travel by excursion boat from Yanayacu Creek to the remote Yarina Cocha. We will take a rainforest hike and you will experience the huge biodiversity that the rainforest is known for Watch for monkeys, sloths, tree-frogs, iguanas, pink and gray river dolphins, and many varieties of bird species. Examine and learn first-hand about jungle plants–their unique survival tactics as they compete for sun and nutrients in the dense rainforest, the part they play in sustaining the complex balance of life in the jungle and the important medicinal value they offer. After a day filled with once-in-a-lifetime experiences, return to the river boat for dinner and a relaxing evening with friends.

In the morning we depart for our next adventure a spectacular tour of the rainforest from its canopy. Take a short hike to the canopy walkway a suspended bridge spanning over 500 meters (1/3 of a mile) connected by platforms in the rainforest treetops. Experience a unique view of the rainforest flora and fauna from heights reaching 35 meters (115 feet). After this breathtaking experience, enjoy lunch and some free time aboard the boat. In the afternoon we will visit one of the local villages to gain a deeper insight into how people live in the Amazon. Meet a local shaman; participate in a traditional ceremony of spiritual healing. Before you depart, you will have the opportunity to view and purchase some of their handicrafts and delightful folk art.

As we cruise slowly back down the Marañón River we will come to the confluence of the Marañón and Ucayali rivers, where the “true” Amazon River begins. After lunch transfer to the Iquitos airport or your hotel.

Children Policy:

8 years minimum in all programs, children under 13 receive a 25% discount.

What to Bring

In this part of Peru it can rain any day of the year. In general we recommend bringing a raincoat, easy drying clothes (no jeans), rain boots, flashlight and binoculars. During excursions: mosquito protection cream or spray and solar protection. In order to protect from the mosquito and to walk with comfort in the trails: Shirts of long sleeve, long pants and a cap. In case that you want to enjoy a bath in fresh waters of cochas and rivers of Our Region you should bring a swimsuit.

Documentation

A passport is required to travel to South America. In addition, a visa (for US passports) is required to travel into Brazil and a Tourist Card for entry into Colombia for American citizens. Note: For residents of other countries, please contact foreign consulates for updated information.

Health Requirements

A Yellow Fever inoculation is required for passengers entering Brazil from Peru, Colombia or Bolivia. No other vaccinations are required. We recommend consulting your physician or local health department regarding Malaria.

Climate

Iquitos and the Tres Fronteras area enjoy year-round temperatures in the mid-80 F. Humidity is uncomfortable only in the jungle – not in towns or along the rivers. Nights can sometimes be cool. Rainy season runs from December to March, usually averaging one brief, heavy rainfall per day. As a result, the river is high from April to June, falls during the summer and reaches its lowest levels between August and November. A suggested clothing list will be sent at time of issuing final documents.

Meals

All meals are included on all cruises and expeditions. Meals are served buffet-style and feature caught fish, vegetables and fruit whenever possible. Due to the nature of the environment, some of the food is preserved and /or processed. No meals are included at local hotels unless indicated.

Insurance

Global Trips/Operator is NOT RESPONSIBLE, or liable for any loss, damage or theft luggage, personal belongings or illness. We do recommend for those passengers to purchase travel insurance.

Important Notice:

 The Operator shall not be, or become, liable or responsible for any loss, injury, damage due to services, sickness, weather, war, revolts, criminal activity, acts of terrorism, quarantine, or any other causes. We reserve the right to cancel any tour prior departure, in which case full refund of all payments will constitute full settlement with passengers. A minimum of 8 passengers is required to operate the cruise.

Ship Insurance

The operator has insurance for the ship and the passengers who will be participating in our program inside our cruise ship.

Gratuities

It is customary to give cruise gratuities, subject to your satisfaction of services rendered. Gratuities on board and on land are not included in your full fare. Suggested tip amount per passenger is: USD$ 250.00 per passenger.