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Zafiro Luxury Amazon Cruise: 8-Day Amazon Adventure (Jun-Nov)
Zafiro Luxury Amazon Cruise: 8-Day Amazon Adventure (Jun-Nov)
Embark on an incredible 8-day, 7-night Zafiro Luxury Amazon Cruise from June to November, a meticulously crafted journey designed to immerse you in the raw beauty of the Peruvian Amazon during its fascinating low-water season. Your adventure begins with a seamless arrival in Iquitos, a private transfer to Nauta port, and a warm welcome aboard the luxurious Zafiro. Settle into your exquisite suite, complete with premium amenities, and enjoy a delightful pisco cocktail as you prepare for an unforgettable voyage. With expert naturalist guides by your side, you’ll delve into thrilling daily expeditions, encounter unique wildlife, explore local communities, and witness breathtaking Amazonian sunsets, all while indulging in the comfort and sophistication of your floating sanctuary.
Highlights
- Luxury & Comfort: Enjoy plush suites, welcome cocktails, and gourmet dining from day one.
- Night Wildlife Excursions: Thrilling skiff trips after dark to spot caimans, tarantulas, and more.
- Cultural & Shamanic Encounters: Visit local communities, learn from a shaman, and participate in a tree-planting ceremony.
- Amazon’s Origin & Pink Dolphins: Witness the confluence of major rivers and spot the iconic pink river dolphins.
- Active Exploration: Kayaking, swimming in black waters, and jungle walks including a canopy bridge adventure.
- Unique Flora & Fauna: Discover giant water lilies (Victoria Amazonica), «Avatar» trees, and exotic wildlife.
- Piranha Fishing & Local Markets: Try piranha fishing and explore the vibrant Nauta market.
- Conservation Focus: Visit the Manatee Rescue Center (Amazon Forever Bio Park) to support conservation efforts.
- Onboard Entertainment: Enjoy live music, cocktail demonstrations, and expert talks on Amazonian culture and wildlife.
Itinerary
DAY 1 | SATURDAY
Iquitos > Nauta > Marañon River > Nauta Caño
Pick up at the airport and transfer by private vehicle to Nauta port, for boarding. On the road you will enjoy a box lunch.
Our staff will accompany you to your suite specially equipped with comfortable beds, pure Peruvian pima cotton sheets, cotton bathrobes, air conditioning, private bathroom with shower and amenities.
Before sailing, our bartender will serve you a cocktail prepared with fruits from the region and pisco, the most popular national liquor in Peru. Do not miss the opportunity to savor it while enjoying a full view of the river from the observation deck, or a panoramic view in the indoor or outdoor lounge.
Once we start sailing the naturalist guides will present an overview of the trip program, such as activities, routes, information on wildlife and vegetation, the geographical and historical background, as well as other useful details. If you have any doubts or questions, our guides are always very happy to assist you.
After the welcome briefing, we will enjoy delicious appetizers and have time to rest before the next outing on skiffs to Nauta Caño, where you will enjoy a night excursion on skiffs in search of alligators, tarantulas, frogs, and other species that appear when the sun goes down.
Return to the ship and dinner on board. Begin your trip with a special Peruvian dinner with an Amazonian influence. It is a varied menu that includes a vegetarian option. Please let us know of any special dietary requirements in advance.
DAY 2 | SUNDAY
Marañón River > Yanayacu de Pucate > San Regis
Early in the morning, we will invite guests to the third deck of the ship to observe the transit of migratory birds.
Afterwards, we will start our excursion by boat to the Yanayacu de Pucate area, where we will appreciate one of the best-preserved and protected areas of the Pacaya Samiria reserve. Moreover, we will enjoy a special breakfast in the middle of nature.
Before returning to the ship, those who wish can take a kayak ride. Others might choose to swim in the refreshing black waters of the river.
Back on the boat, our bartender awaits you with a Peruvian cocktail demonstration, after that enjoy lunch. Followed by some time to rest, the guides will give us a talk on Amazonian philosophy.
In the afternoon, we will visit the native community of San Regis, where we will learn about their way of life and traditions. We will also learn about ancestral traditions from the local shaman. Our guides will act as interpreters during this experience, in which you will have the opportunity to ask questions about spiritual connections and the shaman´s abilities to heal the soul.
After living this experience, we will continue with the ceremony of planting a tree as a positive contribution to the environment. Moreover, there will be an opportunity to appreciate how the women of the community exhibit in a small craft market, pieces and objects made with their own hands.
Back on the ship you will have time to rest and relax with live music while we make time before dinner.
DAY 3 | MONDAY
Marañon River – Amazonian Natural Park – Nahuapa River
After breakfast, we will start a walk through the jungle, followed by a canopy walk, which will allow us to admire the richness of the jungle from the top of the trees.
At noon, we will return to the ship for lunch on board, after which we will have time to rest. It is important that you are present at the talk about the animals in the area that are in danger of extinction. In the afternoon, we will begin our exploration by boat on the Nahuapa River. There you will experience fishing for the famous piranhas, using local equipment and techniques.
Before returning to Zafiro cruise, we will make a night excursion in search of alligators, tarantulas, frogs, and other nocturnal species. Return to Zafiro, live music, and dinner.
DAY 4 | TUESDAY
Marañon River > Casual > Amazon River
After breakfast, we will start a walk in Casual, in search of wildlife, such as poisonous frogs and other exotic species. In this area, we will see the well-known giant trees called Avatar and the “Victoria Amazonica,” also known as Victoria Regia or water lilies, the largest aquatic plant on the planet. There you will also have the opportunity to purchase local handicrafts made by local women artisans.
Before noon, you will return to the ship where there will be a cooking demonstration by the executive chef.
After lunch, do not miss the talk about the origin of the Amazon, and then start an excursion to the confluence of the Ucayali and Marañón rivers, the place where these two rivers join, also known as the origin of the Amazon River. This area is very popular for watching the curious pink river dolphins.
Return to the ship and have some free time until dinner.
DAY 5 | WEDNESDAY
Marañon River > Nauta > Florida Common Reserve > Pahuashiro
Before breakfast, we will visit Nauta, the second most important city in the region. Upon arrival, we will take a motocar tour to the local market where we will learn first-hand what the commercial life of the city is like.
Return to Zafiro for breakfast. After breakfast, we will be ready to start a new excursion, we will take a walk in the Florida common reserve, in search of wildlife such as: frogs, birds, and other exotic species. In this area, we will see the well-known select trees called mahogany.
At noon, we will offer lunch and then you will have time to rest and restore some energy for the activity of the afternoon, a boat excursion to explore the Pahuachiro area and its wildlife.
Back at Zafiro, enjoy the wonderful light and the incomparable colors that unfold in the sky of these latitudes during sunset.
Dinner on board.
DAY 6 | THURSDAY
Amazon River > San Joaquin de Omaguas > Yarapa River > Ucayali River
At dawn, before breakfast, we will go out by boat to explore the Amazon River, where we will observe the daily activities that each community carries out on the banks of the river.
Back on the ship, you can enjoy our buffet breakfast, which offers a daily selection of traditional dishes, Peruvian specialties, freshly baked homemade products, and a variety of freshly prepared juices. After breakfast, we will start a boat excursion to explore the Yarapa black water river in search of wildlife.
Return to the cruise and enjoy lunch on board. Before the activity in the afternoon, the guides will give a talk about the local culture.
In the afternoon, we will visit the community of Paranapura, where we will appreciate how they live and learn about their customs, always accompanied by our guides, who will act as interpreters for us. Towards sunset, we will go in search of animals that can only be seen when the sun goes down: alligators, bats, frogs, tarantulas, and other species that populate our biodiverse jungle.
Before dinner, you can enjoy live music by the band on board, which will play a varied repertoire of Amazonian, national, and international music.
DAY 7 | FRIDAY
Yarapa on Ucayali River (Black Water) > Yucuruchi > Amazon River (Origin)
Before breakfast, we will start an excursion by boat, but this time on the Yarapa River, in search of new imposing landscapes and more emblematic species of the Amazon.
Return to Zafiro for breakfast. After breakfast, we will start a walk in Yucuruchi, the area of the Ucayali River, located in the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, where numerous species of native animals will be sighted.
Return to the ship. At noon we will offer lunch and then you will have time to rest before the afternoon outing, a boat trip on the Amazon River, in search of the curious pink dolphins and other species. Before returning to the ship, appreciate the breathtaking colors of the Amazonian sunset.
Back on the ship, we will have time to rest and relax with live music while we make time before the presentation of the crew and farewell dinner.
DAY 8 | SATURDAY.
Disembarkation in Nauta Port
After breakfast, we will proceed to disembark. On your way to the airport, visit Amazon Forever Bio Park, also known as Manatees Rescue Center, where biologists and volunteers care for manatees, an endangered species. Learn how manatees are treated and prepared for their return to their natural habitat. Likewise, other animals are also rescued, treated, and reinserted into their natural habitat.
MARVELOUS EXCLUSIVE actively collaborates with this dedicated organization and think tank. We invite you to do so as well and help this meaningful cause.
Transfer to the airport.
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Inclusions & Rates
Every journey we create is uniquely crafted around your preferences, interests, and travel style. Because of this personalized approach, pricing can vary depending on factors like the number of travelers, the type of accommodations you prefer, the experiences you choose to include, and more.
Our expert travel designers will build a custom itinerary just for you. If you have a specific budget in mind, feel free to share it with us — we’ll tailor the experience to make the most of it without compromising on quality or authenticity.
Included
- 1-night accommodation Hotel – Iquitos City.
- All meals on board the Zafiro.
- All excursions and equipment (including hiking boots and rain ponchos).
- Transfers from / to the ship when arriving on recommended flights to Iquitos. * In case of staying in hotels in the city of Iquitos – inform the sales and reservations department to coordinate the pick-up before or after the tour. marvelousexclusive@gmail.com
- Entry fee to The Pacaya-Samaria National Reserve.
- Sodas, natural juices, coffee, tea, water, local beer, house wines and pisco cocktails are included. Premium bar with additional cost.
- Welcome drink: Pisco Sour.
Not included
- Domestic flights.
- Cost of medical emergencies (including emergency evacuation).
- Tipping etiquette. On board Zafiro cruise, we recommend a tip amount of USD 25 to USD 30 per passenger per night for the crew (which will be divided among all crew members) and a tip amount of USD 7 to USD 10 per passenger per night for the guides. * Please note that these amounts are suggested and that this is entirely at the discretion of our guests on board the vessels.
- Any additional transportation services.
- Any additional bar consumption.
Prices
PRICES 2026
Program: 8D / 7N
- First Deck Suite — USD 8,134
- Second Deck Suite — USD 8,455
- Master Suite — USD 9,205
- Zafiro Suite — USD 10,597
Prices are expressed in US Dollars, per person, based on double occupancy.
