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Duration
8 DaysStarts In
IquitosRoute
Nauta, Iquitos, Amazon River
The Peruvian Amazon is a destination of extraordinary beauty and biodiversity in every season, but during the low water period the jungle reveals an entirely different and utterly compelling face. As the Amazon and its vast network of tributaries recede, hidden beaches, sandbanks, and exposed riverbanks emerge from the water, concentrating extraordinary wildlife along the shoreline in spectacular and easily observed abundance. Caimans, giant river otters, pink river dolphins, and an astonishing diversity of bird species gather in numbers that the high water season simply cannot match. This carefully tailored Aqua Nera itinerary has been specifically designed to take full advantage of the unique and extraordinary opportunities presented by low water season — delivering a Peruvian Amazon wildlife experience of breathtaking intensity, intimacy, and unforgettable natural wonder that will stay with you for the rest of your life.
CRUISE PROGRAM - 8-day / 7-night Amazon River Cruise package between Iquitos and Nauta. The program includes cabin accommodation, all meals onboard, selected house wines, beer and non-alcoholic drinks, twice daily expert-led excursions, laundry, wifi and National Park entrance fees.
Includes
- Shore excursions as per itinerary
- On ship gourmet dining including buffet breakfast, lunch, dinner and midnight snack
- Keytours 24-hour emergency assistance
- Group Manager/Guide with Group
Excludes
- Items of a personal nature
- All other items not mentioned as included
- Domestic flights; please inquire with your Keytours travel consultant
- Gratuities for drivers, guides, and escorts
Itinerary
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Iquitos & Nauta — Embarkation on the Amazon
Touch down in Iquitos — the legendary jungle city at the heart of the Peruvian Amazon, accessible only by river or air — where our crew will be waiting to extend a warm and personal welcome at the airport. Board your private transfer and enjoy a pleasant light lunch en route to Nauta port, where the magnificent Aqua Nera awaits — one of the world's most celebrated luxury expedition vessels and the finest way to experience the Peruvian Amazon in all its extraordinary glory. Settle into your beautifully appointed suite as the sights, sounds, and scents of the Amazon jungle envelop you for the first time. Meet your expert naturalist guide team, complete the safety briefing, and gather in the restaurant for the first of many extraordinary Amazonian dining experiences crafted by Peru's most celebrated Amazonian chef, Pedro Miguel Schiaffino.
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Amazon River & Tahuayo River — Sunrise Birdwatching, Piranhas & Stargazing
Rise before dawn and board the expedition skiffs for a magical sunrise birdwatching session along the mighty Amazon River — the early morning light illuminating an extraordinary cast of tropical birds along the jungle's edge in a spectacle of color and sound that sets the tone for the entire journey ahead. Return to Aqua Nera for a leisurely breakfast before setting out again by skiff into the Tahuayo River — one of the Amazon's most pristine and biodiverse tributaries, its waters teeming with extraordinary wildlife during the low water season. Your expert naturalist guides will bring the astonishing complexity of the Amazonian ecosystem vividly to life as you penetrate deeper into this remarkable waterway. Test your nerve with a thrilling piranha fishing session before returning for dinner, then head out again as darkness falls for an unforgettable nocturnal wildlife excursion and a breathtaking stargazing session beneath the Amazon's impossibly clear and star-filled skies.
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Clavero Lake & Ucayali River — Black Waters, Giant Lilies & Floodplain Forest
Begin the day with a glorious exploration of the breathtaking Clavero Lake — its extraordinary dark black waters reflecting the jungle canopy above in a scene of almost surreal and otherworldly natural beauty. Visit the warm and welcoming riverside communities that have made their home on the lake's banks for generations, gaining a privileged and deeply moving insight into traditional Amazonian life. Choose from kayaking, canoeing, or a refreshing swim in the lake's pristine waters before returning to Aqua Nera for a sumptuous lunch. In the afternoon venture into the magical San José de Paranapura forest for a short jungle walk revealing the astonishing giant Amazon water lilies — among the most spectacular and iconic botanical wonders in the entire natural world. After dinner take a deeply atmospheric evening stroll through the extraordinary floodplain forest of San José de Paranapura as the jungle comes alive with the sounds of the night.
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Nauta Market, Artisan Weavers, Beekeeper & Birthplace of the Amazon
Explore the vibrant Nauta market in the morning — a riot of color, fragrance, and flavor celebrating the extraordinary regional bounty of the Peruvian Amazon, where exotic jungle fruits, fresh river fish, and aromatic herbs fill every stall. Sample exotic local snacks before a deeply fascinating visit to a group of Amazonian artisans to witness the extraordinary traditional art of palm fiber weaving — a craft practiced in the Peruvian Amazon for countless generations and as beautiful as it is ancient. In the afternoon visit a remarkable community beekeeper in San Francisco village before boarding the skiffs for one of the most spectacular and awe-inspiring experiences of the entire journey — a voyage to witness the legendary birthplace of the Amazon River, where the mighty Marañón and Ucayali rivers converge to create the greatest river on earth. Return to Aqua Nera as new passengers board for the second chapter of the expedition.
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Maranon River & Yanayacu Pucate River — Sloths, Piranhas, Healing Ceremony & Nocturnal Wildlife
Rise with the Amazon sun for a breathtaking early morning birdwatching session along the mighty Maraon River before heading out for a rewarding morning wildlife excursion with outstanding low water season opportunities to encounter sloths, great egrets, parrots, and the remarkable Taricaya turtle along the exposed riverbanks. Head deeper into the extraordinary Yanayacu Pucate River for a thrilling piranha fishing session followed by the exhilarating joy of cycling through the dramatic natural landscapes of the Pacaya Samiria Reserve along the riverbank. After lunch immerse yourself in one of the most profound and moving experiences of the entire journey — a deeply personal spiritual healing ceremony guided by a Kukama Kukamiria healer with extraordinary expertise in connecting with the natural world and the ancient healing traditions of the Amazon. As darkness falls head out by skiff along the Yanayaquillo River for a magical stargazing session and nocturnal wildlife excursion.
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Samiria River & Pacaya Samiria Reserve — Full Day Expedition
Today delivers the most immersive and extraordinary day of the entire Amazon journey — a full day expedition deep into the heart of the magnificent Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, one of the largest and most biodiverse protected areas in the entire world and a place of almost incomprehensible natural richness. Begin with an exhilarating morning excursion by skiff along the dark and legendary Samiria River — its extraordinary black waters teeming with wildlife as the low water season concentrates biodiversity along its exposed and dramatic banks in spectacular abundance. Enjoy a magical picnic lunch deep in the jungle, accompanied by the extraordinary natural symphony of the Amazonian forest at its most alive and vocal. Choose from canoeing, kayaking, swimming, or a guided jungle walk inside the reserve before returning via skiff with eyes wide open for the iconic pink river dolphins gliding gracefully through the warm afternoon light.
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Day 7
Puerto Prado, Pahuachiro River & Amazon River — Village Life & Crew Celebration
Begin the day with a morning wildlife excursion along the beautiful Pahuachiro River, where receding low-water levels concentrate extraordinary biodiversity along its dramatic banks. After breakfast, transfer to Puerto Prado Village for one of the expedition's most joyful surprises — a bicycle ride along the riverbank to neighboring Santa Cruz Village, pedaling through a breathtaking landscape of jungle, river, and open sky. The adventurous can visit a community beekeeper in San Francisco Village for a fascinating glimpse into traditional Amazonian apiculture. In the afternoon, board the skiffs for a majestic ride on the Amazon River itself in its full low-water magnificence, before returning to Aqua Nera to celebrate the extraordinary crew behind your unforgettable expedition.
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Nauta Market, Manatee Rescue Center & Departure
Bring your Amazon journey to a memorable conclusion with a final morning visit to Nauta market — a vibrant celebration of the region's extraordinary bounty, where exotic jungle fruits, fresh river fish, and aromatic herbs fill the stalls in a magnificent riot of color and flavor. Sample local snacks and discover the remarkable ingredients that have sustained Amazonian communities for generations, before returning to Aqua Nera for a final breakfast and farewell to one of the world's most extraordinary expedition vessels. En route to the airport, make a moving final stop at the Manatee Rescue Center, where orphaned Amazonian manatees are lovingly rehabilitated and prepared for their return to the wild.
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