Amatista – 4 Day Cruise

The itineraries and programs proposed by La Perla may vary depending on the weather, the river water level in each season and the migratory cycles of the animals. The visit to the communities will depend on the availability of its inhabitants.  

Overview: 

Embark on a unique tour of the Amazon with the most complete way to know the most authentic corners of the Amazon and its surroundings. Seven days and six nights to cross the waters of the largest river in the world and walk among wild vegetation, discover the most diverse flora and fauna in the world and immersing yourself with surprising life forms. The Amazonian journeys, with the help of our expert guides, form part of the most genuine way to get close up to the fauna and flora of the Amazon, discovering and feeling in our own skin the cultures built around the waters of the river.

Ships that operate this itinerary:
- Amatista

Inclusions:

• Box breakfast upon arrival.
• All meals aboard Amatista. Every day you will enjoy a variety of flavors made with products from the area. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served buffet style.
• All hiking and equipment (including hiking boots and ponchos).
• Transfers from / to the ship upon arrival on recommended flights to Iquitos.
• Entrance fee to the Pacaya-Samaria National Reserve.
• Natural juices, coffee, infusions are included. One beverage to choose: soda, local beer or one glass of wine is included during lunch and dinner. Premium bar with additional cost.

Exclusions:

• Domestic flights.
• Cost of medical emergencies (including emergency evacuation).
• Tipping etiquette: on board Amatista cruise, we recommend a tip of USD 30 per passenger, per night for the crew, and USD 20 per passenger, per night for the guides. Please note that these amounts are suggested and entirely at the discretion of our guests.
• Any additional transportation services.
• Any additional bar consumption.

Day 1:

Embarkation

AM: Upon your arrival at Iquitos airport, we will be waiting for you to start the adventure. We will take a city tour of Iquitos, a colorful, dynamic city with a captivating past. Then, we will transfer by private vehicle to the city of Nauta, the historic river port where we will embark. Upon arrival in Nauta (about two hours from Iquitos), we will board Amatista Cruise and the staff will accompany you to your cabin. The ship will start sailing down the Marañón River, as the naturalist guides present the trip plan, the routes to follow and the scheduled activities, and the best thing: they will begin to introduce us to the wonderful world of Amazon wildlife. After this presentation, enjoy a welcome lunch, your first experience with the delights of regional cuisine.

PM: Before dinner, we will start a night boat excursion to the Nauta Caño area, in search of animals that can only be seen when the sun goes down: alligators, bats, frogs, tarantulas and other species that inhabit the Amazon basin. After this first immersion in the jungle world, we will return to the ship and enjoy dinner and then you can rest and recover energies for the next day.

Yanayacu De Pucate & San Regis

AM: We will board the skiffs to visit the banks of the Ucayali River, and observe the beautiful Amazonian birds that fill the dense treetops, a true spectacle of color and life in the heart of the forest.

After this exciting ride and back on the boat, we will enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet, that offers a daily selection of traditional dishes, Peruvian specialties, freshly baked homemade products and a variety of fresh juices made with exotic fruits that can only be found in the jungle.

Following, we will get ready to start a new excursion by boat, but this time, on the Yarapa River, this area is ideal for spotting toucans, parrots, macaws, iguanas, sloths and monkeys high up in the trees.

PM: Back at Amatista cruise, we will enjoy lunch on board followed by a moment of rest, the guides will offer a talk on local Amazonian culture. During the afternoon, we will visit the town of Vista Alegre, to meet the native community and learn about their customs, having the guides as interpreters and translators.

Upon return, you can enjoy live music while we wait for dinner on board.

Amazonic Natural Park & Shiriyacu

AM: After breakfast, the guides will offer a talk about the Pacaya Samiria Reserve, one of the most amazing jungle reserves in the world, with forests that remain flooded for much of the year.

Later, we will be ready for the boat expedition to the point of confluence of the Marañón and Ucayali rivers, the majestic location of the jungle where the Amazon River is born. Before returning to Amatista, we will explore the Piraña Cocha area, looking for more wildlife.

PM: Back on the boat, we will offer lunch and you will have time to rest and prepare for the next adventure: a walk through the winding jungle trails located at the beautiful area of Casual, inhabited by poisonous frogs and countless exotic animal species. In this area, we will also observe a variety of giant trees known by the locals as “Avatar”. You can also purchase local handicrafts made by the local women artisans and in this way contribute to their local economy.

As we return to Amatista, there will be a special moment to contemplate the majestic Amazon sunset.

Disembarkation

AM: This morning begins quietly with breakfast on board, but becomes exciting with a visit to the city of Nauta, the second largest in the region. Upon arrival, visit the city market, where you can interact with locals and learn about the particular commercial circuit of the region. A true immersion in the life of the Amazonian population. Once on the ship, check.out and 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 in their natural habitat. Transfer to the airport.