Aria Amazon

The actual destination of this trip is not the marvellous Amazon. Nor is it the marvellous ship, the Aria Amazon. The aim of the tours on offer is to make a deep and lasting impression on you as you get to know the magical world of the Amazon up close and with all your senses. The flora and fauna are as fascinating as they are diverse, from the roots to the canopy: arm-thick lianas and medicinal plants, a thousand shades of green, piranhas, the fish with the sharp teeth, poison dart frogs, bizarre insects, herons, capuchin monkeys and Taricaya water turtles, the "enchanted souls" of the Amazon, known as the legendary pink river dolphins, manatees, the peaceful Amazonian manatees, tropical songbirds, parrots, fish buzzards and sloths.

With every glance, you experience a new fascinating facet of the world's most vital habitat. Even at night, when the equatorial canopy of stars glitters above you and you listen to the "natural concert of the jungle". Endless amazing discoveries await you in the world's most biodiverse rainforest and river system. This Amazon cruise is possibly the most rewarding nature expedition in the world. On your journey into the world's largest rainforest, you will become an explorer, taken right into the heart of Mother Nature's cradle of life, covering some 40 % of South America in nine countries. Such a journey into the selva (the jungle), as the locals call it, is only possible by boat on the mythical Amazon River. This great waterway rises at the foot of the Andes in Peru and flows eastwards on a 6,400 kilometre course towards the Atlantic.
Welcome to the pulsating life: The Amazon rainforest is home to the world's largest and most diverse collection of flora and fauna . It is home to more than a third of all recorded animal species in the world, including 20 % of all bird species. This vast area is home to at least 40,000 plant species, 427 mammals, 1,300 birds, 378 reptiles, more than 400 amphibians and around 3,000 freshwater fish. And Peru offers explorers like you the most direct and accessible route to the heart of the Amazon. Iquitos in north-eastern Peru, where the Aria Amazon sets sail, is just a two-hour flight from the capital and international aviation hub of Lima and the archaeological treasure trove of Cusco. Iquitos is surrounded by lush Amazonia - a region that includes the headwaters of the Amazon River and the Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve. Here, the upstream waters of the Amazon are low in sediment and rich in aquatic life, coupled with an amazing concentration of wildlife on land.

To get the most out of a river cruise in the Peruvian Amazon, you'll travel with experienced naturalist guides on board. A keen eye and mountains of experience are required to navigate challenging terrain and help guests spot wildlife in an environment designed by Mother Nature to conceal it. River cruise boats that operate small group excursions are also preferable, as a reduced human presence often leads to closer wildlife spotting.

Discover what a trip of a lifetime aboard the Aria Amazon looks like. The Aria Amazon, designed by innovative architect Jordi Puig, is a river cruise ship built specifically for exploring the Peruvian Amazon and the famous Pacaya Samiria National Reserve. On board, 16 spacious suites with floor-to-ceiling windows offer uninterrupted views of the majestic Amazon River and Peru's rainforests. On the upper deck, you will enjoy numerous amenities, including a whirlpool, indoor lounge and bar, as well as an outdoor observation deck. In the dining room, guests savour the best of Peruvian cuisine with an extensive menu created by Pedro Miguel Schiaffino, one of Peru's most accomplished chefs, known for his use of products and ingredients from the Peruvian Amazon. With excursions in small groups of no more than eight people, led by experienced naturalist guides, you can be sure to experience particularly exciting and interesting encounters with wildlife in the Amazon rainforest. The customised, ergonomic fleet of private launches, skilfully manned by the captain and his crew, adds to the comfort of each of your "wild explorations".

The Aria Amazon is a "shining and 'extra "green" example of every other Amazon cruise ship in the region. It features a water treatment system and virtually smoke-free, fuel-efficient engines that meet stringent US and international environmental standards.

It goes without saying that it is part of Aqua Expeditions' philosophy to preserve the beautiful rivers of this world that they travel on. Environmentally friendly and responsible behaviour is an absolute must here - this applies in the Amazon as well as in the Mekong Delta, where the Aqua Mekong offers you a river cruise between Phnom Penh and Saigon.
Because only with care will others be able to enjoy the experiences that you might tell their loved ones of another generation: Of funny monkeys, dozing sloths, dangerous caimans, chattering parrots and other colourful birds whose names you may not know, but which have enchanted you with their exotic splendour.
The endless green of the rainforest can admittedly be described in words, but the real experience of experiencing the green lungs of our planet in all their complexity and perfection can of course only be had on site. The most comfortable way to do this is on board the Aqua Nera, which lets you discover the wonderful world of the Amazon in Peru for a choice of four, five or eight days.

Important note:

This trip is partially suitable for travellers with reduced mobility, depending on their impairment.
Please contact us for detailed advice and handling of flights, transfers and accommodation.

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Dirk Gowin

Dirk Gowin

Founder, Managing Director and Select Travelist

030 / 69 80 21 92
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"Embark on rewarding discoveries of the animal world in the Peruvian Amazon region on board an exclusive five-star floating hotel for a maximum of just 32 passengers, surrounded by eco-friendly luxury and comfort. Above you the boundless azure of the Peruvian sky, around you the vibrant, pulsating green of the Amazon and you right in the centre of a journey that combines an adventurous expedition and wishfully happy luxury in the most wonderful way."