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Embark on the voyage of a lifetime, sailing the earth's mightiest
river - the Amazon. The first true luxury vessel in the region, the
M/V Aqua caters to the most discriminating and adventurous of world
travelers, providing an unforgettable journey into areas penetrated
by only a privileged few. As your ship docks along the river,
knowledgeable and experienced naturalists will take you, via small
launches, into remote estuaries in the Peruvian rain forest and the Pacaya Samiria Reserve. As you explore these pristine wilderness
areas teeming with wildlife, you will also encounter local people
living in villages as they have for centuries. And when the day's
sightseeing is over, the comforts of your luxurious floating hotel
will await you.
Guests may choose three-, four-, or seven-night itineraries. Each
day will bring amazing new wonders, as guests set out with guides in
a fleet of three launches to float toward the source of the mighty
Amazon. Each day, you will explore the small inlets and various
winding river systems that make up the flooded forest. Pacaya
Samiria Reserve, located on the headwaters of the Amazon basin,
spans more than five million acres. Twice the size of Yellowstone
Park, it teems with wildlife and aquatic life. Visitors will have
the opportunity to see hundreds of species, including the endangered
pink Amazon dolphin, black alligator, and giant river otter.
3 nights Sat-Tues, 4 nights Tues-Sat,
7 nights Sat-Sat
Accommodations
M/V Aqua is Aqua Expedition's 130-foot flagship. Its 12 luxury guest
suites, designed by an internationally renowned Peruvian interior
designer, measure a generous 230 to 240 square feet, and feature
large, outward facing panoramic windows and en suite sitting areas.
All suites are air conditioned, and four are interconnected, to
cater to families. Guests can socialize in the dining room, bar, on
the observation deck and in the outdoor lounge. There is also a
small boutique. You'll be served by a crew of 14, plus three skilled
guides. Rates include all excursions, meals, and wine with meals.
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Suites
All of the M/V Aqua's oversized suites measure a
spacious 230 square feet, with a comfortable en suite
seating area and extra-large windows that enable you to
get the "big picture" of the rivers and their banks from
the comfort of your air-conditioned room.
All suites
are decorated to create the feeling of a luxury lodge on
the Amazon River, complete with Amazon photography by
French photographer Jean Claude Constant. Sheet and
bedspreads are 100% Peruvian cotton, with at least a
280-thread count.
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Master Suites
For the
ultimate luxury aboard the M/V Aqua, book one of
spacious master suites, measuring a generous 240 square
feet and including a separate, intimate seating area for
optimum privacy. These four fully air-conditioned
suites, 105, 106, 205, and 206, face outward at the very
front of the vessel, and are wrapped in panoramic glass
windows. Open the curtain at the foot of your California
king-sized (or separate singles) bed at night and count
the constellations in a sky filled with brilliant stars.
The Master Suites, like all of our luxury suites,
contain a private bath, complete with all necessities,
plus a shower that has hot water around the clock, a
hairdryer, and a basket of luxury toiletries.
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The fine
Peruvian linens, with a thread count in the hundreds,
sooth you to sleep with a sense of elegant luxury. And
there is an internal communication system, to facilitate
announcements. For the most luxurious Aqua Expeditions
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Dining Room
Gaze out at the great
wilderness from the elegant comfort of the ship's
dining room. Fine china and crystal and superb
service are part of the experience, matching what
you would expect from a fine dining restaurant in
Lima. Choose to dine á deux, or at a table
accommodating your whole family or your new friends.
Menu &
Description
Fine dining, deep in the Amazon jungle, may sound
like unlikely - yet you will find it aboard the M/V
Aqua. Executive chef Pedro Miguel Schiaffino, one of
Lima's culinary stars, has created a menu that draws
on both Peruvian and European influence. Wine is
included with meals, giving you the opportunity to
experience a range of the finest South American
vintages.
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Special Requests
M/V Aqua will make every attempt to accommodate special
requests, and to deal with dietary requirements. Because
the M/V Aqua sails in such a remote area, all requests
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Indoor Lounge
Relax between Amazon
adventures, or enjoy a pre- or post-dinner cocktail,
in our air-conditioned Indoor Bar, a soothing oasis
in an exotic location. The atmosphere is casual, the
music is soft, and the conversation is good.
Outdoor Lounge
Drinks and light snacks are available in our
Outdoor Lounge, perfect any time, but especially
lovely at night, when you can see stars
glistening brighter than you have ever seen
before.
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Observation Deck
You will find that you spend a lot of time on the
generous top-level Observation Deck, sunbathing,
reading a good book, enjoying some down time after
an excursion, or simply watching the river go by.
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Seasons
Aqua Expeditions operates year-round, and every voyage is uniquely
appealing, based on the changing seasons. During the wet season, the
river and estuaries grow, allowing launch boats to venture deeper
into the flooded forest. During the dry season, the river recedes
and beautiful sandy river beaches form.
Safety
Every effort is made to ensure the safety of all passengers aboard
The M/V Aqua. The vessel is equipped with backup radio communication
equipment, utilizing a separate battery pack and satellite telephone
service. It is also fully outfitted with lifejackets, flares and
signals, fire extinguishers, and smoke detectors in each cabin.
There is also energy lighting and emergency signs in the passage
ways. Its three aluminum launch boats, which can double as life
boats in an emergency, are equipped with four-stroke low emission
engines, and can remain in constant communication with the main
vessel. Each launch boat can accommodate 8-10 passengers. Guides and
certain crew members are first-aid trained.
A crew member is assigned to keep watch around the clock, whether
the vessel is sailing or docked.
Medical and Health
Guests should be in good physical health in order to be able to make
the most of their Amazon Cruise. Visiting the area involves the use
of small motorized skiffs and at times may include some possible wet
landings. The daily nature excursions may include walking on
irregular terrain, and getting in and out of the skiffs occasionally
requires some physical effort. Walking excursions may last up to one
hour. Malaria and yellow fever vaccinations are not required for
travelers coming into the region, but are recommended.
Itineraries
Detailed Itinerary for cruises from
June to November (pdf format)
Detailed Itinerary for cruises from
December to May (pdf format)
DECK PLAN:
SPECIFICATIONS:
Built: 2007
Port of embarkation: Iquitos, Peru
Vessel’s Registry: Peru
Type of Vessel: River Expedition Vessel
Length: 130 feet / 39.80 m
Beam: 24 feet / 7.30 m
Draft: 7.3 feet / 2.25m
Gross Tonnage: 180 tons
Cruising Speed: 10 knots
Electricity: 220 volts
Engines: 2 new Cummins 380 HP Marine
Engines
Generators: 1 x 95 KVA Cummins and 1 x 65 KVA
Cummins (encapsulated for noise reduction)
Water: 7000-liter water treatment plant
Safety: Radio communication with
separate battery pack, satellite phone, life jackets, flares and
signals, fire extinguishers, and smoke detectors in each cabin.
Launch Boats: Three auxiliary aluminum launch boats
equipped with four-stroke low emission engines; constant radio
communication with the main vessel. Each boat has a capacity of
8-10 passengers.
Crew: crew of 21 on board including 3 naturalists, a paramedic
and cruise director at all times.
Accommodation: Up to 24 passengers with private facilities
(Additional accommodation for one child in each cabin)
Cabins 12 suites:
- 4 Master Suites measuring 240 sq. ft.
- 8 Suites measuring 230 sq. ft.
- All outside-facing with large panoramic windows
- All air conditioned with en suite sitting areas
- 4 interconnecting suites for families
Cabin features:
- Twin beds that can be converted to a California king-sized bed
- En suite sitting area
- Internal communications system
- Well-appointed bathroom with shower, toilet, sink, cabinet,
hairdryer, and a basket of toiletries.
- Hot water around the clock.
Social Areas:
- Indoor Bar-Lounge
- Dining Room
- Outside Lounge
- Observation Deck
- Boutique
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