Sail the Amazon in Luxury

By E-Travel ⋅ April 20, 2008 ⋅  Email This Post ⋅  Print This Post ⋅ Post a comment

Aqua Expeditions is offering the first luxury vessel to ever cruise the Amazon: M/V Aqua. Its an amazing looking vessel complete with 12 oversized guest suites, four master suites with incredible 180-degree panoramic views of the jungle and blue waters.

Each air-conditioned (Notice I said air-conditioned….veri important) suites measures between 230 to 240 square feet and is designed by noted Peruvian architect Jordi Puig. The ship also features a dining room, indoor lounge, an observation deck, and an outdoor lounge and a small boutique.

The M/V Aqua offers 3,4, and 7 day itineraries starting in Iquitos, Peru and stopping at many locations along the river. There are many excursions, offered and optional, including: River explorations, a Monkey and Dolphin expedition, Jungle Walking, and Tropical Fish-fishing in the Sapote River…..find THOSE options on Carnival!

Of course these river cruises are rather pricey but I’m certain that its an experience you’ll never forget. The prices for 2008 departures are below and in 2009 they will rise about 10 -15%.

7 Night Itinerary (per person/double occupancy) Suite - $4550 Master Suite - $4900
4 Night Itinerary (per person/double occupancy) Suite - $2600 Master Suite - $2800
3 Night Itinerary (per person/double occupancy) Suire - $1950 Master Suite - $2100

Single supplement: 50% in addition to the adult rate.

Child Policy:
7 year age minimum on all departures
Child aged 11 or under will receive a 20% discount
Third child under 11 in same cabin, US $350 per night

Included:
All meals while onboard
All excursions
Wine with meals
Transfers to/from vessel when arriving on recommended flights
Pacaya Samiria entrance fee

Not Included:
Air tickets to and from Iquitos
Guide and crew gratuities
Bar and Boutique purchases

The M/V Aqua is operated by Aqua Expeditions out of Lima, Peru. It made its maiden voyage on January 12, 2008.

If Peru is on the top of your travel list, can you think of a better way to check it out?! Let us know if you come up with something.

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