Aqua Expeditions: Luxury Wildlife Experiences on Peru's Amazon River

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Aqua Expeditions Offers The 'Real Life' Jungle Cruise
We are pleased to introduce discerning and adventurous travelers to the Peruvian Amazon's first luxury boutique expedition vessels. An Aqua Expeditions cruise makes for an amazing vacation, or is an ideal add-on to a Peru vacation. Read more about Amazon river cruises.

The M/V Aqua began service in 2008, followed by the M/V Aria in 2011. The ships operates year-round on 3-, 4- and 7-night itineraries from the port city of Iquitos, an easy 1˝ hour flight from Lima, Peru's capital. Each itinerary includes a visit to the freshwater manatee rescue center, as well as to one of 14 local communities Aqua Expeditions supports with medical, sanitation and educational supplies.

Is Aqua Expeditions For You?
The Aqua Expeditions experience is not unlike an African safari or a visit to the Galapagos. You'll enjoy air-conditioned comfort and excellent cuisine and service, while exploring a very remote wilderness area rich in natual highlights with a small group of travelers and naturalist guides. A similar type of Amazon river cruise is offered by Delfin Amazon Cruises.
Life Onboard Aqua Expeditions
The boutique M/V Aqua and M/V Aria offer just 12 to 17 spacious, well appointed and air-conditioned suites. Each is 230-240 square feet with large outward-facing panoramic picture windows and en-suite sitting areas, a California king bed or twin beds, plus a sofa which can accommodate a third guest. Children 7 years or older are welcome onboard.

Breakfasts and lunches are buffets, while dinners are a la carte culinary feasts under the direction of one of Lima's well-known restauranteurs. Beer and the best South American wines are included. A bar, boutique, observation deck and outdoor and indoor lounge lift this experience far above other Amazon River tours. Ready for your Pisco Sour? A crew of 21 include a cruise director; a paramedic and 3 naturalist guides.
Are You Ready to Explore On An Amazon River Cruise?
To add Aqua Expeditions to your South American adventure, contact one of our South America travel experts for arrangements, or call us at 1-888-779-7447.