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This community had a generator, electricity, bathrooms, concrete paths, and a much larger population. They were also incredibly welcoming and excited to talk with us. Both itineraries offer a good program and opportunities for wildlife. If you want to experience it all, definitely consider booking the longer back-to-back option. Truth be told, it is one of the most beautiful integrations between tourism and local communities we have seen in our travels. On the way back to Iquitos, visit the Rescue & Rehabilitation Center of River Mammals.
Birds
My trip falls during dry season (June to October), so the water is roughly 10 to 16 feet lower than it would be in the rainy season (November to May). This means we’re able to explore more terra firma jungle trails, and venture off into the rainforest to explore the flora and fauna on foot. If you have any doubts or questions, our guides are always very happy to assist you.
Why did we choose Delfin Amazon Cruises?
Having spent a lot of time traveling on expeditions and traversing into many wild places to see wildlife, we know the value of having a guide who knows the area intimately. The ship has 22 suites for up to 44 passengers, keeping all adventures to an intimate size. It features a dedicated dining room, a top deck lobby with a bar, outdoor lounge areas, and a sundeck with a plunge pool. Here, there will be opportunities to go fishing for the famous piranha, which is a delightful and challenging experience! As night approaches, embark a night safari in search of caiman alligators and night birds. Start the day with a visit to Ollantaytambo, a highland town and archaeological site that's one of the few remaining places in the Sacred Valley that has retained its original Inca urban planning.
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Our newest vessel, the Delfin III, offers guests an immersive rainforest experience while simultaneously treating them to the highest levels of luxury. We’ll also learn about their ancestral traditions from the community’s shaman. With our guides as interpreters, we’ll be able to ask questions about spiritual connections and curing the soul. We’ll then continue the ceremony by planting a tree as a positive contribution to the environment. There, we’ll also see a market set up by women from the community to sell their handmade crafts.
Before breakfast, we’ll head out on a skiff to the Yanallpa area of the Ucayali River in the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, where we’ll see many native animal species. After a few games of chicken, suddenly, from the bow of the boat, our naturalist Reni signals for the driver to cut the engine and pull over to the left bank of the river. Sure enough, he’s somehow spotted a tiny caiman—one he estimates to be six months old—lazing in the shallow water that laps at the muddy shore. Miraculously, the caiman doesn’t move as we inch towards him and let out pent-up squeals of excitement, shuffling around the skiff so everyone can get a good look.
The manager, Julie, took care of all our needs and we think made the ship run like a clock. The guides were full of knowledge and wanted to teach us about their country, we love that. We organized dinner parties and changed who we ate with and the crew in the dining were very accommodating letting us set up a table for 10 one night. The bartender also made me a special drink that I like, every night.
Social areas designed for you to relax and create unforgettable memories of your Amazon adventure.
There were times we were close to primates, and they were easy to see. The photo opportunities here were great with thick jungle as a backdrop to the rope bridges. We found everything about the ship to be inviting and relaxing. We stayed in their standard suite and found the room very spacious and comfortable. Americans visiting Bolivia are required to obtain tourist visas before entering the country; there are no special visa requirements for Canadians and Australians. There are more mosquitoes this time of year, and many hiking trails through the jungle are inaccessible, so you'll spend more time exploring by skiff than on foot.
Day 1: Arrive in Lima, Evening Food Tour
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AdventureSmith's Todd Smith shares his top cultural cruises, small ship expeditions where the local community and culture takes center stage. Nauta Caño Creek is known for squirrel and silver back tamarillo monkeys, birds, dolphins and even sloths! Skim the riverbanks for small caimans and spiders, as well as insects of all colors, shapes and sizes. Take advantage of the calm waters to fish the famous piranha and learn more about this curious fish. Arrive to Iquitos and be met at the airport then transferred in a comfortable private vehicle to Nauta. Nauta is a small riverside town on the banks of the Marañon River and was the first city founded in the department of Loreto.
Make sure to bring along your binoculars to try to spot sloths and birds along this majestic river. In the afternoon, sail along the river to go to Puerto Prado, an indigenous village where there’ll be an opportunity to see giant water lilies. The 8-day Low-Water expedition generally operates June through October and focuses on village visits along the Ucayali, Marañon and Amaazon Rivers. Low-Water departures can mean less rain which may allow for guided walks on rainforest trails and sandy river beaches. Arrive on a Noon flight and receive a warm welcome at Iquitos International Airport by your crew. Board your private transfer to downtown Iquitos, for a panoramic city tour and a welcome lunch.
Four auxiliary aluminum launch boats equipped with four-stroke low emission engines; constant radio communication with the main vessel. After living this experience, we will continue with the ceremony of planting a tree as a positive contribution to the environment. Moreover, there will be an opportunity to appreciate how the women of the community exhibit in a small craft market, pieces and objects made with their own hands. David even took a few giant leaps off the front of the skiff! My biggest piece of advice is to keep your mouth closed and don’t pee in the water. All the suites, hallways, dining room, and lounge were climate-controlled.
After breakfast we will start a boat excursion to explore the Yarapa black water river in search of wildlife. Pick up at the airport and transfer by private vehicle to Nauta port, for boarding. Our staff will accompany you to your suite specially equipped with comfortable beds, pure Peruvian pima cotton sheets, cotton bathrobes, air conditioning, private bathroom with shower and amenities. After lunch, whoever is interested may attend a talk about the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, and in the afternoon, we’ll take a skiff to the Dorado river, where we’ll fish using local techniques. Before heading back on board, we’ll enjoy a nighttime outing in search of caimans, tarantulas, and other species that make an appearance after the sun goes down. That night, after we’ve taken off, it’s also in the lounge that we receive the first of our nightly briefings with info on the day ahead’s activities.
Both are extremely hard to photograph as they do not linger when they come up for air, but we did have some great sightings. During the 8 days we spent onboard the ship, we were offered to kayak three times. Twice on the longer itinerary and once on the shorter itinerary. As we have paddled in many places around the world, we always jump at the chance to kayak. Adding the human element to the trip was a special component.
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