AM: Upon your arrival at the airport, we will be waiting for you to start the adventure. We will take a city tour of Iquitos, a colorful, dynamic city with a captivating past. In this tour you will be able to appreciate the most emblematic attractions of the city. Then, you will be transferred by private vehicle to the city of Nauta, the historic river port where we will embark. Upon arrival in Nauta (about two hours from Iquitos), we will board La Perla and our staff will accompany you to your cabin. 

PM: Enjoy a welcome lunch, your first experience with the delights of regional cuisine. The menu offers several options, including a vegetarian alternative. If you have any particular requirement, please let our crew members know in advance, so that we can attend to it in a timely manner. Before dinner, we will start a night boat excursion to the Nauta Caño area, in search of animals that can only be seen when the sun goes down: alligators, bats, frogs, tarantulas and other species that inhabit the Amazon basin.

AM: At dawn, we will board the skiffs to visit the banks of the Ucayali River, and observe the beautiful Amazonian birds that fill the dense treetops, a true spectacle of color and life in the heart of the forest. After breakfast on board, get ready to start a new excursion by boat, but this time, on the Yarapa River, this area is ideal for spotting toucans, parrots, macaws, iguanas, sloths and monkeys high up in the trees.

PM: During the afternoon, we will visit the town of Vista Alegre, to meet the native community and learn about their customs, having guides as interpreters and translators. Upon return, you can enjoy live music while we wait for dinner on board.

AM: Boat expedition to the point of confluence of the Marañón and Ucayali rivers, the majestic location of the jungle where the Amazon River is born. Before returning to La Perla, we will explore the Piraña Cocha area, looking for more wildlife.

PM: Back on the boat, we will offer lunch and you will have time to rest and prepare for the next adventure: a walk through the winding jungle trailsl located at the beautiful area of Casual, inhabited by poisonous frogs and countless exotic animal species. In this area we will also observe a variety of giant trees known by the locals as “Avatar”. You can also purchase local handicrafts made by the local women artisans and in this way contribute with their local economy. As we return to La Perla, there will be a special moment to contemplate the majestic Amazon sunset.

Late at night, you can listen to some live music before the final presentation of the crew and farewell dinner.

AM: This morning begins quietly with breakfast on board, but becomes exciting with a visit to the city of Nauta, the second largest in the region. Upon arrival, we will reach the city market, where you can interact with locals and learn about the particular commercial circuit of the region. We will visit the stalls of typical food, crafts, aphrodisiac drinks and many more. A true immersion in the life of the Amazonian population.

Afterward, you will be transferred to Iquitos airport for your departure flight back to Lima.

All itineraries are subject to change due to seasonal weather conditions (and resultant variations in river and tributary water levels) affecting accessibility to locations. Thus navigation routes, times and excursions may need to be modified at the cruise captain’s or your guide’s discretion.

AM: Upon your arrival at the airport, we will be waiting for you to start the adventure. We will take a city tour of Iquitos, a colorful, dynamic city with a captivating past. In this tour you will be able to appreciate the most emblematic attractions of the city.

Then, we will transfer by private vehicle to the city of Nauta, the historic river port where we will embark. Upon arrival in Nauta (about two hours from Iquitos), we will board La Perla and our staff will accompany you to your cabin. All cabins are specially equipped for you to enjoy the most comfortable stay.

PM: After lunch, your first experience with the delights of regional cuisine. The menu offers several options, including a vegetarian alternative. If you have any particular requirement, please let our crew members know in advance, so that we can attend to it in a timely manner.

Before dinner, we will start a night boat excursion to the Nauta Caño area, in search of animals that can only be seen when the sun goes down: alligators, bats, frogs, tarantulas and other species that inhabit the Amazon basin.

AM: In the morning, we will organize a fun picnic breakfast on the Yanayacu River in Pucate, one of the best protected and preserved areas of the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve. This area is often visited by pink dolphins. Then, we will take a ride in local canoes and live the experience of paddling in one of the most beautiful aquatic ecosystems in the world. Also, if you want, you can enjoy a refreshing deep in the river.

Back on the ship, we will have lunch in the dining room, followed by some time to rest, after which our guides will offer a talk about Amazonic philosophy.

PM: Later, we will meet the shaman of the San Regis community, a wise woman from the native community who will share with us her knowledge about the rituals of his ancestors, medicinal plants, and the Amazon worldview. Our guides will be the interpreter in case you want to ask questions or make comments to the shaman. After this authentic experience of reflection and spiritual exploration, we will continue with the ceremony of planting a tree, as a contribution to caring for the environment.

AM: Early dawn in the Amazon has a special charm, it is the perfect moment to sight many animal and insect species. For this reason, on this morning, you also have a boat excursion scheduled before breakfast. This time the destination is Iquitos Brook, a privileged area for sighting numerous endemic species. Back on board, buffet breakfast will be served.

After breakfast, we will start a walk through the jungle until we reach the area of the hanging bridges, a set of structures stretched out on top of the trees that will allow you to experience a canopy walk and admire the richness of the jungle from higher grounds.

PM: Later, get ready for the boat expedition to the Shiriyacu stream. Our guides will find the perfect location for piranha fishing, using local equipment and techniques. This area is very popular for spotting pink dolphins.

AM: Early in the morning, we will leave by boat towards Gasparito Brook, a very popular area for bird and primate watching. On the way to Iquitos airport, visit Amazon Forever Bio Park, also known as Manatees Rescue Center, where biologists and volunteers care for manatees, an endangered species. Learn how manatees are treated and prepared for their return to their natural habitat.

Next, arrival at Iquitos airport for your departure flight to Lima.

All itineraries are subject to change due to seasonal weather conditions (and resultant variations in river and tributary water levels) affecting accessibility to locations. Thus navigation routes, times and excursions may need to be modified at the cruise captain’s or your guide’s discretion.

Standard Cabin: Twin $1,839.00 – Single $2,391.00
Amazonian View: Twin $1,949.00 – Single $2,534.00
Superior Cabin: Twin $2,049.00 – Single $2,459.00
Designated Single Cabin: Twin N/A – Single $1,839.00

Itinerary 4 day (A):

• Aug 28 — Aug 31
• Sep 18 — Sep 21
• Oct 2 — Oct 5
• Oct 16 — Oct 19
• Nov 6 — Nov 9
• Nov 13 — Nov 16
• Dec 25 — Dec 28

Itinerary 4 day (B):

• Sep 8 — Sep 11
• Sep 15 — Sep 18
• Oct 13 — Oct 16
• Oct 20 — Oct 23
• Nov 3 — Nov 6
• Nov 10 — Nov 13
• Nov 17 — Nov 20
• Dec 22 — Dec 25
• Dec 29 — Jan 1

Standard Cabin: Twin $1,899.00 – Single $2,469.00
Amazonian View: Twin $1,999.00 – Single $2,599.00
Superior Cabin: Twin $2,109.00 – Single $2,531.00
Designated Single Cabin: Twin N/A – Single $1,899.00

Itinerary 4 day (A):

• Jan 1 —  Jan 4
• Jan 15 —  Jan 18
• Feb 5 —  Feb 8
• Mar 26 —  Mar 29
• Apr 16 —  Apr 19
• May 14 —  May 17
• May 28 —  May 31
• Jun 4 —  Jun 7
• Jun 11 —  Jun 14
• Jul 2 —  Jul 5
• Jul 23 —  Jul 26
• Jul 30 —  Aug 2
• Aug 6 —  Aug 9
• Aug 27 —  Aug 30
• Sep 24 —  Sep 27
• Oct 1 —  Oct 4
• Oct 8 —  Oct 11
• Oct 22 —  Oct 25
• Nov 12 —  Nov 15
• Nov 19 —  Nov 22
• Dec 24 —  Dec 27
• Dec 31 —  Jan 3

Itinerary 4 day (B):

• Jan 12 —  Jan 15
• Feb 2 —  Feb 5
• Feb 23 —  Feb 26
• Mar 23 —  Mar 26
• Apr 13 —  Apr 16
• May 11 —  May 14
• May 25 —  May 28
• Jun 8 —  Jun 11
• Jun 29 —  Jul 2
• Jul 27 —  Jul 30
• Aug 3 —  Aug 6
• Aug 24 —  Aug 27
• Sep 7 —  Sep 10
• Sep 21 —  Sep 24
• Oct 19 —  Oct 22
• Nov 9 —  Nov 12