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Amazon

Enjoy a truly incredible experience in the Brazilian Amazon. Our luxury ship will take you on an exciting cruise along the Negro and Amazon rivers. The adventure begins in the city of Manaus, capital of Amazonas and famous for its spectacular Opera House. During our journey, the cruise stops at several points along the amazing Amazon jungle, and offers excursions on small boats to explore the dense, virgin vegetation. You will come into contact with the most exhuberant species of plants and exotic animals and meet some of the local river communities, friendly and hospitable people. A true paradise for those who like adventure with all thecomforts of a five star hotel.

Description of the Ship

This ship includes two pools, a rooftop Jacuzzi, two restaurants and a bar salon. Other amenities include fitness center, laundry service, valet, shop, on-site paramedic and internet access.

The 72 cabins are situated on three different decks. The two spacious royal suites are situated in the front of the vessel. Suites and cabins are equipped with private bathrooms, twin beds, private balcony, TV, telephone, hair dryer, air-conditioning and radio.

Sample Itinerary

Rio Negro Cruise

Day 1

Passengers check-in at reception office in the harbor building
Embark, accommodation in cabins and reservation of tables in the restaurant
6:00pm Ship departs to Novo Airão
Classical Music watching the sunset at the upper deck
Captain welcome cocktail party, presentation of officers and crew in the Lua salon
Lecture on safety and abandon ship procedures
Welcome dinner in the Kuarup restaurant
Live music and first contacts in the party salon and open bar on the top deck

Day 2

Arrival at Novo Airao
Sunrise Lovers Breakfast at the upper deck
Breakfast in the Kuarup restaurant
Embark on the tender (boats).Trekking through the igarapés and visit to pink dolphins at Novo Airão
Theme lecture
On the way to Lago Aracari
Lunch in the Kuarup restaurant
Theme lecture.
Arrival at Lago Aracari for photo safari and piranha fishing (optional)
Dinner in the Kuarup restaurant
Classical Music watching the sunset at the upper deck
Alligator spotting
On the way to Rio Puduarí

Day 3

Bird watching at Río Puduari
Sunrise Lovers Breakfast at the upper deck
Breakfast in the Kuarup restaurant
Embark on the tender(boats) for trekking ( Rio Puduari)
Theme lecture
On the way to Ilha de Jacaré
Lunch in the Kuarup restaurant
Arrival at Ilha de Jacaré
Theme lecture
Tender cruise and photo safari at Igarapé Aturiá
Classical Music watching the sunset at the upper deck
On the way to Rio Cuieiras
Dinner in the Kuarup restaurant
Music in the party room and open bar on the Sol deck

Day 4

Arrival at Río Cuieiras
Sunrise Lovers Breakfast at the upper deck
Breakfast in the Kuarup restaurant
Trekking (Rio Cuieiras)
Photo safari at Rio Cuieiras and visit to Cambebas Community
On the way to Praia Grande
Theme lecture
Lunch in the Kuarup restaurant
Arrival at Praia Grande
Tender cruise through Igarape del Pato
Free time at Praia Grande
Music in the upper deck and open bar on the Sol deck
Goodbye dinner in the Kuarup restaurant
Folkloric show in the party room
Music in the party room and open bar on the Sol deck

Day 5

On the way to "Meeting of the Waters" (meeting of river Negro and river Solimôes as they become the Amazon River)
Sunrise Lovers Breakfast at the upper deck, watching "Meeting of the Waters"
Breakfast in the Kuarup restaurant
Check-out, Arrival at Manaus, Passengers disembark