Delfin II Amazon Rainforest Cruise

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Amazon Rainforest Cruise Delfín II Services

• 10 Suites
• 4 Master Suites with 90 degree wrap window
• Outdoor top deck lounge area with an open bar
• 2 to 3 days of adventure excusions of low-intensity in the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve are included
• Indoor reading room & lounge
• Spa area
• A Gym

Amazon Rainforest Cruise Delfin II Overview

The Delfin II Amazon Cruise offers you a wonderful chance to experience adventure with comfort and luxury in the Amazon River! You will admire, on a first-hand basis the impressive diversity of the flora and fauna of the Marañon and Ucayali River found in the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, the largest extension of protected flooded forest in the world, and one of the primary intact swathes of rainforest in the Peruvian Amazon.

Amazing Colors of the Amazon Rainforest.

You can experience further by engaging in various activities: kayaking or paddle boarding in peaceful creeks and lakes; perhaps swimming with pink river dolphins or fishing piranhas!

Jumping Off the Delfin II in Loreto – Peru. Photo: Rodrigo Rodrich

More of the land type, then, maybe birdwatching, canopy-walking, hiking trails, or visiting native communities (all optional).

During the rainy season in the Andes, water levels rise in the Amazon, flooding 85% of the reserve and making it only accessible by boat.

Please do not hesitate to Contact Us if you have questions or if you’d like to pair this Amazon program with another one of our destination packages.

Dry/Low Water Season Itinerary

(June-October)

Ideal for hikers who prefer to explore more on land than water.

DAY 1:

Arrive in Iquitos, Transfer to the City of Nauta, Board Delfin II

You will be greeted by your guides, at the Iquitos airport and transferred in a private vehicle to the port in Nauta where you will board the Delfin II (1 ½ hours).

The crew will help you settle into your air-conditioned spacious suite with private bathrooms are equipped with Spanish-style hot showers.

Amazing Views from a Suite on the Delfin II. Photo: Rodrigo Rodrich

As we start to sail the Delfin II, you may enjoy the fantastic panoramic views from the fancy second observation deck while sipping a Pisco cocktail made with regional fruits. A naturalist guide will provide an explanation of the journey activities, route and wildlife.

Dinner on Board

DAY 2:

Breakfast – Buffet

Fundo Casual Trail Walk

You’ll start the day hiking early in the morning, so you can appreciate wildlife at its peak. Fundo Casual jungle trail goes deep into the rainforest on a non-flooded ground. Your guide will help you spotting the outstanding flora and fauna.

Lunch on Board

Dorado River Skiff Exploration, Piranha Fishing & Night Safari

Amazing Piranha Fishing on the Delfin Amazon River Cruise Photo: Rodrigo Rodrich.

After a delicious three-course lunch, you’ll visit Jacinto Cocha, a black water lagoon, or Nauta Caño Creek where you may go on a fishing expedition for piranhas!  As the evening approaches, your guide will take you on a night safari in search for caimans, alligators and night birds.  An exciting experience.

Dinner on Board

DAY 3:

Breakfast – Buffet

Zapote River Kayaking

Skiff Excursions on the Amazon River

The morning is the perfect time for kayaking, in the calm waters of the Zapote River with the peaceful Amazon Rainforest surrounding.  Your guide will point out where to spot prehistoric-looking iguanas laying on the river banks.  You might also spot families of squirrel monkeys as they move in large groups.

Lunch on Board

After lunch, you can go on a rowboat ride in the Supay Lake and marvel at the vivid biodiversity around you. Myriad of bird species, colorful butterflies, rare insects and noisy monkey troops.

Dinner on Board

DAY 4:

Breakfast – Buffet

San Francisco Community Visit
You will get on a skiff and head to the San Francisco community to meet local villagers. They’ll show you the School houses where children study (an important meeting place for them) and then stop by the arts & crafts market to admire (and maybe purchase) some amazing items made by the local women.

Lunch on Board

Disembarkation and Visit to The Rescue & Rehabilitation Center of River Mammals (ACOBIA)
You will get off at the port in Nauta, where a private vehicle will be waiting to take you back to Iquitos (approx. 95km).  On the way back to the airport, you’ll visit ACOBIA where you will meet baby manatees and learn about these and other incredible endangered creatures, being cared for.

At the airport, land personnel will be on hand to help with your luggage and check in.

Rainy/High Water Season Itinerary

(November-May)

Allows for more extensive exploration and access via water.

DAY 1:

Arrive in Iquitos, Transfer to the City of Nauta, Board Delfin I
You will be greeted by your guides, at the Iquitos airport and transferred in a private vehicle to the port in Nauta where you will board the Delfin II (1 1/2hrs).

The crew will help you settle into your air-conditioned spacious suite with private bathrooms are equipped with Spanish-style hot showers.

As we start to sail the Delfin II, you may enjoy the fantastic panoramic views from the fancy second observation deck while sipping a Pisco cocktail made with regional fruits. A naturalist guide will provide an explanation of the journey activities, route and wildlife.

Dinner on Board

DAY 2:

Breakfast – Buffet

Clavero Lagoon Skiff Exploration
Start off the day early exploring the deep Amazon Rainforest wildlife at its peak in one of the most important areas of the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve.  On an aluminum skiff. As the hours pass, temperature will rise, you can go for a swim in the lagoon.

Lunch on Board

Irikawa Caño Creek
After a delicious three-course lunch, you’ll be visiting Irikawa Caño Creek on a rowboat and marvelling at the vivid biodiversity around you. Myriad of bird species, colorful butterflies, rare insects and noisy monkey troops.

Dinner on Board

DAY 3:

Breakfast – Buffet

Belluda Caño Creek
Early in the morning you’ll head to this remarkable area within the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve on a skiff. Pink and gray dolphins will greet us a myriad of colorful birds fly gracefully over our heads across the Amazon skies.

Lunch on Board

Dorado River Adventure
After lunch, dive into an adventure, seeking for transitional forest species in the wildlife of the Amazon River.  You might encounter Snail Kites, Festive Parrots, endangered Scarlet Macaws, Olive-spotted Hummingbirds, Amazonian Parrotlets and Woodcreepers, among others.  At sunset, you can test your piranha-fishing skills, and at night, discover animals emerging from hidden places.

Dinner on Board

DAY 4:

Breakfast – Buffet

Visit Puerto Miguel Community
You will travel by rowboat to a community located on the shores of the Marañon River, where you will meet the locals in this remote part of the world and learn about their traditions and folklore. You can support them by acquiring handicrafts directly from the artisans.

Lunch on board

Disembarkation and Visit to The Rescue & Rehabilitation Center of River Mammals (ACOBIA)
You will disembark at the port in Nauta, where a private vehicle will be waiting to take you back to Iquitos (approx. 95km). On the way back to the airport, you’ll visit ACOBIA where you will meet baby manatees and learn about these and other incredible endangered animals, being cared for.

At the airport, land personnel will be on hand to help with your luggage and check in.

Notes:

• 2018 Departure Dates:  please call us to confirm departure dates.
• High Water Season is from December to May. Please request the corresponding trip itinerary should you prefer to travel during those months. Price remains the same.
• All itineraries are subject to change, due to weather and other conditions. All times indicated are approximate, and are also subject to change.

DELFIN II AMAZON RAINFOREST CRUISE PRICES

Included In The Amazon Rainforest Cruise Delfin II

* Note:  Currently, tours/excursions to the Peruvian Rainforest are sales tax-exempt.

References:

• Cruise Critic – Delfin II Review