M/V Aqua

Luxury Amazon Cruise

 Destination Overview

Embark on the voyage of a lifetime, sailing the earth’s mightiest river — the Amazon. The first luxury vessel in the region, the M/V Aqua caters to the most discriminating and adventurous of world travelers, providing an unforgettable journey into areas penetrated by only a privileged few. As your ship docks along the river, knowledgeable and experienced naturalists will take you, via small launches, into remote estuaries in the Peruvian rain forest and the Pacaya Samiria Reserve. As you explore these pristine wilderness areas teeming with wildlife, you will also encounter local people living in villages as they have for centuries. And when the day’s sightseeing is over, the comforts of your luxurious floating hotel will await you.

Accommodation

M/V Aqua is Aqua Expedition’s 130-foot flagship. Its 12 luxury guest suites, designed by an internationally renowned Peruvian interior designer, measure a generous 230 to240 square feet, and feature large, outward facing panoramic windows and en suite sitting areas. All suites are air conditioned, and four are interconnected, to cater to families. Guests can socialize in the dining room, bar, on the observation deck and in the outdoor lounge. There is also a small boutique. You’ll be served by a crew of 16, plus three skilled guides. Rates include all excursions, meals, and wine with meals.

Amenities /Attractions

Guests may choose three-, four-, or seven-night itineraries. Each day will bring amazing new wonders, as guests set out with guides in a fleet of three launches to float toward the source of the mighty Amazon. Each day, you will explore the small inlets and various winding river systems that make up the flooded forest. Pacaya Samiria Reserve, located on the headwaters of the Amazon basin, spans more than five million acres. Twice the size ofYellowstonePark, it teems with wildlife and aquatic life. Visitors will have the opportunity to see hundreds of species, including the endangered pink Amazon dolphin, black alligator, and giant river otter.

Dining

Explorers aboard the Aqua will enjoy a menu of fresh, delicious world-renowned Peruvian fare, whether served on board or on an adventure. Dinner each evening promises to be a culinary feast for the senses, paired with select wines fromSouth America. The menu has been created with the assistance of Pedro Miguel Schiaffino, one ofPeru’s top ten chefs.

Seasons

Aqua Expeditions operates year-round, and every voyage is uniquely appealing, based on the changing seasons. During the flooded season, the river and estuaries grow, allowing launch boats to venture deeper into the flooded forest. During the dry season, the river recedes and beautiful sandy river beaches form.

M/V AQUA FACT SHEET

  • Built:                                       2007
  • Port of embarkation:              Iquitos,Peru
  • Vessel’s Registry:                  Peru
  • Type of Vessel:                       River Expedition Vessel
  • Length:                                  130 feet/39.80 m
  • Beam:                                    24 feet/7.30 m
  • Draft:                                     5 feet/1.5 m
  • Gross Tonnage:                      400 tons
  • Cruising Speed:                      10 knots
  • Electricity:                               220 volts
  • Engines:                                 2 new Cummins 380 HP Marine Engines
  • Generators:                            1 x 95 KVA Cummins and 1 x 65 KVA Cummins
  • (encapsulated for noise reduction)
  • Water:                                                7000-liter water treatment plant
  • Safety:                                                Radio communication with separate battery pack, satellite phone, life jackets, flares and signals; fire extinguishers and smoke detectors in each cabin.
  • Launch Boats:                                     Three auxiliary aluminum launch boats equipped with four-stroke low emission engines; constant radio communication with the main vessel. Each boat has a capacity of 8-10 passengers.
  • Crew:                                      16, plus 3 English-speaking naturalist guides.
  • Accommodation:                    Up to 24 passengers with private facilities (Additional accommodation for one child in each cabin)

Cabins:

  • 4 Master Suites measuring240 sq. ft.
  • 8 Suites measuring230 sq. ft.
  • All outside-facing with large panoramic windows
  • All air conditioned with en suite sitting areas
  • 4 interconnecting suites for families
  • Cabin features:                       Twin beds that can be converted to aCaliforniaking-sized bed, En suite sitting area
  • Internal communications system, bathroom with shower, toilet, sink, cabinet, hairdryer, and a basket of toiletries.
  • Hot water around the clock.

Social Areas:   

  • Indoor Bar-Lounge
  • Dining Room
  • Outside Lounge
  • Observation Deck
  • Boutique