Sailing in Zafiro
luxury Cruise is a unique journey
Sailing aboard the Zafiro is embarking on a unique journey into the depths of the Peruvian Amazon jungle. Here there is room for you to disconnect, relax and discover. Aboard Zafiro, comfort is part of the essence of the experience.
The spacious panoramic windows that characterize our suites, together with our open relaxing areas, make the Zafiro an extension of the Amazon; from where you will admire every last detail of the immense and diverse spectacle that the Amazon rainforest represents every day, and every night.
The culinary scene is also one of the great protagonists aboard Zafiro. On board the cruise you will take part in a unique culinary experience based purely on Amazonian foods.
The Amazonian journeys, with the help of our expert guides, form part of the most genuine way to get close up to the fauna and flora of the Amazon; allowing you to discover and feel in your own skin, the cultures built around the waters that flow through the rivers.
The Zafiro, inspired by the era of the first expeditions to the Amazon, is designed for relaxation, disconnection, and discovery. The combination of the traditional style with the contemporary make it a unique venue for comfort.
The inclusion of regional decorative elements from other times converts the expedition aboard the Zafiro into a tour of the region’s history.
The large windows with the boat, together with the outdoor spaces for relaxation and observation platform, make the Zafiro an extension of the river from which to admire every detail of the Amazonian landscape.
The Programs -
High water season (Nov - May)
Departure: Wednesday
Departure: Saturday
Departure: Saturday
The programs -
Low water season (June-October)
Departure: Wednesday
Departure: Saturday
Departure: Saturday
Facilities
El Zafiro has 19 luxurious suites that assure travelers the necessary privacy and tranquility to enjoy a privileged experience. All of the suites have panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows that allow you to appreciate the immensity of the Peruvian Amazon from an intimate and exclusive setting.
Suites
Sixteen of the nineteen suites aboard Zafiro are 21m² and are divided between the first and second deck. Eight of them, located on the first deck, have panoramic windows from floor to ceiling that will allow to have you a continuous contact with the show that nature depicts along the Amazon. The eight suites located on the second deck have a private balcony overlooking the jungle, a venue that allows you to enjoy the journey in a unique way.
Four of these suites are interconnected; making it an ideal choice for family tourism.
Master Suite
The two master suites, 23m², are located at the bow of the boat, on the first deck. Its 90-degree view windows ensure a unique visual experience throughout the entire Amazonian expedition.
All the master suites are fully equipped with air conditioning, a private bathroom with 360 degree shower, a mini bar, Peruvian pima cotton sheets and exotic fruit-infused amenities, among other amenities.
Zafiro Suite
The Zafiro Suite, of 44.60m² and located on the second deck, has a 180-degree with panoramic windows to enjoy the landscape of the Peruvian Amazon and a private balcony. It is one of the most exclusive facilities of the cruise and offers travelers a unique and privileged way to feel the heartbeat of the Amazon.
This suite also has a private bathroom and living room and is fully equipped with air conditioning, a mini bar, Peruvian pima cotton sheets and exotic fruit-infused amenities, among other amenities.
All suites are fully equipped with air conditioning, a private bathroom, a mini bar, Peruvian pima cotton sheets and exotic fruit-infused amenities, among other amenities.
- Air-conditioning
- Twin beds convertible to a King size California
- A sitting area
- Private bathroom with a Spanish shower
- Hot water 24/7 and a basket of toiletries
- Bathtub ( Zafiro suite)
- Hairdryer
- Safe
- Double bed
- Binoculars
- Internal Phone
- Amenities for your comfort
- Peruvian cotton sheets
- Telescope (zafiro suite)
Enjoy the flavors of the Amazon
You cannot get to know a new part of the world without savoring its cuisine. The dining room of Zafiro is one of the points from where you will experience the heart of the Amazon with unsurmountable intensity.
Peruvian cuisine is recognized as one of the best in the world. Their recipes reflect the three regional areas of the country: coast, sierra, and jungle… as well as a fusion of influences from different eras and immigrant cultures.
The cuisine aboard Zafiro is characterized by flavors and food extracted from the Amazon jungle; exotic fruits, regional vegetables, and species play an essential role in the gastronomic proposal of the cruise.
Diversity also plays its role in our dining room, where you can find lighter dishes and / or vegetarian options. In case of intolerances or special diets, our team will be in charge of offering a suitable option for each guest (Please inform us in advance of any food restrictions or special dietary needs).
Interior Lounge
The interior lounge area of the Zafiro has everything you need to recover after an intense day of excursions in the Amazon jungle. Enjoy the elegant relaxation and take a break.
Decorated with handicrafts made by the indigenous communities of the area and featuring large windows overlooking the Amazon, this venue becomes a corner from where you can continue discoverting.
The sofas with exterior views are an ideal setting to read, rest, and relax without missing a detail of what happens next to the river. The bar, located in this same space, is a unique meeting point where you can savor the most exotic cocktails in the region. In our 24 hour station you have access to coffee, tea, and snacks at any time of the day.
There are also moments where parties are held in the interior lounge, where you can enjoy live music and dance with our crew.
Exterior Lounge
Let yourself be caressed by the Amazonian breeze, enjoy the immense views of the river, and share moments of relaxation in the open air.
Our outdoor relaxation area, located on the upper level of the Zafiro, will allow you to take a break without losing a second of the details of what happens around the Amazon.
The cushioned deck chairs are a privileged space from which to feel the rhythm of the Amazon. The outdoor bar, located in this area of the boat, will allow you to enjoy the most refreshing cocktails at your best time of day.
Feel the harmony in the SPA
While standing before the immensity of nature, only the authentic remains and there is no place for tensions, stress, or worries. It is in this environment that you find the best time to be free, pampered and relaxed.
In the Spa on board the Zafiro, you will have the opportunity to enjoy relaxing spa treatments such as aromatherapy or therapeutic massages.
Our wellness specialists will adapt their schedule to your needs for your convenience. If you prefer, spa treatments can be in-suite.
Activate your body in the Excersise Room
Exercising your body frees your spirit. Do not give up on exercising during your vacation.
Our on-board exercise room is equipped with an exercise treadmill and a stationary bicycle and has enough space for toning and cardio exercises without losing sight of the Amazonian landscape.
Jacuzzi- Just Relax
Finishing the day in a bubbly outdoor jacuzzi overlooking the Amazon is a dream come true. The Zafiro Jacuzzi, located on the outside of the boat, is the perfect setting for contemplation and taking in the sunset of the Peruvian jungle.
Boutique
Give the gift of the authenticity of the Amazon
The best memory of your passage through the Amazon is that which is essentially Amazonian.
In our boutique on board you will find pieces of art created from the sensitivity and traditions of the ancient cultures of the jungle.
Rates
2024
| Suites | 3 Nights |
| First deck | US$ 3600 |
| Second deck | US$ 3700 |
| Master Suite | US$ 4000 |
| Zafiro Suite | US$ 4600 |
| Suites | 4 Nights |
| First deck | US$ 3900 |
| Second deck | US$ 4100 |
| Master Suite | US$ 4500 |
| Zafiro Suite | US$ 5200 |
| Suites | 7 Nights |
| First deck | US$ 7500 |
| Second deck | US$ 7800 |
| Master Suite | US$ 8500 |
| Zafiro Suite | US$ 9800 |
2025
| Suites | 3 Nights |
| First deck | US$ 3744 |
| Second deck | US$ 3848 |
| Master Suite | US$ 4160 |
| Zafiro Suite | US$ 4784 |
| Suites | 4 Nights |
| First deck | US$ 4056 |
| Second deck | US$ 4264 |
| Master Suite | US$ 4680 |
| Zafiro Suite | US$ 5408 |
| Suites | 7 Nights |
| First deck | US$ 7800 |
| Second deck | US$ 8112 |
| Master Suite | US$ 8840 |
| Zafiro Suite | US$ 10192 |
IMPORTANT
- Rates are expressed in US Dollars, per person, based on double occupancy.
- Charter: Pricing for custom-designed charters are quoted according to your specific request and needs.
- Single Supplement is 20% in addition to the adult rate.
- Child policy: the recommended age is 7 years old + on all departures. Children aged 7 to 11 years old are eligible for a 50% discount from theadult rate. Children must be accompanied by one or two adults per suite. The capacity is of one child per suite.
RATE INCLUSIONS
- 1 night accommodation Hotel – City of Iquitos. (Only 8D/7N and 5D/4N programs).
- Lunch is included before boarding at our DoubleTree by Hilton Iquitos hotel. (This service depends on the arrival time of the recommended flight, which might change).
- All meals while on board MV Zafiro.
- All excursions & equipment (including rubber boots & rain ponchos).
- Transfers from / to the airport on the recommended flights. In case the passengers stay in Iquitos city hotels – please inform the reservations department to coordinate the pick up or drop off service at [email protected]
- Entrance fee to Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve.
- Sodas, natural juices, coffee, tea, water, local alcoholic beverages (house wines, beer and pisco cocktails) are included with lunch and dinner.
- Welcome drink: Pisco Sour.
RATE EXCLUSIONS
- Domestic flights.
- Cost of medical emergencies (including evacuation).
- GRATUITIES. On board Zafiro we recommend an amount in the range of USD 20 – USD 30 per passenger per night for the crew (to be divided among all the crew members) and between USD 7 – USD 10 per passenger per night for the guides. Please note that these amounts are suggested and that this is entirely at the discretion of our guests.
- Any additional transportation services.
- Any additional bar consumptions.
BOOKING POLICY
- For Courtesy Holds: Any independent traveler reservation will be recorded as a courtesy hold for a maximum of 7 days.
- For Confirmed Bookings: A deposit of US$ 500 per person is required to confirm the booking. For reservations made 90 days or less prior to departure, a full, non- refundable payment is required to confirm the booking.
FITS RESERVATIONS & PAYMENTS
- Reservations made 90 days or less prior to departure: A full, nonrefundable payment is required to confirm the booking.
- Reservations made 91 days or more before departure: A deposit of US$500 per person is required to confirm the booking. The final balance is required 90 days prior to departure. If the payment is not received ontime, the space(s) will be automatically released.
GROUP RESERVATIONS & PAYMENTS (8 PAX OR MORE)
- For Reservations made 121 days or more prior to departure:
- An initial deposit of US$ 500 per person is required to confirm thebooking, with a second deposit of US$ 500 per person 120 days before departure. The final balance is required 90 days prior to departure.
- For Reservations made 120 days to 91 days prior to departure: A deposit of US$ 1,000 per person is required to confirm the booking.
- The final balance is required 90 days prior to departure.
- For Reservations made 90 days or less prior to departure: A full, non refundable payment is required to confirm the booking.
CANCELATION POLICY
- For Cancelations made 121 days or more prior to departure:
- The deposit will be refunded, minus US $200 service charge per person.
- For Cancelations made 120 to 91 days prior to departure: All deposits are non-refundable.
- For Cancelations made 90 days or less prior to departure: Full payment will be applied as the cancelation penalty.
In the following case of “Force Majeure”, Jungle Experiences can reschedule the trip at no additional cost:
- Events that directly affect the operation of the cruises and prevent sailing, for example:
- An outbreak of infectious or contagious diseases/virus deemed a global epidemic or pandemic by the World Health Organization
- Events of political unrest and social manifestations.
DEPARTURE DATE CHANGE POLICY
- Jungle Experiences permits guests to change the departure date of their cruise at least 181 days prior to their original date of departure without penalty.
- A fee of US$500 per person will be applied for date changes made between 180 and 121 days prior to departure. No date changes are permitted within 120 days from departure.
NAME CHANGE POLICY
- Jungle Experiences permits guests to change their names to other travelers’ names up to 60 days prior departure date, without penalty.
- In case there is a change of name requested 59 days or less prior eparture date, there will be a USD 200 penalty charge per person.
