The New M/V Aqua in the Amazon

Posted by Nicholas Gill Mar 19, 2008

Aqua Expeditions' new M/V Aqua riverboat has begun plying the waters of the Amazon Basin in the Pacaya-Samira National Reserve near Iquitos, Peru.

This luxury floating ecolodge offers 3-7 night cruises in ne of the largest national parks in the entire Amazon Basin, Pacaya Samira, which is just up river from the port of Iquitos. Rarely has river travel in the amazon been so comfortable or posh. The 12 air-conditioned suites measure between 230 to 240 square feet and were designed by noted Peruvian architect Jordi Puig. A seven night itinerary starts at $4550 per person/double occupancy.

Itineraries make stops all along the rivers that are explored. Activities are similar to any other eco lodge such as monkey and wildlife watching, fishing in the rivers, spotting pink river dolphins, night excursions to search for caimans, and visit indigenous villags. Pre and post trips in the Amazon or elsewhere in Peru are also offered. quite a step up from my local river boat experience on the Rio Napo from Coca, Ecuador to Iquitos.