La Perla Amazon River Cruise - 4 or 7 Days
The La Perla is a moderately priced ship that is often chartered, but we do have some departure dates available.
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7 DAYS - 6 NIGHTS Sunday - Saturday (Nauta -Nauta)
Day 1 - Sunday - Iquitos / Nauta / Amazon River 08:30hrs Meet and greet at Iquitos Airport by staff. 10:00hrs Proceed on a 1.5-hours bus transfer to private pier at Nauta, where We will get on board. 12:00hrs Check in 12:30hrs Lunch on board. Brief orientation about the journey. while the ship starts sailing down the Marañon River to the confluence of Marañon and Ucayali River where the Amazon River starts. 14:30hrs Excursion into the Amazon birthplace 15:30hrs Boat excursion looking for wildlife into the communal reserve of Yanayacu of Yacapana. You will appreciate Giant water lilies, birds, iguanas, sloth, the beautiful pink dolphins and much more. 17:30hrs Return to the Ship 18:00hrs Lecture by our naturalist guides 19:00hrs Reception with Live Music on board. 19:30hrs Dinner on board. Overnight in the Amazon River Day 2 – Monday - Pacaya Samiria National Reserve/Amazon River /Yarapa River / Ucayali River
06:00hrs Early wake up call. 06:30hrs Birdwatching excursion into the yanayacu of Yacapana communal reserve, on this morning we will see macaws, sloth, monkeys, toucans, fly catchers, trogons, parakeets and more. 08:00hrs Breakfast on Board. We turned to sail up The Amazon River to Ucayali River. 09:30hrs Morning Boat excursion to explore tributaries. Into Yarapa River looking for wildlife 12:30hrs Lunch on main boat. 15:00hrs Geographical orientation and short talk about the amazon by the naturalist on board. 16:30hrs Visit to the butterfly farm project of Vista Alegre Communal Reserve. On this afternoon, we will learn about the butterflies from the amazon and the importance of them in the rainforest. 18:00hrs Back to the ship. 18:30hrs Reception with Live Music on board. 19:30hrs Dinner. 21:00hrs Optional Night boat excursion to search caimans, snakes, tarantulas, scorpions, anacondas, night monkeys and much more Day 3 – Tuesday - Ucayali River / Maranon River / Pacaya Samiria National Reserve
06:00hrs Wake up call. 06:30hrs get ready to go into The Black Yarapa River to The Amazon natural Park where the suspension bridges and viewing platform with canopy walkways are located. We will have the experience of being up on the bridges searching for wildlife and enjoying of the spectacular view of the forest. 08:00hrs Breakfast on board. We keep sailing down the Ucayali way to the confluence and up the Maranon River. 09:30hrs Boat ride along Piranha Creek one of the first tributaries of the Pacaya and Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, 12:30hrs Lunch on board. 15:30hrs Jungle walks in a Casual Communal reserve; we will learn about medicinal plants search for insects, tarantulas, frogs and learn basic survival in the forest with our expert naturalists. 17:30hrs Return to the Ship 18:00hrs Lecture By our naturalist guides 19:00hrs Reception with Live Music on board. 19:30hrs Dinner on board Day 4 – Wednesday - Maranon River / Ucayali River / Pacaya Samiria National Reserve
The early morning offers another opportunity to watch the world awakening in the rainforest. Perhaps you will spy iguanas, river turtles, cormorants, or wattle jacana during this excursion. We return to our riverboat. 8 :00 hrs Breakfast on board 9:30 hrs After breakfast we will prepare to meet a local Indian family. They will welcome us into their home to share conversation over the midday meal, introducing you to their culture, costumes, and way of life. This is a rare and unforgettable opportunity to gain new insight into a world truly apart from our own. 12:30hrs Lunch on board. The ship starts sailing down the Marañon River to the confluence of Marañon and Ucayali River where the Amazon River starts. Afterwards, we will walk along the shores of the Ucayali River, located in the Yucuruchi region of the Amazon. Here we will have an opportunity to see the Victoria Regias, water lily a gigantic aquatic plant. 15:30hrs Continuing on our way, we visit the Samiria River to look for charapas and turtles. The river has given up its secrets or at least some of them 17:30hrs Return to the Ship 18:00hrs Lecture by our naturalist guides 19:00hrs Reception with Live Music on board. 19:30hrs Dinner on board Day 5 – Thursday - Pacaya Samiria National Reserve
06:00hrs Wake up call 06:30hrs Picnic Breakfast in Pacaya Samiria Natural Reserve. We will be exploring the Yanayacu of Pucate Basin We will look for a nice spot in middle of the reserve to recharge energies with a healthy breakfast, where some pink dolphins may enrich our panorama, and blue and yellow macaws, toucans, monkeys such as howler monkeys, monk sakys and more. 11:30hrs Back to the ship and swimming with the pink dolphins. 12:30hrs Lunch on board. 16:00hrs Shaman Ceremony in San Regis. We will get deep into our former believes and learn some of our ancients secrets of the rainforest. 16:45hrs Tree planting ceremony. 18:00hrs Reception with Live Music on board. 19:30hrs Dinner on board. 21:00hrs Night Boat ride in the jungle of nauta creek into the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve. 
Day 6 – Friday - Pacaya Samiria National Reserve / Nauta City
07:30hrs Wake up call. 08:00hrs Breakfast 09:00hrs Piranha Fishing at San Jose de Zarapanga black water stream named Shiriyacu. Using the traditional equipment and local techniques. 12:30hrs Lunch on board. 15:00hrs Cooking Demonstration. 15:30hrs Geographic orientation by our naturalist 16:00hrs Visit to Prado Kukama Indian village to learn about our former traditions and traditional medicine, we will see how our Amazonians live and share this morning with them. 17:30hrs Boat excursion to observe the sunset on the Amazon River; waiting for the nightlife to listen the night fauna symphony. During this excursion we will look for caimans, frogs, tarantulas, snakes and anacondas. 18:30hrs Reception with Live Music on board. 19:30hrs Farewell dinner on board while the ship sails down to Nauta town. 20:30hrs Crew presentation. Day 7 – Saturday - Nauta / Iquitos
07:00hrs Breakfast on board. 08:30hrs Check-out and bus transfer from Nauta’s Town to Iquitos. 09:30hrs Visit the Manatee Rescue Center en route to Iquitos. 10:30hrs Small city tour around Iquitos to see the famous houses dating from the rubber time era, such as Iron House, Belen Market and more. 11:30hrs Arrive to Iquitos Airport to board your outgoing flight. KIDS can have special activities too - learning how to identify animals, seeing how many they can spot and photograph, fishing for piranha, drawing in their traveler's diary, learning to cook Amazon food, observing dolphins, visiting communities and playing with local kids
FEEL SAFE because there will be a paramedic on board during the whole itinerary. And they have also security, in permanent communication (24 hours via satellite phone) with the Peruvian Navy and will only be sailing the route authorized (and controlled) by the Peruvian navy. NOTE: The proposed routes for the cruise may vary depending on the type of weather, the season that regulate the level of water of the rivers, as well as the wildlife cycles. Visits to the towns depend on the availability of the communities. However, the plan is to arrange the visits to avoid a negative effect to their cultural identity. 
standard cabin
Amazon view cabin
Superior cabin
Standard cabins are 14m2 / 151 sq. ft. with panoramic window, two twin beds or one queen bed and private bathroom with shower.
Amazon view cabins are 14m2 / 151 sq. ft. with private balcony, two twin beds or one queen bed and private bathroom with shower. Superior cabins are 20m2 / 215 sq. ft. with two twin beds convertible to a Californian king bed and private bathroom with shower. Cabin with possibility to accommodate an extra bed Ideal for families. Opens to deck. The health, safety, and well-being of passengers, as well as that of the crew, is top priority on this ship. For this reason, they are applying all the safety and sanitary care measures required so that you feel safe both on board their cruises and on land during excursions. During these months of crisis due to COVID-19, they have worked together with health organizations to improve the health and safety measures that are applied to each of their vessels: Zafiro, La Perla, and Amatista. Enhanced health and safety protocols OZONE GENERATORS TO DISINFECT ALL SUITES Before check-in, they will use one of the most effective pieces of equipment for the disinfection and elimination of bacteria, fungi, and viruses, as well as harmless to humans: Ozone Generators. PRE-BOARDING CONTROLS Each of their passengers will undergo the necessary medical check-ups before boarding. If someone is considered at risk, additional tests will be submitted for the safety of all. ENHANCED SANITARY CARE MEASURES In compliance with the protocols established by the Ministry of Health (MINSA), each cruise is cleaned and disinfected before setting sail. The cleaning and disinfection of high-traffic public areas and contact points will be intensified. RESPONSIBLE SOCIAL DISTANCING In order to guarantee responsible social distancing, they will monitor the capacity of public areas frequently throughout the trip. IMPROVED MEDICAL RESOURCES. They will have a paramedic on board, duly trained to attend any possible case of COVID-19, as well as other illnesses. As a precautionary measure, there might be slight changes in the itineraries, since we will only visit open and safe port. |
4 DAYS - 3 NIGHTS - Sunday - Wednesday
Days 1-3 - same as on 7 day itinerary Day 4 – Wednesday Nauta / Iquitos 07:00hr Breakfast on board. 08:30hrs Check-out and bus transfer from Nauta’s Town to Iquitos. 09:30hrs Visit the Manatee Rescue Center en route to Nauta. 10:30hrs Brief city tour around Iquitos to see the famous houses dating from the rubber time era, such as Iron House, Belen Market and more. 11:30hrs Arrive to Iquitos Airport to board your outgoing flight. 4 days / 3 nights Wednesday – Saturday
Day 1 - Wednesday Pacaya Samiria National Reserve / Marañón river / Ucayali river / Pacaya Samiria Natural Reserve The guides will be expecting your arrival at the airport with a sign for your transfer to Nauta to board the cruise M/V La Perla. As you enter into your cabin, which will be full equipped with everything you need, you will feel how this lifetime trip is about to start. The navigation will initiate in the Marañon River to the confluences of the Marañon and Ucayali rivers where the majestic Amazon begins. We suggest to take a time to go to the observation deck and enjoy the amazing panoramic view, the guides will be explaining the story of the Amazon’s origin. After getting familiar with your new environment, you will be invited to the dining room for lunch, where you will experiment our exquisite regional gastronomy, a delicious flavor celebration. Later, our guides will provide a general briefing about the trip itinerary, activities, routes, wildlife and vegetation. Our guides will be attentive to help you with any question you might have. After lunch, you will visit the Samiria Reserve to observe the Charapas turtles. Later at night, an excursion will be offered for searching wildlife in the Amazon. Back to the ship our naturalist guides will share more information and enrich the experiences of the day. You will be able to enjoy the local music followed by an exquisite dinner. Day 2 - Thursday Yanayacu de Pucate / Pacaya Samiria Natural Reserve / San Regis This morning, you will explore Yanayacu de Pucate and enjoy a picnic breakfast in the Pacaya Samiria Natural Reserve accompanied by nature. Some pink dolphins might enrich the panorama. Also, it’s possible to observe blue and yellow macaws, toucans and different types of monkeys. You will have a canopy walk where we will look for wildlife and enjoy the breathtaking view. After lunch on board a ceremony will be held with shamans in St. Regis will take place, where you will learn about the ancient secrets of the rainforest. Later, you will be part of the tree planting ceremony. Before dinner, a reception with live music will be held by the ship band. In the warm night, you can be part of the boat ride through Nauta Creek within Pacaya Samiria Natural Reserve which is known as the mirrored forest, which makes perfect sense as you gaze upon its glistening black water where you can observe lizards, frogs and different kinds of nocturnal animals. Day 3 - Friday San José de Zarapanga Shiriyucu / Pacaya Samiria Natural Reserve / Nauta After a delicious breakfast, we head for the black water stream of San José de Zarapanga called Shiriyacu to fish piranhas, using traditional and local techniques, you will be surprised by the many ways there is to fish. We will visit Kukama Prado village to learn about ancient traditions and medicine used by the ancestors; in the Peruvian Amazon are different types of traditional medicine that maybe you have not heard before. Then, you will be part of a cooking demonstration, where you can learn about local techniques and the variety of vegetables and dishes that exists in the Peruvian Amazon. In the afternoon, a boat excursion will be offer before sunset in the Amazon River, where we can hear the sounds of wildlife, colors and symphony. At the same time, we will look for caymans, frogs, tarantulas, snakes and anacondas. After dinner, our naturalist guides will introduce the crew members whom you may not have met, as they have been busy “behind the scenes” to create your seamless Jungle Experience. Day 4 - Saturday Nauta / Iquitos After enjoying your last breakfast on board. We will proceed with the transfer by bus from the city of Nauta to Iquitos. We will have a stop in the Rescue Center Amazon - Manatee (ACOBIA), where you will be able to see and feed this beautiful animal. Then, you will have a brief visit to the city of Iquitos to observe the famous houses of the rubber boom, Fierro’s house, and Belen market. Specials!!! SAVE 20% Off per person
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2024 prices per person, double occupancy:
• Domestic airfare and local airport taxes. • Alcoholic and bottled beverages. • Personal expenses. . Any additional transportation services. * Cost of medical emergencies (including evacuation). • Tips - Tipping guidelines. We recommend an amount in the range of US$10 per passenger per night for the crew (to be divided among all the crew members) and between US$5 per passenger per night for the guides. * Please note that these amounts are suggested levels of gratuities and that this is entirely at the discretion of our guests aboard the vessels. 2024 start dates:
4 days - June 9, July 10, 14, 17, Aug. 18, Sept. 8, 18, Oct. 2, 13, 20, Nov. 10, Dec. 22, 25, 29 7 days - July 14, 28, Dec. 22, 29 2025 start dates: 4 days - Jan. 1, 12, 15, Feb. 2, 5, 23, 26, March 9, 12, 23, 26, April 13, 16, May 11, 14, 25, 28, June 8, 11, 29, July 2, 13, 16, 27, 30, Aug. 3,6, 24, 27, Sept. 21, 24, Oct. 29, Nov. 9, 12, Dec. 24, 31 7 days - Jan. 12, Feb. 2, 23, March 9, 23, April 13, May 11, 25, June 8, 29, July 13, 27, Aug. 3, 24, Sept. 21, Nov. 9 BOOKING POLICIES • Our fares are transferable (allow change of date and passenger name), up to 60 days prior to departure date, at no additional cost. • In case of emergency and force majeure, operator can suggest a change of boat to the passengers, in case it is required and they agree. • Changes to be made are subject to availability. BOOKINGS AND PAYMENTS For bookings made 61 days or more prior to the boarding date: • A deposit of US$ 500 per person is required to confirm the reservation. • Full payment must be cancelled 60 days before the boarding date. In case the full payment is not received, the reservation will be automatically canceled. For reservations made during the 60 days prior to the boarding date: Full payment is required to confirm the reservation. CANCELLATION POLICIES For New Bookings
• The trip must be cancelled no later than one week before the departure date to receive a credit note or to be rescheduled for a future trip. • In case of rescheduling the trip for boarding dates during the year 2023, no fare difference will be applied. • Applies only for new bookings ADDITIONAL DETAILS • The supplement for a suite on a single booking, is 20% additional to the regular adult rate for La Perla. • Children’s Policy: A minimum of 7 years of age for all departures. Children 11 years and younger are eligible for a 50% discount on the adult rate. Children must be accompanied by adults in the same cabin, maximum one child for the adult cabin fare. • Requirement for boarding: Present vaccination card and negative COVID test, PCR with 72 hours or antigen with 48 hours in advance, must be sent prior to boarding. • Operator recommends all its clients to opt for the rescheduling of their trips or accept credit for future reservations, to collaborate in this way with the process of reactivation of the tourism industry. Given the uncertain situation we are experiencing, booking and cancellation policies may change at any time. "We went on a cruise on the Amazon River in Peru on the ship La Perla and the tour was great. Jim helped us in every way and we were able to enjoy a fantastic cruise. Highly recommend it!" Philipp |
