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Type: Luxury Vessel

Summary: Glide the Amazon River on board purpose-built vessels

Feature: Three expeditions per day with expert River Guides

Rooms: Range of beautiful suites

Location: Peru

Nearest airport: Iquitos Airport

Luxury Holidays On Board Aqua Expeditions

Small and sublime, Aqua Expeditions traverse the waterways of the mighty Amazon River, offering guests an unforgettable journey in uncompromising comfort. With specially curated and expert-guided excursions, remarkable small ship expeditions and world-class cuisine by renowned chefs, guests can explore the extraordinary with onboard Aqua Expeditions’ incredible ships. Modern-day adventurers can uncover the secrets of the world's greatest rivers in the utmost luxury, venturing into unspoiled sanctuaries, secluded from crowds. 

Boasting all the amenities of a luxurious five-star hotel, Aqua Expeditions' vessels incorporate each destination’s culture and history throughout, using locally sourced materials, bespoke porcelain and unique objets d’art. Generously sized contemporary suites and lavish public areas promise the luxury of space while innovative onboard menus created by award-winning chefs ensure that guests can truly enjoy the taste of each region. With a heartfelt personal service that caters to every guest’s needs and desires with a 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio, expect curated activities, expert-guided authentic adventures and unparalleled travel experiences with Aqua Expeditions.

 
 

Why Aqua Expeditions is so special...

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Wildlife Encounters

Home to one in every ten species on planet Earth, the sheer scale and immensity of the Amazon rainforest is astonishing. With Aqua Expeditions, you can take yourself to the heart of this wildlife rich idyll with a range of exciting and unique adventures. Walk deep into the rich Amazonian rainforest and discover three-toed sloths, macaws, hoatzins, capuchin monkeys and anacondas as your expert guide helps you get a close-up look at the variety of species which inhabit the region, walk along the river and you might spot elusive pink river dolphins in the day or cunning caiman at night. 

Wildlife Encounters at Aqua Expeditions
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Pricing

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Accommodation and Dining Experiences

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Overview

Overview

Aqua Expeditions offer guests a fleet of luxury cruise ships to choose from. Whether cruising through the Amazon or discovering the Galapagos, each cruise promises a modern design, 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio, delicious dining menus and a heartfelt personal service. 

Aqua Mare

Aqua Mare

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The Galapagos Islands’ first true superyacht experience, Aqua Mare is the perfect respite after active days exploring the Archipelago. Expansive and luxurious, she boasts 30 percent more indoor volume than most yachts her size, and offers guests seven large Zuretti-designed suites, extravagant indoor and outdoor social spaces, along with the islands’ most exclusive 1:1 crew to guest ratio. Designed and built in 1998, this impressive 50m superyacht incorporates original custom interiors by famous yacht designer François Zuretti and is fully equipped for adventure, carrying a comprehensive collection of non-motorised watersports equipment and two scientific expert guides.

Aqua Nera

Aqua Nera

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Ergonomic and custom-built for cruising the rivers of the Amazon, Aqua Nera takes guests into the depths of the Peruvian Amazon in utmost luxury. Drawing design inspiration from the Amazon, award-winning architect Noor Design have created a true sense of tranquility within Aqua Nera’s 20 spacious suites and expansive social spaces (including the spa, observation deck and indoor cinema screening room), while the delicious gastronomy from one of Peru’s finest chefs, Pedro Miguel Schiaffino, brings you closer to the heart of the jungle with native Amazonian produce. Every day, expert naturalist guides conduct small-group excursions where guests can discover the most biodiverse rainforest and river system on Earth.

Aria Amazon

Aria Amazon

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Sister ship to state-of-the-art Aqua Nera, the lavish Aria Amazon was custom-built to explore the Peruvian Amazon in uncompromising comfort. With generous social areas, including an elegant dining room, upper deck bar, and outdoor Jacuzzi, and 16 beautifully designed suites, guests can expect sheer luxury cruising down the waterways of the mighty Amazon River. With space for up to 35 passengers and 26 crew members (including a cruise director, paramedic and 3 English-speaking naturalist guides), this spacious ship promises fulfilling and life-enriching wildlife encounters, comprehensive gastronomy created by Pedro Miguel Schiaffino and unique eco-conscious facilities, setting a green example for every other Amazon river cruise vessel in the region.

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Peru Travel Information

Best Time To Travel

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Capital

Lima

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Time Difference

-6

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Currency

Nuevo Sol

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Voltage

220V

Climate

The climate in Peru varies considerably, region by region. Depending on what time of year you visit, Lima will either greet you with a dense curtain of mist or bask you in glorious rays of sunlight. Visit between the months of December and April and you can expect blue skies and radiant sunshine, whereas between May and October, prepare for a low, albeit majestic grey fog. The best time to visit Machu Picchu is May or October when it is milder at night and dry and sunny during the day (do avoid the month of February, when the Inca Trail is usually closed). The rainy season occurs from November to March.

Getting There

Flight Information
British Airways direct flight from London Gatwick to Lima.
Flight Time
From London Gatwick to Lima: 12 hours, 35 minutes.

Nature

The Andean Condor can be found in Colca Canyon, along with many other species of bird. If you’re a bird enthusiast, the opportunity to see this incredible animal take to the sky cannot be missed. With a wing span of over three metres, it holds the title of the largest raptor in the world. There are many other animals that can be seen in Peru such as, Humboldt Penguins, jaguars and Amazon River Dolphins.

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Cities

Lima and Cuzco are two of Peru’s most popular cities. Lima, the capital, boasts incredible 16th century architecture of such importance and historical value the city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city is also home to Circuito Mágico del Agua (The Magic Water Circuit), an array of colourful fountains, catapulting into the air in time to music and leaving an everlasting impression on those who witness it. Cuzco, another UNESCO World Heritage Site, is also full of history and beauty, and home to iconic Machu Picchu, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. It is also home to an array of museums, restaurants and markets, which only add to the city’s appeal. Both cities, in fact, offer incredible dining, with Peruvian cuisine easy to find and delicious to sample.

Cities
Cuisine

Peruvian cuisine is a melting pot of influences, including from the indigenous people, such as the Inca, along with immigrants from Europe, West Africa and Asia, with many dishes that are full of flavour and colour, such as Ceviche, Chupe de Camarones (Shrimp Cioppino) and Papas a la Huanciana (huancayo-style potatoes). Dining varies from gourmet-style to street food, each style underscored by authentic Peruvian flavours. In addition, there are various city markets, such as Mercado de Artesania in Plaza de Armas, selling fresh ingredients and dishes. The national drink of Peru is Pisco, and you’re sure to find the refreshing brandy at most restaurants.

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Machu Picchu

Well-known as one of the Seven Wonders of the World, Machu Picchu (‘Old Mountain’ in Quechua) is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that sits high above the Urubamba River and offers extraordinary views of the valley below. Said to have been created by the Inca as a secret ceremonial city, it leaves you in awe of the detail in the handcrafted stone that comes together to create the incredible structures. The site was rediscovered in 1911 by an American historian by the name of Hiram Bingham, who came across it by chance while looking for Vilcabamba.

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Lakes and Mountains

Peru is full of landmarks and lakes waiting to be explored. Colca Canyon is one of the world’s deepest and is home to over one-hundred species of birds, including the world’s largest flying bird, the Andean Condor. Capturing the sight of these amazing creatures in flight is an unforgettable experience. Lake Titikaka is South America’s largest freshwater lake and a sacred place for the Inca. It is reputedly where the first Inca king Manco Capac was born, as well as where the god Viracocha created the stars, sun and the first people. The mighty Amazon runs through the north east of Peru from Brazil, while the Sacred Valley is home to a collection of incredible Inca and Ollantaytambo ruins, which can be discovered on various excursions.

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Culture

To the Inca, death was an important aspect of life and the bodies and spirits of their ancestors were worshipped. Human sacrifices were common after or during important events and many mummified remains have been found on high mountain peaks. One of the most famous mummies is Juanita, and the 500-year-old ‘Inca Ice Maiden’ can be seen at the Andean Sanctuaries Museum, which is a fascinating experience. Convento de San Francisco (Saint Francis Monastery) is home to catacombs, where thousands of skulls and bones have been laid to rest, and is a must-see experience if you’re in Lima. Elsewhere, it is believed that Peru’s famous Nazca Lines were created to bring water to the surface to help with irrigation. The etched lines feature animals such as a whale, lizard, hummingbird, spider, monkey and a pelican. To get a true feel for the scale, see them from above on a helicopter or plane tour.

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