Aboard the Amazon's top luxury Amazon cruises, you will enjoy high quality service and guided tours to see colorful tropical birds, flowers and numerous Amazon Rainforest monkeys.
You will explore the waterways with your highly trained naturalist guide. Your guide will be pointing out colorful birds, giant Amazon lilies, river dolphins and many other Amazon sights.
And after your exciting excursions, you will return to your comfortable vessel. You will then enjoy gourmet cuisine and luxurious comfort while discussing your finds and experiences.
We will focus on two of the best locations for an Amazon Cruise. These are Iquitos in northern Peru and El Coca in Ecuador.
Iquitos is the largest city in the world unreachable by road and is on a tributary of the Peruvian Amazon River called the Itaya.
El Coca is the other name of Puerto Francisco de Orellana and sits on an Amazon tributary called the Napo River in Ecuador.
Both of these river cities are your gateways to incredible areas of the Amazon Rainforest.
This western section of Amazonia contains the most abundant and diverse animals and plants, making it an ideal place to surround yourself with nature, escaping the stresses and routine of a busy life.
From Iquitos, you will explore the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, the forest of mirrors. And from El Coca, you will head into the famous Yasuni National Park, a region that has broken world records for biodiversity.
Enjoy luxury cruises into these diverse protected areas, which are both home to a fantastic assortment of the Amazon Rainforest's animals and plants. You can find enigmatic toucans, pink dolphins, macaw parrots, curious sloths, and rarely sighted Jaguar.
The Delfin I Luxury Cruise
First, we will mention the cruise in the leading photograph, the luxury Delfin I from Iquitos, Peru. This cruise is the epitome of personal and exclusive luxury on the Amazon River. When you return home, you will be the envy of your friends when you share photos and stories of your luxurious adventure.
Providing world-class hospitality and luxurious comfort as your Amazon base, you will enjoy panoramic terraces and floor-to-ceiling windows to watch pristine rainforest pass your suite. Cabin service is provided 3-times each day to make sure you have everything to keep you comfortable.
Click the video below for a quick introduction to the Delfin I.
The two Deluxe Master Suites measure 360 square feet, have walls of panoramic windows, a whirlpool, and king size bed (or separate twin beds). The Master Suites are located on the Delfin I’s second deck and feature all the same amenities without the private whirlpool.
The observation deck is one of the Delfin I’s signatures. Here you will find a casual and elegant setting with luxury and comfort in the form of large soft sofas. This creates a very comfortable area to enjoy a breathtaking amazon landscape. You can also relax with a drink to enjoy the constellations when evening comes. The lack of light pollution means this is one of the world’s best places to see the Milky Way.
With only four spacious suites, space aboard this floating boutique luxury hotel is at a premium. We recommend sending your request at least 6 months before your travel dates to make sure you don’t miss out.
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4, 5 daysThe Delfin I
Iquitos, PeruOffering an on-board experience second to none, the Delfin I Luxury Cruise begins in Iquitos, north Peru, and takes you on a cruise of the flooded tro...
- Luxury Cruise, Pacaya Samiria
From $ 5,000
/ person
The Manatee Amazon Cruise
Inspiring nature lovers for centuries, you will discover the wonder of the Amazon Rainforest aboard the Manatee Amazon Cruise from El Coca, Ecuador. Immerse yourself in the enchanting Yasuni National Park, where a world of vibrant and diverse wildlife awaits. On excursions from the vessel, you will be captivated by the sight of colorful parrots flocking to the Yasuni clay lick and the playful antics of curious monkeys as you explore the forest. As you venture deeper into the lush rainforest, you will encounter diverse animals and plants. You will also ascend a towering canopy tower, which reaches 50 meters into the canopy. From here, you can enjoy breathtaking views and glimpses of toucans and other exotic birds.
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With the Manatee, you can choose 3, 4 and 7 night itineraries depending on your time available. Each offers you a variety of activities to suit your preferences. Enjoy guided rainforest walks, kayaking adventures, skiff expeditions and night tours to experience Amazonia under the moonlight. The Manatee Amazon Cruise provides a high level of comfort and luxury. Unwind in one of the 14 modern cabins, equipped with air conditioning, cozy beds, and private bathrooms boasting indulgent massage showers. Your suite ensures a seamless experience, offering 24-hour electricity, hot and cold water, and convenient 110-voltage outlets. This provides you a comfortable base to return to after your day exploring the rainforest, animals and scenery.
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4, 5, 8 daysThe Manatee Amazon Cruise
El Coca, EcuadorThe Manatee Amazon River Cruise is a fantastic cruise for adventures into the wonderful Yasuni National Park, one of the world’s richest areas for ani...
- Deluxe Amazon Cruise
From $ 3,016
/ personThe Delfin III Cruise
Custom built for this incredible environment, the Delfin III Cruise provides a fantastic luxury cruise from Iquitos, Peru. It has also been a top choice for those looking for single occupancy with its specific suites. There are a range of suites on offer, including the Regular Suites, the large and comfortable Corner Suites, and the Owner’s Suite, which is the most luxurious on the vessel and provides incredible forward facing views.
From the The Delfin III Cruise, you will head into the rainforest on expertly guided forest walks and skiff expeditions. You will enjoy incredible wildlife encounters before returning to the comfort of the vessel for delicious cuisine.
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4, 5 daysThe Delfin III
Iquitos, PeruThe Delfin III provides a luxury cruise of the Amazon River. The vessel features hardwood floors, designer furniture and is dotted with handmade P...
- Luxury Cruise, Pacaya Samiria
From $ 3,800
/ personThe Anakonda Amazon Cruise
The sister vessel of the Manatee above, the Anakonda Amazon Cruise is a slightly larger ship and offers you a luxury cruise of Ecuador’s Amazon River.
This meticulously designed cruise guarantees a high-quality adventure. With its large panoramic windows, spacious cabins boasting private balconies, Jacuzzi, and comfortable beds, you have an inviting and relaxing atmosphere to return to after your guided tours.
Embark on exciting rainforest activities such as wildlife spotting, visits to parrot and parakeet clay licks, canopy tower excursions, guided walks and explorations of the waterways on skiff expeditions. The al fresco lounge, solarium, and outdoor Jacuzzi offer ideal spots to unwind after exploring the captivating Amazon Rainforest. Delight in the cruise's exquisite dining room, offering breathtaking rainforest views and a culinary journey featuring both Ecuadorian specialties and international favorites. After excursions, relax in your suite or indulge in the cruise spa treatments. For an added touch of adventure, you can aslo consider glamping—a unique camping experience with deluxe tents, gourmet meals, champagne, and hot showers. The Anakonda Amazon Cruise prides itself on responsible tourism practices, engaging local communities, and minimizing environmental impact, holding certifications from Rainforest Alliance and Smart Voyager.
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4, 5, 8 daysThe Anakonda Amazon Cruise
El Coca, EcuadorThe Anakonda Amazon Cruise provides an immersive and unique experience of the Amazon Rainforest. Enjoy large and comfortable beds, a spa room, outdoo...
- Deluxe Amazon Cruise
From $ 2,995
/ personThe Luxury Delfin II Cruise
The Luxury Delfin II Amazon Cruise offers 14 large guest rooms. These include elegant and spacious Master Suites and luxury Suites. Note that 4 of these can be interconnected to accommodate families. The Master Suites offer 180° panoramic windows and king sized beds with a bed spread of 100% 280-thread Peruvian cotton creating a silk-like feeling of comfort.
The observation deck aboard the Delfin II Amazon Cruise comes with welcoming and comfortable sofas to relax sipping on a cocktail and watching the rainforest go by.
The excursions aboard the Delfin II Amazon Cruise mirror the Delfin I. Enjoy walking tours into the rainforest to spot different and interesting animals and plants, small-boat skiffs to see the waterways and birds, and kayaking adventures for a slower and calmer way of observing wildlife.
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4, 5 daysThe Delfin II
Iquitos, PeruThe Delfin II Luxury Amazon Cruise begins near Iquitos from the small town of Nauta. You will be transported in our comfortable coach from Iquitos air...
- Luxury Cruise, Pacaya Samiria
From $ 3,800
/ person
Dining Experience
Your meals aboard the cruises are part of the experience. Peruvian cuisine especially is widely considered one of the world’s finest. However, Ecuador also offers tantalizing delights. And the dining experiences available reflect a merging history of cultural diversity.
One of the favorite experiences aboard luxury Amazon cruises is gourmet dining inspired by the rainforest. The food prepared is usually a diverse menu offering regionally inspired dishes from locally sourced produce, including sauces and desserts from Amazon fruits. This is then accompanied by fine wines or a selection of beverages from the cruise bar.
All of the featured cruises pride themselves on hiring the top guides, chefs and staff to make sure your experience of the Amazon Rainforest is one of the fondest memories you will have. We hope this article has been useful and you are looking forward to exploring one of the most diverse sections of the Amazon in luxury.
The Top Luxury Amazon Cruises - Summary
And here is our selection of the top Amazon cruises for a luxury experience:
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4, 5 days
The Delfin I
Iquitos, PeruOffering an on-board experience second to none, the Delfin I Luxury Cruise begins in Iquitos, north Peru, and takes you on a cruise of the flooded tro...
- Luxury Cruise, Pacaya Samiria
From $ 5,000
/ person -
4, 5, 8 days
The Manatee Amazon Cruise
El Coca, EcuadorThe Manatee Amazon River Cruise is a fantastic cruise for adventures into the wonderful Yasuni National Park, one of the world’s richest areas for ani...
- Deluxe Amazon Cruise
From $ 3,016
/ person -
4, 5 days
The Delfin III
Iquitos, PeruThe Delfin III provides a luxury cruise of the Amazon River. The vessel features hardwood floors, designer furniture and is dotted with handmade P...
- Luxury Cruise, Pacaya Samiria
From $ 3,800
/ person -
4, 5, 8 days
The Anakonda Amazon Cruise
El Coca, EcuadorThe Anakonda Amazon Cruise provides an immersive and unique experience of the Amazon Rainforest. Enjoy large and comfortable beds, a spa room, outdoo...
- Deluxe Amazon Cruise
From $ 2,995
/ person -
4, 5 days
The Delfin II
Iquitos, PeruThe Delfin II Luxury Amazon Cruise begins near Iquitos from the small town of Nauta. You will be transported in our comfortable coach from Iquitos air...
- Luxury Cruise, Pacaya Samiria
From $ 3,800
/ person
Ash Card
Tour Advisor @TourTheTropicsAsh Card is a frequent visitor to the Tropics and has a passion for helping visitors get the best experiences from tropical locations. Ash is a contributor and tour advisor at TourTheTropics.com. Feel free to contact Ash for tour help in the tropics. When not helping tourists with tours and info, Ash can be found traveling, on wildlife tours or salsa dancing. Ash has completed a BSc in Biology, a Master’s degree in Zoology, and has undertaken a research scholarship at a world-class university on animal behavior. He has published scientific research in the Australian Journal of Zoology and the Journal of Behavioral Ecology. His goal is to help a global society live in balance with the natural world.
