Flooded forest
Explore narrow channels beneath the canopy with a local guide, watching for birds, monkeys and river dolphins.
Americas · Peru & Brazil
Discover the Amazon
An Amazon river journey explores a network of tributaries, flooded forests and riverside communities. Small expedition vessels venture beyond the main channel, with naturalist-led outings by smaller boats. Cruises in Peru and Brazil cover different stretches of the basin, so the embarkation point matters as much as the river name.
Cruise routes
Peruvian itineraries commonly embark near Iquitos or Nauta and explore the Marañón and Ucayali tributaries. Brazilian journeys may start around Manaus and follow the Rio Negro or nearby waterways. These are separate cruise regions, not one continuous itinerary.
Shore highlights
Riverside communities
Learn about daily life along the river through locally arranged visits that respect community preferences.
Naturalist outings
Early departures and evening excursions reveal different sides of the rainforest, depending on weather and water levels.
When to travel
River levels shape the experience throughout the year. Higher water allows boat access deeper into flooded forests; lower water can open more walking opportunities. Rain is possible in every season, and wildlife sightings are never guaranteed.
Planning your journey
Check the embarkation port, included excursions, walking requirements and transfer arrangements for your chosen itinerary. Entry requirements depend on your nationality and every country visited. River levels and local conditions may change the sailing programme.
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