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Discover the glorious beauty of South America on a river cruise with Adventure Life in 2025. With a variety of 44 river cruises available, ranging from $1,480 to $1,480 to $13,475, you can sail through lush rainforests, vibrant cities, and remote villages, immersing yourself in the rich cultural tapestry of the continent. Navigate through the mighty Amazon River, witnessing diverse wildlife in their natural habitats and exploring hidden archaeological sites along the way. Discover local markets, enjoy food & wine tastings, and partake in thrilling jungle treks, all while enjoying the luxury of small ship cruises. From wildlife viewing to village visits, the adventures are endless. Join us on a trip to South America and contact one of our award-winning river cruise experts for help planning your next seamless trip.
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A pair of macaws in the Amazon
$5,690
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Authentic Amazon

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/V Anakonda
  • Enjoy exploratory canoe trips
  • Visit the Parrot Clay Licks
  • Kayak though the Indillama River
  • Learn from Kichwa women
Activities:
Kayaking, Rainforest Exploration, River Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Discover the wonderful flora and rich wildlife of the Amazon Basin on this 8-day expedition cruise aboard the M/V Anakonda. Explore the Yasuni, Ecuador’s largest National Park, a wild and untamed realm in the heart of the Ecuadorian Rainforest. Kayak along black waters escorted by otters and …
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River in the Amazon Rainforest
$1,920
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Amazon Journey via Ucayali River

4 Day Itinerary aboard La Perla
  • See pink and grey dolphins play
  • Visit the birth place of the Amazon
  • Meet and visit with locals
Starts / Ends:
Iquitos / Nauta
Activities:
Rainforest Exploration, River Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Join La Perla on this 4-day journey down the Amazon River! This great adventure is designed for those nature lovers who do not have much time to travel. Your journey offers a worthy view of life in the Amazon jungle, including piranha fishing, wildlife spotting, visit local villages, and …
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Tree frog spotted in the Amazon
$4,725
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Luxury Amazon Discovery - High Water

4 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Nera
  • Visit the Manatee Rescue Center
  • Journey through Jungle of Mirrors
  • Discover the town of Nauta
Starts / Ends:
Iquitos / Nauta
Activities:
Fishing, Kayaking, Local Market Visits, Rainforest Exploration, River Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Join the Aqua Nera in the remote colonial city of Iquitos, Peru for this 4-day luxury Amazon River Cruise. Journey along the Ucayali River, the Amazon’s largest tributary, as well as other neighboring rivers (the Yarapa and Dorado), each one rich in vibrant wildlife and thriving rainforests. …
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Canoe up the Amazon on your small ship cruise
$6,000
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Amazon Encounter

5 Day Itinerary aboard Delfin Amazon Cruises
  • Explore the Marañon & Ucayali River
  • Canoe Tawampa Lake
  • Swim with Amazon dolphins
Activities:
Fishing, Kayaking, Local Market Visits, Rainforest Exploration, River Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Sail the legendary Amazon river on this 5-day luxury cruise aboard the Delfin. Encounter the local and remote villages that line the river and search for the mysterious pink river dolphin which lives between its shores. This Amazon cruise treats travelers to an exciting journey on South …
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Llama at Machu Picchu ruins
$9,803
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Wild Peru Escape: Amazon & Machu Picchu

9 Day Itinerary aboard Delfin II
  • Explore with indigenous guides
  • Skiff or walk thru the rainforest
  • Make personal kayak explorations
  • Discover a profusion of wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Lima / Nauta
Activities:
Kayaking, Rainforest Exploration, River Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Join the luxurious Delfin II to discover the pristine upper reaches of the legendary Amazon on this 9-day voyage. There seems to be a pulse to the Amazon - a kind of undercurrent. Spend unforgettable days in a seldom-seen, cathedral of green, along inky waters that at once relax and invigorate. …
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Red scarlet macaw in flight
$4,920
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Luxury Amazon Discovery - Low Water

4 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Nera
  • Visit the Manatee Rescue Center
  • Journey through Jungle of Mirrors
  • Discover the town of Nauta
Starts / Ends:
Iquitos / Nauta
Activities:
Fishing, Kayaking, Local Market Visits, Rainforest Exploration, River Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Join the Aqua Nera in the remote colonial city of Iquitos, Peru for this 4-day luxury Amazon River Cruise. Journey along the Ucayali River, the Amazon’s largest tributary, as well as other neighboring rivers (the Yarapa and Dorado), each one rich in vibrant wildlife and thriving rainforests. …
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Village by a River Bank in the Peruvian Amazon
$9,450
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Exploring the Upper Amazon

8 Day Itinerary aboard Crucero Amazonas
  • View the headwaters of the Amazon
  • Sail the black waters of the Yarapa
  • Explore Nauta the Forest of Mirrors
  • See the biodiversity of Las Palmas
  • Enjoy guided activities onboard
Starts / Ends:
Iquitos / Iquitos
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Cooking Classes, Local Market Visits, Rainforest Exploration, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on this 8-day Peruvian Amazon cruise ship, Crucero Amazonas, a luxury Amazon River cruise ship departing from the Amazon port town of Iquitos. You will navigate the Yarapa River to see a variety of birds. Go to Puerto Miguel and explore the Nauta Cano and Las Palmas, encircled by …
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Explore the Amazon by kayak
$5,690
EBD
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Ultimate Amazon

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/V Anakonda
  • Admire the rainforest landscape
  • Meet the legendary pink dolphin
  • Visit an observation tower
  • Tour the Limoncocha Reserve
Activities:
Kayaking, Rainforest Exploration, River Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
This fascinating 8-day itinerary takes you to the hearth of the Ecuadorian Rainforest, a unique ecosystem filled with an incredible biodiversity. This once-in-a-lifetime adventure provides many close encounters with the teaming wildlife of the Yasuni, the largest of Ecuador's continental …
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Pink Dolphins swimming in the Amazon River
$4,585
EBD
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Amazon Discoveries: Search for the Pink Dolphin

8 Day Itinerary aboard Manatee
  • Watch for the pink river dolphin
  • Interact with local school children
  • Visit a flooded ecosystem by canoe
  • View the Amazon Basin from above
Activities:
Kayaking, Rainforest Exploration, River Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Experience the Amazon's unique ecosystem and incredible biodiversity first hand! Board the Manatee for an 8-day adventure that begins and ends in Coca. Your journey includes the chance to see the famous pink river dolphin, visit local communities, kayak, watch for wildlife, and much more.
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Enjoy a sightseeing trip in a canoe.
$2,550
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Into the Wild Amazon

5 Day Itinerary aboard Tucano
  • Tour through the flooded forest
  • Learn traditions of local people
  • Watch for caiman, sloths and birds
Activities:
Fishing, Kayaking, Rainforest Exploration, River Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
This compact Amazon cruise is especially good for travelers who do not have much time to travel in the Amazon, but would still like to experience the essence of Amazon wildlife and culture. Though brief, this cruise offers an authentic experience and one where travelers can capture the spirit of …
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$2,015
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Negro River Cruise

Roundtrip Ponta Negra, Manaus - 4 Day Itinerary aboard MV Premium
  • Discover wildlife
  • Explore Anavilhanas National Park
  • Discover Meeting of the Waters
Starts / Ends:
Manaus / Manaus
Activities:
Fishing, Rainforest Exploration, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Come and discover the wildlife on this 4-day Negro River cruise aboard the Amazon Clipper. You'll see all sorts of creatures in their natural habitats, and you'll have plenty of opportunities to explore the side trips included. Embark in upstream Rio Negro and explore creeks in canoes and …
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Sunset over the still waters of the Amazon
$10,920
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Luxury Amazon Expeditions Cruise - Low Water

Nauta-Nauta - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Nera
  • Experience birdwatching
  • Discover some products
  • Visit some villages
  • Enjoy Swimming and kayaking
Starts / Ends:
Nauta / Nauta
Activities:
Kayaking, Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
This is an 8-day Amazon Cruise exploration from Nauta to Nauta and enjoys your village and local market visits. Start your journey in Nauta and experience morning birdwatching along the Marañon River, kayak in the Yanayacu-Pucate River and look out for Amazon’s legendary pink river …
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Admire the strange beauty of the Amazon
$2,845
EBD
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Amazon Exploration

4 Day Itinerary aboard M/V Anakonda
  • Explore Amazon on a motorized canoe
  • Kayak and swim in Piranha Lake
  • Observe parrots and Amazon birds
  • Learn the Amazonian culture
Activities:
Rainforest Exploration, River Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Explore the Ecuadorian Amazon on this 4-day cruise aboard the M/V Anakonda. Sail along the Napo River, taking in the rich biodiversity. Visit Pañacocha Lake, a pristine black-water ecosystem home to piranhas, caimans, and various bird species. Canoe through the Pañayacu River delta …
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A lovely reflection off the Amazon River
$6,560
Savings
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Luxury Amazon Explorer - Low Water

5 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Nera
  • Explore the black water river
  • Watch the famous pink dolphins
  • Fish for ferocious piranhas
Starts / Ends:
Nauta / Nauta
Activities:
Fishing, Kayaking, Local Market Visits, Rainforest Exploration, River Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on this 5-day luxury cruise aboard the Aqua Nera. Begin in the remote colonial city of Iquitos, Peru, and voyage into the Amazon rainforest. Go piranha fishing, trek into the dense jungle in search of Amazon monkeys, watch pink dolphins at play, and enjoy guided tours of Pacaya-Samiria …
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Amazonian landscape during a boat trip trough the pristine river
$5,000
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Voyage on the Amazon

5 Day Itinerary aboard Crucero Amazonas
  • See the historical town of Orellana
  • See monkeys in Rescue center
  • Discover the Yagua community
  • Visit wildlife in Manatee Center
Starts / Ends:
Iquitos / Iquitos
Activities:
Cooking Classes, Fishing, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an unforgettable 5-day adventure aboard the luxury ship Crucero Amazonas, exploring the breathtaking Amazon River and its lush, vibrant rainforest. Experience unparalleled comfort and elegance as you sail through the heart of the Amazon, with spacious cabins, gourmet dining, and …
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Two kayakers making their way down the Amazon River.
$4,585
EBD
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Exploring the Amazon Rainforest

8 Day Itinerary aboard Manatee
  • Explore the banks of the Napo River
  • Seek out pink river dolphins
  • Learn from Kichwa women
  • Visit a local school
Starts / Ends:
Quito / Quito
Activities:
Kayaking, Rainforest Exploration, River Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
This 8-day journey takes you into the endless heart of the Ecuadorian Rainforest, which extends its fabulous prism of life throughout the Amazon Basin. This inspiring adventure provides many unexpected, astonishing encounters with the teaming wildlife of the Yasuni, the largest of Ecuador's …
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View of a small village in the Amazon rain forest on the shore of the Yanayacu River in Peru
$3,750
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Amazon River Experience

4 Day Itinerary aboard Crucero Amazonas
  • Engage with the Yagua community
  • Visit the Manatee Rescue Center
  • See monkeys in the rescue center
Starts / Ends:
Iquitos / Iquitos
Activities:
Cooking Classes, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a thrilling 4-day adventure aboard the luxury ship Crucero Amazonas, exploring the heart of the Amazon rainforest and the Amazon River. Sail through the heart of the Amazon and enjoy unmatched luxury and comfort, complete with roomy cabins, fine dining, and top-notch service. Experience …
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Saki Monkey in the Amazon
$3,600
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Amazon Journey via Ucayali River - High Water Season

4 Day Itinerary aboard Zafiro
  • Visit the Mirrored Forest
  • See pink and grey dolphins play
  • Explore the black water streams
Starts / Ends:
Iquitos / Nauta
Activities:
Kayaking, Rainforest Exploration, River Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
This 4-day journey down the Amazon River aboard Zafiro is a great adventure designed for those nature lovers who do not have much time to travel. Your journey offers an unforgettable view of life in the Amazon jungle, including piranha fishing, wildlife spotting, local village visits, and …
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