AQUA NERA
7 Nights – low water
(June to October | Saturday – Saturday )
Nauta (IQI) to Nauta(IQT)
Luxury Deep Amazon Expedition in Peru
Embark on the ultimate rainforest journey aboard the Aqua Expeditions flagship, the Aqua Nera, on an immersive 7-night low water Amazon cruise. This extended expedition is designed for travelers seeking the most comprehensive exploration of Peru’s Pacaya Samiria National Reserve during the dry season, when river levels reveal hidden beaches, wildlife trails, and intimate jungle landscapes.
Low water season offers exceptional wildlife encounters and deeper access into remote tributaries, making this the most rewarding time for photographers, nature lovers, and seasoned explorers.
Why Choose the 7-Night Low Water Expedition
This itinerary combines the highlights of shorter voyages with additional days to explore lesser-visited areas of the Amazon.
Guests can expect:
- Daily guided excursions led by expert naturalists
- Skiff explorations through narrow creeks and lagoons
- Jungle walks to discover medicinal plants and wildlife habitats
- Birdwatching in one of the world’s most biodiverse regions
- Visits to remote riverside communities
- Opportunities to spot pink dolphins, sloths, monkeys, and rare birds
With more time on the river, guests gain a deeper understanding of Amazonian ecosystems, cultures, and conservation efforts.
Who This Journey Is Perfect For
The 7-night low water cruise is ideal for:
- Travelers seeking the most complete Amazon experience
- Wildlife enthusiasts and photographers
- Couples celebrating milestone trips
- Luxury travelers wanting adventure without sacrificing comfort
- Repeat Amazon visitors wanting deeper exploration
A Once-in-a-Lifetime Amazon Experience
A 7-night expedition aboard Aqua Nera offers the most immersive way to explore the Peruvian Amazon in comfort and style. With extended time in the reserve, expert guides, exceptional cuisine, and world-class service, this voyage transforms exploration into an unforgettable journey.
Itineraries
Low Water Itinerary - June to October
High Water Itinenray - November to May
Saturday - Saturday
Route Map
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Day 1 Saturday:
IQUITOS / NAUTA / EMBARKATION / MARAÑON RIVER
After arriving on a noon flight*, receive a warm welcome at Iquitos International Airport by our crew. Board our private transfer to downtown Iquitos for a city tour and welcome lunch. Next, we head to Nauta port to board Aqua Nera.
Settle into your generously sized suite as you begin one of life’s greatest adventures. Following an introduction from our naturalist guides and a routine safety drill, gather at the restaurant for the first of many Amazonian cuisine experiences created by Aqua Nera's renowned consulting chef, Pedro Miguel Schiaffino.
Notes
- Recommended Flights: LATAM LA2019 (LIM to IQT) *
- Embarkation Time: 5:30pm
- Inclusions: Dinner
- Group transfer between airport and port if booked on our recommended flights.
*Separate arrangements can be made for morning arrivals.
Day 2 Sunday
AMAZONAS RIVER / TAHUAYO RIVER
Head out at sunrise for a birdwatching session along the Amazonas River. After breakfast, embark on a skiff excursion from the Amazon River to one of its tributaries, Tahuayo. Learn about the region from our expert naturalist guides and go fishing for Amazonia’s notorious piranhas. As the sun sets, head out for an evening excursion in search of wildlife, capped off by a stargazing session.
- Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3 Monday
CLAVERO LAKE / UCAYALI RIVER
Discover the magnificent black waters of Clavero Lake and pay a visit to the communities which live on its banks. Go kayaking, canoeing, or swimming before returning onboard for a sumptuous lunch. In the afternoon, head out for a short jungle walk in the San Jose de Paranapura forest, where you’ll be able to see the famous giant water lilies.
- Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4 Tuesday
NAUTA TOWN / VILLAGE VISIT / BIRTHPLACE OF THE AMAZON
In the morning, take a guided visit to the local market. Marvel at the regional produce of the Peruvian Amazon and sample exotic snacks if you wish. After breakfast, visit a group of Amazonian artisans and learn the art of weaving palm fibers, as traditionally done in the Peruvian Amazon.
In the afternoon, visit a beekeeper in the community on San Francisco before heading out on skiffs to witness one of the great spectacles of the Southern Hemisphere, the birthplace of the Amazon River. At nightfall, meet the new passengers boarding Aqua Nera for the next four nights.
- Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5 Wednesday
MARAÑON RIVER / YANAYACU PUCATE RIVER
Rise with the sun for an early morning birdwatching session along the Marañon River. After breakfast, head out for a morning wildlife excursion with a possibility to see sloths, great egrets, parrots, and Taricaya turtles. Later, we explore the Yanayacu Pucate River and go fishing for Amazonia’s notorious piranhas. Next, enjoy biking through the natural landscapes along the riverbanks in the Pacaya Samiria Reserve. After lunch, tap into your spirituality if you'd like, under guidance from a Kukama Kukamiria healer with expertise in connecting with nature. Finally, head out on skiffs again after dinner to cruise along the Yanayaquillo River for stargazing and searching for nocturnal wildlife.
- Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6 Thursday
SAMIRIA RIVER / PACAYA SAMIRIA NATIONAL RESERVE
The rewards for our early start today are plentiful: a full day excursion including a picnic lunch orchestrated to the tune of the jungle symphony, fishing along the black waters of the Samiria River, and an option to go canoeing, kayaking, swimming, or on a jungle walk inside the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve. On the way back to the Marañon River after lunch, we venture out by skiff keeping an eye out for pink river dolphins.
- Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7 Friday:
PUERTO PRADO / AMAZON RIVER
As the day begins, embark on a morning wildlife excursion on the Pahuachiro River. After breakfast, visit Puerto Prado Village where there’ll be an opportunity to ride a bike all the way to Santa Cruz Village along the riverbank. You could also visit an experienced beekeeper in the community of San Francisco.
In the afternoon, head out for a boat ride to the majestic Amazon River. Before dinner, meet the incredible crew who’ve been working behind the scenes to ensure your exceptional experience aboard Aqua Nera.
- Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8 Saturday:
NAUTA TOWN – MANATEE RESCUE CENTRE – TRANSFER TO THE AIRPORT
In the morning, take a guided visit to the local market. Marvel at the regional produce of the Peruvian Amazon and sample exotic snacks if you wish.
Return to Aqua Nera for breakfast and to pack up. Before saying goodbye, we will visit the Manatee Rescue Center, a sanctuary for orphaned Amazonian manatees to rehabilitate before their release back into the wild.
- Inclusions: Breakfast
- Disembarkation Time: 9:00am
- Group transfer between airport and port if booked on our recommended flights
- Recommended Flights: LATAM LA2038 (IQT to LIM) *
Note: All itineraries are subject to change, due to weather and other conditions.
*Please reach out to our reservations team for recommended arrival and departure times. Flight arrangements and timings are subject to change at the carrier’s discretion.
| Price per person in USD in double occupancy | 2026 | 2027 |
| First Deck Design Suite | $ 11340 | $ 11,900 |
| Second Deck Design Suite | $ 12,110 | $ 12,740 |
| High season, Departures from 20 Dec | ||
| First Deck Design Suite | $ 12,460 | $ 13,090 |
| Second Deck Design Suite | $ 13,300 | $ 14,010 |
- High Season: Christmas to New Year’s Eve.
- All rates listed are per person based on double occupancy.
- 20 Design Suites with king or twin bed.
- Interconnecting suites and family suites available.
- Design Suites all have river facing panoramic windows.
- Capacity: 40 Passengers.
- Child under 12 years old will receive a 20% discount.
- Third person sleeping on sofa bed willreceive a 20% discount.
- Third person under 12 years old sleeping on sofa bed pays USD550 per night.
- Single Supplement – 25% in addition to the adult rate.
- All meals while onboard.
- Beverages Selected premium wines and beer, non - alcoholic drinks.
- All excursions.
- Group transfers to/from vessel when travelling on recommended flights.
- Pacaya Samiria entrance fee.
- Laundry.
- Complimentary access to high - speed WiFi.
- NOTES 5 year age minimum