Aqua Expeditions

Daily Itinerary

1. Day 1

   Iquitos

   Peru

   

   Iquitos, the world’s largest city unreachable by road, sits on the Peruvian Amazon amid rubber-boom mansions and serves as the gateway to some of Earth’s most biodiverse rainforest. Must-dos include exploring Pacaya-Samiria’s flooded forests for pink dolphins, browsing the Belén market’s Amazonian ingredients, and tasting paiche ceviche. Visit June through October for low-water wildlife concentration, or December through May for canoe exploration of the flooded forest.

2. Day 1

   Nauta, Peru

   Peru

   

   Nauta, Peru, delivers South America's irresistible combination of dramatic landscapes, vibrant culture, and extraordinary biodiversity. Essential experiences include exploring local markets, tasting the distinctive regional cuisine, and venturing into the surrounding natural environments. Best visited year-round, though the drier months from May to October tend to offer the most comfortable conditions. Cruise lines including Uniworld River Cruises feature this port on their most compelling itineraries. Whether you have a few hours or a full day, the port rewards exploration at every pace and in every direction.

3. Day 1

   At Sea

   

4. Day 2

   Ucayali River

   Peru

   

   The Ucayali River is a major Amazon headwater in Peru, flowing through pristine rainforest inhabited by pink river dolphins, giant otters, and the artistically sophisticated Shipibo-Conibo people. Must-dos include skiff excursions through flooded forest canopy, tasting Amazonian dishes like juane and paiche, and exploring Shipibo art and culture. High-water season (December-May) offers canopy navigation, while low-water (June-November) concentrates wildlife.

5. Day 2

   Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve

   Peru

   

6. Day 2

   Dorado Lake

   Peru

   

7. Day 3

   Ucayali River

   Peru

   

   The Ucayali River is a major Amazon headwater in Peru, flowing through pristine rainforest inhabited by pink river dolphins, giant otters, and the artistically sophisticated Shipibo-Conibo people. Must-dos include skiff excursions through flooded forest canopy, tasting Amazonian dishes like juane and paiche, and exploring Shipibo art and culture. High-water season (December-May) offers canopy navigation, while low-water (June-November) concentrates wildlife.

8. Day 3

   Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve

   Peru

   

9. Day 3

   Puinahua River

   Peru

   

10. Day 4

    Iquitos

    Peru

    

    Iquitos, the world’s largest city unreachable by road, sits on the Peruvian Amazon amid rubber-boom mansions and serves as the gateway to some of Earth’s most biodiverse rainforest. Must-dos include exploring Pacaya-Samiria’s flooded forests for pink dolphins, browsing the Belén market’s Amazonian ingredients, and tasting paiche ceviche. Visit June through October for low-water wildlife concentration, or December through May for canoe exploration of the flooded forest.

11. Day 4

    Ucayali River

    Peru

    

    The Ucayali River is a major Amazon headwater in Peru, flowing through pristine rainforest inhabited by pink river dolphins, giant otters, and the artistically sophisticated Shipibo-Conibo people. Must-dos include skiff excursions through flooded forest canopy, tasting Amazonian dishes like juane and paiche, and exploring Shipibo art and culture. High-water season (December-May) offers canopy navigation, while low-water (June-November) concentrates wildlife.

12. Day 4

    Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve

    Peru

    

13. Day 5

    Nauta, Peru

    Peru

    

    Nauta, Peru, delivers South America's irresistible combination of dramatic landscapes, vibrant culture, and extraordinary biodiversity. Essential experiences include exploring local markets, tasting the distinctive regional cuisine, and venturing into the surrounding natural environments. Best visited year-round, though the drier months from May to October tend to offer the most comfortable conditions. Cruise lines including Uniworld River Cruises feature this port on their most compelling itineraries. Whether you have a few hours or a full day, the port rewards exploration at every pace and in every direction.

14. Day 5

    Iquitos

    Peru

    

    Iquitos, the world’s largest city unreachable by road, sits on the Peruvian Amazon amid rubber-boom mansions and serves as the gateway to some of Earth’s most biodiverse rainforest. Must-dos include exploring Pacaya-Samiria’s flooded forests for pink dolphins, browsing the Belén market’s Amazonian ingredients, and tasting paiche ceviche. Visit June through October for low-water wildlife concentration, or December through May for canoe exploration of the flooded forest.

Cabin Categories

Suite

Suite

250 sq ftMax 2S

All Suites have floor-to-ceiling windows and are 250sq ft - 23.2 sq m.

King or Twin ConfigurationShowerToiletries ProvidedHair DryerLounge AreaVanity Area+6

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Suite

Suite

250 sq ftMax 2SUITE

<p>Suite (250 sq ft - 23.2 sq m)</p><p>Note that amenities may differ from those of a Uniworld company-owned ship.</p>

King or Twin ConfigurationShowerToiletries ProvidedHair DryerLounge AreaVanity Area+4

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Suite A

Suite

250 sq ftMax 2SUITEA

<p>Suite (250 sq ft - 23.2 sq m)</p><p>Note that amenities may differ from those of a Uniworld company-owned ship.</p><p><b>This category is only available on 2027 &amp; 2028 sailings.</b></p>

King or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaVanity AreaShowerToiletries ProvidedTV+4

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Suite B

Suite

250 sq ftMax 2SUITEB

<p>Suite (250 sq ft - 23.2 sq m)</p><p>Note that amenities may differ from those of a Uniworld company-owned ship.</p><p><b>This category is only available on 2027 &amp; 2028 sailings.</b></p>

King or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaVanity AreaShowerToiletries ProvidedTV+4

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