Amazon Wildlife

An Enchanting Variety of Species

What Other Travelers are Saying...

“The Delfin crew took great care of me. They had a paramedic that went on every walk with me and assisted me to make the trek. I am proud to say I participated in every outing and this was only possible because of the commitment of the staff. The cruise itself was beautiful and every staff member made our journey memorable. If you are considering this cruise, I would highly recommend it. You will not be disappointed.”

21/06/2018

Terry Quarles

“Our days on the Delphin III were the best vacation of our lives. The staff was exceptionally good across all the areas. The excursions were like stepping into a nature documentary. Truly amazing all around!”

27/03/2018

Terry Mc Tigue

“I can’t say enough positive about the Delfin experience. All the staff were friendly, professional, and tried to learn everyone’s names. They made me feel special within just 3 days. The walking tour on land was amazing, with seeing lizards, birds, spiders, frogs, and even a beautiful large boa snake. Please bring school supplies to donate to the indigenous people in the villages. Visiting 1 of these villages was the highlight for me.”

07/11/2018

Laurie Persh

YOUR PERUVIAN AMAZON ADVENTURE STARTS HERE

Inhabiting the largest tropical rainforest on planet Earth, it is believed that Amazon wildlife accounts for a third of the world’s species of plants and animals. From slithery reptiles to endangered flora and fauna, there is no doubt that Amazonian wildlife is as varied as it is exotic, making for a unique experience for all who plan to step foot within Iquitos, Peru. And to make sure you don’t miss out on experiencing its wide array of biodiversity, take part in a tactfully planned luxury river cruise with Delfin Amazon Cruises. With Delfin, you will be in the good hands of those who have grown up within the lay of the land for years, making sure you witness all of the Amazon wildlife Peru has to reveal.

Amazon wildlife in its natural habitat

Undeniably, going to an ordinary zoo cannot compare to the experience you’ll have when booking a luxury river cruise with Delfin. Because all of our voyages start and end in the heart of the immense rainforest, guests will be able to take up-close shots and record impressive videos of the Amazon wildlife in its natural habitat at all hours of the day, including pokey sloths hanging among the treetops by day and ever-elusive caiman lurking along the river banks at night. Also, those who hike into the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve will experience a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to learn more about where these native animals call home. Take pride in being able to enlighten yourself about the Amazon wildlife in a place that few have crossed off their bucket list.

Hearing amazonian wildlife for the first time

The surround sound of your home entertainment system while watching the Discovery Channel cannot prepare you for the awe-evoking orchestra that comes to life at night in the rainforest, carefully choreographed by the Amazon wildlife. Partaking on a luxury river cruise with Delfin will allow you to have the best and safest seat in the house to indulge in the sounds of the Amazon river wildlife. While they seem to come from just a few feet away, sounds from the Amazon wildlife can travel for miles across the still waters, especially after the sun sets. Sit back, relax, and enjoy live performances each night, featuring the stridulating of cicadas and mating calls of poison dart frogs that can be heard among the thousands of natural musicians who dwell within the rainforest of Iquitos, Peru.

Amazon wildlife native to Peru

While we can’t guarantee any two luxury river cruises will be identical, what we can ensure is the broad diversity of animals the area has to offer visitors. Because guests onboard Delfin are exposed to nature at all hours of the day, spotting Amazon wildlife is never more than a quick glimpse away. As a matter of fact, after Brazil, the majority of the Amazon rainforest wildlife and its habitat can be found in our very own country, surrounding the largest city in the world that you can’t reach by road, Iquitos, Peru. Spider monkeys, pink river dolphins, jaguars, and two-toed sloths are just a select few of the mammals that call the Peruvian Amazon home in addition to reptiles and amphibians like boas, anacondas, and hundreds of frog species. The diversity of Amazon wildlife is hard to locate elsewhere!

Protected amazon river wildlife

At Delfin, we value Amazon wildlife conservation and believe in leaving the virgin lands exactly as we encountered them. By doing so, its treasures are able to be continually passed down year after year for those who rely on its invaluable resources to live as well as for those who travel across the world to get a taste of a genuine rainforest experience as well as the diversity of Amazon rainforest wildlife it has to offer. When embarking on your luxury river cruise with Delfin and participating in several of our guided nature excursions, be mindful of the beauty of the Amazon wildlife around you as we strive to protect its precious species and their natural habitat. Because together, we can support the health of the rainforest and its surrounding ecosystems to keep our environment thriving.

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What’s Included:

All meals while on board (arrival day: lunchbox and dinner; cruise days: all meals; departure day: breakfast)
All excursions & equipment (including rubber boots & rain ponchos)
Transfers to/from the cruise when arriving on recommended flights to/from Iquitos (Lima-Iquitos: 10:00 a.m.; Iquitos-Lima: 1 p.m.)
Entrance fee to Pacaya Samiria National Reserve
Natural juices, soda, coffee, tea, water, beer, house wines with lunch and dinner

Some Questions and Advice About Delfin Amazon Cruises

As the pioneer upscale Amazon River cruise operator in Peru, and the world’s first Relais & Chateaux cruise, Delfin Amazon Cruises has been a dream come true for its Peruvian founders, Aldo and Lissy Macchiavello. A culmination of their passion and dedication, the entrepreneurial couple invite you to connect with the Amazon River and rainforest, its people, culture and even yourself.

Understandably, you may have some questions before embarking on our Amazon River cruise:

Where will the cruise navigate?

All of our Amazon River cruises embark in Iquitos, Peru and cruise the Upper Amazon, crossing the waterways of the Amazon, Ucayali and Marañon rivers. No matter the length of your cruise or selected boat, our entire fleet passes through the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, bordered by the Marañon and Ucayali rivers. This area of the Amazon is the largest protected flooded forest and home to an incredibly diverse community of flora and fauna.

Will we be able to see animals up close?

Our naturalist guides will use their knowledge as locals of the area as well as their professional experience to show you as many examples of local fauna as possible. After all, the Amazon Basin houses the largest collection of living plant and animal species on Earth. Our planned activities will immerse you into the Peruvian Amazon rainforest and rivers, always with respect towards the safety of our guests and the wildlife.

Will my dietary restrictions and preferences be considered?

Our talented culinary team specializes in working with local ingredients to produce gourmet meals that reflect the Peruvian Amazon in both taste and presentation. Should you follow a vegetarian, vegan or any special diet (i.e. allergy restrictions), please inform us beforehand so that we can be sure to cater to you in the most satisfactory way.

What type of clothes should I pack?

To enjoy our onshore activities, be sure to bring comfortable walking shoes, lightweight pants and long-sleeved shirts, and a brimmed sun hat (rubber boots and rain ponchos will be provided). Indoors, we encourage casual clothes whether you plan to be at the bar, dining room or sundeck. There will be opportunities for swimming in the river, and the pool is always open, so be sure to pack your bathing suit or trunks.

Besides clothes, is there anything else I should bring?

Make sure to pack your binoculars and a camera so you don’t miss a thing on our outdoor excursions! And to keep your experience pleasurable, we highly recommend bug repellant with DEET and sunblock. We’ll also be visiting some of the local communities we partner with, and the young children appreciate any gifts you can bring them such as school supplies (i.e. pens, paper) and edible treats (i.e. chocolate bars, fruit juice).

Is internet access available onboard?

Currently our boats are not equipped with internet access. We hope you understand and take this as an opportunity to disconnect from your typical routine and connect to all the Amazon has to offer.

Have more questions? Please refer to our FAQ section here.

Choose a Boat for Your Luxury Amazon Cruise

The Delfin I

Delfin I effortlessly combines comfort and grace to create the most unique vessel to ever sail in the Peruvian Amazon region.

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Delfin I

The Delfin II

Delfin I effortlessly combines comfort and grace to create the most unique vessel to ever sail in the Peruvian Amazon region.

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Delfin II

The Delfin III

Delfin I effortlessly combines comfort and grace to create the most unique vessel to ever sail in the Peruvian Amazon region.

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Delfin III