Luxurious river cruises navigating the Amazon spotting wildlife
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"As the newer, 20‑suite sister ship on the Peruvian Amazon, it pairs twice‑daily naturalist‑led excursions with dinners built around sustainable Amazonian ingredients by consulting chef Pedro Miguel Schiaffino — think plantain and yucca gnocchi and star fruit and Brazil nut crumble with macambo nougat — plus a plunge pool, spa, and movie room for lingering between meals." - Janice Wald Henderson
"Passengers cruising the Peruvian Amazon can take in moody riverscapes and spot pink dolphins from the top deck, while also experiencing sustainability in the ship’s materials: railings and decking are made from Resysta (a rice-husk, salt, and mineral-oil composite) and many floor coverings are spun from recycled plastic—about one two-liter bottle per square foot—making environmental protection a tactile part of the voyage; the innovative vessel launched in 2021 and exemplifies efforts to outfit ships with environmentally friendly, ethically sourced interiors." - Chrissie McClatchie Chrissie McClatchie Chrissie McClatchie writes about travel, wine, and yachting from her home on the Côte d’Azur, where she has lived for nearly two decades. Her stories have appeared in Condé Nast Traveler, BBC Travel, CNN Travel, and more. She is also a contributing author to four Lonely Planet guidebooks. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"On the Amazon I recommend spending 4–7 nights aboard Aqua Expeditions' newest vessel, Aqua Nera, which I describe as a floating oasis that navigates the world’s largest river and offers a luxurious river cruise experience where you are apt to see pink river dolphins, sloths, anacondas and numerous endemic bird species." - Mark Lakin Mark Lakin Mark Lakin is a renowned hospitality brand strategist, luxury travel expert, keynote speaker, fine art photographer, seasoned corporate lawyer, and more. He serves on the Travel + Leisure Travel Advisory Board and is recognized as a top travel specialist. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
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