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Pure Amazon

A state-of-the-art riverboat offering personalized and luxurious adventures in the Peruvian Amazon.

Overview

The Amazon Basin is the biggest tropical rainforest on earth. Realistically, there’s only one way to explore it: by boat; And there’s only one way to explore it, in the highest of style: aboard the Pure Amazon, a state-of-the-art riverboat unique in the region in terms of both comfort and human expertise. A maximum of 22 passengers per cruise (24 on private charters) guarantees an intimate, focused experience, in which every detail is managed by a best-in-class local team.

Life On Board

A Pure Amazon cruise is an experience of refinement and immersion. With discreetly sumptuous interiors by renowned architect Adriana Granato, her elegant social spaces and 12 cabins (10 double suites, two singles) are decorated in muted tones of earth, sky, forest and water, while traditionally patterned Peruvian textiles introduce an element of joyful vibrancy, and panoramic windows throughout offer endless views of the rainforest.

All are are fully air-conditioned and have a minibar and tablets, along with a private bathroom with shower, amenities and hairdryer. Four of the double suites can be connected, creating two sets of interconnecting suites, ideal for families with children. One of the cabins in each pair of interconnecting doubles can also be set up to feature an additional sofabed should triple occupancy be required (children only), so theoretically you could have two dual-suite setups catering to 5 passengers in each, but it is important to note that two other double suites on board can be setup up with triple occupancy, and there is a maximum of two triple occupancy cabins permitted per departure.

Guests are treated to a one-to-one staff-to-guest ratio, ensuring impeccable service. Social spaces include an open-air sundeck with Jacuzzi, a shaded Veranda Lounge bar, and a fine dining restaurant where Peruvian gastronomy takes center stage (children’s menus are available). After a day of exploration, unwind with a cocktail in the Jungle Lounge or with a good book in the Map Room, or indulge in a wellness treatment or some exercise in the spa and gym. Complimentary Starlink Wi-Fi allows guests to stay connected, though the allure of the jungle will keep them captivated.

Itinerary Options & Excursions

The Pure Amazon boat offers three-, four-, and seven-night itineraries, each providing deep access to the Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve. This untouched wilderness, the largest protected flooded forest in the world, is a haven for wildlife, and your viewing chances are maximized with the guidance of expert naturalist guides—a minimum of 1 to every 8 passengers—and complimentary binoculars to use for every passenger.

Morning and afternoon skiff excursions navigate hidden waterways teeming with caimans, monkeys, and vibrant birdlife, while seasonal jungle walks offer encounters with rare flora and fauna. Guests can fish for piranhas, kayak through tranquil tributaries, and visit local communities to gain insight into Amazonian culture. In the evenings, expert-led talks and stargazing sessions bring the magic of the rainforest to life.

A Journey Like No Other

A voyage aboard Pure Amazon is an invitation to witness one of the planet’s last great wildernesses in supreme comfort. It’s a chance to see rare and elusive wildlife, engage with indigenous cultures, and traverse landscapes few have ever set foot in. Whether you seek adventure, serenity, or a deeper connection to nature, this journey promises memories that will last a lifetime. Perfect for discerning travelers, nature lovers, and those who crave an exclusive, immersive experience, Pure Amazon redefines luxury exploration in the heart of the Peruvian Amazon.

Itineraries & Prices

All itineraries are subject to change due to seasonal weather conditions (and resultant variations in river and tributary water levels) affecting accessibility to locations. Thus navigation routes, times and excursions may need to be modified at the cruise captain’s or your guide's discretion.

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4-Day
5-Day
8-Day

4 Day - 3-Night Itinerary

itinerary map

Embarkation

PM: Begin your adventure in the provincial capital, Iquitos, where you’ll be met and escorted via an exclusive Pure Amazon transfer to the town of Nauta, our embarkation point close to where the Marañón and Ucayali rivers meet to create the Amazon river. Here you’ll board Pure Amazon and settle into your gorgeously designed suite or cabin, with panoramic windows that frame the stunning beauty of your surroundings.

After settling in, enjoy a sunset cocktail on the Sun Deck, followed by a gourmet dinner prepared by Pure Amazon’s award-winning chef. The evening concludes with an insightful introduction to the region by your expert guides, setting the tone for the days ahead.

Pure Amazon - 3-Night Itinerary
Location
Iquitos - Nauta
Day
1 / 4

Exploring Pacaya-Samiria

AM: Before breakfast, embark on an early birding excursion. Depending on the time of year, you can choose between a guided jungle walk to discover the rich flora and fauna of the rainforest or a serene kayaking journey along one of the river’s atmospheric tributaries. Alternatively, just stay put and enjoy some downtime, a spa treatment and five-star service on board.

PM: Return to the riverboat for lunch, then embark on another skiff adventure, perhaps opting for a fishing expedition or an intimate encounter with the diverse birdlife of the rainforest.

As evening falls, savour a Peruvian-themed dinner featuring local delicacies. The night concludes with a hosted stargazing session beneath a (hopefully!) crystalline night sky.

Pure Amazon - 3-Night Itinerary
Location
Pacaya-Samiria Reserve
Day
2 / 4

Wildlife and Cultural Immersion

AM: Start your day bright and early with a dawn birding safari.

PM: After lunch, join our chefs for a hands-on cooking class, learning to prepare Amazonian dishes using fresh, local ingredients. Additional excursion activities off the boat will be available for guests wishing to explore.

As the day winds down, enjoy an evening entertainment and stories from the heart of the Amazon Basin.

Pure Amazon - 3-Night Itinerary
Location
Pacaya-Samiria Reserve
Day
3 / 4

Disembarkation

AM: After breakfast, disembark at Nauta, where you will be transferred back to Iquitos, with a stop at the Bélen Market, cultural museum and a café for light refreshments before heading to the airport.

Reflect on the unique experiences and breathtaking sights of your journey as you prepare to return home, carrying with you the memories of an extraordinary adventure in the Amazon Basin.

Pure Amazon - 3-Night Itinerary
Location
Nauta - Iquitos
Day
4 / 4
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5 Day - 4-Night Itinerary

itinerary map

Embarkation

PM: Begin your adventure in the provincial capital, Iquitos, where you’ll be met and escorted via an exclusive Pure Amazon transfer to the town of Nauta, the embarkation point will be close to where the Marañón and Ucayali rivers meet to create the Amazon River. Here you’ll board Pure Amazon and settle into your gorgeously designed suite or cabin, with panoramic windows that frame the stunning beauty of your surroundings.

After settling in, enjoy a sunset cocktail on the Sun Deck, followed by a gourmet dinner prepared by Pure Amazon’s chef. The evening concludes with an insightful introduction to the region by your expert guides, setting the tone for the days ahead.

Pure Amazon - 4-Night Itinerary
Location
Iquitos - Nauta
Day
1 / 5

Exploring Pacaya-Samiria

AM: Embark on your first early birding excursion before breakfast. Depending on the time of year, you can choose between a guided jungle walk to discover the rich flora and fauna of the rainforest or a serene kayaking journey along one of the river’s atmospheric tributaries. Alternatively, just stay put and enjoy some downtime, a spa treatment and five-star service on board.

PM: Return to the riverboat for lunch, then embark on another skiff adventure, perhaps opting for a fishing expedition or an intimate encounter with the diverse birdlife of the rainforest.

As evening falls, savour a Peruvian-themed dinner featuring local delicacies. The night concludes with a hosted stargazing session beneath a (hopefully!) crystalline night sky.

Pure Amazon - 4-Night Itinerary
Location
Pacaya-Samiria Reserve
Day
2 / 5

Wildlife and Cultural Immersion

AM: Start your day bright and early with a dawn birding safari. Alternatively, enjoy a slower start before setting off for a guided visit to a local riverside village – an excellent way to gain direct insight into the way of life of the ribereños who live in and around the Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve.

PM: After lunch, join our chefs for a hands-on cooking class, learning to prepare Amazonian dishes using fresh, local ingredients. For guests wishing to explore, additional excursion activities off the boat will be available.

As the day winds down, enjoy an evening entertainment and stories from the heart of the Amazon Basin.

Pure Amazon - 4-Night Itinerary
Location
Pacaya-Samiria Reserve
Day
3 / 5

Scenic Cruising and Leisure

AM: After a few days of intense exploration, indulge your weary muscles with a spa treatment or a long soak in the Jacuzzi. Alternatively, continue your adventuring with optional morning and afternoon excursions.

PM: Spend the afternoon at leisure, with either off-boat excursions or enjoying the on board amenities and savouring the splendour, sights and sounds of your surroundings.

Conclude the day with cocktails on the Sun Deck followed by a gourmet dinner, as you spend the final moments of your Amazonian journey.

Pure Amazon - 4-Night Itinerary
Location
Pacaya-Samiria Reserve
Day
4 / 5

Disembarkation

AM: After breakfast, disembark at Nauta, where you will be transferred back to Iquitos, with a stop at the Bélen Market, cultural museum and a café for light refreshments before heading to the airport.

Reflect on the unique experiences and breathtaking sights of your journey as you prepare to return home, carrying with you the memories of an extraordinary adventure in the Amazon Basin.

Pure Amazon - 4-Night Itinerary
Location
Nauta-Iquitos
Day
5 / 5
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8 Day - 7-Night Itinerary

itinerary map

Embarkation

This is a sample itinerary and includes a selection of the possible explorations.

PM: Begin your adventure in the provincial capital, Iquitos, where you’ll be met and escorted via an exclusive Pure Amazon transfer to the town of Nauta, our embarkation point close to where the Marañón and Ucayali rivers meet to create the Amazon river. Here you’ll board Pure Amazon and settle into your gorgeously designed suite or cabin, with panoramic windows that frame the stunning beauty of your surroundings.

After settling in, enjoy a sunset cocktail on the Sun Deck, followed by a gourmet dinner prepared by Pure Amazon’s award-winning chef. The evening concludes with an insightful introduction to the region by your expert guides, setting the tone for the days ahead.

Pure Amazon - 7-Night Itinerary
Location
Iquitos - Nauta
Day
1 / 8

Exploring Pacaya-Samiria

AM: Before breakfast, embark on an early birding excursion. Depending on the time of year, you can choose between a guided jungle walk to discover the rich flora and fauna of the rainforest or a serene kayaking journey along one of the river’s atmospheric tributaries. Alternatively, just stay put and enjoy some downtime, a spa treatment and five-star service on board.

PM: Return to the riverboat for lunch, then embark on another skiff adventure, perhaps opting for a fishing expedition or an intimate encounter with the diverse birdlife of the rainforest.

As evening falls, savour a Peruvian-themed dinner featuring local delicacies. The night concludes with a hosted stargazing session beneath a (hopefully!) crystalline night sky.

Pure Amazon - 7-Night Itinerary
Location
Pacaya-Samiria Reserve
Day
2 / 8

Wildlife and Cultural Immersion

AM: Start your day bright and early with a dawn birding safari. Alternatively, enjoy a slower start before setting off for a guided visit to a local riverside village – an excellent way to gain direct insight into the way of life of the ribereños who live in and around the Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve.

PM: After lunch, join our chefs for a hands-on cooking class, learning to prepare Amazonian dishes using fresh, local ingredients. For guests wishing to explore, additional excursion activities off the boat will be available.

As the day winds down, enjoy an evening entertainment and stories from the heart of the Amazon Basin.

Pure Amazon - 7-Night Itinerary
Location
Pacaya-Samiria Reserve
Day
3 / 8

Exploring Pacaya-Samiria

AM: After breakfast, enjoy a slower start before setting off for a guided visit to a local riverside village – an excellent way to gain direct insight into the way of life of the ribereños who live in and around the Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve.

PM: Return to the ship for lunch, then embark on another skiff adventure, perhaps opting for a fishing expedition or an intimate encounter with the diverse birdlife of the rainforest.

As evening falls, savour a Peruvian-themed dinner featuring local delicacies. 

Pure Amazon - 7-Night Itinerary
Location
Pacaya-Samiria Reserve
Day
4 / 8

Exploring the Natural Reserve

AM: Embark on your first early birding excursion before breakfast. Depending on the time of year, you can choose between a guided jungle walk to discover the rich flora and fauna of the rainforest or a serene kayaking journey along one of the river’s atmospheric tributaries. Alternatively, just stay put and enjoy some downtime, a spa treatment and five-star service on board.

PM: Return to the riverboat for lunch, then embark on another skiff adventure, perhaps opting for a fishing expedition or an intimate encounter with the diverse birdlife of the rainforest.

As evening falls, savour a Peruvian-themed dinner featuring local delicacies. The night concludes with a hosted stargazing session beneath a (hopefully!) crystalline night sky.

Pure Amazon - 7-Night Itinerary
Location
Pacaya-Samiria Reserve
Day
5 / 8

Visit to a Community Village

AM: Start your day bright and early with a dawn birding safari. Alternatively, enjoy a slower start before setting off for a guided visit to a local riverside village – an excellent way to gain direct insight into the way of life of the ribereños who live in and around the Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve.

PM: After lunch, join our chefs for a hands-on cooking class, learning to prepare Amazonian dishes using fresh, local ingredients. For guests wishing to explore, additional excursion activities off the boat will be available.

As the day winds down, enjoy an evening entertainment and stories from the heart of the Amazon Basin.

Pure Amazon - 7-Night Itinerary
Location
Pacaya-Samiria Reserve
Day
6 / 8

Scenic Cruising and Leisure

AM: After a few days of intense exploration, indulge your weary muscles with a spa treatment or a long soak in the Jacuzzi. Alternatively, continue your adventuring with optional morning and afternoon excursions.

PM: Spend the afternoon at leisure, with either off-boat excursions or enjoying the on board amenities and savouring the splendour, sights and sounds of your surroundings.

Conclude the day with cocktails on the Sun Deck followed by a gourmet dinner, as you spend the final moments of your Amazonian journey.

Pure Amazon - 7-Night Itinerary
Location
Pacaya-Samiria Reserve
Day
7 / 8

Disembarkation

AM: After breakfast, disembark at Nauta, where you will be transferred back to Iquitos, with a stop at the Bélen Market, cultural museum and a café for light refreshments before heading to the airport.

Reflect on the unique experiences and breathtaking sights of your journey as you prepare to return home, carrying with you the memories of an extraordinary adventure in the Amazon Basin.

Pure Amazon - 7-Night Itinerary
Location
Nauta-Iquitos
Day
8 / 8
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Accommodations

Social Areas

Restaurant
Map Room
Bar
Mud Room
Massage Room
Dining
Jungle Lounge
Gym

Suites & Cabins

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10 Cabins

Suite

Guests
2
Size
25 m²/269 ft²
Beds
King/Twin

All suites and cabins are fully air-conditioned and have panoramic windows, minibar and tablets, along with a private bathroom with shower, amenities and hairdryer.

Four of the 10 Double Suites can be connected, creating two sets of interconnecting suites, ideal for families with children. For those requesting an interconnecting family suite, an additional bed can also be provided should a triple be required (children only).

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2 Cabins

Single Cabin

Guests
2
Size
16 m²/172 ft²
Beds
Queen

These cabins are fully air-conditioned and have panoramic windows, minibar and tablets, along with a private bathroom with shower, amenities and hairdryer.

Technical Information

Deck Plan

Features

  • Connecting cabins
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool / Jacuzzi
  • Excercise room
  • Massage room
  • Lecture room
  • Camera room
  • WIFI available
  • Medical staff
  • Spa
  • Souvenir shop
  • Hot showers
  • All inclusive
  • Heating
  • Family Room (Triple or Quadruple)
  • Charging areas for electronic equipment

Equipment

  • Kayaks / Canoes
  • Fishing equipment
  • Yoga mats
  • Rubber boots
  • Water canteen/bottle
  • Binoculars
  • Insect repellent
  • Poncho
  • Dry Bags/Plastic bags to protect cameras
** Use of certain equipment at additional cost, ask for details
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