M/V Zafiro

Feel the heartbeat of the Amazon from The M/V Zafiro.

Sailing aboard the Zafiro is embarking on a unique journey into the depths of the Peruvian Amazon jungle. Here there is room for you to disconnect, relax and discover. Aboard Zafiro, comfort is part of the essence of the experience.

The spacious panoramic windows that characterize our suites, together with our open relaxing areas, make the Zafiro an extension of the Amazon; from where you will admire every last detail of the immense and diverse spectacle that the Amazon rainforest represents every day, and every night.

The culinary scene is also one of the great protagonists aboard Zafiro. On board the cruise you will take part in a unique culinary experience based purely on Amazonian foods.

The Amazonian journeys, with the help of our expert guides, form part of the most genuine way to get close up to the fauna and flora of the Amazon; allowing you to discover and feel in your own skin, the cultures built around the waters that flow through the rivers. The Amazonian journeys, with the help of our expert guides, form part of the most genuine way to get close up to the fauna and flora of the Amazon, discovering and feeling in our own skin the cultures built around the waters of the river.

The itineraries are based on raining / high water seasons and drought / low water, and may vary according to variations in climate. All activities are optional and are made 2 to 3 times a day.

Among the activities included in the itineraries are swimming with dolphins, fishing for piranhas at dusk, skirting the river banks in search of creatures, bird watching, hiking, and visits to communities—–There is also the possibility of excursions for bird watching at dawn, before breakfast.

Zafiro Commom Areas

  •  Exercise room
  •  Massage room
  •  Observation deck
  •  Indoor reading lounge
  •  Boutique
  •  Dinning room
  •  Outdoor Jacuzzi & Bar
  •  Indoor Lounge & Bar

 

Itinerary 8 Days / 7 Nights

Eight days and seven nights to experience the heart of the Amazon, enter the immense diversity of the Peruvian jungle ,and let yourself be seduced by the charm of a land where only authenticity remains.

You will discover species of plants and animals that you did not even know existed, you will enter in the life forms of the native cultures, and you will taste each and every one of the fruits of the Amazon. The Pacaya Samiria Reserve will be the setting for a trip to the most authentic part of nature, and of yourself.

Hiking in the jungle, fishing, birdwatching, exploring the Yacapana islands, dolphin watching, visiting local villages, and “jungle of mirrors”, wildlife night safaris … Activities will allow you to get to know the Amazon like you’ve never seen it before.

  • Departure Saturday: High Water Season | November - May
  • Day 1 - Saturday: Iquitos - Amazon River
  • Day 2 - Sunday: Amazon River- Yanayacu De Yacapana - Headway Of The Amazon - Piraña Caño - Nauta Laguna - Marañon River
  • Day 3 - Monday: Yanayacu De Pucate – Yanayaquillo - San Regis (Amazon National Park) - Tiger River - Nahuapa
  • Day 4 - Tuesday: Marañón River – Samiria River - San Martin Of Tipishca
  • Day 5 - Wednesday Marañon River - Lake Pampa – Shiryacu- Nauta - Yucruchi
  • Day 6 - Thursday: Ucayali River - Yanallpa River - Trapiche River - Dorado River - Pacaya Samiria National Reserve
  • Day 7 - Friday: Ucayali River - Yarapa River - Amazon River - Panguana 2nd Zone
  • Day 8 - Saturday: Check Out - Disembark In Iquitos - Manati Rescue Center - Airport
  • Departure Saturday: Low Water Season | June – October
  • Day 1 - Saturday: Iquitos – Amazon River
  • Day 2 - Sunday: Amazon River - Yanayacu De Yacapana - Headway Of The Amazon - Piraña Caño - Nauta Laguna - Marañon River
  • Day 3 - Monday: Yanayacu De Pucate – Yanayaquillo - San Regis (Amazon National Park) - Tiger River - Nahuapa
  • Day 4 - Tuesday: Marañón River - Samiria River - San Martin Of Tipishca
  • Day 5 - Wednesday: Marañon River - Lake Pampa – Shiryacu - Nauta - Yucruchi
  • Day 6 - Thursday: Ucayali River - Yanallpa River - Tapiche River - Dorado River - Pacaya Samiria National Reserve
  • Day 7 - Friday: Ucayali River - Yarapa River - Amazon River - Panguana 2nd Zone
  • Day 8 - Saturday: Check Out - Disembark In Iquitos - Manati Rescue Center-Airport
  • The itineraries are subject to change according to climatic conditions at certain times of the year. The excursions can be modified at the discretion of the Zafiro crew.

M/V Zafiro Itinerary 5 Days/ 4 Nights

Five days and four nights exploring the wonderful Amazon, the Marañón and Ucayali Rivers and their distributaries towards the Sapote River, a closed area of​ the Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve.

As we enter the world’s largest flooded jungle, we will admire the extraordinary wildlife, the immense amount of primate species, the hundreds of exotic birds that are full of color and the groups of gray and pink dolphins all around us.

  • Departure Saturday: High Water Season | November - May
  • Day 1 - Saturday: Iquitos - Amazon River
  • Day 2 - Sunday: Amazon River - Yanayacu De Yacapana - Headway Of The Amazon - Piraña Caño - Nauta Laguna- Marañon River
  • Day 3 - Monday: Yanayacu De Pucate – Yanayaquillo - San Regis (Amazon National Park) - Tiger River- Nahuapa
  • Day 4 - Tuesday: Marañon River - Samiria River - San Martin De Tipishca
  • Day 5 - Wednesday: Marañon River – Pampa Lake – Shiryacu – Check Out – Disembark In Nauta - Manati Rescue Center- Airport
  • Departure on Saturday: Low Water Season | June- October
  • Day 1 - Saturday: Iquitos – Amazon River
  • Day 2 - Sunday: Amazon River - Yanayacu De Yacapana - Headway Of The Amazon - Piraña Caño - Nauta Laguna - Marañon River
  • Day 3 - Monday: Yanayacu De Pucate – Yanayaquillo - San Regis (Amazon National Park) - Tiger River - Nahuapa
  • Day 4 - Tuesday: Marañon River – Samiria River – San Martin De Tipishca
  • Day 5 - Wednesday: Marañon River – Pampa Lake – Shiryacu – Check Out – Disembark In Nauta - Manati Rescue Center- Airport
  • The itineraries are subject to change according to climatic conditions at certain times of the year. The excursions can be modified at the discretion of the Zafiro crew/li>

M/V Zafiro Itinerary 4 days /3 nights

Explore the Amazon, Ucayali, and Pacaya rivers en route to the depths of the Pacaya Samiria reserve: one of Peru’s largest national parks. Go piranha fishing, enjoy a hike in the dense jungle looking for wildlife and birds. Visit local villages and learn about the preservation of the Amazon in Peru, and go on night safaris and guided tours.

  • Departure on Wednesday: High Water Season | November - May
  • Day 1 - Wednesday: Iquitos - Nauta - Embarkation - Marañón River - Ucayali River
  • Day 2 - Thursday: Ucayali River - Yanallpa River - Tapiche River - Dorado River - Pacaya Samiria National Reserve
  • Day 3 - Friday: Ucayali River - Yarapa River - Amazon River - Panguana 2nd Zone
  • Day 4 - Saturday: Check Out - Disembark In Iquitos - Manati Rescue Center - Airport
  • Departure Wednesday: Low-water Season | June- October
  • Day 1 - Wednesday: Iquitos City - Nauta - Embarkation - Marañon River – Ucayali River
  • Day 2 - Thursday: Ucayali River – Yanallpa River - Trapiche River – Dorado River - Pacaya Samira National Reserve
  • Day 3 - Friday: Ucayali River - Yarapa River - Amazon River - Panguana 2nd Zone
  • Day 4 - Saturday: Check Out - Disembark In Iquitos - Manati Rescue Center - Airport
  • The itineraries are subject to change according to climatic conditions at certain times of the year. The excursions can be modified at the discretion of the Zafiro crew.

M/V Zafiro - Suites

M/V Zafiro Suites

Sixteen of the nineteen suites aboard Zafiro are 21m² and are divided between the first and second deck. Eight of them, located on the first deck, have panoramic windows from floor to ceiling that will allow to have you a continuous contact with the show that nature depicts along the Amazon. The eight suites located on the second deck have a private balcony overlooking the jungle, a venue that allows you to enjoy the journey in a unique way.

Four of these suites are interconnected; making it an ideal choice for family tourism.

All suites are fully equipped with air conditioning, a private bathroom, a mini bar, Peruvian pima cotton sheets and exotic fruit-infused amenities, among other amenities.

M/V Zafiro - Master Suites

M/V Zafiro Master Suites

The two master suites, 23m², are located at the bow of the boat, on the first deck. Its 90-degree view windows ensure a unique visual experience throughout the entire Amazonian expedition.

All the master suites are fully equipped with air conditioning, a private bathroom with 360 degree shower, a mini bar, Peruvian pima cotton sheets and exotic fruit-infused amenities, among other amenities.

M/V Zafiro - The Zafiro Suite

M/V Zafiro Zafiro Suite

The Zafiro Suite, of 44.60m² and located on the second deck, has a 180-degree window view, a jacuzzi overlooking the Amazon and a private balcony. It is one of the most exclusive facilities of the cruise and offers travelers a unique and privileged way to feel the heartbeat of the Amazon.

This suite also has a private bathroom and living room and is fully equipped with air conditioning, a mini bar, Peruvian pima cotton sheets and exotic fruit-infused amenities, among other amenities.

M/V Zafiro Deckplan

M/V Zafiro Observation Deck
Observation Deck

M/V Zafiro Observation Upper Deck
Upper Deck

M/V Zafiro Lower Deck
Lower Deck

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