River cruises along the Amazon Basin River cruises regular departures: [  Amazon Clipper  ] [  Amazon Clipper Premium  ] [  Tucano Yacht  ] [  Iberostar Grand Amazon  ] [  Katerre Expedition  ] Boat charter for private cruises: [  Santana Yacht  ] Amazon Clipper - For further details click here ! There are several ways to see the wonders of the Amazon. Amazon Clipper cruises provide you the opportunity to see and enjoy the nature moving around in this wonderful environment of Amazon forest and to be right in the middle of the jungle, specially at dawn and dusk. All our riverboats offer the same comfort: double cabins with bunk berths, private toilet facilities and nighttime air conditioning. Social life is divided between the covered saloon, with bar, dinning area and library and the panoramic sum deck with fantastic view. The boat's kitchens are fully equipped with freezers, charcoal filters and a large supply of mineral water. ITINERARIES: I) Amazonas river - Departures on Mondays (3 days and 2 nights) II) Negro river - Departures on Wednesdays (4 days and 3 nights) III) Amazonas & Negro rivers- Departures on Mondays (6 days and 5 nights - including lunch on Wednesday) Rates per person - Until dec/10  Amazonas river  Negro river  Amazonas & Negro rivers US$ 535.00 US$ 730.00 US$ 1,080.00 - Children up to 12 years old accompanied by parents: 20% off. - Individual cabin: additional of 50% Amazon Clipper Premium - For further details click here ! For 20 years Amazon Clipper Cruises has been a leader in operating boat cruises in the Amazon River system. For those who wish the comfort of a luxury ship, Clipper Cruises now present the new Amazon Clipper Premium, a vessel unique in style that offers “simply the best” small-ship cruising in the Amazon. Large enough to offer spacious cabins with lower beds and inviting public spaces. But small enough to dock at remote spots and cruise to hidden locations due to the shallow draft of only 3 feet, the Amazon Clipper Premium is the perfect size for a comfortable cruise on the Amazon rivers. ITINERARIES: I) Amazonas river - Departures on Mondays (3 days and 2 nights) II) Negro river - Departures on Wednesdays (4 days and 3 nights) III) Amazonas & Negro rivers- Departures on Mondays (6 days and 5 nights - including lunch on Wednesday) Rates per person - Until dec/10  Amazonas river  Negro river  Amazonas & Negro rivers US$ 750.00 US$ 995.00 US$ 1,505.00 - Children up to 12 years old accompanied by two parents: 50% off. - Children up to 12 years old accompanied by one parent: 20% off. - Hold for individual cabin: additional of 50% Amazon Expedition Cruises by M/Y Tucano - For further details click here ! Expedition Cruising is Different Voyage to the Heart of the Amazon is different from both cruises and forest lodges. It is an "expedition cruise" which means that we explore far into the forest. We see creatures that are hidden to other visitors. Our cruise is the most informative, active, and authentic trip in the Amazon. Authentic and Active Program Our trips go beyond the tourist experience of most trips to the Amazon. We visit areas that are not visited by other groups. We see creatures that are almost never seen on other Amazon trips. The program is also active with several excursions off the boat every day. Every morning we walk in the forest. But there is no difficulty for older travelers because when we go into the forest we divide into small groups each with a private guide and woodsman. Small Groups We accept a maximum of 18 passengers on our cruises. With this small group, travelers can spend more time with the guides which makes it a much better experience. Comfortable Vessel and High Quality Service The M/Y TUCANO is the most comfortable expeditionary vessel in the Amazon. All the cabins are outside cabins with private baths and air-conditioning. The vessel is elegant with lots of polished brass and highly varnished woodwork. We have a large crew that keeps the vessel clean and helps travelers in every way possible to enjoy the trip. Departures 2010 (on Saturdays) Mar 27-Apr 3 Apr 10-17 Apr 24-May 01 May 08-15 May 22-29 Jun 05-12 Jun 19-26 Jul 03-10 Jul 17-24 Jul 31-Aug 07 Aug 14-21 Aug 28-Sep 04 Sep 11-18 Oct 02-09 Oct 16-23 Nov 06-13 Nov 20-27 Dec 04-11 Dec 18-25 Departures 2011 (on Saturdays) Jan 01-08 Jan 15-22 Jan 29-Feb 05 Feb 12-19 Mar 05-12 Mar 19-26 Apr 02-09 Apr 16-23 Apr 30-May 07 May 14-21 May 28-Jun 04 Jun 11-18 Jun 25-Jul 02 Jul 09-16 Jul 23-30 Aug 06-13 Aug 20-27 Sep 10-17 Oct 01-08 Oct 15-22 Oct 25-Nov 05 Nov 12-19 Nov 26-Dec 03 Dec 10-17 Dec 24-31 Packages & Rates (PER PERSON) Valid to Expedition Cruises (8d/7n) Additional Cabin Reservation Fee 2010/2011 US$ 2,100.00 US$ 220.00 Iberostar Grand Amazon - For further details click here ! A luxury ship will take you on an exciting cruise along the Negro and Amazonas rivers with all the comfort and excellent service. The adventure begins in the city of Manaus, capital of Amazonas, famous for its spectacular Opera House, designated as Brazilian historical heritage. Departing from Manaus, the Iberostar Grand Amazon stops at several points along the amazing Amazon jungle, and offers excursions on small boats to explore the dense, virgin vegetation. You and other adventure seekers will come into contact with the most exuberant species of trees, plants, exotic animals and the local river communities, friendly and hospitable people. A paradise for those likes adventure with the comfort of a five star hotel. ITINERARIES: I) Amazonas river - Departures on Thursdays (4 days and 3 nights) II) Negro river - Departures on Sundays (5 days and 4 nights) III) Amazonas river and Negro river - Departures on Sundays or Thursdays (8 days and 7 nights) Packages & Rates (per person) - Valid until Dec, 16/2010 Deck Amazonas river (4 days/3 nights) Departure on Thursdays Negro river (5 days/4 nights) Departure on Sundays Amazonas river and Negro river (8 days/7 nights) Departure on Thursdays or Sundays Acará Tambaqui Mandi Tambaqui/Suite US$ 1,135.00 US$ 1,060.00 US$ 949.00 US$ 1,604.00 US$ 1,513.00 US$ 1,413.00 US$ 1,253.00 US$ 2,138.00 US$ 2,619.00 US$ 2,444.00 US$ 2,164.00 US$ 3,713.00 Katerre Expedition - For further information click here ! Boat & Crew Information Boats with different living spaces for selected clients. The 52ft Awapé combines the regional style with comfort for up to 10 passengers for long expeditions. Don't miss the chance to get to know it. Cabin 1 & 2: Double bed and private bathroom. Cabin 3: Two bunch beds (4 people) and private bath. * All cabins with air-conditioner. Crew - Our guides are an important part of an expedition. More than just knowing the region, they must be helpful, have good humor, and, most of all, must be in sync with the vibe of the group. The Skipper is responsible for the success of the trip in all its aspects. He handles the crew, plans the route, and his chief officer is the boat boatman. The Cook is among the people responsible to make your stay in the boat as pleasant as possible, and his chief officer is the cleaning lady. Know our crew. Social-Ecologic Itineraries The Wild is not the only attraction in our tours; so are the people who live in it. In their genuine cultural expressions, based on the fruits bore by the forest, we can find beauty and simplicity without equal. There is a lot to learn from this exchange with them, and it is in this exchange that friendship bonds are formed and spontaneous moments arise, whether on a football match, during a conversation or in many other activities. Low Impact Tourism To know and get the spirit of the true Amazon Rainforest, you got to go by boat. When you disembark in an isolated community, in a sanctuary of parrots and macaws, in a desert beach with gull nests, turtle eggs, or get in a canoe in a creek, you must keep your impact to a minimum. For that reason, Katerre operates only with small groups in boats with low fossil pollutant emission, low noise level, and organic trash disposal. With exclusive itineraries, many of the places we visit receive only our clients. Your Wellbeing First Remote river expeditions require experience and know-how to make sure nothing goes wrong. All passengers are covered by individual travel insurance policies. Our guides are trained in first-aid and able to use anesthetics and suturing. Check out our pharmacy. The boat is fumigated prior to every expedition, and it can be equipped with satellite phone for emergencies. Not to mention the familiarity we have with the places, communities, and people we visit. This is Katerre! Exclusive itineraries for Western Amazon sanctuaries. Navigating on the black water rivers of the Rio Negro basin, we cross landscapes of pristine beauty, uncanny wildlife attractions, and genuine cultural manifestations of the northern Brazilian people. The Anavilhanas Archipelago, Jaú National Park, Mariuá - the world's largest river archipelago; the rivers that cross the Serra do Araçá hill range, where sits Brazil's tallest waterfall; São Gabriel da Cachoeira, the most native-pure of Brazil's towns, and all the splendor of the island and Forest over the rocks and boulders of the upper Rio Negro, with its native and mixed communities, genuine expressions of the local culture. Katerre: for when you're in the Amazon, the river is the way to go. Unique - Exclusive itineraries with unique locations and attractions along the Negro River. - Low-impact tourism: groups with up to 8 passengers. - Personalized service for menu served and route attractions (each client profile is sent an on-board register with tourist and food preferences). - On-board service with snacks, drinks, beer, mineral water, everything. - Each passenger will receive a star map of the week with us, and the navigation map with the itinerary followed. - Comfort and safety: high mattresses, goose feather pillows, mineral water for brushing teeth, split air-conditioning, silent power (12V network) for contemplation of nature, crew trained and specialized. - Routes & Rates Iate Santana - For further details click here ! Luxury yacht with 30 meters (98.5 feet) width and 6,50 meters (20 feet) large. It is equipped with 552 HP Scania motor, with cruise speed of 16 miles per hour; 3 decks with 6 suites, being 2 of them master suites (with double bed and private bath) other 4 double suites (one double bed and one single bed as bunk beds and private bath); kitchen, dining room with capacity for 14 people, music room with TV/VCR, CD/DVD player; Solarium and Jacuzzi, bar and a full equipped command room with the most modern equipment: Radar; GPS; fathometer; UHF and VHF radio; satellite phone and fully air-conditioned.   Charter daily rates - up to 12 people US$ 3,700.00 The package includes: transfer airport-boat-airport or hotel, full board with diversified menu, drinks(mineral water, soft-drinks, regional juices and beer), fuel for yacht and canoes. It does not include alcoholic beverages, travel insurance, telephone calls made on board. Ask for river cruises information and booking, filling Plan your trip form ! 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