Ucayali River Tickets and Tours

7-Day Amazon River Luxury Cruise from Iquitos on 'La Perla'

5 Stars for every detail

The La Perla Naturalist team led us on a wonderful tour of the Amazon. Their excitement to share their regional knowledge was infectious. I was amazed by their ability to recognize all the distinct sounds the different birds and monkeys made. They were even able to “call” monkeys closer to our group! We went out on various trips looking for wildlife and always had success in finding different creatures… from birds to spiders and finally an anaconda! I appreciate that we also had Marco there to support as the ships paramedic. That really made everyone feel safe as we did several nature hikes. The food was also top notch! We had all types of different local cuisine. The chef even mixed things up with Italian and Asian nights! At night before dinner, the staff became musicians and entertained us with local music. They were spectacular! The team at La Perla thought of everything. You will not be disappointed if you choose La Perla for your Amazon tour.

5-Day Amazon River Luxury Cruise from Iquitos on the 'Zafiro'

A Taste of the Amazon: Rainforest and Wildlife

The cruise itinerary was meticulously crafted, and every meal was thoughtfully prepared and beautifully presented with genuine care from the chef. Each detail drew us deeper into the rhythms of Amazonian life. Under the leadership of our director, Roger, the entire staff worked wholeheartedly to ensure every guest felt happy and well cared for. The daily programs were plentiful, each simple yet uniquely memorable. We were especially impressed by the piranha fishing excursion, the sunset viewing of the pink dolphins, the staff’s heartfelt performance on the gala night, and so many other special moments. The staff treated us like family—and they truly succeeded. We felt completely at home. Daniel was our sunshine—his clear, confident voice brought energy to every moment in the Rainforest. Wherever he was, there was always something to see, learn, and appreciate. He gave us his full dedication, enriching our understanding and making every moment on the Amazon feel truly precious. He wasn’t just our guide; he became our personal caretaker, looking after every detail both on the River and on board.

8-Day Amazon River Luxury Cruise from Iquitos on the 'Zafiro'

Zafiro-a great luxury experience on the Peruvian Amazon

We have just returned from a 8 day Amazon cruise from Nauta (Iquitos) aboard the luxury vessel Zafiro. The trip was organised as a full charter for our group of 30 professionals. The ship can accommodate up to 40 people but we wanted a bit more space. The charter was organised via Rainforest Cruises by one of the most professional agents we encountered in 35 year of travel, JP Salcedo. Despite the challenges of us being in Australia, JP in Florida and the cruise in the Amazon, the whole process was quite easy and smooth…..mainly due to JP’s responsiveness and professionalism. JP handled all our enquiries and requests and always made us feel like nothing is too much trouble. THE SHIP: Zafiro was built in 2015 specifically for luxury cruising in remote areas of the Amazon. Since new it was maintained to the highest standards creating an oasis of comfort and luxury in the rainforest. Coming back to the comfort of the Zafiro after every one of the daily excursions was a great experience for everyone in our group. The cabins are spacious, all with ensuite, huge windows, most with balconies and obsessively clean. The lounge on the upper deck was an ideal venue for our academic program (computer, projector and screen organised by JP) as well as a space to socialise, dance and enjoy the band performances. Wifi via Starlink was available in the lounge. The restaurant was a superb location for our meals with full view of the dolphins playing in the river. THE ITINERARY: During the 8 days we visited a variety of locations with two excursions on most days. The program included wildlife spotting skiff trips,(both during the day and at night) , jungle walks, visits to local communities and villages, butterfly farms, local shamans, kayaking and swimming. We saw: pink and grey dolphins, sloths (including a cuddle with a baby), anacondas, vipers, caymans, multiple species of monkeys (including being robbed by one) ,butterflies, tarantulas…etc..and he bird watchers among us were kept busy all the time. Piranhas and dragon fish were the stars for the fishermen. THE CREW: we had one of the most professional crews that we ever encountered. From Roger (the cruise director) to the chef and the skiff drivers everyone made us feel welcome and more like members of their family than just guests. The whole crew (many with good command of English language) were always available and extremely attentive to guess our needs….sometimes even before we knew that we wanted something. A special mention for our three naturalists, Roger, George and Usiel. All three were extremely knowledgeable, spoke perfect English and they never left one single question unanswered. We were constantly surprised by the depth of their expertise in all areas that we would want to discuss. They were invaluable in making our cruise an exceptional experience. Personally, a big thank you to Usiel for all the effort made to coordinate excursions with the requirements of our academic program. Overall, a great experience for the whole group. We can thoroughly recommend Zafiro and Rainforest Cruises