Trip Code: ECTSAAE
DIFFICULTY RATING: 2 (light adventure)
Start: Coca, Ecuador
Finish: Coca, Ecuador
SHIP: Anakonda Amazon Cruise
Amazon, Ecuador
Selected Sundays
All meals while onboard your Amazon cruise
Transfers to/from the vessel when arriving on our recommended flights
Cabin on board ship
All Included excursions for wildlife viewing, trail walks, kayaking, birdwatching & Secoya community visit
* Itinerary is subject to change depending on weather conditions and government regulations.
You can enjoy the spectacular highlights of the Amazon on this unforgettable cruise experience. This inspiring journey will take you through the untamed wilds of the Yasuni National Park, the largest national park in Ecuador, to the quiet stills of Pañacocha (Piranha Lake). We climb up canopy observation towers, inch down black-water jungle streams, walk the understory through meandering trails and meet the sacred people of the Amazon forest base.
Five and eight-day itineraries are also available, please inquire for more information.
The Anakonda Experience
The Anakonda will take you on an Amazon journey whilst enjoying the luxurious touch of its interior and facilities. Spacious observation deck equipped with lazy chairs and a refreshing water outdoor Jacuzzi, and a perfect al fresco lounge, ideal for cocktails, relaxation, reading or just appreciating the remarkable views. Skilled naturalist guides will make the experience all the more enjoyable, offering you knowledge on the location and its inhabitants and assisting in activities during your cruise. When not relaxing onboard, you can enjoy kayaking alongside the Amazon’s mysterious rainforest shores with unique flora and fauna or experience it closer during one on-land excursions. Appealing tropical Ecuadorian dishes with classic Amazonian ingredients are served during your cruise and will complete your authentic Amazon experience. Additionally, ample sitting areas and comfortable beds in Suites with floor – to – ceiling windows will offer you a permanent view of the incredible Amazon shores.
* Itinerary is subject to change depending on weather conditions and government regulations.
Our adventure begins in Quito, the capital of Ecuador. After a 30-minute flight from Quito to the Amazonian city of Coca, we will transfer to the dock and board our motorized canoe for a 90-minute journey down the river, taking in the beauty of the Amazon, until we reach the Anakonda Amazon Cruise and receive our warm welcome aboard. On the Anakonda, we will be joined by expert local naturalist guides, who will provide us with a brief, informative introduction to the Ecuadorian Amazon; and afterwards guests will have the opportunity to explore our cruise ship and admire the rainforest landscape as we glide down the Napo River. After a delicious dinner, we will take a nighttime forest walk to hear the sounds of the rainforest and observe the nocturnal wildlife.
We will travel downstream to the Pañayacu River delta, where we will embark on a canoe trip to Pañacocha Lake (“Piranha Lagoon” in the native Kichwa language), an ecosystem flooded by blackwater river water. The surrounding protected rainforest is home to primates and birds and is the perfect habitat for piranhas, the Paíche or pirarucu (one of the world’s largest freshwater fish), the white caiman, and hundreds of other aquatic animals. The surrounding protected rainforest is home to primates and various bird species, which we will be able to spot during a walk with our guides. We will then recharge our energy with an Amazon-style barbeque at a community camp, and after a short rest, we will take part in aquatic activities such as kayaking and/or swimming. Back on board the Anakonda, we will build on what we learned with an interesting talk about the region given by our guides.
We will set out on our motorized canoes early in the morning to witness one of the most incredible sights on this side of the Western Amazon - the famous parrot clay licks. This unique place is rich in minerals and attracts hundreds of colorful parrots, parakeets and Amazon birds who meet up here to lick the clay which provides a healthy boost to their digestion. In the afternoon we will visit the Kichwa women’s community project, where we will learn about the indigenous lifestyle along the Napo river, their ancestral culture, and their community, and will have the opportunity to support them by purchasing handicrafts, local products, and souvenirs, as well as the opportunity to participate in the Charapas Turtle Conservation that we support together with the community.
This is where our adventure ends! But first, we will enjoy our return to Puerto Providencia where we will disembark the Anakonda Amazon Cruise and ride back to the city of Coca in the motorized canoe.
Enjoy a highly prized experience characterized by its first class facilities, exceptional culinary offerings, and a unique Amazonian cultural immersion.
The Anakonda and its sister ship the Manatee are the only Amazon River Cruises in the Ecuadorian Amazon.
Guests will get to Birdwatching, Indigenous Community Immersion, Rainforest Walks – Day and Night, Swimming, Kayaking, Canoe Excursions, Handicraft demonstration, Stargazing, and many others.
Travel onboard the Anakonda Amazon River Cruise, the only luxury ship in the Ecuadorian Amazon and experience the jungle in a most unique way! Visit the remote and pristine areas where few have had the opportunity to travel, and interact with the region’s 15 local communities, while enjoying the comforts, commodities and services of a premium boutique hotel onboard with us.
Onboard you can enjoy wine and fine dining, along with excursions into the amazon on skiff boats and onto the shores with the expert expedition crew. The18 suites onboard are equipped with air conditioning and 24-hour electricity, private bathroom with hot water and all necessary amenities. In addition, there are wall-to-wall panoramic windows allowing you to watch the world float by, as you cruise along this majestic river. The observation deck with outdoor Jacuzzi and al fresco lounge are ideal places to have a cocktail, relax or simply enjoy the spectacular views.
To accommodate families, Anakonda offers four interconnecting suites.
Ice Class:
Length: 148 feet / 47 m
Breadth: 30ft / 9mMax
Draft: Cruising
Speed:
Electricity: 110 / 220 volts Passenger
Capacity:40
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We believe that appropriate accommodation should add to the authentic travel experience, as well as providing utmost enjoyment. For that reason our accommodation is scrutinised by our staff on the ground frequently, ensuring the properties adhere to our high standards. This key will help you understand the levels of accommodation available on this tour.
Comfortable properties with dependable facilities and service.
Comfortable properties with dependable facilities and service.
Luxurious properties with impeccable facilities and service.
Amazon Anakonda Experience from AUD 4,575 | ||
Selected Sundays |
Please note some activities are subject to weather conditions.
Prices are based on per person, twin share* (unless otherwise stated)
Prices are correct at time of publishing but are subject to change at any time
* Itinerary is subject to change depending on weather conditions and government regulations.
All on board accommodation
All meals on board
English-speaking naturalist guide
Compulsory Contribution to the local communities (Approximately $70 USD per person)
Water, coffee and tea beverages
Transfers to/from Coca to the vessel when arriving/departing on recommended flights
Return airfares from Quito to Coca (approximately USD $250 per person - subject to change)
Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
Alcoholic and non-alcholic beverages not specified
Travel insurance
Personal expenses
Gratuities for tour guides and staff
Any meals not mentioned
Any items not mentioned as included
A single supplement surcharge applies and is subject to availability. Please contact us for more information.
Seasonality, fuel surcharges, currency fluctuations and availability at time of booking.