Anakonda Amazon Cruise
OVERVIEW
Key Features:
- Cruise along Napo River
- Air-conditioned rooms with panoramic windows
- Sundeck with two Jacuzzis
- Interconnected cabins for families
Cruise the majestic Napo River and explore remote jungle areas, while enjoying the comforts and services of a 5-star boutique hotel on board the M/V Anakonda.
The Anakonda Amazon Cruise is a luxury flotel for up to 40 guests that features 18 spacious guestrooms with air conditioning and floor-to-ceiling windows. Four standard rooms are interconnected and therefore ideal for families. Each one of the four deluxe suites features a Jacuzzi and a private balcony.
The many spacious social areas include a bar, an outdoor lounge and an observation deck with two Jacuzzis.
While the Anakonda Amazon Cruise always stays on the Napo River, a small fleet of motor canoes will take you to remote places deep inside the rain forest for your daily activities.
ROOMS & SERVICES
ACCOMMODATION
All guestrooms feature air conditioning, wall-to-wall windows, a desk, a hair dryer and a safety box.
Second Deck:
8 Standard Double Suites (20 m2 / 215 ft2)
- 1 Matrimonial bed or 2 twin beds
- Private bathroom with a shower
4 Interconnected Standard Suites (20 m2 / 215 ft2)
- 1 Matrimonial bed or 2 twin beds
- Private bathroom with a shower
Third Deck:
4 Deluxe Suites (24 m2 / 258 ft2)
- 1 Matrimonial bed or 2 twin beds
- Private balcony
- Private bathroom with a Jacuzzi and a shower
SERVICES
- 24-hour electricity (110 AC)
- Hot and cold water
- Life vests
- Toiletries (shampoo and soap)
- Towels
Vegetarian and other special meals upon request.
PHOTOS
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ITINERARY
4 Days / 3 Nights (Sunday to Wednesday):
Day 1 – Sunday: Quito – Coca – Napo River
- Arrival in Coca (Francisco de Orellana) and transportation to the M/V Anakonda
- Settle in on board – Introduction to the Ecuadorian Amazon by your naturalist guide
- Nighttime forest walk – Observe and listen to the jungle’s nocturnal activity
Day 2 – Monday: Pañacocha Biological Corridor
- Travel downstream to the Pañayacu River Delta
- Explore the Pañacocha Lake’s flooded blackwater ecosystem by canoe – Wildlife watching
- Nature walk
- Amazon-style BBQ
- Kayaking and swimming in the Pañacocha Lake – Return to the M/V Anakonda
- Lecture and educational documentary about the region
Day 3 – Tuesday: Parrot Clay Licks – Community Visit – Observation Tower
- Observe colorful parrots, parakeets and other amazon birds at the parrot clay licks
- Visit to the Quechua Cultural Center to learn about the Amazon communities
- Wildlife/bird watching from an observation tower
Day 4 – Wednesday: Return
- Navigation on the Napo River towards Coca – Disembark and motor canoe ride to Coca
5 Days / 4 Nights (Wednesday to Sunday):
Day 1 – Wednesday: Quito – Coca – Napo River
- Arrival in Coca (Francisco de Orellana) and transportation to the M/V Anakonda
- Settle in on board – Introduction to the Ecuadorian Amazon by your naturalist guide
- Nighttime forest walk – Observe and listen to the jungle’s nocturnal activity
Day 2 – Thursday: Yasuni National Park
- Expedition into the Yasuní National Park, home of the pink river dolphin, anacondas, various primate species and many more.
- Canoeing in a blackwater lake with chances to see giant otters – Hike in the Riparian/Gallery Forest with wildlife watching
Day 3 – Friday: Quecha Family
- Visit to an authentic Quechua family – Cultural immersion
- Upstream navigation – Cooking class on board the M/V Anakonda – Handicrafts workshop
Day 4 – Saturday: Forest walk – Observation Tower – Caiman Watching
- Relax on board – Walk through the nearby forest
- Wildlife/bird watching from an observation tower
- Canoe ride to search for caimans
Day 5 – Sunday: Return
- Navigation on the Napo River towards Coca – Disembark and motor canoe ride to Coca
8 Days / 7 Nights (Sunday to Sunday):
Day 1 – Sunday: Quito – Coca – Napo River
- Arrival in Coca (Francisco de Orellana) and transportation to the M/V Anakonda
- Settle in on board – Introduction to the Ecuadorian Amazon by your naturalist guide
- Nighttime forest walk – Observe and listen to the jungle’s nocturnal activity
Day 2 – Monday: Pañacocha Biological Corridor
- Travel downstream to the Pañayacu River Delta
- Explore the Pañacocha Lake’s flooded blackwater ecosystem by canoe – Wildlife watching
- Nature walk
- Amazon-style BBQ
- Kayaking and swimming in the Pañacocha Lake – Return to the M/V Anakonda
- Lecture and educational documentary about the region
Day 3 – Tuesday: Parrot Clay Licks – Community Visit – Observation Tower
- Observe colorful parrots, parakeets and other amazon birds at the parrot clay licks
- Visit to the Quechua Cultural Center to learn about the Amazon communities
- Wildlife/bird watching from an observation tower
Day 4 – Wednesday: Indillama River
- Kayaking on Indillama River to observe wildlife in the Yasuni National Park
- Night walk through the jungle
Day 5 – Thursday: Yasuni National Park
- Expedition into the Yasuní National Park, home of the pink river dolphin, anacondas, various primate species and many more.
- Canoeing in a blackwater lake with chances to see giant otters – Hike in the Riparian/Gallery Forest with wildlife watching
Day 6 – Friday: Quecha Family
- Visit to an authentic Quechua family – Cultural immersion
- Upstream navigation – Cooking class on board the M/V Anakonda – Handicrafts workshop
Day 7 – Saturday: Forest walk – Observation Tower – Caiman Watching
- Relax on board – Walk through the nearby forest
- Wildlife/bird watching from an observation tower
- Canoe ride to search for caimans
Day 8 – Sunday: Return
- Navigation on the Napo River towards Coca – Disembark and motor canoe ride to Coca
8 Days / 7 Nights (Wednesday to Wednesday):
Day 1 – Wednesday: Quito – Coca – Napo River
- Arrival in Coca (Francisco de Orellana) and transportation to the M/V Anakonda
- Settle in on board – Introduction to the Ecuadorian Amazon by your naturalist guide
- Nighttime forest walk – Observe and listen to the jungle’s nocturnal activity
Day 2 – Thursday: Yasuni National Park
- Expedition into the Yasuní National Park, home of the pink river dolphin, anacondas, various primate species and many more.
- Canoeing in a blackwater lake with chances to see giant otters – Hike in the Riparian/Gallery Forest with wildlife watching
Day 3 – Friday: Quecha Family
- Visit to an authentic Quechua family – Cultural immersion
- Upstream navigation – Cooking class on board the M/V Anakonda – Handicrafts workshop
Day 4 – Saturday: Forest walk – Observation Tower – Caiman Watching
- Relax on board – Walk through the nearby forest
- Wildlife/bird watching from an observation tower
- Canoe ride to search for caimans
Day 5 – Sunday: Indillama River
- Kayaking on Indillama River to observe wildlife in the Yasuni National Park
- Night walk through the jungle
- Navigation on the Napo River towards Coca – Disembark and motor canoe ride to Coca
Day 6 – Monday: Pañacocha Biological Corridor
- Travel downstream to the Pañayacu River Delta
- Explore the Pañacocha Lake’s flooded blackwater ecosystem by canoe – Wildlife watching
- Nature walk
- Amazon-style BBQ
- Kayaking and swimming in the Pañacocha Lake – Return to the M/V Anakonda
- Lecture and educational documentary about the region
Day 7 – Tuesday: Parrot Clay Licks – Community Visit – Observation Tower
- Observe colorful parrots, parakeets and other amazon birds at the parrot clay licks
- Visit to the Quechua Cultural Center to learn about the Amazon communities
- Wildlife/bird watching from an observation tower
Day 8 – Wednesday: Return
- Navigation on the Napo River towards Coca – Disembark and motor canoe ride to Coca
RATES
| 2020 Rates per Person (double accommodation) |
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| Standard Suite |
Deluxe Suite |
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| 4 Days/3 Nights | US $2390 | US $2900 |
| 5 Days/4 Nights | US $2980 | US $3600 |
| 8 Days/7 Nights | US $4750 | US $5800 |
Traveling as a group? Discounts apply for triple accommodation. Chat with us to learn more.
Rates Include:
- Airport assistance in Quito and Coca*
- Transportation Coca – Anakonda – Coca
- Onboard accommodation
- All meals during the tour
- Purified water, coffee and tea
- Excursions with a licensed bilingual guide (English/Spanish)
- Exclusive access to the VIP lounge (before and after the cruise)*
*Only applies when the flights are booked together with the cruise.
Rates Do Not Include:
- Flight ticket Quito – Coca – Quito ($250 per person**, should be booked together with the cruise)
- Additional beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic)
- Admission to local communities and reserves ($70 for 3-/4-night cruises, $80 for 7-night cruises**)
- Tips
- Wi-Fi internet
- Any services and activities not previously specified
- Bank/credit card fees depending the payment method
** These prices are subject to change.
Important Notes:
We can help you arrange land and air transportation to Coca.
Supplement for a single room: 50%.
Child discount: 50%. Conditions apply.
Itinerary is subject to change for operational reasons.
Midland Travel recommends all passengers to hold a travel insurance including personal medical insurance.
