Manatee Amazon Explorer
OVERVIEW
Key Features:
- Napo River
- Air-conditioned rooms with panoramic windows
- Sundeck with a Jacuzzi
The Manatee Amazon Explorer is a first class flotel for up to 30 guests that cruises the Napo River. It features 14 ample guestrooms with air conditioning and wall-to-wall windows. Four deluxe cabins with Jacuzzis are available.
The many spacious social areas include a panoramic restaurant and bar, an alfresco lounge, a small spa and an observation deck with an outdoor Jacuzzi.
While the Manatee Amazon Explorer 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
The Manatee Amazon Explorer features 14 suites for up to 30 guests. All guestrooms have air conditioning, floor-to-ceiling windows, a private balcony, a hair dryer and a safety box.
Second Deck:
8 Standard Double Suites (19 m2 / 205 ft2)
- 1 Matrimonial bed or 2 twin beds
- Private bathroom with a shower
2 Standard Triple Suites
- 1 Matrimonial bed
- 1 Twin bed
- Private bathroom with a shower
Third Deck:
4 Deluxe Suites (23 m2 / 245 ft2)
- 1 Matrimonial bed or 2 twin beds
- Private bathroom with a Jacuzzi and a shower
SERVICES
20 crew members including a captain, a crew manager and English-speaking native guides will accompany you during the cruise.
- 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 (Friday to Monday):
Day 1 – Friday: Quito – Coca – Napo River
- Arrival in Coca (Francisco de Orellana) and transportation to the M/V Manatee
- 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 – Saturday: 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 Manatee
- Lecture and educational documentary about the region
Day 3 – Sunday: 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 – Monday: Return
- Navigation on the Napo River towards Coca – Disembark and motor canoe ride to Coca
5 Days / 4 Nights (Monday to Friday):
Day 1 – Monday: Quito – Coca – Napo River
- Arrival in Coca (Francisco de Orellana) and transportation to the M/V Manatee
- 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 – Tuesday: 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 – Wednesday: Quecha Family
- Visit to an authentic Quechua family – Cultural immersion
- Upstream navigation – Cooking class on board the M/V Manatee – Handicrafts workshop
Day 4 – Thursday: 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 – Friday: Return
- Navigation on the Napo River towards Coca – Disembark and motor canoe ride to Coca
8 Days / 7 Nights (Friday to Friday):
Day 1 – Friday: Quito – Coca – Napo River
- Arrival in Coca (Francisco de Orellana) and transportation to the M/V Manatee
- 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 – Saturday: 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 Manatee
- Lecture and educational documentary about the region
Day 3 – Sunday: 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 – Monday: Indillama River
- Kayaking on Indillama River to observe wildlife in the Yasuni National Park
- Night walk through the jungle
Day 5 – Tuesday: 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 – Wednesday: Quecha Family
- Visit to an authentic Quechua family – Cultural immersion
- Upstream navigation – Cooking class on board the M/V Manatee – Handicrafts workshop
Day 7 – Thursday: 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 – Friday: Return
- Navigation on the Napo River towards Coca – Disembark and motor canoe ride to Coca
8 Days / 7 Nights (Monday to Monday):
Day 1 – Monday: Quito – Coca – Napo River
- Arrival in Coca (Francisco de Orellana) and transportation to the M/V Manatee
- 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 – Tuesday: 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 – Wednesday: Quecha Family
- Visit to an authentic Quechua family – Cultural immersion
- Upstream navigation – Cooking class on board the M/V Manatee – Handicrafts workshop
Day 4 – Thursday: 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 – Friday: Indillama River
- Kayaking on Indillama River to observe wildlife in the Yasuni National Park
- Night walk through the jungle
Day 6 – Saturday: 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 Manatee
- Lecture and educational documentary about the region
Day 7 – Sunday: 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 – Monday: 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 Cabin |
Deluxe Cabin |
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| 4 Days/3 Nights | US $1980 | US $2390 |
| 5 Days/4 Nights | US $2480 | US $2990 |
| 8 Days/7 Nights | US $3900 | US $4750 |
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 – Manatee – 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.
