On this 10-day Upper Amazon cruise, experience Lindblad’s expedition style of travel, getting out daily in a variety of ways to actively experience the wonders of the Upper Amazon aboard the 28-guest Delfin II.
Amazon Small Ship Cruises
Amazon River cruises offer a unique and immersive adventure into the heart of one of the world’s most fascinating ecological and cultural regions. These cruises navigate the world’s second-longest river, which flows through Peru, Colombia, and Brazil, and offer passengers an up-close view of the Amazon Rainforest, its incredible biodiversity, and the indigenous cultures that call this region home.
Pacaya-Samiria Reserve
Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve is a vast area of Amazonian jungle known for its animal biodiversity
The Ship: Delfin II
The 28-passenger Delfin II is a stately riverboat built for the express purpose of exploring deep into the Peruvian Amazon.
When to go
Check out our chart that shows the best time to visit the Amazon, based on temperature and weather.
Best Time to Visit - Amazon
| What | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sailings | ||||||||||||
| Avg. Temp (F) (Iquitos, Peru) | 89°/72° | 89°/72° | 89°/72° | 88°/72° | 87°/71° | 87°/70° | 88°/69° | 89°/70° | 90°/70° | 89°/71° | 89°/72° | 89°/74° |
| Avg. Precip. (in.) (Iquitos, Peru) | 11.60 | 8.90 | 11.60 | 12.00 | 11.20 | 7.50 | 7.20 | 6.50 | 7.40 | 9.50 | 10.00 | 12.40 |
Praises to the chef and his crew for the best Lindblad foods so far. Wow! I loved the use of local fruits, etc. and special sauces. Keep the chef. He is excellent and we are foodies.
Amazon Cruise Itineraries
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