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Grand Amazon Expedition (Luxury Amazon Cruises)

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Grand Amazon Expedition (Luxury Amazon Cruises)

About Grand Amazon Expedition (Luxury Amazon Cruises)

A floating five-star hotel where every cabin has a balcony and pink dolphins swim past.

The Grand Amazon Expedition by Iberostar is the Amazon's all-inclusive experience that encompasses everything from top-shelf cocktails to guided jungle walks - and a good dose of luxury too. Departing from Manaus on Mondays and Fridays, there are three itineraries to choose from: the Solimões River (3 nights), the Rio Negro (4 nights), or both (7 nights). A variety of day and night-time activities with excellent guides are included and in many locations, you'll leave the ship on a small, solar-powered boat to explore the wildest corners of this incredible ecosystem. Back on board, the ship has everything from spa treatments to swim-up bars, ensuring plenty of R&R between jaunts.

Amazonas , Brazil

From $490 per person/per night

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The property

This purpose-built Amazon vessel combines the amenities of a luxury ocean liner with intimate scale needed for river navigation. Two restaurants serve everything from international cuisine to exotic Amazonian specialties like fresh tambaqui and cupuaçu cocktails, while two bars keep the drinks flowing from morning coffee to evening sundowners. There are two swimming pools on board (one with a jacuzzi), a fully-equipped spa and fitness centre and in the evening, entertainment includes live music, folkloric shows, and educational lectures about the wildlife. The ship is also entirely plastic-free.

The rooms

Every one of the 72 spacious cabins has a private river-view balcony, the standout feature of the Grand Amazon. The standard cabins, spread across three decks, are all identical and include aircon, a TV, minibars and safes, and a full bathroom with hot shower. There are also two Royal Suites, each at 50 square-metres, with separate living areas, dining tables and larger balconies with sun loungers. Family rooms connect two standard cabins with shared access and are also good for larger groups.

Activities

Whichever itinerary you opt for, there are plenty of ways to see the Amazon. Daily excursions use smaller, solar-powered motorboats and traditional canoes to access areas the main ship cannot, and you'll have the chance to explore flooded forests and lakes, and visit the local communities to share in their culture and traditional practices. Guided jungle walks reveal fascinating plants and flowers - and plenty of photo opportunities - or you may choose to try your hand at piranha fishing from a traditional wooden canoe.

Why we love it

Every single cabin has a private, river-view balcony, so you've always got front-row seats to the Amazon's greatest show.

Insiders Tip

Keep your eyes peeled for the ‘Meeting of the Waters’ phenomenon, where the Solimões and Negro rivers flow side by side without mixing.

Something to think about

The structured excursion schedule is definitely less flexible than independent exploration, but it does come with wildlife encounters that most people only see in documentaries.

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How to book Grand Amazon Expedition (Luxury Amazon Cruises)

How do I book Grand Amazon Expedition (Luxury Amazon Cruises)?

Grand Amazon Expedition (Luxury Amazon Cruises) can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Brazil trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Brazil trips featuring Grand Amazon Expedition (Luxury Amazon Cruises) or get advice and suggestions from one of our Brazil specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.

How much does it cost to stay at Grand Amazon Expedition (Luxury Amazon Cruises)?

Stays at Grand Amazon Expedition (Luxury Amazon Cruises) start from around $490 per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

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