Aqua Nera

Iquitos

At A Glance

Setting a new standard for luxury river cruising on the Amazon, Aqua Expedition’s newest cruise ship Aqua Nera draws design inspiration from the Peruvian Amazon’s mystical black water lagoons and bears the hallmarks for contemporary style that the brand is known for. Catering to just 40 guests with a 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio, the Aqua Nera has 20 luxurious Design Suites equipped with premium fittings and bedding, as well as full air-conditioning and full-length windows to admire the endlessly enthralling panorama of the Amazon River and rainforest. Relax and unwind on the observation deck or in the outdoor and indoor lounges and bars. Work up a sweat in the gym, which faces out into the Amazon, and cool off in the outdoor jacuzzi plunge pool. Indulge in show-stopping cuisine at the ...

More Details: Four auxiliary aluminum launch boats for shore excursions, 40 passenger capacity

Cabins: 20 suites across 2 decks

Cruise Area: The Amazon

Location

The Amazon is the largest and most biodiverse rainforest and river system on Earth. Known as Mother Nature’s “Cradle of Life”, the Amazon covers some 40% of South America across nine countries and is home to one-third of all recorded animal species in the world, including 20% of all bird species.

The Aqua Nera is based in Peru, which offers the most direct and accessible path to the heart of the Amazon. Iquitos, where the Aqua Nera sets sail, is just two hours’ flight from the capital and international air hub of Lima and the archaeological treasure trove of Cusco. Each ...

Accommodation

The Aqua Nera has a total of 20 cruise cabins featuring elegant design, modern furniture and 5-star hotel amenities. All suites are equally-sized (30 m2 / 320 ft2) and with triple occupancy, as their interior sofas are convertible (form a sofabed for 1 child). Eight Design Suites (forward on decks 1 and 2) can be booked as "family cabins". These four pairs of interconnecting cabins (combo-sized 60 m2 / 645 ft2) are connected via sliding doors.

As standard amenities, all staterooms provide the follow:

  • Custom-made King-size bed (sized 2x2m, with available twin bed configurations / 1m x 2m) with premium bedding (Peruvian ...
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Exquisite 5 Star Dining

Taste the Amazon with five-star cuisine by born and bred Peruvian chef Pedro Miguel Schiaffino. Internationally recognised by the Government of Peru for his contributions to the development of Peruvian cuisine, chef Schiaffino uses the freshest, local ingredients to create sumptuous and refined food that will leave a lasting impression. His specialities include scallops with wild almonds and umari fruit, escolar fish in aji panka chili adobo, grilled paiche with Amazon huatia potatoes and more. Pair the amazing cuisine with picturesque scenery at the stylish restaurant on the second deck. Choose a dinner dining affair from date ...

Top-Class Service

Experience a heartfelt and personalised brand of first-class hospitality unlike any other on the Amazon. Led by an experienced cruise director, the Aqua Nera sails with 40 experienced crew members including a paramedic and four English-speaking guides. No request is too difficult; so, sit back, relax and let the crew take care of you.

 
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Launch Boats For Shore Excursions

Get up close and personal with the Amazon on one of four auxiliary, aluminium launch boats. With room for up to 10 passengers, the launch boats are equipped with two four-stroke low emission engines and a radio for constant communication with the main vessel. Gliding at water level, the grandeur of the Amazon is unmissable!

 

Amenities

Swim away stress and simultaneously marvel at a gratifying and breathtaking skyline view of Singapore from the rooftop pool and bar. Enjoy the wishful year-round summer at the infinity pool surrounded by a backdrop of monumental landmarks and impressive architectural buildings. The pool experience perfectly caters to every intimacy and intricacy you desire, washing you in a cascade of ethereal bliss.

  • Sun Decks
  • Indoor and outdoor bars
  • Indoor dining room and outdoor private dining
  • Screening room with theatre-style seating
  • Outdoor cinema under the stars
  • Games room with pool table
  • Outside shaded lounge with single and double day beds
  • Antique and artisanal boutique
  • Lobby lounge
  • Observation deck with outdoor sunbeds
  • Top deck ...
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Ship Specifications

  • Year Built: In Progress
  • Year Operational: 2020 (Inaugural voyage Nov 2020)
  • Cabins: 20 suites across 2 decks
  • Ports of Embarkation: Iquitos (Peru)
  • Vessel’s Registry: Peru
  • Type of Vessel: River Expedition Vessel
  • Length: 62.4 meters / 205 feet
  • Beam: 11.5 meters / 38 feet
  • Draft: 1.5 meters / 5 feet
  • Cruising Speed: 12 knots
  • Electricity: 220 volts
  • Engines: 2 x Caterpillars, Tier 3 Emission compliant
  • Generators: 2 x Caterpillars, encapsulated for noise reduction
  • Water: Reverse osmosis and UV water treatment plant
  • AC: Central air-conditioning throughout
  • Laundry: Complimentary service (no dry cleaning on board)
  • Safety: ISM Compliant

 

Contact Us to start planning your holiday onboard the AQUA NERA or take a look at our itineraries to Peru amd The Amazon.