The M/F Arapaima is a brand new Amazon Expedition Cruise vessel.
It began sailing out of the city of Iquitos, Peru on regular
scheduled cruise and expedition departures in January 2008. The
ship was built in its entirety in the shipyards of Iquitos, Peru
and now offers deluxe accommodations to 32 passengers on each
sailing.
Much thought went into the planning and design of the Arapaima.
Maximum passenger comfort had to be provided in cabins and on
deck areas while the ship had to provide a smooth sailing on the
mighty Amazon River as well as on the smaller tributaries. The
success of many trips depend on the access a vessel has to these
smaller rivers. Larger ships are not able to enter these smaller
waterways making for a less attractive Amazon Experience.
The Arapaima provides International travelers with
programmed itineraries and charters to the frontier cities
of Leticia (Colombia) / Tabatinga (Brazil), Pacaya / Samiria
National Reserve, and Tapiche River system among other areas in
the Peruvian Amazon.
Blending classic elegance with modern
sophistication, the 120-foot M/F Arapaima has a style all its
own. She has a well distributed passenger’s three deck areas --
At mid and upper deck there are a total of 14 comfortable
out-side cabins plus a suite featuring panoramic window,
air-conditioning, ample closet, writing desk, chair and a roomy
bathroom/shower with hot and cold water.
The air-conditioned and open-seating
dining room / bar offers passengers a lovely place where they
can enjoy tasty and varied Peruvian local, national and
international buffet style cuisine. Overseen by our excellent
and affable chefs, the kitchen crew makes use of the freshest
vegetables and fruits. Meals feature outstanding local fish from
the Amazon along with excellent turkey, chicken and beef.
Alcoholic, non-alcoholic and exotic beverages are
served at an intimate bar while passengers can observe
spectacular views of unimaginable beauty of the passing Amazon
shoreline through panoramic wide windows. From the covered and
uncovered Observation deck passengers can enjoy a drink, take
pictures, relax or read a book in one of the hammocks or just
observe the Amazon rainforest and wildlife, in a fantastic 360
degree panoramic view, at their own pace.
