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The Anakonda Amazon River Cruise is the only luxury cruise liner in the Ecuadorian Amazon.
Travel on board the M/V Anakonda, the only luxury ship in the Ecuadorian Amazon and experience the Ecuadorian jungle in a most unique way! Visit the remote and pristine areas where few have had the opportunity to travel, and interact with the region’s 15 local communities, while enjoying the comforts, facilities and services of a 5- star boutique hotel on board with us in the middle of the Ecuadorian Amazon.
Passengers can socialize in the dining room, bar, observation deck with outdoor Jacuzzi, and in the al fresco lounge. There is also a small boutique where one can purchase souvenirs, or perhaps some vanity products that may have been left behind at home.
Our guests will be assisted by our 25-person crew, including a concierge, purser, paramedic, 4 skilled nature guides, and 4 local guides.
Location:
The Anakonda Amazon River Cruise departs from the port city of El Coca, Ecuador. Coca has 3 daily flights from Quito, Ecuador’s capital. The flights are 45 minutes long.
Dining:
Travelers on board the M/V Anakonda will enjoy a wide variety of national and international fusion cuisine. We take traditional and well-known cuisine from all over the world and adapt it using fresh, local products. It’s not unusual for our guests to enjoy unique fare such as Quinoa Risotto or the famous “Encocado de Pescado” an exquisite fish prepared in coconut sauce.
Seasons:
The Anakonda Amazon River Cruise operates year round. Every trip is unique, based on the changing seasons. During the high water season, when the water levels of rivers and inlets grow, launch boats are able to venture deeper into the flooded forest. During the low water season, the river recedes to form beautiful sandy river beaches.
Accommodations:
Its 18 suites, each with an area of 172-258 square feet, feature sitting areas, large and comfortable beds, and wall-to-wall panoramic windows.are equipped with air conditioning and 24-hour electricity, each with a private bathroom with hot water and all necessary amenities, allowing our guests to enjoy their cruise with nothing to worry about. To accommodate families, Anakonda offers 2 sets of interconnected suites.
“Glamping” (Glamorous camping)
Is a new and unique product in the Ecuadorian Amazon, camping in the middle of the rainforest on a glomorous way, with all the commodities and nothing to worry about besides relaxing and enjoying the fauna and flora of the region. Each camp is fully sealed and above ground on a wooden platform equipped with comfortable beds, charming rustic furniture and superior service. Our guests will be able to enjoy gourmet meals, champagne and hot showers in our tented camp area after an exciting nature walk.
You may choose between several different camp sites, where you can enjoy and explore the beautiful rainforest and its incredible biodiversity of plants and animals, such as the black caimans or otters. In the evening, a local guide will tell you exciting stories about adventures and the way of life in the magical amazon region.
In the morning, travellers will go for a kayak excursion on the river and observe incredible wildlife. After a delicious breakfast, they will go back on board the Anakonda Amazon River Cruise.
This is an additional program, with a maximum capacity of up to 8 guests.
Deck plan Anakonda Amazon Cruise
First Deck Includes lobby, dining room, and crew quarters.
Second Deck Where you’ll find the boutique and standard suites.
Third Deck Features the bar, lounge, and deluxe suites.
Sun Deck Where you’ll enjoy the outdoor hot tub, lazy chairs, and extraordinary views.
Standard Suite 14 Standard suites (20 m² / 215 ft²) with French balconies
Deluxe Suite 4 Deluxe suites (24 m² / 258 ft²) with whirlpool bathtub and private balconies
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| BUIL T: | 2013 |
| PORT OF EMBARKATION: | Coca, Ecuador |
| VESSEL’S REGISTRY: | Ecuador |
| TYPE OF VESSEL: | River Expedition Vessel |
| LENGTH: | 148 feet / 45 m |
| BEAM: | 30 feet / 9 m |
| DRAFT: | 5 feet / 1.5 m |
| GROSS TONNAGE: | 300 tons |
| CRUISING SPEED: | 12 knots |
| ELECTRICITY: | 110 / 220 volts |
| ENGINES: | Cummins x 2 / 450HP |
| GENERATORS: |
Cummins x 2 / 95 KVA |
| WATER: |
8000-liter water treatment plant |
| SAFETY: | GPS tracking by the Ecuadorian Navy, radio communication with separate battery pack, satellite phone, satellite internet, life jackets, flares and signals, fire extinguishers and smoke detectors in each cabin |
| LAUNCH BOATS: | 2 fiberglass ecologic canoes equipped with four-stroke low emission engines; constant radio communications with the main vessel. Total capacity of 40 passengers. |
| CREW: | 25 crew members including a captain, cruise manager, concierge, English-speaking native guides, crew members and staff |
| SUITES: | Up to 40 passengers with private facilities. 18 Suites: 4 Deluxe suites with private balconies & 14 standard suites (4 interconnected) with French balconies. All suites have large panoramic windows with a view and include air conditioning system |
| SUITES FEATURES: | Full sized beds that can be converted to a queen-sized bed, bathroom with shower, toilet, sink, cabinet, hairdryer and a basket of toiletries, hot water available 24-hours. |
| SOCIAL AREAS: | *Bar-Lounge / Conference room*Indoor Dining Room*Outside Lounge with “al fresco” dining facilities*Spacious sundeck with one outdoor Jacuzzi*Boutique |
Itineraries
DAY 1
SUNDAY: QUITO – COCA – NAPO RIVER
Our adventure begins in Quito, the capital of Ecuador. After a 30-minute flight from Quito to the Amazonian city of Coca, we will transfer to the dock and board our motorized canoe for a 90-minute journey down the river, taking in the beauty of the Amazon, until we reach the Anakonda Amazon Cruise and receive our warm welcome aboard. On the Anakonda, we will be joined by expert local naturalist guides, who will provide us with a brief, informative introduction to the Ecuadorian Amazon; and afterwards guests will have the opportunity to explore our cruise ship and admire the rainforest landscape as we glide down the Napo River. After a delicious dinner, we will take a nighttime forest walk to hear the sounds of the rainforest and observe the nocturnal wildlife.
DAY 2
MONDAY: PAÑACOCHA, THE MYTHICAL PIRANHA LAGOON
We will travel downstream to the Pañayacu River delta, where we will embark on a canoe trip to Pañacocha Lake (“Piranha Lagoon” in the native Kichwa language), an ecosystem flooded by blackwater river water. The surrounding protected rainforest is home to primates and birds and is the perfect habitat for piranhas, the Paíche or pirarucu (one of the world’s largest freshwater fish), the white caiman, and hundreds of other aquatic animals. The surrounding protected rainforest is home to primates and various bird species, which we will be able to spot during a walk with our guides. We will then recharge our energy with an Amazon-style barbeque at a community camp, and after a short rest, we will take part in aquatic activities such as kayaking and/or swimming. Back on board the Anakonda, we will build on what we learned with an interesting talk about the region given by our guides.
DAY 3
TUESDAY: PARROT CLAY LICKS AND AMAZON COMMUNITIES
We will set out on our motorized canoes early in the morning to witness one of the most incredible sights on this side of the Western Amazon - the famous parrot clay licks. This unique place is rich in minerals and attracts hundreds of colorful parrots, parakeets and Amazon birds who meet up here to lick the clay which provides a healthy boost to their digestion. In the afternoon we will visit the Kichwa women’s community project, where we will learn about the indigenous lifestyle along the Napo river, their ancestral culture, and their community, and will have the opportunity to support them by purchasing handicrafts, local products, and souvenirs, as well as the opportunity to participate in the Charapas Turtle Conservation that we support together with the community.
DAY 4
WEDNESDAY: RETURN
This is where our adventure ends! But first, we will enjoy our return to Puerto Providencia where we will disembark the Anakonda Amazon Cruise and ride back to the city of Coca in the motorized canoe.
DAY 1
WEDNESDAY: QUITO – COCA – NAPO RIVER
Our adventure begins in Quito, the capital of Ecuador. After a 30-minute flight from Quito to the Amazonian city of Coca, we will transfer to the dock and board our motorized canoe for a 90-minute journey down the river, taking in the beauty of the Amazon, until we reach the Anakonda Amazon Cruise and receive our warm welcome aboard. On the Anakonda, we will be joined by expert local naturalist guides, who will provide us with a brief, informative introduction to the Ecuadorian Amazon; and afterwards guests will have the opportunity to explore our cruise ship and admire the rainforest landscape as we glide down the Napo River. After a delicious dinner, we will take a nighttime forest walk to hear the sounds of the rainforest and observe the nocturnal wildlife.
DAY 2
THURSDAY: HOME OF THE LEGENDARY PINK RIVER DOLPHIN AND THE SECOYA COMMUNITY
In the morning we will explore the lower part of the Napo River, where we will spot different bird species such as eagles, oropendolas, and the celebrated woodpeckers. In the afternoon we will visit Yasuni National Park, one of the most biodiverse places on the planet and home to the legendary pink dolphin. This is the perfect opportunity to participate in our pink dolphin conservation program, which we are involved in together with the Martinica community in the Cocaya area, providing a safe haven where these dolphins can live and feed without the risk of being hunted. The Secoyas people, a minority ancestral culture, live near Yasuni and will show us how to prepare traditional cassava bread during our visit.
DAY 3
FRIDAY: KICHWA FAMILY AND LIFE ONBOARD
We will begin the day by visiting an authentic Kichwa family on the banks of the Napo River, where we will have the opportunity to learn directly from members of the local community about their lifestyle. We will then board the Anakonda and participate in a cooking class with our expert chef, who will show us how to prepare exquisite traditional Ecuadorian fare. Guests are also invited to try their hand at traditional handicrafting or to take in the magnificent Amazon environment from our open-air hot tub, enjoy cocktails at our Bar and Lounge, or delight in some nighttime stargazing from our Observation Deck. Our more active guests will have the opportunity to explore nature in this area by kayak.
DAY 4
SATURDAY: FOREST ADVENTURE AND CANOPY OBSERVATION TOWER
We start the day by visiting an observation tower built in a giant millenary kapok tree, where guests can marvel at the impressive 360° view from the top overlooking the treetops of the forest canopy and contemplate the sheer vastness of the Amazon. In the afternoon, we will explore the primary forest and spot the different plant and wildlife species endemic to this ecosystem. We can also find the strange and unique bird known as the hoatzin, or as it’s known locally, the “stinkbird”.
DAY 5
SUNDAY: RETURN
This is where our adventure ends! But first, we will enjoy our return to Puerto Providencia where we will disembark the Anakonda Amazon Cruise and ride back to the city of Coca in the motorized canoe.
DAY 1
SUNDAY: QUITO – COCA – NAPO RIVER
Our adventure begins in Quito, the capital of Ecuador. After a 30-minute flight from Quito to the Amazonian city of Coca, we will transfer to the dock and board our motorized canoe for a 90-minute journey down the river, taking in the beauty of the Amazon, until we reach the Anakonda Amazon Cruise and receive our warm welcome aboard. On the Anakonda, we will be joined by expert local naturalist guides, who will provide us with a brief, informative introduction to the Ecuadorian Amazon; and afterwards guests will have the opportunity to explore our cruise ship and admire the rainforest landscape as we glide down the Napo River. After a delicious dinner, we will take a nighttime forest walk to hear the sounds of the rainforest and observe the nocturnal wildlife.
DAY 2
MONDAY: PAÑACOCHA, THE MYTHICAL PIRANHA LAGOON
We will travel downstream to the Pañayacu River delta, where we will embark on a canoe trip to Pañacocha Lake (“Piranha Lagoon” in the native Kichwa language), an ecosystem flooded by blackwater river water. The surrounding protected rainforest is home to primates and birds and is the perfect habitat for piranhas, the Paíche or pirarucu (one of the world’s largest freshwater fish), the white caiman, and hundreds of other aquatic animals. The surrounding protected rainforest is home to primates and various bird species, which we will be able to spot during a walk with our guides. We will then recharge our energy with an Amazon-style barbeque at a community camp, and after a short rest, we will take part in aquatic activities such as kayaking and/or swimming. Back on board the Anakonda, we will build on what we learned with an interesting talk about the region given by our guides.
DAY 3
TUESDAY: PARROT CLAY LICKS AND AMAZON COMMUNITIES
We will set out on our motorized canoes early in the morning to witness one of the most incredible sights on this side of the Western Amazon - the famous parrot clay licks. This unique place is rich in minerals and attracts hundreds of colorful parrots, parakeets, and Amazon birds who meet up here to lick the clay which provides a healthy boost to their digestion. In the afternoon we will visit the Kichwa women’s community project, where we will learn about the indigenous lifestyle along the Napo river, their ancestral culture, and their community, and will have the opportunity to support them by purchasing handicrafts, local products, and souvenirs, as well as the opportunity to participate in the Charapas Turtle Conservation that we support together with the community.
DAY 4
WEDNESDAY: INDILLAMA AND NAPO RIVERS, THE NORTH SIDE OF YASUNI NATIONAL PARK
We will begin the day kayaking on the Indillama River, one of the Napo River tributaries that will take us to Yasuni National Park. Kayaks are comfortable, smooth, and silent, providing an ideal opportunity for spotting wildlife. We can also use canoes to travel in search of even more wildlife. After an adventure-filled day, guests can take advantage of our observation deck and experience a magical view under the stars. Our more energetic guests can choose to unwind with a night walk through the jungle in search of nocturnal creatures.
DAY 5
THURSDAY: HOME OF THE LEGENDARY PINK DOLPHIN AND THE SECOYA COMMUNITY
In the morning we will explore the lower part of the Napo River, where we will spot different bird species such as eagles, oropendolas, and the celebrated woodpeckers. In the afternoon we will visit Yasuni National Park, one of the most biodiverse places on the planet and home to the legendary pink dolphin. This is the perfect opportunity to participate in our pink dolphin conservation program, which we are involved in together with the Martinica community in the Cocaya area, providing a safe haven where these dolphins can live and feed without the risk of being hunted. The Secoyas people, a minority ancestral culture, live near Yasuni and will show us how to prepare traditional cassava bread during our visit.
DAY 6
FRIDAY: KICHWA FAMILY AND LIFE ONBOARD
We will begin the day by visiting an authentic Kichwa family on the banks of the Napo River, where we will have the opportunity to learn directly from members of the local community about their lifestyle. We will then board the Anakonda and participate in a cooking class with our expert chef, who will show us how to prepare exquisite traditional Ecuadorian fare. Guests are also invited to try their hand at traditional handicrafting or to take in the magnificent Amazon environment from our open-air hot tub, enjoy cocktails at our Bar and Lounge, or delight in some nighttime stargazing from our Observation Deck. Our more active guests will have the opportunity to explore nature in this area by kayak.
DAY 7
SATURDAY: FOREST ADVENTURE AND CANOPY OBSERVATION TOWER
We start the day by visiting an observation tower built in a giant millenary kapok tree, where guests can marvel at the impressive 360° view from the top overlooking the treetops of the forest canopy and contemplate the sheer vastness of the Amazon. In the afternoon, we will explore the primary forest and spot the different plant and wildlife species endemic to this ecosystem. We can also find the strange and unique bird known as the hoatzin, or as it’s known locally, the “stinkbird”.
DAY 8
SUNDAY: RETURN
This is where our adventure ends! But first, we will enjoy our return to Puerto Providencia where we will disembark the Anakonda Amazon Cruise and ride back to the city of Coca in the motorized canoe.
DAY 1
WEDNESDAY: QUITO – COCA – NAPO RIVER
Our adventure begins in Quito, the capital of Ecuador. After a 30-minute flight from Quito to the Amazonian city of Coca, we will transfer to the dock and board our motorized canoe for a 90-minute journey down the river, taking in the beauty of the Amazon, until we reach the Anakonda Amazon Cruise and receive our warm welcome aboard. On the Anakonda, we will be joined by expert local naturalist guides, who will provide us with a brief, informative introduction to the Ecuadorian Amazon; and afterwards guests will have the opportunity to explore our cruise ship and admire the rainforest landscape as we glide down the Napo River. After a delicious dinner, we will take a nighttime forest walk to hear the sounds of the rainforest and observe the nocturnal wildlife.
DAY 2
THURSDAY: HOME OF THE LEGENDARY PINK DOLPHIN AND THE SECOYA COMMUNITY
In the morning we will explore the lower part of the Napo River, where we will spot different bird species such as eagles, oropendolas, and the celebrated woodpeckers. In the afternoon we will visit Yasuni National Park, one of the most biodiverse places on the planet and home to the legendary pink dolphin. This is the perfect opportunity to participate in our pink dolphin conservation program, which we are involved in together with the Martinica community in the Cocaya area, providing a safe haven where these dolphins can live and feed without the risk of being hunted. The Secoyas people, a minority ancestral culture, live near Yasuni, and will show us how to prepare traditional cassava bread during our visit.
DAY 3
FRIDAY: KICHWA FAMILY AND LIFE ONBOARD
We will begin the day by visiting an authentic Kichwa family on the banks of the Napo River, where we will have the opportunity to learn directly from members of the local community about their lifestyle. We will then board the Anakonda and participate in a cooking class with our expert chef, who will show us how to prepare exquisite traditional Ecuadorian fare. Guests are also invited to try their hand at traditional handicrafting or to take in the magnificent Amazon environment from our open-air hot tub, enjoy cocktails at our Bar and Lounge, or delight in some nighttime stargazing from our Observation Deck. Our more active guests will have the opportunity to explore nature in this area by kayak.
DAY 4
SATURDAY: FOREST ADVENTURE AND CANOPY OBSERVATION TOWER
We start the day by visiting an observation tower built in a giant millenary kapok tree, where guests can marvel at the impressive 360° view from the top overlooking the treetops of the forest canopy and contemplate the sheer vastness of the Amazon. In the afternoon, we will explore the primary forest and spot the different plant and wildlife species endemic to this ecosystem. We can also find the strange and unique bird known as the hoatzin, or as it’s known locally, the “stinkbird”.
DAY 5
SUNDAY: INDILLAMA AND NAPO RIVERS, THE NORTH SIDE OF YASUNI NATIONAL PARK
We will begin the day kayaking on the Indillama River, one of the Napo River tributaries that will take us to Yasuni National Park. Kayaks are comfortable, smooth, and silent, providing an ideal opportunity for spotting wildlife. We can also use canoes to travel in search of even more wildlife. After an adventure-filled day, guests can take advantage of our observation deck and experience a magical view under the stars. Our more energetic guests can choose to unwind with a night walk through the jungle in search of nocturnal creatures.
DAY 6
MONDAY: PAÑACOCHA, THE MYTHICAL PIRANHA LAGOON
We will travel downstream to the Pañayacu River delta, where we will embark on a canoe trip to Pañacocha Lake (“Piranha Lagoon” in the native Kichwa language), an ecosystem flooded by blackwater river water. The surrounding protected rainforest is home to primates and birds and is the perfect habitat for piranhas, the Paíche or pirarucu (one of the world’s largest freshwater fish), the white caiman, and hundreds of other aquatic animals. The surrounding protected rainforest is home to primates and various bird species, which we will be able to spot during a walk with our guides. We will then recharge our energy with an Amazon-style barbeque at a community camp, and after a short rest, we will take part in aquatic activities such as kayaking and/or swimming. Back on board the Anakonda, we will build on what we learned with an interesting talk about the region given by our guides.
DAY 7
TUESDAY: PARROT CLAY LICKS AND AMAZON COMMUNITIES
We will set out on our motorized canoes early in the morning to witness one of the most incredible sights on this side of the Western Amazon - the famous parrot clay licks. This unique place is rich in minerals and attracts hundreds of colorful parrots, parakeets, and Amazon birds who meet up here to lick the clay which provides a healthy boost to their digestion. In the afternoon we will visit the Kichwa women’s community project, where we will learn about the indigenous lifestyle along the Napo river, their ancestral culture, and their community, and will have the opportunity to support them by purchasing handicrafts, local products, and souvenirs, as well as the opportunity to participate in the Charapas Turtle Conservation that we support together with the community.
DAY 8
WEDNESDAY: RETURN
This is where our adventure ends! But first, we will enjoy our return to Puerto Providencia where we will disembark the Anakonda Amazon Cruise and ride back to the city of Coca in the motorized canoe.
- Onboard accommodations
- All meals on board
- Scheduled excursions according to the itinerary with a certified naturalist guide
- Unlimited supply of water, coffee, and tea
- Exclusive access to our VIP Lounge (before and after the cruise)
- Transfers from/to the Vessel when arriving on our recommended flights
- Private & personalized assistance for Quito – Coca - Quito flights at both airports when arriving on our recommended fights
- Air ticket Quito – Coca – Quito, USD 250.00 net per person. This rate includes (if purchasing the air ticket with us): private and personalized assistance for Quito – Coca - Quito flights at both airports. Exclusive access to our VIP Lounge (before and after the cruise) with an air conditioning system, where we will provide our guests with complimentary coffee, tea, water, and light snacks.
** For those passengers who choose not to purchase their air tickets with us, an additional fee of USD 40.00 per person, shall apply for the services listed above.
* Subject to change without prior notice - Admission to local communities and natural reserves (USD 70.00 per person for 4 & 5-day cruises, USD 80.00 per person for an 8-day cruise)
* Subject to change without previous notice. - Transfers to and from Quito’s airport
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
- Gratuities
- Wi-Fi Internet
- Personal expenses
- Other services not specified in the program
2025 RATES
ACCOMMODATION:
- 4 Deluxe Suites, each with private whirlpool bathtub and balcony (2 queen and 2 twin size bed)
- 14 Standard Suites with French balconies (7 queen and 7 twin size bed)
FACILITIES:
- All suites are equipped with air conditioning system and private bathroom with hot water 4 suites with queen beds can be converted to triple suites with sofa bed designed for 2 adults and 1 child (under 12 years old)
2025 RATES IN USD PER PERSON DBL ACCOMMODATION
| TYPE OF ACCOMMODATION | TYPE OF CABIN | MAXIMUM CAPACITY | CRUISE LENGTH | ||
| 4D / 3N | 5D / 4N | 8D / 7N | |||
| SUN - WED | WED - SUN | SUN-SUN / WED-WED | |||
| DOUBLE | Standard Suite | 32 passengers | $ 2.995 | $ 3.743 | $ 5.990 |
| TRIPLE | $ 2.546 | $ 3.182 | $ 5.092 | ||
| SINGLE | $ 4.493 | $5.615 | $ 8.985 | ||
| CHILDREN UNDER 12 YRS OLD | $ 1.498 | $ 1.872 | $ 2.995 | ||
| DOUBLE | Deluxe Suite | 8 passengers | $ 3.749 | $ 4.679 | $ 7485 |
| TRIPLE | $ 3.187 | $ 3.978 | $ 6.363 | ||
| SINGLE | $ 5.624 | $ 7.019 | $ 11.228 | ||
| CHILDREN UNDER 12 YRS OLD | $ 1.875 | $ 2.340 | $ 3.743 | ||
| GLAMPING (Optional Excursion) | Up to 8 passengers (Minimum 2 passengers) | $ 500,00 per person | |||
IMPORTANT NOTES:
- Child rate applies to 1 child per cabin.
- The minimum age to navigate on our river cruise is 6-years-old (from the start of the trip)
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