Smithsonian Journeys 2017
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Amazon River Cruise<br />
Round-trip from Lima<br />
Aboard the 38-guest Zafiro<br />
CRUISE<br />
10 days from $5,345<br />
March 23–April 1, April 27–May 6, May 18–27,<br />
June 15–24, Aug. 17–26, 2018<br />
Squirrel monkey<br />
The Peruvian Amazon River basin is an enthralling world of verdant<br />
tropical waterways and rain forests. Join one of our small-ship<br />
adventures and navigate more than 500 miles of the Amazon River,<br />
where you’ll witness an exciting variety of animals and birds and<br />
come to understand traditional village life.<br />
Highlights Include<br />
Pacaya-Samiria Reserve: Awake to the ever-changing panorama<br />
of jungle life in this special area, the best chance for rare wildlife<br />
sightings.<br />
Tropical Wildlife: Gain up-close views of gray and pink Amazon<br />
River dolphins, red howler and squirrel monkeys, monk sakis,<br />
sloths, and other animals. You’ll also see colorful parrots, toucans,<br />
blue-and-gold and scarlet macaws, and the distinctive hoatzin.<br />
Active Adventure: Take exciting daily expeditions by excursion boat<br />
or kayak and enjoy nature walks that take you into the rain forest.<br />
River Villages: Visit small villages along the shore, accompanied<br />
by your local guides. You’ll learn about the lives of the Ribereño and<br />
Bora Indian people and their medicinal plants and folklore, stop at<br />
a school, or join a soccer game.<br />
Zafiro: This luxury riverboat is ideal for traveling on the river given<br />
its modern comforts, spacious public areas, and superb service.The<br />
delightful top deck features a lounge with floor to ceiling windows,<br />
which serves as a hub for lectures, while the outdoor bar is ideal<br />
for stargazing.<br />
Space reserved for 20 <strong>Smithsonian</strong> <strong>Journeys</strong> guests.<br />
On excursion on the Amazon<br />
The luxurious riverboat Zafiro<br />
PERU<br />
Iquitos<br />
(Amazon)<br />
Rio Marañon<br />
Amazon River<br />
Pacifi<br />
Ocean<br />
Lima<br />
Overnight/Featured Site<br />
Ship<br />
Air<br />
Pacaya-Samiria Reserve<br />
Ranger Station<br />
Ucayali River<br />
<strong>Smithsonian</strong> <strong>Journeys</strong> Experts<br />
Greg Shriver (March)–ecologist with<br />
expertise in avian ecology and conservation.<br />
Nina Zitani (April/May)–entomologist<br />
with expertise in biodiversity conservation.<br />
Jesus Rivas (June)–biologist and ecologist<br />
with expertise in conservation. Ed Smith<br />
(Aug.)–biologist in the Amazonian<br />
department at <strong>Smithsonian</strong>’s National Zoo.<br />
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