Amazon River Cruise

Amazon River Cruise

3-Nights/4-Days| Conservation, Wildlife, and Rainforest Scenery

Discover the Rainforest

Pair the Galápagos Islands with another of the planet’s richest ecosystems: the Amazon Rainforest. A river cruise aboard the Anakonda lets you explore this extraordinary wilderness in comfort, revealing a side of Ecuador that feels worlds away from the volcanic islands — yet completes the story of biodiversity, culture, and conservation.

This extension is easily added before or after your Galápagos adventure, with flights connecting through Quito.

Cruise the Amazon Aboard the Anakonda

The Anakonda is Ecuador’s only luxury expedition vessel in the Amazon. With just 40 guests, it offers an intimate way to explore the rainforest in comfort. Staterooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows, en suite facilities, and air-conditioning; select suites add private balconies. Onboard, enjoy a panoramic lounge, dining room, bar, and observation deck — the perfect base between adventures on the river.

Access Remote Corners

Navigate hidden tributaries and blackwater lagoons that few travelers ever reach.

Contribute to Conservation

Visit community projects and learn how ecotourism supports local stewardship of the Amazon.

See Unique Flora and Fauna

Spot monkeys, pink river dolphins, macaws, caimans, and more than 500 bird species.

Itinerary

Day 1 | Sunday
Flight Quito → Coca, transfer by motorized canoe to Anakonda. Welcome aboard, dinner, and nighttime forest walk.

Day 2 | Monday
Navigate to Pañayacu River delta. Canoe into Pañacocha Lake for wildlife encounters. Amazon-style barbecue, swimming, kayaking.

Day 3 | Tuesday
Morning visit to parrot clay licks, where hundreds of parrots and parakeets gather. Afternoon visit to a Kichwa community women’s project and the Charapas Turtle conservation initiative.

Day 4 | Wednesday
Disembark and return by canoe to Coca for your flight to Quito. Transfer to your hotel.

Ready to Plan?

At INCA, we connect each extension seamlessly to your Galápagos adventure. Share your interests, and we’ll take care of the details so you can simply step aboard and enjoy the journey.

Inquire to book: Email Us |Call Us +1 510-420-1550

Quick Info:

Trip Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
Vessel: Anakonda Amazon Explorer (40 guests)
Route: Napo River, Ecuadorian Amazon (Quito → Coca flights included)
Activity Level: Easy to Moderate — daily excursions by canoe and on foot; optional hikes and community visits
Highlights: Wildlife viewing (monkeys, parrots, pink dolphins), parrot clay licks, Kichwa community visit, guided rainforest walks, and panoramic river cruising
Best Time to Go: Year-round (expect warm, humid weather with chances of rain in all seasons)

  • Inclusions

    • Domestic flights Quito–Coca–Quito

    • All transfers

    • Accommodations aboard Anakonda (air-conditioned stateroom with private bath)

    • All meals during the cruise

    • Guided daily excursions with English-speaking naturalists

    • Rain ponchos and rubber boots

  • Exclusions

    • Gratuities

    • Alcoholic beverages

    • Spa services and optional activities

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