Overview of the Manatee Amazon River Cruise
The Manatee Amazon Explorer was built in Coca, Ecuador and was designed specifically to cruise the Amazonian waters of Ecuador. The 30-passenger vessel consists of three decks plus an observation deck that provides a 360-degree view of the surrounding jungle. For those seeking an Amazon experience that allows visits to more than one area or for those looking for a little more comfort in Amazonia, the Manatee Explorer is the perfect Amazon cruise!
Trip Features
- 4, 5 and 8 Days
- Starting at $2,735 per person
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PHYSICAL RATING
Moderate -
ACTIVITIES
Jungle Hikes, Kayaking, Wildlife Spotting -
HIGHLIGHTS
Amazon Rainforest & Yasuni National Park
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Talk to a Travel ExpertManatee Amazon River Cruise Itineraries
The Manatee offers 4, 5 and 8-day Amazon river cruises departing round-trip out of Quito, Ecuador. Book this cruise as a stand-alone trip, or in conjunction with a trip to the Galápagos Islands, the Andes and mainland Ecuador, or combine with an Amazon Jungle lodge for the ultimate Amazon trip!
Day 1 Quito – Coca – Napo River
Day 2 Panacocha Biological Corridor
Day 3 Parrot Clay Licks – Amazonian communities – observation tower
Day 4 Napo River – Coca – Quito
Day 1 Quito – Coca – Napo River
Day 2 Border with Peru – The Heart of Yasuni
Day 3 quechua family – canoeing blackwater lake
Day 4 forest explorations & Observation Tower
Day 5 Napo River – Coca – Quito
Day 1 Quito – Coca – Napo River
Day 2 Border with Peru – Heart of Yasuni
Day 3 quechua family – canoeing blackwater lake
Day 4 forest explorations & Observation Tower
Day 5 Indillama river – northern Yasuni National Park
Day 6 Panacocha Biological Corridor
Day 7 Parrot Clay Licks – Amazonian communities – observation tower
Day 8 Napo River – Coca – Quito
Day 1 Quito – Coca – Napo River
Day 2 Panacocha Biological Corridor
Day 3 Parrot Clay Licks – Amazonian communities – observation tower
Day 4 Indillama River – northern Yasuni National Park
Day 5 Border with Peru – Heart of Yasuni
Day 6 quechua family – canoeing blackwater lake
Day 7 forest explorations & Observation Tower
Day 8 Napo River – Coca – Quito
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1-877-784-5400More About the Manatee Amazon River Cruise
Ample public space includes a large dining rooms serving international cuisine, a bar-saloon area for lectures and presentations, an additional park, and a boutique. Activities offered onboard this Amazon River cruise include jungle hikes, canoe and kayak excursions, swimming, night excursions, community visits, an observation tower, as well as endless flora and fauna observations.
Ship Highlights
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Size/Type
121 ft. -
Guest Capacity
30 -
Features
WiFi, Cabin Upgrades, Triples, Private Balconies
CABIN DETAILS
There are 10 standard cabins and 4 deluxe suites, all with either queen or two twin beds, private bathroom and air conditioning. All cabins have a private balcony and large floor to ceiling windows to take in the Amazon scenery. Triples are available with a queen bed plus sliding trundle bed, perfect for families.
TRIP FAQs
We have so much to share with you! How does this all work? Start with the frequently asked questions below, and if you want to talk to us directly, simply reach out by phone or form.
Talk to a Travel ExpertYou have the flexibility to choose your own travel dates on most of our trips. Certain trips, such as cruises, have fixed schedules. Availability on these trips is always changing so please contact us with your preferred travel time and we can find the perfect itinerary for you.
The first step is to get in touch with a Southern Explorations travel planner for date availability and information on activities, accommodations and other travel aspirations you may have. Give us a call at 1.877.784.5400, fill out this form or email info@southernexplorations.com.
Yes! All of our posted itineraries can be considered a starting point and were happy to tailor a trip to your exact desires. There may be some elements of a trip, such as a cruise or all-inclusive lodge stay, that cannot be modified but we can always adjust the tours around those components.
We provide full service tours so in general our trips include all guided activities with professional English-speaking guides, accommodations, transportation, airport transfers, entrance fees and permits, select meals, and pre-departure services. You will be responsible for international airfare while we will book all in-country airfare. Contact one of our expert travel planners for even more details on this specific tour.
We have more detailed information about each destination in the Plan Your Trip section of this website. Our team of friendly travel planners is also available to walk you through various options and to work with you on the perfect trip!
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Wonderful trip! The guide was fantastic and the Manatee crew went the extra mile to make it a very enjoyable experience!
Rita Theis