Delfin II – Luxury Amazon River Cruise
The new Delfin II has fourteen large guest suites include four master suites with 180ª panoramic windows and ten suites –four of which can be interconnected to accommodate families- providing all comforts of world-class suites, yet preserving the spirit of casual and refined elegance. The dining room on the second deck, the observation deck, bar, entertainment center, library, and our special hammock sun deck will be the perfect gathering place for all our guests. This vessel will feature artwork by Peru’s leading contemporary artists. If any artwork strikes your fancy, you may purchase it and we will have it shipped to the comforts of your home.
Seasons to sail the Amazon River
Low water season: June to october. Ideal for travelers that prefer to walk through the rainforest to discover its flora and fauna. Allows for more trail walks.
High water season: November to may. Ideal for travelers that prefer to duck into otherwise isolated corners of the reserve onboard speedboats. Allows for more extensive exploration and access via water.
Location
The Delfin II new stylish vessel begins the journey in the remote town of Nauta, Peru and transports guests in exceptional comfort into the amazon rainforest. Iquitos is served by numerous daily flights from Lima, Peru’s capital. The flights take one hour and twenty-five minutes.
Delfin II Master suites
Our four spacious master suites are at front of our vessel, with 180° panoramic windows, king sized bed, sheets, and bedspread 100% 280-threat peruvian cotton. All cotton towels and bathrobes, the finest organic amenities, the most wonderful view, individual reading lights, will be the epitome of calming luxury and enjoyment.
Delfin II Suites
Our 10 suites have extra large windows that enable you the most breathtaking views, four of them interconnected to cater families, are design with casually elegant interiors that create a welcoming and restful environment for those who want to get away from it all yet enjoy luxurious comfort.
Amazon River Cruise Dining room
Imagine yourself, coming back from the wilderness and enjoying an ambiance created by glowing candle-lights, sparkling china and cristalware, were whatever your delight is, we are sure to exceed your expectations and satisfy all appetites of refined taste and sophisticated palates. Welcome to our cuisine, were our dedicated staff pride themselves on carefully prepared contemporary creole cuisine and exceptional service.
Special requests
Delfin amazon cruises will accommodate special request a deal with dietary requirements (children, vegetarian, allergic). Because we sail in such remote areas, all requests must be made at least 30 days in advance.
Observation deck
On the third deck, you will find that our casual yet comfortable design will allow you to relax between the wonderful adventures of the morning and night activities. Our goal is to provide you with the highest level of service, so we are sure you will enjoy relaxing in our terraces soft big sofas or on our spectacular hammock sundeck while you just lie down and watch the river go by. Our barman will always be ready with a choice of international and local liquors for a pre- or post-dinner cocktail. Coffee and tea will always be available for you.
Indoors shopping
You will enjoy our compromise with the local communities and with the wonderful and special arts & craft we have worked together with them, you will find many unique gift items and merchandising from the amazon area. Also, you will enjoy the art-work of the most renowned young contemporary peruvian artist. You will find it around the vessel, the unique art-work, of our best young artist that, we will be able to ship it, to the comforts of your home.
Thanks to the cultural diversity of our country, Peruvian gastronomy has become one of the most craved-after kitchens on the continent and the world. Because of this, the Delfin, apart from being dedicated to bringing you the adventurous amazonian spirit into your life, is proud to have the opportunity to present you with a full menu of foods and beverages prepared in utmost style, quality, and originality.
We hope you enjoy the creativity of our specialized kitchen and its crew who work hard to present you with balanced and exquisite menus every day. Our innovative chef will surprise you with the most exotic culinary delights, always freshly prepared in the school of peruvian gourmet gastronomy infused with touches and inspirations from the rainforest around you.
Amazon Jungle Gastronomy
Dining
Buffet breakfast: to start each day, you will have the opportunity to taste a grand selection of flavors and textures from the rich amazonia area which we have chosen specially for each journey. Always a favorite are the regional fruits used in a variety of ways in your meals and drinks. You may also select your own preparation style of eggs and omelets, pancakes, and more. It is all made at your pleasure.
Lunch: a carefully and gracefully created starter will lead into a delicious main dish flush with the unforgettable flavors, color, and character of Peru and the amazon. Complete your meal with a succulent dessert sure to pique your taste buds.
Dinner: meals will be served, as is our custom, in the dining room. Your 3-course epicure experience on board the Delfin paired with a selection from our carefully curated menu of wines and other beverages will be an ideal way to indulge after a long day of excursions in the incredible rainforest. As always, the crew will be happy to attend to your wishes.
Delfin II- Fact Sheet
Year Built: 2009
Type of vessel: River vessel
Port of Embarkation: Nauta
Vessel´s Registry: Peru
Length: 135 ft.
Beam: 32 ft.
Draft: 8’25”
Capacity: 30 passengers
Generator: 2 Caterpillars, 55KW each (encapsulated)
Engine: Caterpillar C12 385HP eco-electronic
Cruising Speed: Average 8.20 knots
Water: Water treatment plant with 7.0 cubic meter capacity
Sewage Waters: Sewage treatment plant
Radio Communication: VHF, UHF and satellite phone on board
Launch Boats: 3 aluminum 10 passenger skiffs (+1 for emergencies with four stroke
low emission Mercury 15HP engine) equipped with four stroke low emission
Mercury 60HP engines + radio communications with main vessel, life jacketsand flares
Life Jackets: One per passenger, available in each Suite