There are few experiences on earth that capture the imagination quite Peruvian Amazon cruises. In a realm of extraordinary biodiversity, pulsing with life and mystery, this vast green expanse is often thought of as a destination for the boldest adventurers. But with the right partners and the right vessel, the Amazon can be anything you need it to be — a haven of discovery for young minds, a place of comfort and camaraderie for seasoned travelers, or an unforgettable backdrop for life’s milestone moments. Recently, two of Aracari’s own embarked on Peruvian Amazon cruises aboard Delfin, our long-standing luxury cruise partner. Juanjo, our Product and Experience Manager, set off with his young son, age seven, while our founder and CEO Marisol returned to the region for a voyage with close friends. Their experiences—vastly different, equally profound—serve as a testament to the diversity and adaptability of Amazon cruising when carefully curated. Where the Rainforest Becomes Water: Navigating Peru’s Amazon To understand the magic of Peruvian Amazon cruises, one must first understand the place itself. The Peruvian Amazon is a vast and remote region, home to one of the most intact tracts of rainforest on Earth. Cruises like those offered aboard Delfin navigate the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, a 20,800-square-kilometer protected area known as the “forest of mirrors” for its glasslike blackwater rivers that reflect the towering canopy above. During high-water season (November to May), the jungle transforms—the forest floods, waterways swell, and boats glide silently between the trees, revealing a world that feels secret and sacred. This is a place where nature reigns in its purest form. Sloths dangle in the treetops, toucans flash across the sky, and pink river dolphins crest quietly through the dark water. Remote riverine communities live in harmony with the jungle, offering glimpses into lifeways
There are few experiences on earth that capture the imagination quite Peruvian Amazon cruises. In a realm of extraordinary biodiversity, pulsing with life and mystery, this vast green expanse is often thought of as a destination for the boldest adventurers. But with the right partners and the right vessel, the…
Celebrating our 28th birthday last week brings with it talk of our journey so far and what’s in store for the future. After expanding our services to offer more of South America in 2022, our bespoke adventures now span more of the continent but we’re not in the business of only traveling wider, but deeper too. That’s why, on the anniversary of our founding, we’re launching a new initiative. A collection of unique, private experiences where travel isn't simply travel, but rather an immersive intersection between art, culture, cuisine, retail, and so much more. But first, a moment to revisit our story in the words of our founder, Marisol Mosquera. Aracari Travel was founded in 1996 to redefine tourism in Peru. "I was born in Peru but raised in Barcelona with dreams of Wall Street. Until my late twenties, I thrived as a successful investment banker in London, but I sought a career with deeper personal fulfillment and meaning. In 1996, I left the corporate world to embark on a transformative year-long journey across Asia, which inspired me to merge my Peruvian roots with a new approach to tourism. At that time, Peru was recovering from political upheaval. It was largely unexplored as a luxury destination, yet still, I aimed to create journeys that transcended conventional and engaged with the country’s rich culture, history, and landscapes. Leveraging my network and expertise, Aracari came to offer bespoke experiences showcasing the deep beauty of the country for curious travelers seeking highly personal travel. Collaborating with local communities and experts, many of whom still work with us today, Aracari would design immersive journeys without artifice for curious travelers. Three decades later, Aracari remains dedicated to its founding vision, delivering exceptional travel that builds meaningful connections and supports the ecosystems and communities we visit.
Celebrating our 28th birthday last week brings with it talk of our journey so far and what’s in store for the future. After expanding our services to offer more of South America in 2022, our bespoke adventures now span more of the continent but we’re not in the business of…
As a budding new travel trend, group trips to South America are becoming increasingly popular. Over the last year, we’ve seen a steady climb in those choosing to visit our region as a group of more than four. A shift that shows group trips to South America becoming a means of spending time together with people outside of our immediate familial circle. Providing the grounds to reconnect in a different environment, enjoying shared moments that foster togetherness and build bonds that activate core memories, perhaps with people we aren’t often afforded the luxury of spending more than a day with. Group Trips to South America with Aracari Travel At Aracari Travel, group trips to South America are about far more than plane tickets and hotel suites. Every one of our bespoke vacations is delivered in detail for individual travelers. And that’s what makes this growing travel trend really exciting for us. Within our portfolio of remarkable experiences, there are a handful that are even more special when enjoyed as a group. Whether that’s because you can make them entirely private – such as chartering your own cruise down the Amazon River – or because they take place in a scenery so sublime, that the involuntary effect is a feeling of humble appreciation, a gratefulness to find yourself in that very spot with those you love. Travel for the purpose of connection. As luck would have it, we also have some exclusive intel. You may remember our friend Mirjam Peternek-McCartney who has spent the last seven months in South America on a family sabbatical. As has been the case throughout Mirjam’s journey, we have kept in touch – sharing mutual travel tips and tricks as she zigzags through our region. Given a sabbatical is perhaps the ultimate of group trips to
As a budding new travel trend, group trips to South America are becoming increasingly popular. Over the last year, we’ve seen a steady climb in those choosing to visit our region as a group of more than four. A shift that shows group trips to South America becoming a means…
