Aqua Nera
Aqua Nera sets a new standard in luxury river cruising on Amazon. It draws inspiration from the Peruvian Amazon’s mysterious black water lagoons. The ship also features the same contemporary style and spacious interiors as Aqua Expeditions cruise ships.
Noor Design, an award-winning architect, creates every space onboard Aqua Nera to perfection. The 20 large Design Suites on the vessel convey an atmosphere of tranquility and Amazonia, while the social spaces are elegant with a touch more drama. Accents and details from the rubber boom and colorful cultures of Portugal and Spain are carefully incorporated into the design.
Aqua Nera is a partner of the Aria Amazon and takes guests to the Peruvian Amazon with luxury. Pedro Miguel Schiaffino is a Peruvian chef who has been praised for his exquisite cuisine made from Amazonian ingredients. Expert naturalist guides lead small-group excursions every day that offer guests close encounters with wildlife in the most biodiverse rainforest on earth.
Indoor Lounge And Bar
With an inviting ambience tastefully blending modern and classic elements, the Aqua Nera’s indoor lounge is the focal point of the top deck for social activities. Luxurious lounge sofas let guests relax in air-conditioned comfort while sipping on the drink of choice from the bar.
Lobby Lounge
The cool and sleek Lobby Lounge serves as a social space for guests to gather pre- and post-meals for a refreshing drink from the hidden bar or after an excursion to exchange their wildlife encounters of the day. Admire framed views of the lush landscape from the seven-meter slot window as well as the dramatic sculptural staircase that forms a central focus, guiding guests across the vessel on an experiential journey of dark and light spaces.
Restaurant
Pair the Amazon’s stunning scenery with chef Pedro Miguel Schiaffino’s show-stopping cuisine at the stylish restaurant on Aqua Nera’s second deck. Choose to make dinner date night, or dine family-style as we deliver a five-star dining experience from start to finish.
Al Fresco Breakfast Area
Opening up to the vast Amazon sky, this al fresco breakfast area set on both ends of the Aqua Nera is the highest vantage point aboard the cruise ship and the ideal place for guests to observe life on the river and riverbanks while enjoying their morning meal. This is also a perfect spot for photography and birdwatching when the ship sails closer to shore.
Outdoor Lounge And Bar
Admire expansive views of the Amazon with a cocktail or two at the outdoor lounge areas, which are located at both the bow and the stern of the cruise ship and outfitted with comfortable loungers. Or sit barside and strike up a conversation with our friendly bartender. Plenty of shade is offered at the bow lounge area, thanks to Aqua Nera’s soaring sun canopy that also provides shelter to the ship’s river-facing plunge pool.
Private Screening Room
Enhance any Amazon river cruise journey with our selection of classic films about this exotic region. Our cruise director will be happy to organize a private screening for up to ten guests here or on the Observation Deck.
The Private Screening Room also sees guests gather for private lecture, videos, and documentaries to learn about the fascinating cultures on their Amazon river journey.
Outdoor Pool
Let the jacuzzi plunge pool’s cool soothing waters take the edge off Amazonian heat after a jungle or skiff excursion. Located at the bow of the Aqua Nera, the outdoor pool is well shielded from the elements with a canopy and places guests in a commanding position to soak in the majestic panoramic vista of the Peruvian Amazon.
Gym
Love your next cruise ship workout at a gym that faces out to the Amazon river with full-height windows. The gym is also comprehensively equipped with essential machines and free weights.
Spa
Indulge in therapeutic relaxation with a body massage at our on-board spa designed with privacy and tranquility in mind. Let our experienced therapists work wonders to rejuvenate your mind and soul, or simply to relax your muscles after a day out on the Amazon. Both single and couple spa suites are available
Games Room
Immerse in the finest literature about the region or play a game of pool on our exquisite glass and wood table.
Award-winning architect Noor Design draws inspiration from the peaceful black water lagoons and tributaries of the Mirrored Forest in the Peruvian Amazon to craft an aesthetic for Aqua Nera’s suites that is impeccably stylish and inviting.
Presenting 20 Design Suites (including 4 sets of interconnecting suites), your accommodation on the most luxurious ship in the Amazon features premium fittings and bedding, as well as full air-conditioning and full-length windows to admire the endlessly enthralling panorama of the Amazon river and rainforest.
Specifications
- 20 luxurious 322 sq. ft (30 sq. m) Design Suites, two 644 sq. ft (60 sq. m) interconnecting suites, inclusive of ensuite bathrooms
- Deluxe ensuite bathrooms with spacious walk-in shower and overhead rain-shower
- Equipped with pampering organic natural hair and bath amenities
- Premium California-King-sized beds, twin bed configuration available
- Floor-to-ceiling panoramic view for all suites
- Interior sofa for all suites
- Large double closets with chest of drawers and electronic safe
- All suites are fully air-conditioned
- Music docking station
- Professional hairdryer
Besides being incredibly spacious, our suite’s layouts are designed to maximize space, optimize movement and enhance natural light. Passengers who need walking assistance can navigate our rooms and bathrooms with ease.Our suites can each accommodate a maximum of three guests (interior sofas can be combined to form a bed), with a maximum cap of 43 guests on board the vessel.All individual suites measure 322 square feet (30 sq m), inclusive of ensuite bathroom and closet space.
California King size bed: 2.1m (w) x 2m (l)
Single Twin Size bed: 1.05m (w) x 2m (l)
Be it for larger families or to attain an ultimate experience of luxury, our interconnecting suites are the best choice for guests who desire more private space on the Aqua Nera.
Eight out of our 20 individual Design Suites on board the Aqua Nera can be combined into four interconnecting suites via a sliding door. Each interconnecting suite can accommodate up to six guests.
For the ultimate romantic cruise, our interconnecting suites offer the luxury of having one suite configured as a living room, while the other as the master bedroom with our sumptuous California King bed. Enjoy his-and-hers baths and the magnificent grandeur of a 640 square foot (60 sq m) residence on the Amazon.
- Year Built: 2020
- Year Operational: 2021
- Cabins: 20 suites across 2 decks
- Ports of Embarkation: Iquitos (Peru)
- Vessel’s Registry: Peru
- Type of Vessel: River Expedition Vessel
- Length: 62.4 meters / 205 feet
- Beam: 11.5 meters / 38 feet
- Draft: 1.5 meters / 5 feet
- Cruising Speed: 12 knots
- Electricity: 220 volts
- Engines: 2 x Caterpillars, Tier 3 Emission compliant
- Generators: 2 x Caterpillars, encapsulated for noise reduction
- Water: Reverse osmosis and UV water treatment plant
- AC: Central air-conditioning throughout
- Laundry: Complimentary service (no dry cleaning on board)
- Safety: ISM Compliant
