Iberostar Grand Amazon ( Iberostar Grand Amazon)
(Hotel - ship in Manaus)

Location

This luxury ship takes guests on a magnificently memorable cruise along both the Negro and Amazon Rivers, offering all the comfort and service the discerning traveler demands. The adventure begins in the city of Manaus, capital of Amazonas, famous for its spectacular Opera House. After departing Manaus, the Iberostar Grand Amazon makes stops at locations along the Amazon jungle, offering excursions to explore the dense, untouched vegetation. Adventure-seekers will have the opportunity to see indigenous plants, trees, animals and even the local river communities, which are made up of extremely friendly and hospitable people. This rainforest experience is ideal for those looking for adventure with all the comfort of a five-star hotel.

Cabines

The 72 cabins are situated on three different decks - Mandi, Acará and Tambaqui. The two spacious royal suites are situated in the front of the vessel. Suites and cabins are equipped with private bathrooms, twin beds, private balcony, TV, telephone, hair dryer, air-conditioning and radio.

Facilities

This ship includes two pools, a rooftop Jacuzzi and two restaurants. The bar salon for entertainment can be used as a conference room with a capacity for approximately 148 people. Other amenities include fitness center, laundry service, valet, drugstore, on-site paramedic and internet access. Some technical espicifications: Tonnage: 1500 ton, Speed: 12 knot, Electricity: 110 V.

All inclusive

This All Inclusive cruise encompasses lodging, all meals, welcome cocktail, all snacks, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, both domestic and imported, safety deposit box located inside the cabins and various guided activities and excursions at the stops. Items of a personal nature and personal expenses are not included in the package rate. Documents required for boarding: I.D. for Brazilian citizens and passport for all others.

Entertainment

Entertainment on the ship includes field trips, dance classes, fishing and ecological classes where participants are taught about the native fauna and flora. There are also motorboat excursions through the local lakes of Igapos and Igarapes. Evening activities include live music and theme parties.

Itinerary Rios Solimões - Amazonas Cruise

Day 1 (Thursday)

• Passengers check-in at Iberostar reception office in the harbor building
• Embark, accommodation in cabins and reservation of tables in the restaurant.
• 6:00pm Ship departs to Manacapuru, passing by Ponta Negra
• Classical Music watching the sunset at the upper deck
• Captain´s welcome cocktail party, presentation of officers and crew in the Lua salon, Lecture on safety and abandon ship procedures.
• Welcome dinner in the Kuarup restaurant
• Live music and first contacts in the party salon and open bar on the top deck.

Day 2 (Friday)

• Passing through Manacapuru harbor
• 10 miles from the entrace of Rio Manacapur
• Sunrise Lovers Breakfast at the upper deck
• Breakfast in the Kuarup restaurant
• Trekking and photo safari in the Manacapuru region
• Boat ride to Igarapés e Igapós
• On the way to "Lago do Jacaré"
• Lunch in the Kuarup restaurant
• Theme lecture
• Reaching "Lago do Jacaré"
• Piranha fishing (optional), Bird watching at Lago do Rei
• Music watching the sunset at the upper deck
• Dinner in the Kuarup restaurant
• Alligator spotting
• Music in the Lua room and open bar on the Sol deck

Day 3 (Saturday)

• Reaching Janauacá
• Sunrise Lovers Breakfast at the upper deck
• Bird watching at Lago Janauacá Lunch in the Kuarup restaurant
• Photo safari at Lago Janauacá
• Trekking on land - 2 trails
• Embarkation - all aboard
• On the way to Igarapé do Rei - Rio Amazonas
• Theme lecture
• Lunch in the Kuarup restaurant
• Igarapé do Rei
• Theme lecture
• Bird watching and Alligator spotting at Igarapé do Rei
• Boat excursion through the "Igarapés"
• Music watching the sunset at the upper deck way to Lago Janauacá
• Goodbye dinner in the Kuarup restaurant
• Folcloric show in the party room
• Music in the party room and open bar on the Sol deck

Day 4 (Sunday)

• On the way to "encontro das águas" (meeting of river Negro and river Solimões)
• Sunrise Lovers Breakfast at the upper deck, Wachting "encontro das águas" (meeting of Rivers water)
• Breakfast in the Kuarup restaurant
• Check-out
• Arrival at Manaus
• Passengers disembark

Program for passengers continuing on the cruise

• Two optional excursions
• Lunch in the Kuarup restaurant
• Two optional excursions
• Embarkation - all aboard

Itinerary Rio Negro Cruise

Day 1 (Sunday)

• Passengers check-in at Iberostar reception office in the harbor building
• Embark, accommodation in cabins and reservation of tables in the restaurant.
• 6:00pm Ship departs to Novo Airão
• Classical Music watching the sunset at the upper deck
• Captain´s welcome cocktail party, presentation of officers and crew in the Lua salon, Lecture on safety and abandon ship procedures.
• Welcome dinner in the Kuarup restaurant
• Live music and first contacts in the party salon and open bar on the top deck

Day 2 (Monday)

• Arrival at Novo Airão
• Sunrise Lovers Breakfast at the upper deck
• Breakfast in the Kuarup restaurant
• Embark on the tender (boats)
• Trekking through the igarapés and Visit to pink dolphins at Novo Airão
• Theme lectura
• On the way to Lago Aracari
• Lunch in the Kuarup restaurant
• Theme lecture
• Arrival at Lago Aracari
• Photo safari at Lago Aracari
• Piranha fishing (optional) at Lago Aracari
• Dinner in the Kuarup restaurant
• Classical Music watching the sunset at the upper deck
• Alligator spotting
• On the way to Rio Puduarí

Day 3 (Tuesday)

• Bird watching at Río Puduari
• Sunrise Lovers Breakfast at the upper deck
• Breakfast in the Kuarup restaurant
• Embark on the tender(boats) for trekking ( Rio Puduari)
• Theme lecture
• On the way to Ilha de Jacaré
• Lunch in the Kuarup restaurant
• Arrival at Ilha de Jacaré
• Theme lecture
• Photo safari at Igarapé Aturiá
• Tender cruise in the Igarapé Aturiá
• Classical Music watching the sunset at the upper deck
• On the way to Rio Cuieiras
• Dinner in the Kuarup restaurant
• Music in the party room and open bar on the Sol deck

Day 4 (Wednesday)

• Arrival at Río Cuieiras
• Sunrise Lovers Breakfast at the upper deck
• Breakfast in the Kuarup restaurant
• Trekking (Rio Cuieiras)
• Photo safari at Rio Cuieiras and visit to Cambebas Community
• On the way to Praia Grande
• Theme lecture
• Lunch in the Kuarup restaurant
• Arrival at Praia Grande
• Tender cruise through Igarape del Pato
• Free time at Praia Grande
• Music in the upper deck and open bar on the Sol deck
• Goodbye dinner in the Kuarup restaurant
• Folcloric show in the party room
• Music in the party room and open bar on the Sol deck

Day 5 (Thrusday)

• On the way to "encontro das águas" (meeting of river Negro and river Solimões)
• Sunrise Lovers Breakfast at the upper deck, Wacthing "encontro das águas" (meeting of Rivers water)
• Breakfast in the Kuarup restaurant
• Check-out, Arrival at Manaus, Passengers disembark

Program for passengers continuing on the cruise

• Two optional excursions
• Lunch in the Kuarup restaurant
• Two optional excursions

Conditions for the cruise

• The departure time for any cruise is 6 p.m.
• The arrival time at the day of disembarkation is 8 a.m.
• No children less than 15 years old are accepted on board.
• Two bags are allowed to bring on board.
• The following documentation is requested: American passengers have to have a passport and a visa for Brazil.

Events & Incentives

Small gatherings and incentives were specially created to fit Iberostar Grand Amazon ship. Modern technological infrastructure, daylight and comfort provides the perfect environment for your event or incentive. With capacities for up to 148 people, our convertible meeting room Lua at Mandi deck unites adventure and business with greatness.

Cost : $360.00 per person based on DBL occupancy.